Logistics Pulse
Longer Local Freight, Trade Truce and Fuel Markets
This week's top news in trucking and logistics
This week’s logistics news spans decisions shippers can make today and conditions they’ll need to keep watching. Mothership has expanded local booking options for longer freight, while a proposed extension of the U.S.–China trade truce could give importers more planning time. Fuel markets are also reacting to discussions about diesel exports. Here’s what matters for your freight plans.
Top articles this week
Book extended-length freight on the Mothership Local Network
You can now book eligible local freight measuring up to 144 inches in either length or width through the Mothership Carrier Network, without contacting Support first. The expanded allowance applies to dock-to-dock shipments that can be loaded and unloaded without a liftgate or driver assistance. Enter each handling unit’s exact weight and dimensions in the dashboard to see available options.
How might this change the way you plan shipments with longer pallets?
US, China to extend trade war truce by 2 months
The U.S. and China plan to extend their trade truce by two months, to January 10, 2027, according to Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent. That could give importers more time to plan purchases and inventory, though the extension had not been formally documented when the article was published.
How would a longer planning window affect your import schedule?
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Export ban talk sinks diesel, boosts gasoline as White House eyes options
Diesel futures fell Wednesday as officials discussed possible export restrictions, while gasoline futures rose. No ban has been announced, and futures prices do not directly determine freight rates. The differing reactions show why shippers should watch the broader fuel market as they plan transportation costs.
How are you accounting for fuel price changes in your freight plans?
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In Other News
China lead-time concerns surge as shippers widen global sourcing networks
More small and midsize businesses are sourcing across multiple regions and ordering earlier as supplier timing becomes harder to predict.
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Intermodal rail powers up with 7% gain for latest week
U.S. intermodal traffic rose 7% year over year in the latest reported week, outpacing growth in overall rail traffic.
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New data shows Suez route transits rose 27% in August
Vessel transits rose 27% year over year in August, though the route’s recovery remains partial.
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Lego to spend $400M to add warehouse space at Mexico plant
Lego plans to invest more than $400 million in packing and warehouse space at its Monterrey factory.
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Tractor Supply inaugurates $200M distribution facility in Idaho
The new facility is expected to begin shipping to stores in October and serve 123 stores in its first year.
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