AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoShipping Risks: Houthi attacks near Bab el-Mandeb and continued tanker strikes in Hormuz are threatening key sea lanes and driving up shipping rates. Freight Deals: C.H. Robinson agreed to acquire RXO in a $5.8 billion deal, while Brookfield bought ESR’s Indian logistics portfolio. Supply Chains: Global air cargo demand rose 4.4% in August as capacity tightened; in Ukraine, 60% of surveyed companies have established or plan alternative logistics routes. Automation: Einride and EASE Logistics are moving freight with driverless electric trucks on Ohio roads, while CEVA is deploying robots to automate Zalando returns in Europe. Distribution: Tractor Supply opened an automated 865,000-square-foot Idaho distribution center, built to serve more than 200 stores at full capacity. Transport Costs: Fuel-price increases are expected to push up freight and consumer costs in several markets.
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