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Tuesday, November 10, 2026
Amazon captured additional parcel volume during the first half of 2026, reducing reliance on UPS while broadening its own delivery network. The e-commerce giant's shift reflects broader industry consolidation as alternative carriers continue gaining market share.
Infrastructure developments are reshaping logistics networks globally. A major ocean carrier acquisition promises to integrate shipping, rail and trucking operations across Europe and West Africa. This expansion offers new options for U.S. exporters and cold-chain operators.
Autonomy advances are also reshaping trucking economics. Research indicates autonomous trucks currently cost $4 per mile. They are projected to achieve cost parity with human-driven operations around 2028. In parallel, the Port of Long Beach joined a multinational coalition targeting electricity to power 35% of international shipping by 2035, signaling accelerating environmental standards across modal networks.
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