Shipper's Compass - Article body 1
Current trends
A quick look at what’s changed since last quarter and what it means for shipper cost and service in the current market:
Truckload rates remain uneven as rising costs meet soft demand.
Ocean rates are surging on key lanes amid peak-season pressure and tight capacity.
Air rates remain elevated globally as fuel, rerouting, and tight capacity offset softer demand.
What the Shippers’ Compass provides
The Shippers’ Compass supports senior supply chain and operations leaders with a consistent view of freight market conditions across the Americas and Europe.
Each edition highlights:
- Rate, capacity, and service conditions across major freight modes
- Differences in shipper market position by region
- The macroeconomic and transportation factors influencing current conditions
- Changes in market conditions relative to the prior outlook
The Shippers’ Compass is designed to support alignment across leadership teams by providing a shared reference point for planning discussions.
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