Stay ahead in the fast-changing transportation landscape with MODE Insight September 2026.

Key takeaways:

• Intermodal: Rates climb 8.8% with more shippers switching for cost savings and security while regulatory changes impact drayage capacity.
• Intermodal: Rates climb 8.8% with more shippers switching for cost savings and security, while regulatory changes impact drayage capacity.
• LTL: Market recovery is uneven; accurate shipment data and pricing discipline are crucial as fuel surcharges and base rates rise.
• Parcel: Peak season surcharges arrive earlier than ever, dimensional rules expand, and fees extend into January—shippers must audit packaging and plan ahead.
• International: Asia-U.S. freight rates reach 4-year highs amid congestion and weather disruptions, with capacity strained despite global fleet growth.

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