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Trucking capacity is finally tightening after years of oversupply, but rate increases into early 2026 remain modest, signaling a slow, choppy freight upcycle for shippers and carriers. KESCO LOGISTICS

North American transportation capacity was tight in December as companies sold through inventory, while trans‑Pacific spot rates are rising ahead of Lunar New Year, putting pressure on 2026 contract talks. Freight Waves

The first National Advanced Air Mobility Strategy is being positioned as a framework for integrating next‑gen aircraft into U.S. skies, which could eventually influence premium air cargo capacity and routing for time‑sensitive goods. Imperative Logistics Group

Tech preview for 2026 emphasizes AI‑enhanced routing, smart freight, and location‑intelligence platforms that dynamically adjust shipments based on traffic, weather, and capacity to cut idle miles and improve service levels. US1 Network

The tech preview also underscores the rise of predictive control towers and warehouse automation that shift human labor toward exception management and planning, reinforcing a longer‑term talent mix change in logistics operations. US1 Network