Logistics Unplugged |
A BlueGrace Podcast
Episode 16: Freight Market Update
May 2025
Brian Blalock
Host and BlueGrace Director of Client Development
Bryce Williford
Senior VP of 3PL Services
Navigating the Shifting Landscape: What to Expect This Summer
In this week’s episode of Logistics Unplugged, Brian and Bryce, BlueGrace’s Senior VP of 3PL, walk through the latest developments in the freight industry. As part of our monthly forecast, they explore what shippers need to prepare for in the coming weeks and throughout the summer season.
Here’s what’s driving the market right now:
- Seasonal spikes in demand for products like beach gear, grilling essentials, and outdoor furniture
- Rate fluctuations and capacity shifts following the disruptions from DOT Week
- The ongoing effects of tariffs and the shift toward nearshoring and cross-border trade with Mexico
Tune in now for the full freight market update and hear how these trends will impact your supply chain this summer.
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