White Paper: State of the Industry – August 2026

The August 2026 “State of the Industry Report” — presented in affiliation with Ryder — shares an in-depth overview across the trucking, maritime and intermodal markets, as well as what to expect in the coming weeks. The data contained within the report provides breakdowns of capacity, volumes and rates. In this report, you will find: Freight demand remains healthy despite seasonal cooling, with spot and rejection rates easing from annual highs but still well above 2025 levels. Import volumes remain strong as shippers continue pulling freight forward ahead of tariff uncertainty, supporting elevated port and transportation activity. Intermodal continues to gain share, offering significant cost advantages versus truckload and handling strong demand without major capacity constraints.