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The 10-4: October 2025

Written by ContainerPort Group | Oct 31, 2025 5:28:24 PM

👻 The October Edition of The 10-4

 

As we head into the final stretch of 2025, this month’s edition of The 10-4 covers key developments shaping the drayage and intermodal landscape — from policy changes and port performance to regional growth and industry recognition.

Here’s what’s inside this issue:

  • Industry Watch: Port congestion continues easing; FMCSA’s emergency CDL rule could tighten driver supply; FMC pressure builds for fairer demurrage billing.

  • Recognition: CPG named a Top Company for Women to Work for in Transportation by the Women In Trucking Association.

  • Tariff & Trade Update: New reciprocal agreements with Malaysia, Cambodia, Vietnam, and Thailand open new opportunities for U.S. exporters.

  • Gulf Region Spotlight: Heavy-haul capacity and secure terminal access supporting key port and rail markets across Texas and the Gulf.

  • Ocean Market Update: Spot rates firm as carriers manage capacity and blank sailings through Q4.

  • Drayage & Intermodal Snapshot: Strong intermodal volumes with regional variability in chassis and dwell times heading into peak season.

Explore these insights and more in the full October edition of The 10-4 — your monthly look at the trends, data, and developments driving the industry forward.

👉 Read the full newsletter HERE!