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If you're budgeting freight right now, there's one signal worth watching and one that can mislead you. Misleading: the oil price. It's fallen, but that doesn't translate into cheaper container rates any time soon. Worth watching: shipping capacity and cargo demand. That's what actually sets the spot rate and right now it's tight, which is why rates have climbed. Fuel does feed in, but indirectly and with a delay, through surcharges. Want the full read on where rates and capacity are heading? Read the full blog here: https://lnkd.in/dAWTfqMc

Wondering what is next for your supply chain this quarter? If you missed our Logistics Market Update webinar, you can catch all the key takeaways on the go with our Forto Bites podcast. Our trade experts, Stefan Hartmann and Christopher Braun break down the biggest factors impacting global freight right now, including: • Port congestion slowing down routes • Shifting ocean alliances • Rising capacity risks Tune in now: https://lnkd.in/d-DYJ86f

When we asked Yunushan Karabacak, Junior AI & Sales Operations Specialist at FortoLabs, what gets him most excited about FortoLabs, he shared this: "What excites me most is that logistics is such an old industry, and a lot of it still runs on paperwork that hasn't really changed in decades. At FortoLabs, we're working on actually understanding that paperwork automatically instead of just digitizing it. It's not something people usually think about, but I like that I get to work on it from the ground up." Interested in finding out more about FortoLabs’ technology? Check out our website!

From rising rates to fluctuating reliability, sea freight saw big shifts in Q2. Swipe through for the biggest changes 👇 Our Logistics Pulse report covers the full picture, including an economic market outlook and what each shift means for your lanes. Use these insights to plan your Q3 shipments with confidence. Download here: https://lnkd.in/dzF2p9g6

Last week at Forto, as part of Pride month in Berlin, we had the privilege of hosting Sophie Yukio for an inspiring community talk. As a Blackqueer German-American feminist, performer, author, prominent figure in Germany's and Europe's Ballroom Culture, as well as one of the New Generation representatives of ADEFRA collective, Sophie walked us through how art and narrative can be used to build spaces of true belonging and solidarity. Discussions like these remind us why creating space for diverse perspectives is essential, both inside and outside the workplace. Thanks to everyone who joined us. Following the recent events at the Berlin CSD parade, Forto extends our solidarity to the LGBTQ+ community and all those impacted 🤍

Ten years in, and we're made to move forward 🤝 Our Chief People Officer, Tammy Arnaud, shares the thinking behind Forto's new Employer Value Proposition and the three cultural pillars driving our next chapter. Read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/eyHjEgjg

Our Q2/Q3 2026 Market Update report is out now 📣 It ties last quarter's developments directly to your peak season decisions in Q3. Inside the report:  - Economic outlook: How central bank shifts, soft Euro area growth, and inflation are impacting logistics demand. - Sea Freight: The drivers behind the recent spot rate spikes and why extended routings are possibly locked in for Q3. - Air Freight: How uneven capacity availability and resilient demand are keeping rates elevated despite fluctuating fuel prices. Dive into the data and see what is actually driving the market: https://lnkd.in/dzF2p9g6

AI in logistics has moved from experimentation to tangible outcomes. At FortoLabs, the AI-native SaaS platform of Forto, we’re focusing on real-world applications that solve daily logistics bottlenecks. Here’s what you can expect when following FortoLabs on LinkedIn: - Insights into AI adoption in logistics - Strategies to gain time in logistics operations - Technical breakdowns of AI automation … and more. Dive deeper into the practical side of AI in logistics – follow FortoLabs on LinkedIn! ⚙️

Missed our webinar? Discover 3 takeaways from our experts for the quarter ahead: 1️⃣ Don’t wait for “normal” Accept current routings as a structural reality and make sure to adjust your inventory lead times and safety stock accordingly. 2️⃣ Look past the headlines Global market headlines can be deceptive. With a 41% reliability gap between carriers and lagging fuel surcharges, choosing a reliable freight partner and the right lane is what matters most in Q3.    3️⃣ Share forecasts early and embrace hybrid routing Peak-season space will tighten quickly in the second half of the year. Share your cargo forecasts early to secure capacity, and use hybrid routing to keep critical inventory in budget. These are just some highlights. Dive deep into the data and the full expert Q&A with Stefan Hartmann and Christopher Braun here: https://lnkd.in/dXSym8FP

Get early access to our Logistics Pulse Report! It offers a complete overview of Q2 sea and air market shifts, built to help you make data-driven decisions for the quarter ahead. Use it to adjust your strategy, protect your budget, and plan the quarter. Join the waitlist to get it straight to your inbox: https://lnkd.in/dzF2p9g6