2026 Freight Trends Report

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Breakthrough will once again be attending and presenting at Gartner’s Supply Chain Symposium XPO in Orlando, FL from May 8 to May 10, 2023. We are excited for another opportunity to connect with supply chain leaders and discuss how Breakthrough products lead to reduced cost, improved service, and decarbonization of transportation.
Ways to connect with Breakthrough at the Gartner Supply Chain Symposium:
Attend Breakthrough’s Speaking Session: How Shearer’s Redefined Transportation Procurement and Won
Tuesday, May 9 at 3:00 p.m.
Learn how Shearer’s Foods, the leading private snack brand partner, revolutionized their transportation procurement strategy. Using modern carrier search tools and ongoing strategic sourcing practices, Shearer’s reduced transportation costs, secured reliable capacity through a broader carrier network, and increased service levels.
More About Brynne Johnson, Shearer’s Foods
Brynne Johnson, Director of Logistics and Network Optimization, leads Shearer's Foods’ logistics strategy. With only a little over one year in her position, she has increased carrier compliance by 15%, decreased spot bidding, and maintained contract rates established in the RFP. During this time, she has also partnered with senior management to develop and deploy strategic business plans and made direct reports’ personal and professional development a priority to prepare her team for expansion. Prior to her current position, she oversaw warehouse strategy and development.
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We look forward to seeing you in Orlando!

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January 22, 2026
Stricter English Language Proficiency rules are impacting driver capacity. See our data on how this is leading to upward linehaul rate pressure in 2026.
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January 20, 2026
Understand the latest trends in reefer rates. Our data analysis dissects if the market is in a seasonal swing or facing a true inflection point.
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