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Talking Transports

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Talking Transports by Bloomberg Intelligence features forwarding thinking conversations with analysts, executives and entrepreneurs that are shaping the future of the freight transportation industry. The focus will be on trucking, railroads, ocean and air freight markets and everything in between.

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Latest Episodes

Transportation deal activity may be poised to rebound as freight markets stabilize after a prolonged downturn. Littlejohn & Co. Senior Operating Partner Farrukh Bezar joins Bloomberg Intelligence senior transportation and logistics analyst Lee Klasko... more

Logistics companies face growing pressure to reduce emissions while keeping global supply chains moving. In this Talking Transports podcast, DHL Group Executive Vice President of Corporate Development Yin Zou joins Bloomberg Intelligence’s senior tra... more

Freight railroads are using technology, service improvements and private investment to strengthen their competitive position in North American supply chains. In this Talking Transports podcast, Association of American Railroads President and CEO Ian ... more

Global supply chains remain under pressure from geopolitical disruptions, tight airfreight capacity and shifting sourcing strategies. In this episode of the Talking Transports podcast, AIT Worldwide Logistics Chairman and CEO Vaughn Moore joins Bloom... more

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Vaughn Moore
Chairman and CEO of AIT Worldwide Logistics
AIT Worldwide Logistics
Episode: AIT on Freight Forwarding’s Next Phase
Julie Andrich
CEO and President of Autumn Transports
Autumn Transports
Episode: Autumn Transport’s Focus on Bulk Freight
Oscar de Bok
CEO of DHL Global Forwarding and member of DHL Group management board
DHL Group / DHL Global Forwarding
Episode: DHL on the Ever-Changing Forwarding Markets
Chris Ceausu
Founder and CEO of White Arrow
White Arrow
Episode: White Arrow Sees Freight Market Shift
Aaron Graft
Founder, Vice Chairman, and CEO of Triumph Financial
Triumph Financial
Episode: Triumph Sees Structural Freight Tightening
Eric Bedell
Bloomberg Intelligence US Midcap Bank Analyst
Bloomberg Intelligence
Episode: Triumph Sees Structural Freight Tightening
Kevin Damoa
Founder and CEO of Glīd Technologies
Glīd Technologies
Episode: Glīd Targets First-Mile Freight Bottlenecks
Dean Croke
Principal Analyst at DAT
DAT Research (owned by Roper Technologies)
Episode: DAT Sees Supply-Driven Freight Turn
Shelley Simpson
President and Chief Executive Officer, JB Hunt Transport Services
JB Hunt Transport Services
Episode: J.B. Hunt’s CEO on Supply-Driven Recovery

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Lee Klaskow
Host of Talking Transports

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 51 ratings
  • Thanks, Lee. -Dan

    Such a wonderful program with excellent guest insightful questions and a lot of relevance. Thank you for sponsoring this podcast!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    DanMoore33704
    United States21 days ago
  • Great conversations

    They always have interesting guest and I always come away with something I did t k ow. Good for people interested in how freight markets work and those interested in investing in the sector.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    EmmaLouIII
    United States5 months ago
  • Appreciate the Guests

    Thank you Lee for bringing on industry guests with domain expertise.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ThankYouLee
    United States5 months ago
  • Freight matters

    I love this podcast and so will you if care about the freight markets and how they relate to investing and companies.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Darrenmd1
    United Statesa year ago
  • Great!!!

    Great conversation about what matters in transports. Keep up the good work?

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Transport L
    United Statesa year ago

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DHL on the Ever-Changing Forwarding Markets
Q: Can you talk about, what's fueling top-line growth in forwarding—volume, pricing, or something else?
Growth is driven by growing faster than the market with a focus on profitable expansion, supported by capacity dynamics in air and ocean, and supplemented by service differentiation and smarter routing. Pricing and demand mix vary, so the goal is to capture share through differentiated services and operational efficiency.
AIT on Freight Forwarding’s Next Phase
Q: How is AI being used at AIT, and what is the plan for implementing it across the organization?
AIT treats AI as a multiplier to human expertise, focusing on repeatable processes like quoting and customer communication, and emphasizes high-quality data, careful deployment, and maintaining human supervision to avoid missteps; the company is pursuing a crawl-walk-run approach to integrate AI with TMS and other systems while preserving relationships with clients.
AIT on Freight Forwarding’s Next Phase
Q: What is the ownership structure and who are the main private equity players involved?
AIT is a private company with Greenbrier as the primary private equity partner, alongside the Jordan companies (AJC) and other executive ownership; the arrangement supports a blend of ownership among the executive team and PE partners.
AIT on Freight Forwarding’s Next Phase
Q: Maybe not a household name for some. Can you just talk about the company?
AIT began in 1979 focusing on air freight, evolved into a full-service forwarder with air, ocean, road, customs brokerage, and some rail, and has grown through a combination of organic growth and about two to three acquisitions per year, expanding its global footprint to around 158 offices and approaching $5 billion in revenue.
Triumph Sees Structural Freight Tightening
Q: What is one book Aaron finds influential about transportation leadership or technology?
Aaron cited Right Away and All at Once by Greg Brenneman as influential for thinking about transforming a business and leading Triumph.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Talking Transports

What is Talking Transports about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This program delivers in-depth conversations with analysts, executives, and founders shaping freight and logistics. Across episodes, guests discuss market dynamics in trucking, intermodal, rail, ocean, and air freight, with a strong emphasis on technology-driven efficiency, data analytics, and capital strategies. Frequent topics include rate trends, capacity constraints, regulatory impacts, automation and AI in operations, and the evolving role of fintech and platforms in moving goods. A notable pattern is the blend of practitioner insight from carriers and shippers with market outlooks from financial and industry analysts, plus practical takeaways for operators deploying new tech, automation, or digital platforms. The show often features l... more

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6. Eric Bedell
7. Kevin Damoa
8. Dean Croke

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