United States Transportation and Logistics Market Insights 2017: Technological Advancements and Strong e-Commerce Growth will Drive Freight Demand and Warehouse Segment Growth

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The "Transportation and Logistics Market Insights - The United States" report has been added to Research and Markets' offering.

The aim of this insight is to research and analyze the key developments and trends related to economy and trade and the freight and transportation and logistics and warehousing sectors in the United States.

The US economy underwent lackluster growth in 2016 due to a sharp decline in the energy sector, reduced exports, and a drop in investment due to the appreciation of the Dollar. Expansionary fiscal policies, supported by a rise in public investment and tax cuts, are expected to boost the economy in 2018. A rise in wages is likely to offset the sluggish external demand and fuel economic growth through 2017.

Road and rail remain the most utilized modes of transportation in the United States. Bulk goods account for almost half of the industry's revenue. The challenges faced in terms of widening highways in urban areas have prompted discussions on a host of alternative measures to mitigate congestion. One of the alternatives encouraged by the DOT is the diversion of truck freight to rail and water. The Freight Development Plan, which includes strategies to address the bottlenecks in transportation systems, will focus on reducing congestion, improving freight safety, encouraging technology adoption, and boosting intermodal connectivity to increase efficiency and competitiveness.

Logistics start-ups will play a key role in the freight transportation through the trucking segment due to the growing number of innovative online freight solutions. Modern warehouses are becoming automated with the application of robotic and wearables solutions, with a focus on improving efficiency. US warehousing rents are predicted to increase due to shortages of modern warehouses. Amazon is clearly making the largest e-Commerce impact.

In a move to compete with Amazon, Walmart is investing heavily in the build-out of its e-Commerce fulfillment network. Automated cars, Uber for Trucks, and platooning will make a foray into logistics. Mobile tracking, biometrics, Big Data analytics, smart inventory management, real-time goods tracking, cloud computing, the Internet of Things, robotics, drones, and 3D printing are among the most prominent technological innovations.

Key Features:

To provide an overview of the key factors driving economy and trade
To analyze the role of the transport and logistics sector in driving the country's economy
To identify the initiatives undertaken by the government to improve efficiency and reduce logistics costs
To furnish a detailed analysis of the advancements in digital technologies
To provide an in-depth analysis of how the traditional value chain is transformed as a result of technology advancements, e-Commerce growth, regulatory changes, and investment
To identify the emerging opportunities as a result of economic and technology transformations and how they are expected to change the competitive environment

Key Topics Covered:

1. Executive Summary

Key Findings
Outlook and Insights

2. Research Scope and Methodology

Transportation and Logistics Market Insights
Key Questions this Study will Answer

3. Economic and Trade Indicators

GDP Growth Trends by Region
GDP Growth Trends - The United States
National Growth Trends
National GDP Forecast
External Trade and Current Account Balance
Inflation Rate
Trade by Region
Top Import and Export Partners
Key Macro Developments

4. Freight Transportation

Transportation and Logistics Market Size
Sea Freight
Road Freight
Air Freight
New Truck Registration Trends
Road Freight Composition
Overview of Transportation Technologies
Innovation and Technology Trends
Transportation - OEM Outlook

5. Logistics and Warehousing

Logistics Outsourcing Trends
Warehousing Rent
Regional Warehousing Market Developments
Warehousing Market Insights

6. Strategic Initiatives and Growth Opportunities

Outlook and Insights
Growth Opportunity - Transportation, Warehousing, and Logistics
Strategic Imperatives for Success and Growth

7. The Last Word

Companies Mentioned

Amazon
Uber
Walmart

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