21 US logistics firms collapse in a month: who’s next?

The freight and logistics sector in the U.S. has seen a sharp rise in bankruptcy filings, affecting businesses of all sizes. Between late July and August 25, at least 21 companies in transportation and logistics sought court protection, either through Chapter 7 liquidation or Chapter 11 reorganization. The wave of filings highlights persistent financial strain across the industry, from small trucking operations to large-scale distributors. The bankruptcies span a broad range of businesses, including trucking fleets, freight forwarders, cold storage operators, and major distributors. Among the most significant was BFG…

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