Knichel Logistics, Inc.

09/10/2026

CEO Minute: The Holidays Started Without You

Holiday demand arrives sooner than most people think. As volumes increase and capacity tightens, waiting until the last minute can mean higher costs, fewer options, and a greater risk of delays. Kristy explains why early preparation and incorporating intermodal into your strategy can help keep freight moving throughout the holiday season.

09/09/2026

Something new is here at Knichel Logistics! 👀

We’re excited to introduce The Knichel Connection, our newly rebranded blog. The Knichel Connection will be your go-to place for transportation insights, industry trends, and practical strategies to help shippers make smarter decisions.

And we’re kicking things off with a timely topic: Intermodal: Your Peak Season Advantage. Peak season is here. Is intermodal part of your plan?

Read the first article from The Knichel Connection →

Learn how intermodal can strengthen your peak-season strategy with added capacity, cost efficiency, flexibility, and sustainability.

09/08/2026

Thinking about the holidays yet? If you’re in logistics, you probably should be.

Peak season will be here before you know it, and waiting until the holiday rush arrives can make transportation planning a lot harder.
A little planning now can mean more options, more flexibility, and less stress later.

So, are you ready for peak season?

09/03/2026

We’re attending IANA Intermodal EXPO 2026! 🚆

From September 14–16, the Knichel team members Kristy Knichel and Jonathon Krystek along with Timothy Carey and Katrina Navrestad will be in Long Beach connecting with leaders across the intermodal industry and learning about the trends, challenges, and opportunities shaping the future of freight.

With perspectives from across rail, trucking, ports, and logistics, EXPO is a great opportunity to learn, connect, and bring fresh ideas back to our customers and team.

Will we see you there? We'd love to talk intermodal!

Register here: https://hubs.la/Q04wDV7S0

09/02/2026

Help us congratulate Rachael Shaffer, our Q2 Employee of the Quarter! 🥳

Rachael is being recognized for exemplifying our core value of Team Focused. Nominated by her peers, she consistently goes above and beyond to support her teammates and help solve problems across the organization.

Her teammates highlighted her willingness to jump in, answer questions, collaborate on challenges, and make sure others have the support they need. Whether she’s helping Finance, Pricing, Operations, or the Leadership Team, Rachael is always ready to lend a hand.

Rachael, thank you for being such a great example of what it means to be Team Focused and for everything you do for the Knichel team!

08/31/2026

What a summer it’s been for our interns! 🎉

This summer, we had the opportunity to welcome three interns to the Knichel team. From learning the ins and outs of logistics to gaining real-world professional experience, they each brought something unique to the team.

Join us in celebrating Malena Groznik, Lauren Huck, and Alicyn Rhodes, and all they accomplished this summer! We’re grateful to have had them on the team and wish them all the best in what’s ahead.

08/28/2026

🍂 Knichel Connect: The Summer Shift
🌅 Summer is ending, logistics isn’t slowing down.

As we wrap up our August theme, we’re looking back at how the past few weeks have shaped the supply chain, from getting ready for peak season and managing capacity to supporting employee wellness and staying prepared for whatever the market brings next.

Summer may be winding down, but the industry is just getting busier. With peak season ahead, shippers will need to stay proactive, flexible, and prepared for what’s next.

The season is changing. The work keeps moving. Stay tuned for September as we shift our focus to peak season and what shippers can do to stay prepared.

08/27/2026

CEO Minute: More Options, Less Risk

When disruptions happen, relying on a single mode of transportation can create unnecessary risk. Kristy explains why building modal flexibility into your transportation strategy can help shippers navigate capacity constraints, weather events, fuel costs, and other unexpected challenges.

08/25/2026

We’re proud to celebrate Casey Coffey, who has been named a recipient of the 2026 Women in Supply Chain Forum™ Award in the Workforce Innovator category! 🎉

Presented by Food Logistics and Supply & Demand Chain Executive, this award recognizes women in supply chain who are making an impact through their accomplishments, leadership, and commitment to building a stronger future for the industry.

Casey’s dedication to her work and the people around her makes this recognition well deserved. We’re proud to have her on our team and excited to see her recognized among this year’s outstanding women in supply chain. Congratulations, Casey!

08/21/2026

🍂 Knichel Connect: The Summer Shift
📚 Back to School, Back to Business

It’s back-to-school season, which is also a good reminder that new routines can help keep things running smoothly. As summer winds down, it’s a great time to check in on your operations, review what’s working, and prepare for the busier