After signs of recovery in 2023, the past year saw a sharp downturn for many international movers. FIDI’s 2024/25 State of the Industry report reveals the toll of falling volumes, rising costs, supply chain disruptions, staffing shortages, and political upheaval – including renewed protectionism under a new Trump administration. Through expert insights and frontline perspectives, the report explores how movers are adapting through agility, diversification, and digital tools – and why sustainability, workforce resilience, and operational reinvention are essential to weather what many call the toughest year in decades.
