National Logistics Day™ June 28th promotes appreciation for the important role the logistics industry plays in both our national & global economies! 1896, the invention of the horseless carriage semi truck improved how goods moved across our country. 14 years later, the first air cargo flight took place in 1910. 1956, the first container ship sailed from the port of New Jersey to Texas. Logistics connect the world. Big rig semi trucks and trailers parked at a truck stop.