Ports of Indiana secures largest-ever federal grant Ports of Indiana has been awarded a $25 million federal "BUILD" grant from the U.S. Department of Transportation to support a $32 million expansion of its Jeffersonville port. This grant is the
Seaspan and Maersk unveil vessel efficiency upgrade program Seaspan Corporation Pte. Ltd. is collaborating with Maersk to roll out a comprehensive vessel efficiency program on 18 Seaspan vessels on long-term charter to Maersk. The program is aimed at unlocking measurable
USCG issues RFP for new HSC-L icebreakers Following on from the RFI issued back in March, the Coast Guard released a request for proposal (RFP) June 30 for design, production, testing and delivery of Homeland Security Cutter-light (HSC-L) icebreaking
VIDEO: U.S. responds to Iranian attacks on three Hormuz tankers After Iranian attacks on three vessels transiting the Strait of Hormuz, U.S. forces yesterday struck over 80 Iranian targets, and the U.S.Treasury reimposed sanctions on the carriage of Iranian oil that had
Massive concrete beams installed at Chickamauga Lock Construction crews recently reached a major milestone at the Chickamauga Lock Replacement Project, successfully placing the first of several massive concrete beams for the new upstream approach wall. Using a dual-derrick barge
U.S. container imports remain resilient despite trade uncertainty U.S. containerized imports remained resilient in June 2026, despite ongoing geopolitical tensions and tariff uncertainty, according to the latest Descartes Global Shipping Report. Total import volumes reached 2.40 million TEUs, down 1.2% from May but 8.2% higher than June 2025, reflecting the typical seasonal slowdown. For the first six months of 2026, U.S. container imports were down just 0.3% c
Maersk introduces emergency inland fuel surcharge across Nordic region Maersk will introduce a temporary Emergency Inland Fuel/Energy Surcharge for inland shipments across the Nordic region, citing higher fuel costs linked to the evolving situation in the Middle East. The surcharge will take effect on 8 July 2026 and will apply to all Store Door (SD) shipments with a Price Calculation Date (PCD) of 8 July or later. The temporary surcharge will apply as follows: Denm
Gulftainer unveils transformation into global trade infrastructure company Gulftainer has announced the most significant transformation in its nearly 50-year history, unveiling a strategy to evolve from a global port operator into a fully integrated global trade infrastructure company. The new direction brings together ports, shipping, inland logistics, industrial ecosystems and AI-powered supply chains into a single connected platform serving some of the world's fastes
Draft project decision for Antwerp's Left Bank container cluster has been approved The Flemish Government has approved the draft project decision for the Left Bank Container Cluster, marking a significant milestone in the Extra Container Handling Capacity Antwerp project designed to prepare the Port of Antwerp-Bruges for continued growth in container traffic. The project will increase Antwerp's container handling capacity by 7 million TEUs. The approval was granted on May 29, 2
Maersk introduces payer verification email notifications Maersk will begin sending automated email notifications from 7 July 2026 to help customers verify payer details for export and import shipments before invoices are issued. The notifications will provide information on the applicable pay terms and the designated payer for charges associated with each transport document, allowing customers to review and request any necessary corrections before invo
Baltic Hub secures EU funding for terminal modernisation Baltic Hub Container Terminal has signed a funding agreement with the Centre for EU Transport Projects, securing US$ 51.2 million under the European Funds for Infrastructure, Climate and Environment FEnIKS 2021-2027 programme. The grant covers nearly 40% of the total investment value and was awarded under the 2025 call for intermodal transport projects. The investment programme focuses on three p
DP World achieves significant reduction in discharge times at Dar es Salaam port DP World Dar es Salaam has delivered record vessel performance at the Port of Dar es Salaam, reducing cargo discharge times by more than 90% since commencing operations under a 30-year concession in April 2024. Discharge time for comparable cargo has fallen from over 300 hours to under 28 hours, setting a new operational benchmark at the port and strengthening Tanzania's position as a regional tr
ANL enhances APR2 service with new Hong Kong call ANL has strengthened its APR and APR2 services linking Asia, Papua New Guinea and Australia by adding a new call at Hong Kong. The new connection expands ANL's regional network, with the combined APR and APR2 services now covering 16 ports across the region. The APR service operates on a 39-day rotation using three dedicated vessels, offering departures every 13 days. The service includes calls a
Container shipping stocks in H1 2026 Most listed container shipping companies entered 2026 with strong investor optimism. Expectations of resilient freight markets, healthy carrier earnings and improving global trade lifted container shipping stocks sharply during the first quarter. However, that momentum gradually faded. As geopolitical uncertainty intensified, trade policy concerns returned and freight market expectations softened
Marport strengthens partnership with CMA CGM through FEMEX service Marport has strengthened its partnership with CMA CGM following the launch of regular FEMEX service calls at the Turkish container terminal. The first call took place on 3 July with the arrival of CMA CGM MARLIN. The service strengthens Marport's role as a gateway linking trade between Northern Europe and Türkiye. Located at the crossroads of Asia, Europe and the Middle East, Marport is one of Tü
Explainer: Why Jerusalem blinked on ZIM? Netanyahu and Katz's move to scrap the ZIM sale exposes a region-wide reappraisal of shipping as a security instrument and shows Israel, alone among its neighbors, moving to reclaim rather than expand its maritime leverage
CMA CGM announces new PSS increases from Indian Subcontinent CMA CGM has announced a series of new Peak Season Surcharges (PSS) on dry cargo shipments from the Indian Subcontinent to Europe, the Mediterranean and Latin America, with the new rates taking effect later this month. The carrier will introduce a US$500 per container PSS on dry cargo moving from the Indian Subcontinent to Europe and the Mediterranean from 15 July 2026. A second increase will foll
Mitsubishi selects Port Freeport as new U.S. vehicle gateway Mitsubishi Motors North America (MMNA) has expanded its U.S. vehicle distribution network by launching operations at Port Freeport in partnership with AMPORTS, strengthening automotive logistics across the Gulf Coast and Midwest. The move adds Port Freeport to Mitsubishi's existing U.S. distribution network, which already includes AMPORTS-operated facilities in Baltimore, Maryland, and Jacksonvil
Port of HaminaKotka handles 6.3 million tonnes in first half of 2026 The Port of HaminaKotka handled 6.31 million tonnes of cargo during the first six months of 2026, a 11.4% decrease compared with the same period last year. Exports reached 4.30 million tonnes, down 14.0% year on year. Lower volumes of dry bulk, liquid bulk, sawn goods, wood pulp, paper and general cargo weighed on overall export performance. Only the "other goods" category recorded growth, increa
MEYER WERFT appoints André Walter as new CEO MEYER WERFT has appointed André Walter as its new Chief Executive Officer, effective 1 July 2026, succeeding Bernd Eikens, who retired on 30 June after leading the shipbuilder through its financial restructuring. Walter joins MEYER WERFT from Airbus, where he served as Chairman of the Management Board of Airbus Aerostructures GmbH and Airbus GmbH. He will lead the company alongside Chief Restruct
Explainer: Central Asia's race to finish the corridor A US$1.4bn Kazakh road loan shows where Middle Corridor competition has actually moved inland, to the arteries feeding the ports
Konecranes to acquire majority stake in Mitsubishi Electric FA Industrial Products Konecranes has signed an agreement to acquire a 70% stake in Mitsubishi Electric FA Industrial Products (MFK), strengthening its presence in Japan and expanding its position in the global material handling market. The financial terms of the transaction were not disclosed. The acquisition will give Konecranes a strong position in Japan's wire rope hoist, geared motor and service market. It also ma
DACHSER expands Freiburg logistics center with new food logistics hub DACHSER has officially opened the new extension of its logistics center in Freiburg, expanding both its food logistics and industrial goods operations. The company invested around €12 million in the project. The expansion created about 40 new jobs. The new facility includes a 3,200-square-metre refrigerated transit terminal for food logistics. It operates at temperatures between 2°C and 7°C and h
IAPH welcomes North Queensland Bulk Ports and TasPorts as new members The International Association of Ports and Harbors (IAPH) has expanded its global membership with the addition of two Australian port authorities, North Queensland Bulk Ports Corporation Limited (NQBP) and TasPorts, as regular members. North Queensland Bulk Ports Corporation is a Queensland Government-owned port authority responsible for the management, planning, development and operation of the
Poor planning, not lack of sea space, is slowing offshore wind Europe can significantly scale up offshore wind without squeezing out other sea users, according to a new WWF briefing. A new analysis has found that the area required for the EU to meet its offshore wind targets is minimal, occupying just 0.19% of EU seas by 2030, rising to 0.58% by 2040. This leaves the ...
Remøy Shipping begins new chapter as Bower Offshore Six months after Saudi Arabia's Zamil Offshore Services Company acquired Norway's Remøy Shipping, the company rebranded to Bower Offshore. The new company, built on more than 125 years of experience from the Norwegian maritime industry, chose its name from a very familiar word in the industry - the main anchor of a ship. "The very ...
Polaris lines up Vale-backed newcastlemaxes South Korea's Polaris Shipping has been linked to an order for up to four newcastlemax bulk carriers at China's Hengli Shipbuilding. Shipbuilding sources report the Seoul-based owner has contracted two firm 210,000 dwt bulkers at the Dalian yard, with options for two more. The ships are priced at around $80m each and are expected to ...
Hayfin sells 11-vessel AHTS fleet Hayfin Capital Management has struck a deal to sell an 11-vessel offshore support fleet managed by German-based United Offshore Support. The London-based alternative asset manager has agreed to sell the UOS-managed "GH" anchor handler fleet to a newly established company backed by what UOS described as leading investors in the maritime sector. No price has ...
Petrobras picks Oceaneering for ROV services Houston-based Oceaneering International has been awarded a contract from Brazil's state-owned giant Petrobras to deliver ROV services offshore Brazil. The contract, awarded to Oceaneering's Brazilian subsidiary, Marine Production Systems do Brasil, follows a competitive tender process. The contract term is four years, and operations are expected to begin in 2027. Oceaneering will supply two work-
Peninsula and Itochu launch ammonia bunkering venture Marine fuel supplier Peninsula and Japanese trading house Itochu have launched a joint venture to develop ammonia bunkering across Europe. The new company, I&P Marine Ammonia, will focus on key European and Mediterranean ports as the partners look to build supply chains for ammonia as a marine fuel. The venture follows a memorandum of understanding ...
Bahri books pair of offshore support vessels at Grandweld Bahri Logistics, a unit of Saudi shipowner Bahri, has signed a newbuild agreement with Grandweld Shipyard to construct two advanced offshore service vessels. The two vessels will be custom-built to meet the operational requirements of offshore activities at Ras Tanura Port, one of the world's busiest energy hubs. Both vessels will be built at Grandweld Shipyard's ...
Diana secures improved kamsarmax deal New York-listed Greek bulker owner Diana Shipping has fixed one of its kamsarmaxes on a stronger time charter as the vessel rolls off its current employment. The Semiramis Paliou-led company has secured a deal with Aquavita International for the 2010-built, 82,194 dwt Medusa. The gross charter rate has been set at $16,850 per day, minus ...
DP World adds boxship to India coastal fleet DP World has expanded its Indian coastal shipping fleet with the acquisition of a 2,500 teu-plus containership, as the Dubai-based ports and logistics group builds out its domestic maritime network in one of its key growth markets. The company's marine services arm, Shipping Solutions, has taken over the DP World Indus, a vessel dedicated to ...
Panama flag detentions put Chinese carriers in US crosshairs A US maritime regulator has renewed warnings over China's detention of Panama-flagged ships, raising the prospect of action against Chinese-controlled carriers in US trades. Laura DiBella, commissioner with the Federal Maritime Commission, said China's port state control inspections against Panama-flagged vessels had continued "with no sign of abatement". She described the detentions as retaliato
Trump looks to offshore platforms for US space expansion The Trump administration is exploring whether US offshore waters could host space launches and re-entries, in a move that would open a new use case for the outer continental shelf and potentially repurpose old oil and gas infrastructure. The Bureau of Ocean Energy Management has issued a request for information asking for views on whether ...
Bruton to split 12-ship VLCC play Tor Olav Trøim-backed Bruton is splitting its 12-ship VLCC programme into two listed vehicles as its first supertanker enters service. The Oslo-listed company will keep the first four VLCCs from New Times Shipyard inside Bruton Limited, creating what it describes as a monthly dividend-paying company backed by near-term cash flow. The remaining eight VLCCs, four ...
Dolphin Drilling secures more semisub work in India Semisub rig owner Dolphin Drilling has been awarded additional time for one of its offshore rigs in India. Dolphin Drilling said that the 1974-built Blackford Dolphin will continue its drilling contract for Oil India Limited. The contract has been extended until at least August 28, 2026, to enable completion of drilling, testing, and abandonment work ...
Hormuz returns to crisis mode after tanker attacks trigger US strikes Commercial shipping around the Strait of Hormuz has been pushed back into crisis mode after three vessel attacks in 24 hours triggered major US strikes on Iran and a sharp escalation across the Gulf. The latest wave of attacks included the Qatari LNG carrier Al Rekayyat and a Saudi-linked VLCC, with another tanker struck by ...
Archer wins plug and abandonment work off the UK Norwegian offshore service provider Archer has won a contract with Well-Safe Solutions for plug and abandonment activities in the UK North Sea on the Beryl and Forties fields operated by Apache North Sea. The decommissioning project, which will commence during 2026, includes seven platforms and more than 260 wells. Well-Safe is the lead contractor for ...
Eni extends Ventura Offshore rig contract in Indonesia Offshore driller Ventura Offshore has won an extension of a contract for one of its semisubmersible rigs. Ventura Offshore said that the Italian energy giant Eni exercised the option to drill a fourth well and a tophole in Indonesia for the semisub drilling rig, SSV Catarina. The option was exercised by Eni Muara Bakau, a ...
NYK signs digital transformation deal with Microsoft Japanese shipping major Nippon Yusen Kaisha (NYK) has signed a strategic framework agreement with Microsoft Japan to accelerate digital transformation across its shipping and logistics operations. NYK said the partnership will focus on building the foundations needed to support wider digital adoption, including cloud infrastructure, data platforms, generative AI systems and stronger cybersecurity
Dunkirk starts work on second box terminal The port of Dunkirk has started construction of its second container terminal, advancing a €303m ($346m) expansion designed to more than double its box handling capacity. Grand Port Maritime de Dunkerque has awarded the quay civil works package to a joint venture led by Spie Batignolles. The project covers construction of a 1,000 m deepwater ...
HD Hyundai and Schneider Electric target floating data centres HD Hyundai is moving into the floating data centre market, signing an agreement with Schneider Electric to develop offshore digital infrastructure technology. HD Korea Shipbuilding & Offshore Engineering, the shipbuilding holding company of HD Hyundai, has signed a memorandum of understanding with Schneider Electric to jointly develop infrastructure for floating data centres. Floating data centre
Seaspan and Maersk deepen retrofit push Seaspan and Maersk are expanding their long-running partnership with a new vessel efficiency programme across 18 containerships on long-term charter to the Danish liner giant. The two companies said the programme is aimed at improving fuel efficiency, cargo capacity, operational flexibility and emissions performance across the shared time-chartered fleet. The centrepiece is a retrofit package ...
The workforce test behind Greece's shipbuilding ambitions Shipyard revival is easy to announce and hard to staff, writes Spiridon Tsiolis. Two announcements in Greece show the country can find the capital and the technology partners it needs. The harder question is whether it can find the people. On May 29, ONEX Shipyards & Technologies Group and South Korea's Hanwha Ocean signed a ...
Polaris adds tonnage from Global Car Carriers Polaris Autoliners has acquired two feeder-size car carriers from Global Car Carriers, adding more shortsea capacity to its growing fleet. The company has taken over the 2,000 ceu Viking Oslo and Viking Odessa, which have been renamed Polaris Oslo and Polaris Star. S&P sources put the price for the pair at around $44m in total. ...
As US-Iran peace deal teeters, Wall Street sinks and tanker shares rise Tanker stocks thrive amid disruption and inefficiency. The way things are going between the US and Iran, the Hormuz crisis...
The Daily View: Hormuz remains trapped in a familiar cycle
US threats of fresh strikes and Iran blockade prompt another shipping pause in Hormuz Owners and charterers reassess gulf transits as ceasefire collapses and vessel attacks reignite security fears
Gulf crisis fails to dent container volume growth - for now Global container volumes continued to grow in May despite the loss of 1.6m teu of Middle East trade, as a...
Diana urges Genco shareholders to 'send a message' to board Latest deadline in long-running merger battle expires this week as Diana sends 'final reminder' on tendering shares
Court of Appeal upholds decision in forged war risk policy case Lloyd's Europe must pay out on mortgagee interest insurance policy after lenders hoodwinked
Greek appetite for newbuildings stood firm in June Investing in new ships was once again led by tanker and containership contracting, according to Allied QuantumSea
Panama flag exodus accelerates as Washington threatens probe into Beijing's crackdowns The exodus, unseen in nearly two decades, is still gathering pace even as China halves detentions of Panama-flagged ships, while...
Middle East port update: Wednesday, July 8 RAK Ports Group has implemented a Marine Risk Surcharge applicable to all vessels calling at the group's ports, harbours, anchorages...
War risk underwriters mull renewed Hormuz tensions London market in wait-and-see mode, sources indicate
Asian bunker markets brace for more disruption as Hormuz tensions reignite Disruptions at Chinese ports caused by Typhoon Bavi could cause a knock-on effect on other ports as vessels get diverted...
Daily Briefing Fresh tanker attacks sharpen crude importers' Red Sea vs Hormuz dilemma | Who gets shipping's ETS billions? New study lands...
Forwarding AI vendor lands funding to automate shipment coordination The $6 million influx into UK-based artificial intelligence technology provider Nexcade comes as the cost of building AI tools is likely to rise in the coming years.
US imports to hit record high in July amid pre-tariff push: retailers But this month will be the end of an early peak season that began in May and increased in intensity, according to the Global Port Tracker, with imports for August through November expected to be lower year over year.
Concerns over service data amid intermodal growth are overblown - for now The modest growth in domestic volumes the market has seen this year to date should be well within the sector's capabilities to handle, but it's far too soon to "declare victory," writes Larry Gross.
Gulftainer unveils plan for Middle East 'integrated logistics ecosystem' The Sharjah-based company is the third port operator in the UAE to embark on an end-to-end logistics journey, following its larger Dubai-based neighbor DP World and Abu Dhabi-based AD Ports.
Seanergy Maritime scores 'ideal' bond pricing in oversubscribed Greek offering Greek shipowner joins growing list of US-listed names that have tapped the bond market at home
'Dismayed' or 'petty'? Genco and Diana trade barbs ahead of tender offer deadline Genco highlights that investors would get $24.80 per share, not the $27.34 offered to New York bulker owner's board
Genco and Diana trade barbs ahead of tender offer deadline Genco highlights that investors would get $24.80 per share, not the $27.34 offered to New York bulker owner's board
JP Morgan confirms tanker order at Samsung Heavy Industries US investment bank has a total of seven suezmaxes on order at the South Korean shipyard
Chinese shipowner Agricore buys bulker as it awaits raft of newbuildings Outfit pays $27m for 10-year-old kamsarmax
'Dismayed' Genco accuses Diana of misleading investors with tender offer Diana's acquisition target highlights that investors would get $24.80 per share, not the $27.34 offered to New York bulker owner's board
JP Morgan linked to tanker order at Samsung Heavy US investment bank has a total of seven suezmaxes on order at the South Korean shipyard
Saudi Arabia mulls boosting Yanbu pipeline capacity to cut Strait of Hormuz shipments Red Sea outlet may be used more by tankers in future
Union Maritime inks breakthrough VLGCs order with HD Hyundai South Korean yard will build two dual-fuel vessels
Chinese owner Agricore buys kamsarmax as it awaits raft of newbuildings Chinese owner pays $27m for 10-year-old bulker
MSC shrugs off geopolitical turmoil as fleet hits 1,000-vessel mark Container giant is pressing ahead with investments
Laden Adnoc L&S VLGC named as vessel fired at in Strait of Hormuz Nakilat and Bahri confirm attacks on their ships as fragile US-Iran ceasefire comes under threat
Hayfin sells 11-vessel offshore fleet to leading shipping investors Vessels will stay under management by Hayfin and Evangelos Marinakis joint venture UOS
Master unfamiliar with back-up control as ro-ro lost steering Australian investigators advise operator to improve safety management
Turkish ship arrest highlights rising Strait of Hormuz-linked charter disputes MLB Shipping says its $30.5m cargo is caught up in a dispute with Istanbul Denizcilik over who pays for Hormuz closure delays
US hits 80 Iranian targets and ends sanctions easing after strikes on Qatar LNG carrier and Bahri, Sinokor VLCCs Attacks on shipping and the US reaction test shaky ceasefire as tankers avoid Hormuz
Maersk and Hapag-Lloyd return Gemini service to Suez route despite regional flare-up Service could shift back to Cape of Good Hope if security situation deteriorates
MAC Shipping doubles up on chemical tankers with new Chinese order Singapore owner said to have contracted more specialist tonnage, this time at Taizhou Maple Leaf
Tour de France reveals how cycling truly is 'the new golf' Idan Ofer, Rodolphe Saade, Ivan Glasenberg and Jim Ratcliffe embrace the power of the bike to build deep, productive bonds with their business networks
Peninsula and Itochu form new venture to supply ammonia in Europe John Bassadone company and Japanese trader collaborate on supply chains
Greece's Pioneer Marine primed for expansion after latest NRP-backed buy Owner and third-party manager is 'closely monitoring' market after latest acquisition arranged by NRP
Abu Dhabi's ruling family firm ploughs over $1bn into emerging MidOcean Energy Shipping is on radar for growing pure-play LNG company
Eastern Pacific adds 13 newbuildings worth $1.2bn to its massive orderbook Singapore-based company has quietly ordered seven mid-size container ships and six car carriers since the start of the year
Adnoc L&S pounces on bulker trio as it continues fleet build-up Latest buys highlight Abu Dhabi-listed shipowner's ongoing focus on mid-size, mid-age vessels
Trump says ceasefire deal with 'sick' Iranians is 'over' amid attacks on shipping 'I don't want to deal with them any more'
Kinetics Energies marks 'milestone' with first high-capacity FSRU conversion Yard and owner hold a steel-cutting ceremony in Singapore
Fincantieri to build ultra-luxury cruise ship worth more than €500m Italian yard group contracts third vessel for Marc-Henry Cruise Holdings
Shipping stocks rise amid US-Iran escalation Frontline and Hafnia lead shipping index gains in Oslo
Tor Olav Troim's separation of Bruton targets 'excessive discount' with dividend potential and asset play VLCC owner split seen as valuation catalyst by analysts
Greek owner denies tanker booked for pioneering Iraqi crude loading MRPL said to be first Indian state refiner to fix vessel inside the Gulf
Himalaya Shipping banks premium for newcastlemax bulkers in June Owner declares $0.22 dividend for June
Trafigura and Vitol opening offices in Venezuela as tanker shipments rise Trading houses expanding their roles in export of crude under US pact
Four tankers and gas carriers abort Strait of Hormuz transits after attacks Safety and security concerns heightened by Iranian strikes on three vessels
Diana Shipping scores higher rate for kamsarmax bulker Greek owner banks $16,850 per day from Aquavita International
Greek newbuilding activity eclipses secondhand dealmaking in first half Hellenic fleet renewal is in full swing, with Chinese yards - mainly Hengli Shipbuilding - capturing the business
US hits 80 Iranian targets and ends sanctions easing after hits on Qatar LNG carrier and Bahri, Sinokor VLCCs Attacks on shipping and US reaction test shaky ceasefire as tankers avoid Hormuz
Eastern Pacific has added 15 newbuildings worth around $1.26bn to its massive orderbook Singapore-based company has quietly ordered seven mid-size container ships and six car carriers since start of the year
Adnoc L&S pounces on supramax pair as bulker fleet build-up continues Latest buys show how Abu Dhabi-listed shipowner continues to focus on mid-size, mid-age vessels
Why China's coal surge matters for panamax bulker owners Panamax earnings are likely to average $17,000 to $20,000 per day over the second half of 2026, says Kpler
US launches strikes on Iran and ends sanctions easing after attacks on Qatari LNG carrier and Bahri VLCC Attacks on shipping and US reaction represent latest test of shaky ceasefire as tankers avoid Hormuz
Trucking insurance fraud: The digital trap costing companies millions Summary View Transcript After a trucking accident, the immediate physical event is often followed by a hidden digital battle. Learn how fraudulent online activities, from spoofed websites to coordinated crime groups, are exploiting accident victims and costing transportation companies millions. Discover how AI is expanding this 'attack surface' and what your business can do to protect itself. Sum
Is The Freight Market Headed For a Crisis? What the LMI Says Summary View Transcript The latest Logistics Managers' Index (LMI) report reveals a robust but extremely tight freight market, with transportation capacity hitting near-record lows. Shippers are struggling to find capacity, pushing transportation prices higher, a trend not seen since 2022. While retailers gain consumer confidence, manufacturers remain cautious. Dive into the data to understand th
Rail Freight Booms: Why the Industrial Economy Is STRONGER Than You Think Summary View Transcript Rail freight is showing surprising strength in 2026, with record-breaking carloads and intermodal units. AAR President and CEO Ian Jefferies dives into the data, revealing broad-based growth across categories from chemicals to motor vehicles. He explains how fuel prices, trucking capacity issues, and regulatory changes are impacting the market, positioning rail as a highly
Global Shipping at Risk: Middle East Instability, Iran, & UAE's Counter-Strategy Summary View Transcript Political analyst Ahmed Sharif Al Ameri explains why the Middle East remains unstable, directly accusing the Iranian regime of 'terrorist' activities that threaten global energy and supply chains. He details the UAE's proactive strategy, including leaving OPEC for greater production freedom and investing in alternative pipelines to ensure long-term stability and economic d
US Rail Freight Surges: Industrial Economy at 15-Year High? Summary View Transcript Rail freight numbers are telling a surprising story about the strength of the US industrial economy. With significant gains in carloads, intermodal, and specific commodities like steel and lumber, is the freight market witnessing a broad-based recovery? Editor Bill Stephens breaks down the latest AAR report, revealing record-breaking volumes and the factors driving this bu
No holiday for booming rail freight Rail traffic on U.S. carriers totaled 482,121 carloads and intermodal units for the week ending July 4, a gain of 8.7% from the same week a year ago. Commodity shipments came to 212,691 carloads, up 3.7%, while intermodal volume was 269,430 containers and trailers, up 12.9% compared to 2025. Grain and farm products excluding grain and food led nine out of 10 gainers, up 13% and 12.7%, while metal
Texas port fuels automotive expansion with Mitsubishi deal, infrastructure upgrades Port Freeport is strengthening its position as one of the fastest-growing automotive gateways in the U.S. after Mitsubishi Motors North America selected the Texas port as a key addition to its U.S. distribution network. It marks the latest in a series of announcements highlighting expanding vehicle volumes, infrastructure investments and new shipping capacity. Port officials announced Monday that
New airline cargo contract raises liability risk, logistics providers say Freight forwarders face increased liability exposure after a change to airline industry guidelines governing cargo airway bills shifted responsibility for misdeclared goods, concealed dangerous goods, unsafe packaging and other shipping errors from businesses to the agents tendering shipments, trade associations and insurers are warning. The International Air Transport Association's revised frame
Container rates near $9,000 as Iran war flares Just when it looked safe to go back in the water, the United States and Iran restart hostilities, and container rates on the busiest U.S. trade lane near a three-year high. Prices on the benchmark Asia-U.S. trans-Pacific levelled off 8% higher than the previous week, according to SONAR data analyst Freightos, as rates have yet to reflect declining fuel costs. "Peak season demand continues to push
Mexico's trucking labor crunch intensifies, IRU warns Mexico's trucking industry is facing a growing driver shortage, with 14% of commercial driver positions sitting vacant as fleet operators struggle to recruit new workers, according to a new survey by the International Road Transport Union (IRU). The 14% vacancy rate is the second highest among the 18 markets surveyed, trailing only Uzbekistan at 15%, and exceeds the global average vacancy rate of
Freight Payments: Why This 120-Year-Old Bank Has the Edge Summary View Transcript Discover how Cass, a 120-year-old financial institution, stands apart in the freight payments landscape. EVP Tony Urban explains why being a federally regulated bank offers unparalleled advantages in payment security, fraud prevention, and working capital solutions, especially for enterprise shippers. Learn how Cass navigates market cycles and leverages technology like AI
Is Flatbed Freight About to EXPLODE? AI & Military Spending Unleashed Summary View Transcript The flatbed freight market may have seen a slight cool-off recently, but don't let that fool you. Massive investments in AI data centers and a record-breaking defense bill are set to fuel unprecedented demand. Discover why flatbed trucking is poised for a huge upside, moving everything from concrete for new facilities to munitions for global defense. Summary unavailable. T
Defense Spending SOARS: How $1.5 Trillion Impacts Freight Summary View Transcript The US defense budget is set to hit $1.5 trillion, a massive 50% increase, with 80% earmarked for weapons procurement. This surge isn't just about military might; it's a huge signal for the freight and logistics industry, especially flatbed. Carriers and shippers should brace for significant demand in defense-related freight movement across the country. Plus, we explore ho
Inside Amazon's Elite Disaster Relief Team: How They Act FAST Summary View Transcript When disaster strikes, every second counts. Amazon's Disaster Relief program leverages its vast logistics network, cutting-edge technology, and dedicated people to deliver critical aid precisely when and where it's needed most. Learn how Amazon pre-positions supplies and coordinates with global partners to ensure immediate impact in chaotic environments like the Venezuela
Supply Chain's True Grit: How Logistics Shines in Disasters Summary View Transcript During hurricane season, the logistics industry truly shines. Michelle Livingstone, founder of M.D. Livingstone Consulting, shares her journey from Home Depot's hurricane command center to empowering women in supply chain. Discover how improved visibility, strategic partnerships, and a commitment to people elevate the industry in times of crisis and opportunity. Summary un
Trucking Legislator Rankings. 79 Bills, 3 Laws Before he was the Transportation Secretary withholding hundreds of millions of dollars from states for not enforcing hard enough, Sean Duffy spent nine years in the United States Congress. From 2011 to 2019, he put his name on roughly 820 pieces of legislation. Four involved trucking. A clarification of the agricultural exemption from hours-of-service rules, so certain farm haulers could drive lo
China Southern Airlines to lease Boeing 777-300 converted freighters The cargo division of China Southern Airlines has signed a long-term lease agreement for three Boeing 777-300 Extended Range converted freighters, AerCap announced on Wednesday. Less than two weeks ago, China Southern Air Logistics also ordered two classic 777 production freighters and five next-generation 777-8 cargo jets from Boeing as part of an aggressive fleet expansion and modernization pro
How Insurance Coverage Enhancements Can Help Fleets Navigate Risk and Control Costs When things go wrong for owner operators and small carriers, the right insurance is a financial foundation that can help keep a business solvent. In today's freight environment, equipment, insurance and loss costs have increased, creating challenges for truckers. According to the American Trucking Research Institute (ATRI), insurance premiums rose 3% in 2024 to a record 10.2 cents per mile . Earl
DeepFabric launches AI platform, aims to bridge operational trust gap Dallas-based tech developer DeepFabric publicly launched its specialized AI platform for supply chain operations on Wednesday. The platform deploys specialized AI agents directly into enterprise operational workflows. Early customers -including HelloFresh, Kenco, NFI, and TwinMed- are already running the platform live in production. According to DeepFabric, these early adopters are seeing up to a
SONAR Upgrades Batch Rate Intelligence Into a Full RFP Pricing Engine Freight brokers live and die by their RFP pricing. Submit too high and you lose the lane. Submit too low and you win business you'll spend the next year regretting. SONAR's latest release is designed to close that gap. SONAR this week released a significant upgrade to Batch Rate Intelligence, expanding the feature from a bulk lane analysis tool into what the company describes as a complete RFP pr
CBP officers seize over $3.7 million in suspected cocaine at Hidalgo Port of Entry PHARR, Texas . U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers seized suspected cocaine valued at $3,723,654 during a single enforcement action at the Pharr International Bridge. CBP announced the seizure Thursday. The seizure occurred June 24 at the Pharr International Bridge. CBP officers referred a commercial tractor-trailer hauling a shipment manifested as cucumbers for a secondary inspection. A
SCOTUS killed the broker defense; is truck leasing next? On May 14, 2026, the Supreme Court decided Montgomery v. Caribe Transport II, LLC, and the freight brokerage industry lost the defense it had been living behind for a decade. The vote was 9 to 0. Justice Barrett wrote the opinion. A state-law claim that a broker negligently hired an unsafe motor carrier is not preempted by federal law because requiring a broker to exercise ordinary care in choosi
Trimble shares get upward bump on report it may sell transportation unit Shares of Trimble made a small upward move Tuesday on the back of a report the company may be selling its Transportation & Logistics (T&L) segment. Axios reported Tuesday that Trimble was working with Goldman Sachs to sell the unit that includes its transportation management system (TMS) offering as well as its maps product . "After about 15 years of assembling a transportation software suite via
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