Marine Log's Top Women in Maritime 2025: The full interviews As the maritime industry continues to expand, innovate, and welcome a more diverse workforce, we're proud to present our 2025 list of Top Women in Maritime-now in its sixth year of celebrating
A radical MASS transformation Editor's Note: This article appeared in the September 2025 issue of Marine Log magazine. The rapid development of Maritime Autonomous Surface Ships (MASS) is radically transforming the global maritime environment and impacting the viability of virtually every function aboard ship from communications and
Bay Area Diesel completes repower of M/V Launch Runner Laborde Products, working through dealer Bay Area Diesel, has completed a repower of the M/V Launch Runner, a quad-screw crew boat owned by G&S Marine. The project replaced four Scania DI13 Tier
UK-led Maritime Consortium sets out plan for nuclear-powered fleet The UK is taking a decisive step towards leading the global race to decarbonize shipping with the launch of the Maritime Nuclear Consortium. Convened by Lloyd's Register (LR), the group unites leading expertise
Marquette Transportation christens the M/V John Paul Eckstein On January 10, 2026, Marquette Transportation Company celebrated the christening of its newest towboat, the M/V John Paul Eckstein, and honored its namesake, John Paul Eckstein, during a traditional Christening Ceremony in
TTB 2026: USCG cybersecurity rules raise stakes for vessel operators Cybersecurity threats and growing U.S. Coast Guard scrutiny will take center stage at Tugs, Towboats & Barges (TTB) 2026, where industry leaders will examine how unprepared vessel operators are increasingly exposed to
Op-Ed: The social revolution maritime didn't see coming For years the maritime industry has talked about digital transformation as if it were purely about systems, sensors and software. Yet the most profound transformation now taking place is human. Across crews
Two iconic Flagship Cruises ferries gain national recognition San Diego's oldest family-owned and operated tour boat and ferry company, Flagship Cruises & Events, founded in 1915, is currently in the process of building two cutting-edge, all-electric, zero-emission ferries. But meantime
AD Ports completes EUR 11.2M acquisition of Astilleros Balenciaga Abu Dhabi-based AD Ports Group (ADX: ADPORTS) reports that its subsidiary Safeen Drydocks, part of Noatum Maritime, has acquired 100% ownership of Spanish shipyard Astilleros Balenciaga for a total consideration of EUR
Meyer Turku cuts steel for fifth giant Icon-class cruise ship Production of the fifth vessel in Royal Caribbean's Icon class began Monday, June 19, at Finland's Meyer Turku shipyard. The ceremonial event held in the steel hall was attended by representatives of
New all-electric Hydromover 2.0 now in service in Singapore Hydromover 2.0, an ultra-efficient all-electric light cargo transfer vessel designed by Incat Crowther for Singapore's marinEV, a business of Yinson GreenTech, has officially entered service in Singapore. Building on the success of
Rhenus opens first intermodal terminal in Kazakhstan Rhenus Group has acquired its first rail-connected terminal in Kazakhstan. The move strengthens its presence in Central Asia. The terminal is located at Bayserke railway station near Almaty. It operates under QAZContargo Almaty Ltd. The site offers container depot services, bonded storage, and block train handling. The facility boosts container capacity in the Almaty region. It provides direct ac
Broekman Logistics appoints Frank Roderkerk Broekman Logistics has appointed Frank Roderkerk as Director International Freight Forwarding. He brings extensive experience in logistics, air freight, and ocean freight. He also brings a strong focus on commercial growth and team development. Frank spent 20 years at Rhenus Logistics. His most recent role was CEO North Europe, Air & Ocean. He held multiple senior leadership positions during his
UK-led consortium unveils plan for nuclear-powered shipping The UK has launched the Maritime Nuclear Consortium. The move aims to speed up shipping decarbonisation. Lloyd's Register leads the group. The consortium brings together experts from nuclear, maritime, insurance, and regulatory sectors. It seeks to set global standards for nuclear-powered commercial ships. Nuclear power produces zero CO2. Advanced modular reactors can run for years without refuel
CMA CGM announces new FAK rates from ISC CMA CGM has published new Freight All Kinds (FAK) rates applicable to dry cargo moving from the Indian Subcontinent, the Middle East Gulf and the Red Sea to North Europe, the Mediterranean and North Africa. The revised rates will take effect from 1 February 2026 and will apply until further notice, subject to the relevant gate-in or sailing dates at origin, depending on the trade. From North West
Port of Klaipeda sets new cargo records in 2025 The Port of Klaipeda delivered a record-breaking performance in 2025. Cargo volumes continued to rise across several segments. Containers, ro-ro, LNG, oil products, minerals, and construction materials all hit new highs. Passenger traffic also reached record levels. The port handled 39 million tonnes of cargo during the year. Strong investment, improved security, modern technology, and environmen
Iran's participation in South Africa's naval drills as a new layer of uncertainty Iran's naval presence off Cape Town threatens to transform the world's busiest alternative shipping corridor into a second front of maritime disruption, potentially leaving container carriers with no viable route for critical Asia-Europe trades that already absorb up to 10% of global fleet capacity
Q4 2025 Container Market Analysis The following report, was conducted by Dr. Michael Tsatsaronis, Assistant Professor at the Department of Port Management and Shipping, National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, and his research team. CONTAINER MARKET FREIGHT MARKET During October, the containership market remained under pressure, as excess vessel capacity and subdued demand continued to influence freight rate levels. Early
Port of Helsinki traffic stable in 2025 Cargo and passenger volumes at the Port of Helsinki remained largely stable in 2025. Unitized cargo stayed at 1.1 million units. Total goods traffic reached 13.4 million tonnes, down 4.7% year on year. Liner services carried 9.5 million passengers, up 0.9%. International cruise ships brought 175,000 visitors to Helsinki. CEO Ville Haapasaari said the summer passenger season was busy, but full-yea
How container shipping should deal with Taiwan Strait's militarization? The world's busiest container corridor is undergoing a fundamental transformation that shipping executives can no longer treat as temporary turbulence
Why Over-Centralised Logistics Is the Real Risk in Global Supply Chains Key Highlights Discover why efficiency-first supply chains are falling short in 2026, and how hidden structural risks in centralised networks are becoming harder to ignore. Modular infrastructure is moving from tactical fix to strategic foundation, enabling logistics networks to adapt without rebuilding from scratch. The growing gap between standard containers and engineered modular assets, and w
AD Ports Group expands in Spain with shipyard acquisition AD Ports Group has expanded its operations in Spain. Its subsidiary SAFEEN Drydocks has acquired 100% of Balenciaga Astilleros Shipyard for EUR 11.2 million. SAFEEN Drydocks operates under Noatum Maritime. The deal strengthens AD Ports Group's presence in Spain and the Mediterranean. It also supports the Group's growing offshore wind ambitions. The shipyard is located in Spain's Basque region. It
Port of Gothenburg and Castellum to build logistics building The Port of Gothenburg and Castellum are continuing the development of the expanding logistics area Halvorsäng in Gothenburg and are now constructing a new building of 8,667 square meters, half of which will be leased by plastics company Vink Esså Plast Group AB. The project is carried out within the framework of the joint company through which the parties are developing Halvorsäng. Jill Söderwal
CMA CGM reroutes FAL 1, FAL 3 and MEX services CMA CGM has announced that vessels deployed on its FAL 1, FAL 3 and MEX services will temporarily operate via the Cape of Good Hope, citing the current complex and uncertain international environment. The group said it is continuously and closely monitoring all potential impacts on its operations. As a precautionary measure, the decision has been taken to reroute the affected services for the tim
Panama container port traffic grows 3.6% in 2025 Container port traffic in Panama recorded growth of 3.6% in 2025, reaching a total of 9.9 million TEUs compared with the previous year. The increase reflects the positive performance of the country's port system and its strategic importance for regional maritime trade. Figures released by the Directorate General of Ports and Auxiliary Maritime Industries of the Panama Maritime Authority show mixe
ICTSI's South Luzon Container Terminal taking shape International Container Terminal Services Inc. (ICTSI) is advancing the South Luzon Container Terminal (SLCT) in Bauan, Batangas. Commercial operations are targeted for 2028. The USD 800 million project will roll out in phases over two years. When complete, SLCT will become one of the Philippines' largest container gateways. It will add up to 2 million TEUs annually across ICTSI's network. SLCT i
Naturgy and Enagás to charter next-generation LNG bunkering vessel Naturgy and Enagás , through its subsidiary Scale Green Energy , have reached an agreement to advance the decarbonisation of maritime transport in the Iberian Peninsula through the construction and long-term charter of a next-generation LNG supply vessel. The vessel, named Mistral LNG , will be designed to supply liquefied natural gas (LNG) and BioLNG to all types of vessels. With a cargo capacit
Why US military installation affects Cosco's investment in Peru? When China's President Xi Jinping personally inaugurated Peru's Chancay port in November 2024, cutting transit times from Asia to South America's Pacific coast from 35 days to just 23, he wasn't simply celebrating a US$3.5 billion infrastructure achievement
Behind the strategy of Libya's Misurata port expansion Italian-Qatari partnership positions Central Mediterranean gateway as influence projection rather than commercial competition with Morocco's transshipment dominance
Hamburg consortium launches research project on the integration of autonomous systems With the official kick-off of the research project iPORTUS, Hamburg Port Authority, together with the Fraunhofer Center for Maritime Logistics and Services and Kongsberg Maritime Germany GmbH, marks a significant milestone on the path towards the digitalization and automation of port operations. The aim of the project is the safe integration of semi-autonomous and remotely monitored, low-emission
Performance locks in long-term aframax cover Performance Shipping has secured long-term cover for one of its aframax tankers, fixing the P Monterey on a three-year time charter. The Nasdaq-listed Greek owner said it has entered into the contract with PBF Holding, a subsidiary of US refiner PBF Energy. The deal will see the 2011-built 105,525 dwt tanker start its employment mid-February ...
James Fisher buys stake in US autonomous vessel specialist UK-based marine services group James Fisher and Sons has taken a strategic minority stake in US autonomous vessel specialist Ocean Aero, joining the company's Series D funding round. The investment gives James Fisher increased exposure to autonomous marine systems as it looks to expand its technology offering across offshore energy and defence markets. It also ...
AD Ports buys into Spanish shipbuilding with Astilleros Balenciaga takeover AD Ports Group has moved deeper into European shipbuilding after snapping up Spain's Astilleros Balenciaga shipyard, strengthening its push into offshore wind support vessels. The Abu Dhabi-listed group said its drydocks arm Safeen Drydocks, part of Noatum Maritime, has acquired 100% of the Basque-based yard for €11.2m ($13.1m). The deal adds another foothold in Spain ...
CMA CGM signals caution by rerouting services away from Suez Canal CMA CGM, the world's third-largest liner, has provided a counter-narrative to the many analysts expecting liners to flock back to the Suez Canal following the Houthis' three-month-long ceasefire on merchant shipping. Citing the "complex and uncertain international context", the French liner today announced that three of its services - FAL 1, FAL 3 and MEX ...
Laskaridis tipped to join suezmax order rush in South Korea Greek owner Panos Laskaridis is taking a step up into suezmax crude tankers, with his shipping interests tied to a pair of newbuildings at a South Korean yard. Shipbuilding sources in Greece say the diversified owner has signed up for two 157,000 dwt suezmax newbuildings at DH Shipbuilding, in what would mark a step up ...
Bruton moves to lock in work and funding for VLCCs Tor Olav Trøim-backed tanker player Bruton is moving to lock in early employment for its first LNG dual-fuel VLCCs while firming up financing for the newbuildings. The Oslo-listed company has entered into a non-binding letter of intent with a leading global trading house for a charter party covering the vessels. The proposed deal would give ...
Greenland control and tariffs threaten to destabilise transatlantic shipping Donald Trump has reiterated his vow to "100%" place tariffs on European countries that oppose his demand to take control of Greenland, with liners on the north Atlantic trades already coming under pressure. Westbound rates on the transatlantic container tradesfrom Europe to the US are already down by 40% since the beginning of 2025, according ...
PIL lines up eight LNG neo-panamaxes in China-Korea split Pacific International Lines has moved a step closer to its next phase of fleet renewal, signing letters of intent for eight LNG dual-fuel neo-panamax container ships in a deal split between Chinese and South Korean yards. The Singapore-based liner operator has selected Hudong-Zhonghua Shipbuilding in China and HD Hyundai Heavy Industries in South Korea to ...
Procopiou doubles down on VLCCs with Hengli deal George Procopiou is pressing ahead with large crude carrier expansion, booking four VLCC newbuildings at China's Hengli Shipyard in a deal valued at up to $600m. The latest order has been placed by Dynacom Tankers Management and covers four 306,000 dwt crude carriers, worth between $400m and $600m, according to a stock exchange filing by ...
HEBO wins contract to remove Wintershall platforms in North Sea Dutch maritime heavylifter HEBO has been awarded the contract for the full engineering, preparation, removal, and disposal of two platforms by Wintershall. The company said it was tasked to remove the Wintershall Noordzee L5-C and Wingate gas production platforms offshore the Netherlands and the UK, respectively. The contract scope also has potential for expansion. The ...
Wood secures $65m contract extension with Woodside in Australia UK engineering group Wood has landed a two-year contract extension worth up to $65m (AUD 100m) with Woodside to continue delivering brownfield engineering, procurement, and construction management services across offshore assets at the North West Shelf project in Western Australia. The NWS Project is one of the world's largest and most mature LNG developments and ...
EnBW sells stake in 1.5GW UK offshore wind project to JERA Nex BP German energy utility giant EnBW has sold its stake in the 1.5GW Mona offshore wind project in the Irish Sea to its partner JERA Nex BP. This follows EnBW's decision to drop the development of the Mona and Morgan offshore wind projects in the UK after failing to receive government support through the AR7 contracts ...
Maritime Nuclear Consortium launched in the UK The Maritime Nuclear Consortium has been launched in the UK aiming to make the kingdom a leader in nuclear propulsion at a time when other nations such as the US and China are also spending greater resources in this field. Convened by Lloyd's Register (LR), the group unites leading expertise from the nuclear, maritime, insurance and regulatory ...
Xiamen Xinrong Ship Management adds another panamax Xiamen Xinrong Ship Management has added a second vessel purchase in recent months, bringing its total to three since August, with its latest deal involving an outfit registered as Taurus Maritime Investments. The ship has been identified as the Ice II and now renamed Great Yongwei. The panamax-sized bulker, is a sister vessel to the ...
Mercuria bolsters fleet Swiss trading house Mercuria Energy Group, controlled by Marco Dunand and Daniel Jaeggi, is stepping up activity across both wet and dry, with January shaping up as its busiest month yet. The asset-hungry trader continues to make waves in the secondhand market, growing its capesize fleet to four vessels in as many months, while also ...
The hidden trauma of piracy Piracy leaves scars you cannot see and the maritime industry still treats it as a footnote, argues Alexander Dimitrevich, a clinical psychiatrist at Mental Health Support Solutions, in this exclusive for Splash. I have spent more than 15 years meeting seafarers in the first hours after they step out of pirate captivity, and in those ...
US seizes another tanker amid shift of Venezuelan oil to Caribbean storage It is still very early days, but America's audacious plan to control Venezuela's crude export business is showing signs of...
Fraudulent flag shadow fleet operations now dominate Malaysia's coast Malaysia's status as the shadow fleet's key STS transfers hub remains undimmed despite previous government pledges to crack down on...
Russia to expand port capacity by 56m tonnes As part of this year's plans, northwestern ports will see their capacity expanded by more than 15m tonnes, while a...
CMA CGM's surprise retreat doesn't alter momentum toward Red Sea reopening CMA CGM's surprise pullback from the Red Sea has raised eyebrows, yet carriers continue to probe the trade corridor with...
Having the backing of your flag state becoming crucial, says Danish Shipping chief As freedom of navigation comes under increasing pressure in the Baltic Sea, having the backing of a nation state of...
Lloyd's takes fake war risk cover case to appeal No date yet for Oceanus Capital v Lloyd's Insurance Company hearing
Alarm overload undermining safety at sea, says LR Excessive and nuisance shipboard alarms routinely overwhelm crews and in many cases undermine safety at sea, according to Lloyd's Register
Interferry calls for rethink of EU ETS as road transport remains exempt Interferry is arguing for funds to be reinvested directly into maritime decarbonisation measures such as shore power, electrification and e-fuels...
CMA CGM pulls back from Red Sea, but analyst sees market motives behind safety talk The race back to the Suez just hit the brakes, with CMA CGM signalling rivals not to flood the market...
The Daily View: More geopolitical turbulence ahead
DSIC wins Mercuria-linked order for up to four LR2 product tankers Deliveries are scheduled between 2028 and 2029
HD KSOE wins $326m four tanker order Deliveries are scheduled for the first half of 2029
Daily Briefing Washington's Greenland gambit casts shadow over transatlantic trade prospects | China tanker stocks jump on geopolitics and sanctions squeeze, lifting...
Evergreen bolsters Asia-West Coast South America links amid capacity surge The carrier has inked a slot charter agreement on a service that is operated by Taiwanese rivals Yang Ming and Wan Hai, as well as Singapore's PIL.
Indian port flow boosted by infrastructure, technology investment efforts New Delhi has invested heavily into freight infrastructure modernization through public-private participation and pushed digital logistics solutions along with sweeping policy reforms to ease trade processes in recent years.
CMA CGM backs off plans to resume Suez transits for Asia-Europe services Citing "the complex and uncertain international context," the carrier said proforma voyages through the Suez that were confirmed last month would remain diverted via the Cape of Good Hope in southern Africa.
Container ship owner Danaos makes foray into energy with dive in Alaska LNG project Greek company invests part of its huge cash pile to gain a foothold in the natural gas business
US shipbroker MJLF adds board member with tech growth goal 'Deliberate investments in leadership, infrastructure and technology' underway at brokerage
'Extremely alarmed' US lawmakers pledge effort to block Trump's Greenland tariffs But moves led by opposition Democrats will face uphill battle with president's veto power
US refiner PBF Energy fixes Performance aframax for three years at 'lucrative' rate Fifteen-year old crude carrier is set to earn $33m over duration of long-term charter
Founding partner Christian Ness rejoins shipping investor NRP Ness established NRP with Ragnvald Risan in 2000
Nakilat nudges up 2025 profit as it prepares for huge fleet growth First newbuilding in raft of 36 gas carriers due at end of this year
CMA CGM backtracks on Suez return and reverts to Cape of Good Hope route Despite the return of some lines, the French carrier is rerouting vessels around southern Africa
Exploring the 'hidden jewel' in Navios' South America strategy TradeWinds visits a Uruguayan terminal whose prime location makes it a transshipment gateway to a region rich in untapped natural resources
Expanding Abu Dhabi owner buys Spanish shipbuilder Balenciaga AD Ports says takeover gives it access to specialised offshore wind ship capabilities
Clarksons: As oil and gas shipping dominates, investment in renewables assets is falling short Panel assembled by UK shipbroker discussed the latest trends in their sector
'I looked up and saw us crash': Court hears Russian master's account of deadly collision Vladimir Motin is accused of the manslaughter of a crew member on Ernst Russ container ship
Trump's 'surreal' threat to seize Greenland puts container shipping on notice Additional tariffs and a veiled threat of US military action adds more uncertainty for liner operators
Livanos-Arcelor tie-up Global Chartering expands with capesize buy Joint venture is linked to a Japanese deal that highlights strong appetite to invest in big bulkers
Trump's 'surreal' threat to seize Greenland puts container shipping on notice Additional tariffs and a veiled threat of US military action adds more uncertainty for liner operators
Vafias tanker orderbook nears $1bn mark after exercising Hyundai options Major Greek shipping player inks two fresh suezmaxes and two LR2 tankers at HD Hyundai Heavy Industries
Norwegian shipowners and analysts prepare for 24-hour run for children's charity Event will raise cash for ice hockey star Mats Zuccarello's work in sports inclusion
Braemar hugely bullish on future VLCC rates as shadow fleet enters 'endgame' London broker explains why its 2027 forecasts are well ahead of sector benchmarks
Livanos-Arcelor tie-up Global Chartering expands with new capesize buy Joint venture is linked to a Japanese deal that highlights strong appetite to invest in big bulkers
HSBC cuts boxship freight rate forecasts after Maersk Red Sea return Downcycle could be accelerated by other owners following suit, analysts believe
How Ukrainian drone strikes are impacting tanker activity at key Black Sea oil terminal Russia-based facility down to one single-point mooring for February programme
US pilot dies in fall from bulk carrier off Florida Accident happened while Phillip Brady was disembarking the ultramax Lowlands Luck
Shipbroker quits Fearnleys for European Maritime Finance Thomas Malm joins as project sales in Oslo
LNG fuelling 'cleared for take-off' with bio-methane uptake 'exploding', SEA-LNG says Chairman Peter Keller talks growing up, commitment and accelerating down that runway as the industry body turns 10
Founder partner Christian Ness rejoins shipping investor NRP Ness established NRP with Ragnvald Risan in 2000
Venezuela's first-ever LPG export deal puts gas carrier owners on alert Acting president hails agreement as historic milestone for South American country
Trader swoops for first Bruton VLCC newbuildings as financing fixed for tankers Tor Olav Troim company also extends options for two more VLCCs
Tanker owner James Fisher pumps money into US ocean drone operation UK-listed company says move aligns with its sustainable stance on shipping
Founder partner Christian Ness rejoins NRP Ness established NRP with Ragnvald Risan in 2000
Shipping facing 'complete mess' without IMO Net-Zero Framework Owners may have to deal with several regional fuel regulations
Reborn Chinese shipyard ends decade-long order drought for livestock carriers Anhui Port & Shipping Sealand has secured contracts for up to two newbuildings with a New Zealand company
Berge Bulk sells newcastlemax to South Koreans for premium price, brokers say Second sales deal for 2026 involves the giant bulker type priced at between $74m and $75m
Charterer stiffs Yun Hao Shipping with unpaid bunker bill MPP arrested in India after charterer allegedly skips out on payments
Cosco turns to Chinese auction platform as it plans to sell unwanted bulker Although expressions of interest are being sought, no auction date has been set
Hong Kong shipowner orders product tanker as Chinese yard diversifies from bulkers Wanlong Ship Heavy Industry has amassed an orderbook of 11 new vessels
'We have a war chest': Shipowning newcomer has cash and appetite for fleet expansion Engine lubricant specialist eyes new growth in China, Japan and South Korea
Ag container shipments power South Carolina inland port gains Inland Port Dillon in 2025 saw its busiest calendar year on record, processing 48,761 rail containers, an increase of 33% from the prior year. SC Ports credited growth in retail goods and a successful soybean season for regional farmers moving shipments through Dillon from the eastern Carolinas to global markets. The agency said its partnership with the state Department of Agriculture and private
USPS solicits retailers to reserve last-mile delivery capacity The U.S. Postal Service on Tuesday opened a website where retailers and logistics providers can begin bidding for last-mile delivery service to homes and businesses, part of a broader strategy by new Postmaster General David Steiner to raise revenue for the money-losing organization. The Postal Service has sold delivery service direct from post offices for many years, but it has been mostly limit
OOIDA warns of data bias in FMCSA safety inquiry The Owner-Operator Independent Drivers Association is challenging a federal plan to link driver work schedules to crash risks , arguing the study is built on biased data and flawed logic. In comments filed on Friday, OOIDA warned the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration that the research the agency proposed as part of an information collection request (ICR) will fail to produce an accurate
Flexport launches tariff refund calculator as Supreme Court weighs tariff authority As U.S. importers wait on a Supreme Court decision that could upend the last year of work with constantly changing tariffs, a new tool from Flexport is offering businesses a way to quantify what has largely been an abstract legal debate: how much money they might actually get back. Flxport launched a Tariff Refund Calculator , a public-facing tool designed to estimate potential refunds tied to ta
Shippers told autonomous technology could lure freight from trucks to rail SCHAUMBURG, Ill. - If there's a white whale that railroads have long hunted, it's the goal of converting truck traffic to rail. It's a centerpiece of Union Pacific's effort to show public benefits to its merger with Norfolk Southern (NYSE: UNP , NSC ), but the goal is hardly a new one. Janet Drysdale, chief commercial officer of Canadian National (NYSE: CNI ), said during the Midwest Association
Long Beach volume to double to 20M containers by 2050 On the strength of another record year for container volume, the Port of Long Beach is making wide-ranging plans to double its cargo throughput by 2050. The hub, which along with the Port of Los Angeles comprises the busiest U.S. import gateway, handled about 9.9 million containers in 2025, Chief Executive Noel Hacegaba said at his first State of the Port address. A new forecast projects Long Bea
FMCSA Renews CMV Marking Rules as Industry Grapples With Violations and Fraud The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration published a notice in Tuesday's Federal Register that most people in trucking will ignore. It's a routine paperwork exercise: an information-collection renewal for CMV marking requirements under Docket No. FMCSA-2025-1381. The agency wants to continue documenting the burden of requiring carriers to place their names and USDOT numbers on the sides of
Insurance Was Trucking's Last Real Barrier to Entry. It Collapsed. You can get operating authority for $300. Three hundred bucks, some paperwork, and you're officially a motor carrier. But insurance, that was supposed to be different. That was supposed to be the moment where someone who actually understood risk sat across from you and asked the hard questions, Are you serious about this, or are you just playing trucker? That moment doesn't exist anymore. Welcome
Why Robotaxis Keep Failing While AV Trucks Take the Slow Road to Safety Let's paint the picture. It's a typical school morning in Austin, Texas. A yellow school bus pulls to the curb, red lights flashing, stop arm extended, crossing control arm deployed. A child steps off the bus and begins crossing the street. A Waymo robotaxi approaches, initially slows, and then, inexplicably, proceeds through the stop zone. The child is still on the road. This wasn't a one-time g
Trucking market holds up in January The typical January doldrums-a hangover from the frenetic November and December, when retailers rapidly replenish their inventories to maximize holiday sales-have stayed away from spoiling the U.S. trucking market so far. (Chart: SONAR. For more information about SONAR, click here ) Tender rejections, as measured by STRI.USA, remain at 9.97%, meaning that nearly one out of every ten truckload shi
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