Louisville Riverport Authority launches Master Plan The Louisville (Ky.) Riverport Authority (LRA) announced recently that it launched a comprehensive Master Planning process to guide the future of the Louisville Riverport, one of Louisville's' largest industrial and logistics hubs.
Everllence runs research engine on 100% hydrogen Taking a further step towards the development of CO2-neutral propulsion systems, Everllence has successfully upgraded a research-engine test bench at its Augsburg, Germany, site to enable hydrogen combustion. The single-cylinder 35/44DF H2
ABS opens new Cruise Center of Excellence ABS has opened its dedicated global hub for the cruise sector, the ABS Cruise Center of Excellence. Located in Fort Lauderdale, Fla., the center expands ABS' local presence and provides cruise operators
Ports of Indiana names Josh Webb director of government affairs Josh Webb has been appointed director of government affairs at Ports of Indiana, leading legislative strategy and advocacy efforts at the state and federal levels. Webb has more than a decade of
BOEM moves ahead on potential California offshore oil and gas lease sales The Bureau of Ocean Energy Management today announced its intent to prepare a programmatic environmental impact statement for proposed oil and gas lease sales in the Northern, Central and Southern California Planning
StormGeo launches Premium Fleet Performance Center Service StormGeo has launched a new Premium Fleet Performance Center Service, strengthening its Voyage Intelligence offering. The company announced the service at the IME(I) Annual Event in India, underlining its focus on the Asia-Pacific market. The new service adds an expert-led advisory layer to StormGeo's existing s-Insight platform. It helps shipowners and managers turn vessel data into actionable m
Global bunker market rises in Week 09 At the close of Week 09, global bunker indices under the MABUX assessment continued their upward trajectory. The 380 HSFO index rose by US$ 17.98, increasing from US$ 434.70/MT last week to US$ 452.68/MT, surpassing the US$ 450.00 threshold. The VLSFO index gained US$ 25.77, climbing to US$ 548.39/MT compared to US$ 522.62/MT a week earlier. The MGO LS index posted the most significant increase,
Maersk introduces Heavy Load Surcharge for Far East to Latin America trades Maersk is implementing a new Heavy Load Surcharge (HWS) for 20' dry equipment originating from Far East Asia and destined for West Coast South America, Central America, and the Caribbean. The surcharge applies to all containers where the Verified Gross Mass (VGM) -the combined weight of the cargo, dunnage, bracing, and the container itself-exceeds 20 metric tons . Surcharge Details and Implementa
"K" LINE creates new holding company to centralize ship management Kawasaki Kisen Kaisha, Ltd. ( "K" LINE ) has announced the formation of a new intermediate holding company, "K" Line Ship Management Holdings, Ltd. (KLSM-H) , designed to unify and strengthen the Group's internal ship management operations. The new entity is scheduled to officially commence operations on April 1, 2026 . The move marks a strategic shift toward a more integrated governance model, a
DP World strengthens India-Middle East corridor DP World's marine services division, Shipping Solutions, has acquired a 5,000-plus TEU container vessel designated DP World Chennai and deployed it on its Red Sea-Gulf-India service. The vessel's inaugural call at Jebel Ali brings Shipping Solutions' total owned capacity to over six million TEU, reinforcing scheduled connectivity between India and the Middle East. Ganesh Raj, Global COO of Marine
Yang Ming deploys LNG dual-fuel fleet with successful Singapore bunkering Yang Ming Marine Transport Corporation has reached a major milestone in its decarbonization journey with the successful delivery and inaugural bunkering of its new 15,500 TEU class LNG dual-fuel container vessels. The lead ship, YM Willpower , officially entered service on February 8, 2026, and is now deployed on the Far East-Mediterranean (MD2) route. Milestone Bunkering in Singapore On February
Karl Gernandt elected Chairman of Hapag-Lloyd AG Supervisory Board Hapag-Lloyd AG has announced an immediate shift in its leadership structure. Karl Gernandt has been elected as the new Chairman of the Supervisory Board, succeeding Michael Behrendt, who is stepping down from the role due to health reasons but will remain an ordinary member of the board. The Supervisory Board noted that this decision is a practical measure and emphasized their hope for Behrendt's
Explainer: How shipping's orderbook is built on contradictions The global container shipping industry is committing record capital to newbuilds at the precise moment the geopolitical foundations of that investment are being dismantled. This is not a paradox. It is the defining structural tension of 2025
X-Press Feeders enhances Yangon Shuttle (YSS) with new port calls X-Press Feeders has announced an update to its Yangon Shuttle (YSS) service, aimed at providing broader regional coverage. The service now includes two additional port calls, strengthening the connection between major Southeast Asian hubs and Myanmar. The enhanced YSS service continues to operate on a fortnightly schedule , offering a reliable sailing every 14 days. Updated YSS port rotation The
CMA CGM reorganizes Indian Subcontinent, Middle East, and East Africa network CMA CGM has announced a significant restructuring of its service network connecting the Indian Subcontinent and the Middle East with East Africa. Effective March 2026 , these changes are designed to optimize coverage for Somalia, Kenya, Tanzania, and Mozambique while improving overall reliability and transit times. KARIBU service: Strengthened Indian Ocean coverage The KARIBU service is being enh
Synergy Marine Group takes management of "MAERSK FINISTERRE" Synergy Marine Group has expanded its portfolio of sustainable maritime assets with the addition of the MAERSK FINISTERRE to its technical management fleet. This 5,915 TEU container vessel is a significant addition to the industry's transition toward alternative fuels, as it is equipped with a state-of-the-art methanol dual-fuel propulsion system. The vessel is owned by NKS Canopus (part of the N
Kongsberg Maritime, PT PAL sign MoU on Indonesia decarbonisation Kongsberg Maritime has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with PT PAL Indonesia to advance energy efficiency and decarbonisation in Indonesia's maritime sector. The signing took place at PT PAL's headquarters in Surabaya. Representatives from both companies attended, along with Norwegian Ambassador to Indonesia Rut Krüger Giverin. The agreement sets a framework for cooperation on energy-effici
Port of Tilbury receives approval for Tilbury3 (T3) expansion The Port of Tilbury has announced that Thurrock Council has granted outline planning consent for Tilbury3 (T3) . This expansion involves 143 acres of land dedicated to port operations and ecological mitigation, positioning Tilbury as a high-capacity, multi-modal hub for the UK. Development Scope and Capabilities The Tilbury3 site is designed to be a flexible, rail-connected facility. The approved
Port Houston achieves record January container volumes Port Houston has started 2026 with a historic performance, handling 370,034 TEUs in January. This represents a 4% increase over January 2025 and marks the highest container volume ever recorded for the month of January at the port. Containerized Cargo and Resin Growth The record-breaking month was supported by a balanced 5% increase in both loaded imports and loaded exports. A primary driver of
WinGD completes world-first ammonia two-stroke engine tests WinGD has completed the world's first Type Approval Testing (TAT) and Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) for an ammonia-fuelled two-stroke marine engine. The milestone marks a major step towards zero-carbon shipping. The company finalised the tests in January 2026. It tested the X52DF-A-1.0 engine at the Engine & Machinery Division of HD Hyundai Heavy Industries in South Korea. Lloyd's Register wit
Savino Del Bene acquires Netherlands-based Sealogic and Misan Savino Del Bene has acquired two Netherlands-based logistics operators, Sealogic and Misan , further expanding its European network and strengthening its local presence. The acquisition enhances Savino Del Bene's portfolio of locally owned freight forwarding and logistics companies, providing greater coverage and operational capabilities in the Netherlands. The new arrangement establishes a dedic
Hartman Seatrade adds two Liebherr LS 250 ship cranes Hartman Seatrade is outfitting its latest vessels with two LS 250 heavy-lift ship cranes supplied by Liebherr . Each crane can lift 250 tonnes, with a maximum outreach of 36 metres. Configured for tandem operations, the cranes can handle combined lifts of up to 500 tonnes, supporting complex cargo and offshore logistics. The LS 250 cranes feature a low deadweight of 150 tonnes, optimised design,
Michel Bechtel appointed as new Port Commissioner for Port Houston Michel Bechtel, the former mayor of Morgan's Point, has been appointed to the Port Commission of the Port of Houston Authority. He was selected by the Harris County Mayors' and Councils' Association to succeed Stephen H. DonCarlos, who recently completed a 12-year term. Experience in Coastal Protection and Energy Bechtel is recognized for his expertise in the energy sector and coastal infrastruct
Indian Register of Shipping earns USCG Similarly Qualified Organization status Indian Register of Shipping (IRS) has secured designation by the U.S. Coast Guard as a Similarly Qualified Organization under Title 46, Code of Federal Regulations � 28.76. This places IRS among only three classification societies authorised to provide safety and compliance services to the U.S. commercial fishing sector. The designation follows over four years of technical evaluation. The U.S. Co
Ernst Russ bolsters MPP fleet Frankfurt-listed Ernst Russ is expanding its presence in the multipurpose segment with the acquisition of two modern heavylift vessels fixed on long-term charters. The Hamburg-based owner has bought the 12,500 dwt MPPs Ronnie and Charlie, both of which will be chartered to dship Carriers for seven years. The ships are scheduled for delivery in the ...
Reach Subsea lands Equinor pipeline survey deal Norwegian offshore services player Reach Subsea has secured a contract from Equinor, acting on behalf of gas infrastructure operator Gassco, to carry out external inspections on about 3,500 km of subsea pipelines. The work covers a large part of Gassco's pipeline network in Norwegian waters and along export routes to Denmark, Germany and the UK. ...
Hafnia lines up sales of 10 ageing tankers Product tanker giant Hafnia has confirmed the sale of a batch of older vessels as part of its ongoing fleet renewal drive, validating recent market talk about multiple disposals. The BW Group-backed owner has agreed to sell 10 tankers to external buyers, with the ships currently pending delivery. The package includes four LR1 tankers - ...
Boskalis scores cabling work on German offshore wind farm Dutch dredging contractor and marine services provider Boskalis, in consortium with TKF Subsea Solutions, has signed a contract for the supply and installation of approximately 140 km of 66 kV inter-array cables for the Gennaker offshore wind farm in the German Baltic Sea. As part of the scope, Boskalis and TKF will deliver the complete ...
CMB.TECH seals five-year capesize charters Belgian shipowner CMB.TECH has secured a series of long-term bulker charters that have helped lift its contract backlog to more than $3bn. The Antwerp-based group controlled by the Saverys family has fixed five capesize bulkers on five-year charters, with the contracts due to begin in the coming months. The vessels include the 2014-built Mineral Ajisai ...
Nova Scotia unveils financial framework for offshore wind industry The government of Nova Scotia has introduced legislation to ensure that the Canadian province reaps financial benefits from the country's first offshore wind projects. Under the so-called Offshore Renewable Energy Act, project developers will be required to pay an annual levy of CAD 7,000 ($5,120) per MW produced for each of the first 10 years ...
Fire Horse freight frenzy: VLCC markets smash records in supertanker anniversary year In Chinese culture, 60 years signifies the beginning of a new life, symbolising the rebirth of a person or institution. It also represents five full cycles of the twelve Chinese zodiac signs. The year 2026 - the Year of the Fire Horse - marks the 60th anniversary since the launch of the Idemitsu Maru, the ...
K Line brings shipmanagement units under one roof Japanese shipping major Kawasaki Kisen Kaisha (K Line) is bringing its shipmanagement activities under a single structure through the creation of a new intermediate holding company. K Line Ship Management Holdings will begin operations on April 1, taking oversight of the group's shipmanagement companies as the owner moves to strengthen in-house technical management. The Tokyo-based ...
d'Amico boosts charter cover with fresh tanker deals Italian product tanker owner d'Amico International Shipping (DIS) has increased its forward charter coverage after fixing several vessels at what it described as very profitable rates. The Milan-listed company said its operating arm, d'Amico Tankers, has signed a series of new contracts and extensions since the start of the year. One MR1 tanker had its ...
Chinese shipbuilder pens AHTS construction deal China's Chizhou Tianyu Shipbuilding and Hong Kong Word Engineering Company have signed a contract for the construction of a 64.8-meter anchor handling tug supply (AHTS) vessel. The deal marks Guichi Shipbuilding Industrial Base's first foreign trade order in 2026. The project builds on prior cooperation. Namely, in September 2025, the companies signed for two 12,000 dwt ...
US sanctions 12 more Iranian-linked vessels With tensions high in the Middle East as US military forces threaten Iran, Washington's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) has once again pressed the sanctions button, going after Tehran's shadow fleet. "Iran exploits financial systems to sell illicit oil, launder the proceeds, procure components for its nuclear and conventional weapons programs, and support its ...
Vale and Everllence to work on ethanol-powered engines Two powerhouses in global shipping are joining forces to develop ethanol-powered engines. Brazilian mining giant Vale and Everllence, the world's top ship engine manufacturer, have signed a cooperation agreement regarding the development of ethanol as a marine fuel. Under the terms of the agreement, the companies will develop an advanced ethanol-powered engine - based on ...
When safe manning isn't safe Captain Pradeep Chalwa, CEO and Founder of MarinePALS, writes on a key issue being discussed right now at the International Maritime Organization. Over the years, the industry's safety record has improved significantly. We have made major advances in technology and equipment, from GMDSS, ECDIS, ENC to satellite communications, AIS, EPIRBs We have introduced new regulations ...
Geneva Dry adds heavyweight panelists and new Hard Talk workshop With the two-month countdown due this week, the third edition of Geneva Dry, the world's premier commodities shipping conference, is selling tickets at a brisk pace as the dry bulk industry takes note of this year's stellar line-up on stage. New confirmed speakers include Angad Banga, the newly minted CEO at Hong Kong's Caravel Group, ...
One in three Baltic tanker transits are covered by Russian insurance Roughly a third of all oil tankers crossing the Baltic now present insurance certificates from sanctioned Russian or Russian-linked insurers...
DNV plots a rocky road to onboard carbon capture DNV has mapped scenarios for container lines to use onboard carbon capture to tackle their emissions between 2030 and 2050...
China's grip on global container trade deepens as export routes diversify As carriers reroute around geopolitical flashpoints and manufacturers shift assembly to lower-cost markets, China-linked cargo is flowing through a wider...
Capital Clean Energy bond makes trading debut in Athens €250m bond issue oversubscribed amid optimism over enhancing Greek bourse's role for shipping capital raises
West confident on beating last year's underwriting performance Marine mutual happy to take things slow with hull and war books
Star Bulk sees 'favourable backdrop' for dry bulk market US-listed giant launches new $100m share buyback programme
Hafnia chief expects solid earnings in 2026 despite rising fleet supply Danish product tanker operator confirmed the completion of its 13.97% share purchase in rival Torm, as part of a strategy...
Torm adds eight tankers in fleet renewal drive as fourth-quarter earnings rebound The latest additions follow Torm's November purchase of the LR2 tanker SKS Driva from Norway's Jebsen Group
Euroseas looks to boxship newbuilds for expansion Greece-based owner says disparity is widening between orderbook picture for larger containerships and for its own feeder and intermediate market...
China on track to become Asia's top LNG bunkering hub Asia accounted for a quarter of global LNG bunkering in 2025, with China poised to dominate in the long term
The Daily View: Uncertainty on tariffs and geopolitics is rising
Yangzijiang cuts 2026 order target by a quarter despite $22bn backlog Despite record profits and a swelling orderbook, Yangzijiang is prioritising discipline and slot management over volume, cutting its 2026 order...
Daily Briefing Shadow tanker plausibly reverts to compliant trade after Venezuela loading | Are $200K-per-day VLCC rates just the beginning for this...
Zim deal offers Hapag-Lloyd entry into niche car carrier market Hapag could leverage Zim-owned Gold Star Line's ready-made ro/ro fleet to expand its offering in the breakbulk market, but overcapacity provides potential headwinds.
Rotterdam congestion limits benefit of second-half surge in imports Europe's largest port handled 14.2 million TEUs during what was described by its CEO as "a challenging year" set against a backdrop of escalating geopolitical tensions.
After Hapag-Zim deal, Premier Alliance may be next in the spotlight Premier Alliance carriers may not have the most chips in the game, but in a world where all the alliances are competing to provide the best product, they can inject some very useful capacity to enhance particular trade lanes, writes Jeremy Masters.
Bonus day for Torm as shipowner doles out $10.9m in restricted shares to key executives Tanker owner and operator gives out more than 255,000 restricted shares to Jacob Meldgaard as CEO's total pay rises to $2.75m.
Excelerate Energy anticipates undertaking multiple conversions to FSRUs and FSUs CEO says focus of LNG industry is switching from liquefaction to regasification
DP World resumes sending ships through Red Sea amid Houthi calm Dubai-based shipowner will launch the DP World Chennai on the Red Sea to Gulf of India route
Hafnia chief Skov: Consolidation with Torm a compelling long-term value creation opportunity Mikael Skov says the combination with its Danish rival is a compelling chance to create value
International Seaways trumpets S&P activity as bottom line jumps New York owner says 17 vessels have been sold since start of 2025
'We will never say no to a very high price': Saverys eyes extra asset sales CMB.Tech will sell older vessels and would like to keep the modern ones
Union Maritime books first newcastlemax bulker order at revived shipyard The UK company has stacked orderbook with two more newbuildings
Sinokor-style strike to dominate product tankers can't be ruled out, Torm chief says Torm boss cites a larger and more fragmented clean fleet as a barrier to major consolidation
Cheniere Energy exports record LNG volumes in 2025 US producer has over 100 mtpa of production capacity in operation, under construction or in permitting
Norden appoints new lead for US tanker operations Meagan Fahey Summers will head operations based in Annapolis
Rolling Stones-inspired multipurpose pair snapped up by Ernst Russ Duo are being bought with long-term charters to projects specialist dShip Carriers
Enjoy blockbuster rates now, says Bimco, as scrapping needs to skyrocket to support tankers A spate of ordering and a lack of recycling is a looming threat as tanker owners are showered in cash
Polemis VLCC bags $269,000 per day as Middle East producers speed up crude exports Tensions in the region mean cargo numbers are increasing in the super-charged tanker market
'The direction is up': Nordic American Tankers bottom line rises Forward fixing sees spot rates rising with $50,000 per day-plus snagged on one-year deal
Norden appoints new US tanker pool boss Meagan Fahey Summers will lead operations in the Americas
Eastern Pacific adds VLCC pair to $15bn newbuilding orderbook Newbuildings at Hengli Heavy Industry are due for delivery in 2028
Ocean Yield hires banks for new bond as it beefs up financial position Sale-and-leaseback firm renegotiates improved terms for three vessels
K Line forms new ship management firm to unify operations Two group units to transfer shares to start-up K Line Ship Management
Greek bulker player bucks trend with float on Athens bourse A family that made its fortune in aluminium uses Athens-listed yachting firm as a vehicle to grow its bulker footprint
We don't want to be 'roadkill' in Sinokor's showdown with oil majors, investor says Tanker owners warn of charterer dominance despite Sinokor Maritime's expanding fleet
MPC Container Ships director Peter Fredriksen sells stake Former Maersk and Hamburg Sud executive banks $472,000 from holding in German owner
Traders line up to fix Bohai Ocean newcastlemax newbuildings State-owned Chinese shipowner has a massive orderbook of bulkers and other vessels for delivery in the years ahead
US sanctions a dozen Iran-linked ships as last-chance peace talks loom Treasury says vessels have transported Iranian oil and products since 2020
Juggernaut market drives up profit at VLCC pure-play Hunter Group Oil surplus is enough to drive rates higher, VLCC charterer argues
Torm adds eight tankers to fleet in deals with Scorpio and Stena Bulk Danish product tanker owner says fourth quarter was very active in sale-and-purchase terms
Awilco LNG carrier pair trading spot as company bleeds red ink Shipowner continues to progress its moves to set up a commodity trading business
Hafnia biding its time on Torm takeover as it sells 10 tankers Mikael Skov says the combination with its Danish rival is a compelling chance to create value
Zodiac Maritime VLCC lands highest ever rate for spot fixture from Brazil London-based owner fixes 13-year-old ship for long voyage at eye-popping $237,000 per day
Hengli Heavy Industry adds $600m in bulker and tanker orders The orders were for two capesize bulk carriers and three VLCCs
Traders line up to fix Bohai newcastlemax newbuildings State-owned Chinese shipowner has a massive orderbook of bulkers and other vessels for delivery in the years ahead
Zodiac Maritime VLCC lands biggest ever rate for spot fixture from Brazil London-based owner fixes 13-year-old ship for long voyage at eye-popping $237,000 per day
CMB.Tech fixes out five capesizes on five-year deals Giant Belgian owner has yet to book gains from selling eight VLCCs at 'stellar' prices
Norwegian Shipowners call for more energy efficiency measures as ship emissions grow Emissions from membership fleet increased in 2025
Asian casino cruise revival sees launch of new venture using Moby Lines castoff Former Moby Otta is the second ferry sold into the Asian niche cruise sector by the Italian ferry company
Thoresen locks in one-year charter for bulker newbuilding Century-old owner deepens ties with Asiatic Lloyd
Seatrium flags LNG carrier repair weakness as profit doubles Singapore yard rides on FSRU and wind strength despite softer vessel volumes
Asia's ship finance sector has a healthy appetite for deals, says Precious Shipping CFO Gautam Khurana advises borrowers to focus on building relationships with lenders
Trump's independent contractor rule revived, minimal difference from earlier version The latest independent contractor (IC) rule proposed Thursday by the Wage & Hour division of the Department of Labor is being viewed as mostly a carbon copy of the first Trump administration's regulation. The strange twist of that first Trump regulation is that it was formally implemented in the last days of the first Trump administration, was kept alive by a court order after the Biden administr
UPS facility overtakes FedEx as world's largest express air cargo hub United Parcel Service's Worldport hub at Louisville International Airport has overtaken FedEx's home base in Memphis, Tennessee, as the largest global express air hub, according to a report from researchers at DePaul University published on Thursday. The findings show that Louisville is now larger than Memphis across several metrics. FedEx's ( NYSE: FDX ) hub still serves more airports nonstop th
Walmart agrees to $100M settlement over payments to gig delivery drivers Walmart has agreed to a $100 million judgment to settle allegations from the Federal Trade Commission and 11 states that the company caused on-demand delivery drivers to lose tens of millions of dollars' worth of earnings by deceiving them about the base pay, incentive pay and tips they could earn. Under a proposed order from a judge in U.S. District Court for Northern California, Walmart ( NASDA
Project44 launches AI agent to automate freight procurement Chicago-based supply chain intelligence platform Project44 has launched its AI Freight Procurement Agent, a new tool designed to automate carrier selection, rate benchmarking, and negotiations across multiple transportation modes. The agent is available within Project44's Intelligent Transportation Management System (TMS) and aims to reduce manual sourcing work for procurement and transportation
RXO launches Middle Mile Solutions Freight broker RXO has launched Middle Mile Solutions, a new service designed to connect the first, middle and last miles of the supply chain. The offering provides shippers with a single-source, "dock-to-door" solution, bridging the gap between factories and final destinations. "Supply chains are often fragmented, leaving shippers to manage tedious manual processes and disconnected providers," s
This Canadian port saw containers increase 175% in four years Canada's Port Saint John saw infrastructure investment pay off handsomely in 2025. The eastern hub in New Brunswick province said container volumes increased by 29.4% between 2024 and 2025, from 184,879 twenty foot equivalent units (TEUs) to 239,364 TEUs. Saint John's box gains outpaced the Port of Prince Rupert, 14%, Port of Montreal, 3.6%, and Vancouver, 6% (H1). The port credited completion of
Cass, Caspian partner to tackle tariff costs Cass Information Systems announced a partnership with Caspian, an AI-enabled facilitator of tariff cost management, to help U.S. importers improve trade compliance and better identify customs refunds. A rapidly changing tariff landscape and challenging customs processes create significant compliance and financial risks for shippers. Importers often miss available refunds and the recovery process
Nixon steps down at ONE In a move that could signal further change in container shipping, Ocean Network Express announced founding Chief Executive Jeremy Nixon is stepping down in a planned leadership transition. Till Ole Barrelet, CEO of Emirates Shipping Line, will join Singapore-based ONE on May 1 as Chief Executive Officer-Designate. He will succeed Nixon as CEO on July 1, at which time Nixon will assume the role of
Port Houston posts record January as exports surge; Corpus crude slips Port Houston posts record January container volume as exports, resins fuel growth Port Houston opened 2026 with its busiest January on record for containers, driven by growth in petrochemical exports, resin packaging capacity and refrigerated cargo moving through the Houston Ship Channel. The port handled 370,034 twenty-foot equivalent units (TEUs) in January, a 4% increase from the same month la
Samsara releases latest-generation asset tag and new Asset Tag XS Samsara ( NYSE: IOT ) announced Thursday the release of its latest-generation asset tag and a new smaller model, the Asset Tag XS. The Bluetooth tracking devices are designed to help fleet equipment managers locate and recover high-value assets of various sizes. Samsara said the tags are powered by an expanded version of its Samsara Network and include new theft and loss workflows. If assets are
From sharpies to vinyl: the professionalization of truck identity in cargo theft For years, the industry has joked about fraudulent trucks showing up with handwritten signs taped to the doors. A company name written in marker on a piece of paper became the stereotype of cargo theft. If you were paying attention, you could usually spot it. That environment is changing. Criminal groups operating in freight are getting more organized, and the physical appearance of legitimacy is
The Dalilah Law could create a trucking rate super cycle The Dalilah Law, the Senate bill introduced by Sen. Jim Banks (R-Ind.) following President Trump's call during the State of the Union, would trigger a sharp, immediate contraction in trucking capacity if enacted, potentially igniting a trucking super cycle with overnight rate surges amid severely tight supply. Much higher trucking rates could become permanent, giving carriers the best operating c
Ace Doran acquires Indiana heavy-haul carrier Flatbed truckload carrier Ace Doran announced Wednesday that it has acquired NHH Services' Equipment. Tipton, Indiana-based NHH , has a fleet of 50 trucks providing specialized transportation throughout the U.S. and Canada. The carrier's agents and owner operators specialize in flatbed, heavy-haul and over-dimensional freight. Financial terms of the transaction were not disclosed. The deal provid
The Suez Canal Authority has announced that it will introduce surcharges on transit tariffs through the Egyptian canal for most major cargo vessels, effective July 15.
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