MOL and TotalEnergies sign time charter contracts for 2 newbuilding LPG-fueled LPG carriers
| May 16, 2024 | Energy | Maritime | Bulk
Priority infrastructure projects 2025 list for St. Louis region tops $8B in investments
| May 16, 2024 | Intermodal | Rail | Trucking
The 2025 Priority Projects List for the St. Louis bi-state region includes 27 projects that represent a total investment of more than $8 billion, according to the St. Louis Regional Freightway.
Trimble and WTE Ltd introduce the MPS566 Pilot System: A precise navigation system for restricted waterways
| May 16, 2024 | Maritime | Technology
WTE Ltd, a provider of AIS systems, and Trimble, a leading provider of advanced positioning solutions, unveiled the Trimble MPS566 Pilot System earlier in 2024.
Biden-Harris Administration announces $71 million investment to advance American solar manufacturing and development
| May 16, 2024 | Energy | Alternative
As part of President Biden’s Investing in America agenda, the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) today announced a $71 million investment, including $16 million from the President’s Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, in research, development, and demonstration projects to grow the network of domestic manufacturers across the U.S. solar energy supply chain.
American Airlines expands winter schedule with eight new routes to Latin America and the Caribbean
| May 16, 2024 | Air Cargo | Airlines
• American will fly to more destinations in the Dominican Republic than any other airline with the launch of new service to La Romana (LRM) in December. • Seven more new routes connecting Charlotte (CLT), New York (JFK) and Philadelphia (PHL) to Latin America and the Caribbean will offer customers expanded access to vibrant destinations. • This winter, American will operate more than 2,350 peak weekly flights to more than 95 destinations in Latin America and the Caribbean, more than any other U.S. airline.
Ryan Transportation joins top 3PLs adopting Qued’s AI-driven automated load appointment scheduling platform
| May 16, 2024 | Logistics | Shipping Technology
Phillips introduces REAR-VU™: The industry’s first universal backup camera system
| May 16, 2024 | Trucking
Phillips Industries announces the launch of the REAR-VU™ Backup Camera, a cutting-edge safety and visibility tool designed for the commercial trucking sector.
Alberta wildfires may put more than 2 million bpd of oil sands output at risk
| May 16, 2024 | Energy
Wildfire conditions in northeastern Alberta – the focus of the province’s oil sands industry – have worsened.
For increased usability and efficiency: myDHLi meets GenAI
| May 16, 2024 | Logistics | Shipping Technology
• GenAI powered virtual assistant enhances efficiency and usability of myDHLi customer portal • Over 20,000 customers already leveraging myDHLi to optimize their supply chains and transports • New features and upgrades presented at 4th myDHLi Digital Summit incl enhanced shipment list for improved usability and “exceptions” filter for proactive management of unexpected events
NetLogistik client Arcadia Cold wins ICONic Award
| May 16, 2024 | Shipping Technology
Red Sea disruption is splitting global LNG trade in regions
| May 16, 2024 | Energy | Maritime | Bulk
It’s been four months since a liquefied natural gas tanker has passed through the narrow strait at the southern end of the Red Sea separating the Arabian Peninsula and Africa, testament to how violent attacks there have upended global energy trade.
Natural gas-fired electricity generation in Texas set winter record in January 2024
| May 16, 2024 | Energy
The electric power grid managed by the Electric Reliability Council of Texas (ERCOT) recorded an all-time high for winter natural gas-fired electricity generation for an hour in January, according to our Hourly Electric Grid Monitor, when a three-day cold snap increased electricity demand.
General Insulation Company achieves 18% LTL savings with Loadsmart
| May 16, 2024 | Shipping Technology | Trucking
Global supply chain disruptions present challenges and opportunities for the St. Louis Region
| May 16, 2024 | Logistics
Ongoing conflicts in the Red Sea, low water levels in the Panama Canal and a host of other geopolitical incidents have resulted in unprecedented challenges for the global supply chain, according to Panos Kouvelis. Kouvelis addressed these issues and how they create opportunity for the St. Louis region during a virtual panel session as part of FreightWeekSTL 2024.
Solar makers care about profits over US need, renewable CEO says
| May 16, 2024 | Energy | Alternative | International Trade
Invenergy CEO says US solar manufacturers seek tariffs on imported cells to protect their profits.
Guerra named BND Commission Chairman
| May 16, 2024 | Ports & Terminals | People | Appointments
Brownsville Navigation District (BND) Commissioner Esteban Guerra, was unanimously reappointed chairman of the BND Board of Commissioners during the board’s regular meeting held Wednesday, May 15, 2024.
Wind power for renewable hydrogen: Hy2gen USA and Ocean Connect Energy sign MoU
| May 16, 2024 | Energy | Alternative
UNCTAD chief to visit Panama Canal ahead of first Global Supply Chain Forum
| May 16, 2024 | Ports & Terminals | Canal and Waterway
• Secretary-General Rebeca Grynspan will spotlight the negative impact of climate change on this global trade route. • Urgent action is needed to combat the growing threats to global trade and supply chains.
Chapman Freeborn grows its European management team in Poland, Finland and Italy
| May 16, 2024 | Air Cargo | Charters
United Cargo adds capacity to WebCargo by Freightos’ booking platform, extending cargo sales portal capabilities
| May 16, 2024 | Air Cargo | Technology
)--Freightos, the vendor-neutral booking and payment platform for the international freight industry, is pleased to expand the collaboration between WebCargo by Freightos and United Cargo.
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