New eight-person US group helps fight China economic ‘coercion’
| April 29, 2024 | International Trade
When South Korea decided to host a US anti-ballistic missile system, the lucrative flow of tourists from neighboring China suddenly dried up. When Australia accused Beijing of meddling in its domestic politics and demanded answers over the origins of Covid-19, China stopped buying exports like coal, wine and beef.
Red Sea diversions spew carbon emissions equal to 9 million cars
| April 29, 2024 | Green Shipping | Maritime
Ships seeking to avoid ongoing attacks by Houthi rebels in the Red Sea area are emitting millions of additional tons of carbon, making it tougher for companies using ocean freight to reduce pollution across their supply chains.
Hapag-Lloyd launches first dry container tracking product “Live Position”
| April 29, 2024 | Maritime | Technology
By being the first container shipping line to introduce a fleet-wide dry container tracking product, Hapag-Lloyd is demonstrating its commitment to deploying pioneering IoT (Internet of Things) technology in logistics on a large scale. More than two thirds of the dry container fleets have already been equipped with tracking devices...
Mi-Jack Products partners with Terberg Taylor Americas for PDS-ready yard and terminal tractors
| April 29, 2024 | Ports & Terminals | Equipment and Tech
Mi-Jack Products, the industry leader for container terminal and material handling equipment and technology, has announced the addition of the newest line of PDS-ready yard and terminal tractors in collaboration with Terberg Taylor Americas, designed to keep up with the toughest industry demands.
Brin-backed carbon removal startup nears firing up its new plant
| April 29, 2024 | Energy | Alternative | Green Shipping
280 Earth CEO John Pimentel will appear at Bloomberg Green Festival in July. In his first comments since taking over, he explains why he’s aiming for a moonshot.
2024 FIATA HQ meeting: Uniting for resilience
| April 29, 2024 | Logistics
FIATA the International Federation of Freight Forwarders Associations closed its 2024 FIATA HQ Meeting yesterday, after 4 intensive days of interactive discussions and workshops.
Oversized drums handled by Cosmatos in Greece
| April 29, 2024 | Project / Heavy Lift | Maritime Project
Cosmatos Shipping Services, a member of the Worldwide Project Consortium (WWPC) for Greece, handled the transport arrangements for 7 drums, picked up from FCA manufacturer EKME and loaded onto MV FEHN CALYPSO via Thessaloniki port.
AGI Global Logistics announce new strategic partnership in Sweden
| April 29, 2024 | Trucking
Since launching freight and logistics services into the Scandinavian market 6 years ago, the team at AGI Immingham has been using their fleet of mega’s and Eurolines to offer customers the best service, handling FTL and Groupage loads across Scandinavia, with the team moving anything from steel products to soft toys.
Norvic Shipping takes positive steps towards future growth with executive leadership transition
| April 29, 2024 | Maritime | Bulk | People | Appointments
In a strategic move to further enhance its position in the global shipping industry, Norvic announces the departure of Michael Fenger from his role as Chief Commercial Officer effective April 26th, 2024.
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Skanska awarded contract to develop offshore wind port at South Brooklyn Marine Terminal
SWISS head of cargo Stoll to leave the company
| April 29, 2024 | Air Cargo | Freighters
Lorenzo Stoll, Head of Cargo at Swiss International Air Lines, is to leave the company after 11 years. Stoll presently heads SWISS’s Swiss WorldCargo division, with overall charge of all the company’s airfreight activities.
CMA CGM contingency charge - from North Europe, the Mediterranean & North Africa to Australia on NEMO service
| April 29, 2024 | Maritime | Liner Shipping
Deal time: Global upstream opportunities valued at $150 billion expected to fuel M&A activity in 2024 /Rystad Energy
| April 29, 2024 | Energy
After the biggest first quarter for global upstream dealmaking in five years, the industry could see another $150 billion of merger and acquisition (M&A) deals in the remainder of 2024.
Port of Oakland air quality initiatives supported by $4 million federal grant
| April 29, 2024 | Green Shipping | Ports & Terminals
U.S. energy-related CO2 emissions decreased by 3% in 2023
| April 29, 2024 | Energy
Based on analysis in our most recent U.S. Energy-Related Carbon Dioxide Emissions report, U.S. energy-related CO2 emissions decreased by 3%, about 134 million metric tons (MMmt), in 2023.
Key insurer says Russia oil price cap increasingly unenforceable
| April 29, 2024 | Energy
Conveyco Technologies welcomes Keiger as its new VP of Sales
| April 29, 2024 | Shipping Technology | People | Appointments
Conveyco Technologies, a leading provider of advanced material handling solutions, has announced the appointment of Brian Keiger as Vice President of Sales. In this role, Keiger will lead Conveyco's sales organization and drive revenue growth through strategic sales initiatives.
Qatar Airways renews partnership with UNHCR to support communities in need
| April 29, 2024 | Air Cargo | Airlines
The national airline of the State of Qatar, and UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency extend their partnership for another two years from 2024 through 2025
Tepid exports recovery add to Vietnam, Thailand’s currency woes
| April 29, 2024 | International Trade
American Air dropping some global flights on Boeing 787 delays
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