Transportation News, Logistics, Ports and Trade

Global truck driver shortage to double by 2028, says new IRU report

AJOT Newsroom | November 20, 2023 | Trucking

• Over 3 million truck driver positions are currently unfilled in 36 countries studied • Driver shortages are forecast to double in 5 years • Only 12% of drivers are below 25, just 6% are women

Comunale continues deal momentum, expands with Columbus, Ohio industrial buy

Comunale Properties | November 20, 2023 | Logistics

Value-add property was leased prior to closing, underscoring stability in a leading Midwest growth market

Colombia weighs importing natural gas and crude from Venezuela

Bloomberg | November 20, 2023 | Energy

Taiwan export orders fall at slower pace on China demand rebound

Bloomberg | November 20, 2023 | International Trade

Ukraine ready to evacuate drivers stuck at Polish border

Bloomberg | November 19, 2023 | Trucking

Vessel seized in Red Sea chartered by Japanese shipping line

Bloomberg | November 19, 2023 | Maritime | Breakbulk News

Heathrow hit with delays due to staff absences, strong winds

Bloomberg | November 19, 2023 | Air Cargo | Airports

Russia lifts gasoline-export ban with ample domestic supplies

Bloomberg | November 18, 2023 | Energy

Asian LNG buyers pay a Panama chokepoint premium for 2024

Bloomberg | November 18, 2023 | Energy | Ports & Terminals | Canal and Waterway

United and Delta announce direct flights to new Tulum Airport

Bloomberg | November 18, 2023 | Air Cargo | Airports

SSA Marine and Waterson Terminal Services announce partnership

AJOT Newsroom | November 17, 2023 | Maritime

AIT Worldwide Logistics plans to increase global footprint with Lubbers Logistics Group acquisition

AJOT Newsroom | November 17, 2023 | Logistics

The $19 million investment increases capacity and speeds delivery service to New Jersey metropolitan areas

AJOT Newsroom | November 17, 2023 | Logistics

The expansion of DHL's operations in Moonachie comes as a response to the growing demand for B2C and B2B e-commerce shipments, both locally and across the United States...

Ports & Terminals

Stas Margaronis | November 17, 2023

Oakland Mayor Thao Champions Increased U.S. trade with Vietnam

The agreement will further cooperation between the port city of Oakland and the port city of Hai Phong, Vietnam....

Los Angeles Harbor Commission Vice President Diane Middleton honored with Miretti Award

AJOT Newsroom | November 17, 2023 | Ports & Terminals | Ports

CSULB’s Center for International Trade & Transportation recognizes Middleton with Leadership Award...

RK Logistics holds grand opening for the new Michigan Logistics Center

AJOT Newsroom | November 17, 2023 | Logistics

RK Logistics, headquartered in California’s Silicon Valley, has been supporting EV manufacturing since 2014, and early next year, expects to surpass 5 billion battery units handled through its warehousing facilities...

Virginia Maritime Association names Will Fediw as Senior Vice President

AJOT Newsroom | November 17, 2023 | Maritime | People | Appointments

With five years at the VMA, Fediw's elevation to this role is in recognition of his outstanding leadership within the organization and his commitment to VMA’s mission and member businesses...