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Kalmar continues driving decarbonization of cargo handling with new electric empty container handler

AJOT Newsroom | June 11, 2024 | Ports & Terminals | Equipment and Tech

Kalmar, part of Cargotec, has announced the launch of a new electric empty container handler, complementing its industry-leading range of eco-efficient solutions including reach stackers, terminal tractors, and forklifts. The announcement was made during the TOC Europe 2024 event in Rotterdam on 11 June...

Red Sea disruptions increase oil flows around Cape of Good Hope

AJOT Newsroom | June 11, 2024 | Energy

The amount of crude oil and oil products flowing around the Cape of Good Hope, located at the southern tip of Africa, increased nearly 50% in the first five months of 2024 compared with the 2023 average as commercial vessels avoided chokepoints in the Middle East...

CMA CGM Announcement: FAK Rates - From North Europe to Northwest India

AJOT Newsroom | June 11, 2024 | Maritime

Please find the new CMA CGM Freight All Kinds (FAK) rates (*) applicable from July 1st, 2024 (date of loading in the origin ports) until further notice...

Zero and low-emission trucks tested at Port of Prince Rupert through B.C.‘s integrated marketplace

The HDZEV project will see four new trucks - two hydrogen-powered, one battery-electric, and one hydrogen-diesel co-combustion - utilized on existing operational routes. These operations will provide data to better understand the range, reliability and potential best use case for the vehicles...

IAG offers fixes to win EU nod for €400 million Air Europa deal

Bloomberg | June 11, 2024 | Air Cargo | Airlines

British Airways parent IAG SA offered new concessions to European Union competition regulators in a bid to allay concerns over its €400 million ($430 million) takeover of Air Europa.

Ports & Terminals

AJOT Newsroom | June 11, 2024

Port of Long Beach: Moilanen named Environmental Planning Leader

On Monday, the Long Beach Board of Harbor Commissioners approved the appointment of Renee Moilanen to lead the Port of Long Beach’s forward-looking sustainability programs as Director of Environmental Planning.

MSC Announcement: Turkey, Black Sea excluding EEA countries to US & Puerto Rico

AJOT Newsroom | June 11, 2024 | Maritime

Please take note of the announcements containing the following scopes...

WestJet providing domestic connectivity to new Virgin Atlantic route from Toronto-Pearson and London Heathrow, in Summer 2025

AJOT Newsroom | June 11, 2024 | Air Cargo | Airlines

Oil driller Vista Energy to import new frack set in SLB deal

Bloomberg | June 11, 2024 | International Trade

Redkik and Chain.io’s Network of Critical Freight Integrations join forces to enable immediate insurance coverage and adminstration

AJOT Newsroom | June 11, 2024 | Logistics

The influence of freight shipping on emerging economies

AJOT Newsroom | June 11, 2024 | Maritime | Liner Shipping

Discover the transformative influence of freight shipping on emerging economies, driving growth and reshaping landscapes.

World Shipping Council Releases Containers Lost at Sea Report - 2024 update

AJOT Newsroom | June 11, 2024 | Maritime | Liner Shipping

While this is the lowest number recorded since the survey began in 2008, the WSC underscores the ongoing need for stringent safety measures and constant vigilance, as every container lost at sea is one too many.

UAE boosts imports of Iraqi Crude after oil refinery upgrade

Bloomberg | June 11, 2024 | International Trade

Jet fuel crunch sees airlines servicing Japan demand more supply

Bloomberg | June 11, 2024 | Air Cargo

Air Cargo

AJOT Newsroom | June 10, 2024

Network Cargo Management appointed as GSSA for JetBlue in New York

Network Cargo Management has been appointed as the GSSA for JetBlue in New York effective from the 1st of June 2024.

Costly US sugar tariffs drive candy makers over the border to Canada

Bloomberg | June 10, 2024 | International Trade | Commodity

Sweets production has expanded in Canada as companies look to supply sugar-hungry North American households while avoiding US protectionist policies.

IAG Cargo launches Constant Climate in Strasbourg

AJOT Newsroom | June 10, 2024 | Air Cargo | General

IAG Cargo, the cargo division of International Airlines Group (IAG), is today announcing Strasbourg as its latest station in the Europe to be approved to transport time and temperature-sensitive healthcare products...

Freightos’ WebCargo and Thai Airways partner enhancing digital air cargo services and innovative payment solutions

AJOT Newsroom | June 10, 2024

In its initial phase, this collaboration will leverage Thai Airways’ extensive network to some freight forwarders in Australia, Japan, Thailand, and the United Kingdom seeking to book and pay for cargo services on Thai Airways through WebCargo’s platform...

Chapman Freeborn appoints new music and entertainment leadership team

Global air charter specialists Chapman Freeborn has made two key appointments to lead its music and entertainment vertical team following a major investment in its global network strategy.

American Waterways Operators releases video highlighting American Waterways HERO Award

AJOT Newsroom | June 10, 2024 | Maritime

The American Waterways Operators has produced a new video showcasing the American Waterways Honor & Excellence in Rescue Operations (HERO) Award. The HERO Award, established on March 1, 2023, documents and recognizes rescues undertaken by AWO member company employees that demonstrate selflessness, skill and bravery.

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