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Comau enters into a binding agreement to acquire Invent Smart Intralogistics Solutions

AJOT Newsroom | May 18, 2026 | Logistics

Comau announced today that it has entered into a binding agreement under which the company will acquire full ownership of Invent Smart Intralogistics Solutions (“Invent”)

Indian subcontinent ship recycling market hits rare May supply squeeze

AJOT Newsroom | May 18, 2026 | Maritime

The Indian subcontinent (especially India and Pakistan) ship recycling market has entered a rare period of inactivity.

Shipbuilders Council of America announces annual safety awards for U.S. shipyards for CY25

AJOT Newsroom | May 18, 2026 | Maritime

Record number of U.S. shipyards recognized this year with awards for excellence in safety, improvement in safety and significant safety achievement

Wilson Sons plans to expand Rio Grande Container Terminal

AJOT Newsroom | May 18, 2026 | Ports & Terminals | Ports

Wilson Sons plans to expand the Rio Grande Container Terminal (located in Rio Grande do Sul) by making investments exceeding R$1.1 billion in port infrastructure by 2030.

The Cooperative Logistics Network successfully concludes its 9th Annual Meeting in Bangkok

AJOT Newsroom | May 18, 2026 | Logistics

The Cooperative Logistics Network has successfully wrapped up its 9th Annual Meeting, held from 11th to 13th May 2026 in Bangkok.

Compass plans lithium market return with EnergyX in Utah’s Great Salt Lake

Reuters | May 18, 2026 | Energy | Alternative

Compass Minerals plans to return to the lithium market by partnering with technology startup EnergyX to extract the mineral from Utah's Great Salt Lake, a move that comes as prices for the battery metal rise alongside the broader drive to boost U.S. output.

International Trade

Stuart Todd | May 18, 2026

Middle East crisis sparks supply chain innovation

Shipping disruptions tied to the Middle East war are accelerating the rise of Egypt as a strategic logistics gateway, as retailers, carriers, and freight operators shift to innovative multimodal routes linking Europe with Gulf markets.

Lincoln breaks ground on office-to-industrial redevelopment in Phoenix Sky Harbor submarket

Lincoln Property Company | May 18, 2026 | Logistics

Two-building, Class A Sky Harbor Logistics coming to fruition on Tempe, Arizona infill site

Ports & Terminals

Leo Ryan | May 18, 2026

Paul Bird returns to Port of Montreal to take over as new President and CEO

The Port of Montreal has tapped former executive Paul Bird to steer its next phase of growth, including the $2.3 billion Contrecœur terminal project, as Canada pushes to strengthen trade links beyond the U.S. amid ongoing tariff tensions.

Grand View Arizona: 2,500-acre mega site to generate $1+ billion in economic impact

JLL | May 18, 2026 | Logistics

Buckeye, Arizona advanced manufacturing campus will redefine economic growth in the region

HERE unveils AI-powered last meter guidance solution to help delivery drivers complete the final handoff

HERE Technologies | May 18, 2026 | Trucking

New VesselBot data analysis shows the true emissions gap across container shipping

VesselBot | May 18, 2026 | Maritime

VesselBot has released its latest quarterly analysis, Decoding Maritime Emissions Q1 2026: Efficiency Under Pressure, examining container shipping operations across 82,212 voyages completed by 6,187 container-carrying vessels during the first quarter of 2026.

The Panama Canal responds to the risk of El Niño

AJOT Newsroom | May 15, 2026 | International Trade

Since late 2025, the Panama Canal has continuously monitored the El Niño scenario for the current year, which is why the water level at Gatún Lake has been maintained at historically high values.

Port of Long Beach unveils new cyber defense operations center

AJOT Newsroom | May 15, 2026 | Ports & Terminals | Ports

The Port of Long Beach unveiled a new center dedicated to defending one of America’s busiest seaports against cyberattacks that could disrupt global goods movement and the millions of U.S. livelihoods it supports.

Gastronomic relocation: Anatomy of restaurant equipment transportation

AJOT Newsroom | May 15, 2026 | Logistics

Explore expert strategies for relocating your restaurant. Learn how to securely transport heavy culinary equipment and minimize business downtime.

Construction of the first Hansa Superstar class vessel commences – entering service in summer 2028

AJOT Newsroom | May 15, 2026

The vessel is the first of three Hansa Superstar class ro-pax vessels ordered by Finnlines from the Weihai shipyard. The ship is scheduled to enter service in summer 2028.

Continental introduces ContiTread HDR 5 for regional fleets

AJOT Newsroom | May 15, 2026 | Trucking

Continental Tire is expanding its retread lineup with the launch of the ContiTread HDR 5, a durable regional retread designed to help fleets achieve confident handling, reliable traction, and long service life on regional routes.

SC Ports to expand ro-ro operations to North Charleston Terminal

AJOT Newsroom | May 15, 2026 | Ports & Terminals | Ports

SC Ports plans to expand ro-ro operations to its rail-served North Charleston Terminal to further support the state’s thriving automotive industry.

North American transborder freight increased 3.2% in March 2026 from March 2025

AJOT Newsroom | May 15, 2026 | International Trade | By The Numbers

The transborder freight data program provides comprehensive monthly and annual data on North American cross-border freight activity, detailing the value of U.S. imports and exports with Canada and Mexico by mode of transportation, commodity, and geography.

Maritime Day Celebration Port of Galveston May 22

AJOT Newsroom | May 15, 2026 | Ports & Terminals | Ports

The Port of Galveston will commemorate National Maritime Day with a free public event 8:30-11:30 a.m. Friday, May 22, at Pier 21. Sponsored by Moody Bank, the event will include vessel tours, maritime-related booths and a commemoration ceremony at 10 a.m.

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