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Alabama Port Authority slated to receive $24M in RESTORE funding for Wetlands Beneficial Use Project

AJOT Newsroom | November 19, 2025 | Ports & Terminals | Ports

The Alabama Port Authority shared two major developments for the Upper Mobile Bay Wetlands Project—the only dedicated beneficial use site in Mobile Bay for maintenance dredge material from the ship channel.

Ritco Logistics honored as ‘Fastest Growing Logistics Company’ at Multilogistix Expo 2025

AJOT Newsroom | November 19, 2025 | Logistics

Win underscores Ritco’s Leadership in precision Supply Chain Solutions, with deep expertise in the cement sector...

DHL Supply Chain expands climate-neutral logistics hub in Leipzig/Halle

AJOT Newsroom | November 19, 2025 | Logistics

DHL Supply Chain has opened a new carbon-neutral logistics center in Halle (Saale), Germany, supporting continued growth and offering strategic capacity for future customers at the key logistics hub in Leipzig-Halle.

Kaiko Systems helps tanker operators navigate OCIMF’s FIC campaign

AJOT Newsroom | November 19, 2025 | Shipping Technology

The company, which provides its own digital platform used by tanker operators to standardise onboard inspections and track operational risk, has integrated the FIC requirements directly into its app. Operators using the Kaiko systems app have reported noticeable improvements in crew familiarity and consistency across vessels, pointing to stronger inspection readiness.

Silk Way West Airlines expands fleet with two additional Airbus A350F freighters

AJOT Newsroom | November 19, 2025 | Air Cargo | Freighters

Silk Way West Airlines has signed an agreement with Airbus for the acquisition of two additional A350F freighters, bringing its total order for this next-generation model to four aircraft. This significant milestone reinforces the airline’s commitment to fleet modernization and sustainable growth.

International Trade

Stuart Todd | November 19, 2025

China’s trade surplus with Europe larger than with U.S. for first time

China’s trade surplus with Europe has overtaken its surplus with the U.S. for the first time, exposing European industry to mounting competitive pressure from an increasingly dominant Chinese manufacturing and export powerhouse.

Implementation of lower US tariffs on Switzerland targeted in coming days

Reuters | November 19, 2025 | International Trade

The United States and Switzerland are working towards implementing a reduction in U.S. tariffs on Switzerland to 15% from 39% in the coming days, the Swiss government said after it sealed an initial deal last week.

SC Ports sees slight dip in imports, as economic development in state remains strong

AJOT Newsroom | November 19, 2025 | Ports & Terminals | Ports | By The Numbers

South Carolina Ports recorded 206,859 TEUs at its marine terminals in October, a 1% year-over-year dip, as fiscal year volumes remain above plan.

Final report: transport logistic Americas & air cargo Americas with project cargo Americas

AJOT Newsroom | November 19, 2025 | Logistics

From November 11 to the 13th, 2025, the Miami Beach Convention Center in Florida was transformed into a logistics hotspot. 6,345 participants visited transport logistic Americas & air cargo Americas and the accompanying special exhibition “project cargo.”

Trade between Latin America and the Caribbean due to grow in 2025 despite US tariff policy, ECLAC report shows

Reuters | November 19, 2025 | International Trade

Trade between Latin America and the Caribbean will likely grow in 2025 despite broad U.S. tariffs across the region, which have had a weaker impact than initially expected, a report by UN's Economic Commission for Latin America and the Caribbean (ECLAC) revealed on Wednesday.

Jungheinrich® introduces EFG C20Q-C40Q

AJOT Newsroom | November 19, 2025 | Energy | Alternative

US trade deficit narrows sharply in August as imports fall

Reuters | November 19, 2025 | International Trade

The U.S. trade deficit narrowed more than expected in August as imports declined, but trade could still subtract from economic growth in the third quarter.

Gauzy partners with Renault Trucks and French government innovation program

AJOT Newsroom | November 19, 2025 | Trucking

Gauzy Ltd. is enhancing driver safety and protecting vulnerable road users (VRUs) through its AI-powered advanced driver assistance systems.

Pole Star Global first to support BlueTraker® SSAS Arctic

AJOT Newsroom | November 19, 2025 | Maritime

Baltic Exchange launches new TCE earnings calculator to simplify freight and emissions analysis

AJOT Newsroom | November 19, 2025 | Shipping Technology

Baltic Exchange has launched a new Time Charter Equivalent (TCE) earnings calculator, designed to bring clarity and consistency to freight assessments in an increasingly complex market. The calculator builds on the Baltic’s long-standing TCE methodology, which has been in use since 2008.

DP World’s SEARATES ERP integrates CargoCONNECT for booking, tracking & FHL/FWB

AJOT Newsroom | November 19, 2025 | Shipping Technology

SeaRates ERP, part of DP World’s digital logistics ecosystem, is pleased to announce a strategic collaboration with CargoAi, a leading platform for airfreight digitalization.

Ryan Foley appointed COO Energy, Ports & Projects at Blue Water

Blue Water Shipping is pleased to announce the appointment of its first Board of Management member from outside Denmark: Ryan Foley from the UK. Foley will join Blue Water as Chief Operating Officer (COO) of Energy, Ports & Projects in January 2026.

Ports & Terminals

Stas Margaronis | November 19, 2025

Port of LA closes on 10 million TEUs in 2025

“With six weeks to go, we are within reach of the 10 million container unit mark for the year,” Port of Los Angeles Executive Director Gene Seroka said at a media briefing on November 18th.

Decarbonizing the Transport Industry: ZF Hybrid transmission for heavy trucks in real-world testing

AJOT Newsroom | November 19, 2025 | Trucking

ZF’s new TraXon 2 Hybrid transmission is now proving its capabilities in real-world conditions. In recent public road tests, European transport fleets and members of the German Association for Freight Transport, Logistics and Waste Disposal (BGL) e.V. were able to experience the system firsthand in ZF’s own test vehicle.

UPM launches spruce LNG plywood to respond to growing LNG transportation demands

AJOT Newsroom | November 19, 2025 | Energy

UPM, a global material solutions company, strengthens its position as a material supplier for liquefied natural gas (LNG) carriers and responds to increasing market demand by launching a new solution for the insulation elements of LNG cargo tanks, WISA®-LNG Spruce plywood

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