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Modulift and LMS support offshore wind industry with 660t load test

AJOT Newsroom | September 24, 2026 | Project / Heavy Lift | Maritime Project

Modulift spreader beams and LMS load cells have been used together by Safe Lifting Europe B.V. to support the successful load test of the MPI Resolution in the North Sea. As offshore wind infrastructure continues to expand across Europe, proof load testing remains an essential part of maintaining safe and reliable lifting operations.

US eases screwworm ban on Mexican cattle, but beef prices unlikely to budge

Reuters | September 24, 2026 | International Trade | Commodity

The United States plans to reopen the biggest port for livestock inspections along the US-Mexican border on Thursday, expanding America's cattle supplies but not slashing record-high beef prices, government and industry officials said.

The technology moving more than 1.5 million kilos of fresh produce to hundreds of Aldi Stores daily

AJOT Newsroom | September 24, 2026 | Logistics

Aldi has begun handling fruit and vegetables at its Bardon Distribution Centre in Leicestershire, as the UK’s largest automated warehouse moves into its next phase of operation.

International Trade

Reuters | September 24, 2026

Trump welcomes Xi to Washington looking for a trade win

President Donald Trump welcomed Chinese President Xi Jinping to the White House on Thursday for a lavish state summit expected to be heavy on symbolism but light on substance, with both leaders keen to showcase stable ties despite a host of thorny issues such as AI, trade, Taiwan and the war with Iran.

World’s first successful sea shipment of premium Malaysian tree-drop ripe durian reaches Dalian, China

AJOT Newsroom | September 24, 2026 | Maritime | Technology

Daikin Active CA establishes commercially viable alternative to air cargo for one of Southeast Asia’s most popular perishables

Mammoet performs world’s first electric transport of a monopile in real-world conditions

AJOT Newsroom | September 24, 2026 | Project / Heavy Lift | Maritime Project

Mammoet continues to lead the way in the electrification of heavy lifting and transport, performing the first ever electric-powered marshaling of a monopile in real-world conditions.

AI takes action while people remain at the center of logistics, finds DHL Logistics Trend Radar

AJOT Newsroom | September 24, 2026 | Logistics | Supply Chain

Artificial intelligence is moving beyond its role as a digital assistant and beginning to take action across supply chains, according to the new DHL Logistics Trend Radar 8.0.

Logistics

Stuart Todd | September 24, 2026

DHL Express in heavyweight shipment push

DHL Express is accelerating growth in heavyweight air cargo, targeting 50 kg to 3,000 kg industrial shipments as shifting trade lanes and supply chain disruption boost demand for faster, more reliable global delivery.

[Freightos Weekly Update] Asia - Med rates back to pre-peak levels as Red Sea transits increase

AJOT Newsroom | September 24, 2026 | Maritime | Liner Shipping

US-China trade talks ahead of the Xi-Trump meeting this week are reportedly aimed at maintaining stability in the fragile relationship; the administration is reportedly prepared to offer a three-to-six month extension of the current trade truce set to expire in November and covering both tariff levels and the pause on $1M port call fees on China-linked vessels.

Thomassen named VP & General Manager of ATS International Services

ATS International Services, Inc. | September 24, 2026 | Logistics | People | Appointments

Jay Thomassen has been named Vice President & General Manager, expanding his responsibilities to include both commercial and operational functions. Thomassen has more than 35 years of experience in international and ocean transportation and has been with ATS International since 2012.

Unlocking next-gen AI in logistics: nuVizz takes the stage at CSCMP EDGE 2026

nuVizz | September 24, 2026 | Logistics | Shipping Technology

Rao to address advancements, innovations in logistics technology and future opportunities in AI related to supply chain operations

Airforwarders Association urges FAA action following U.S. Northeast ground stops

AJOT Newsroom | September 24, 2026 | Air Cargo | Air Forwarders

The Airforwarders Association (AfA) has called on the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) to implement recommendations from the Government Accountability Office (GAO) following a report identifying significant gaps in the protection of aviation communications systems.

Three EV charging challenges fleet operators face during electrification

Xinya Dongfang Electricity Technology Co.,Ltd | September 24, 2026 | Green Shipping | Trucking

Fleet electrification brings new challenges beyond vehicle procurement, particularly around depot power capacity, charging schedules, and total charging costs. This article examines three key EV charging challenges fleet operators face and outlines practical approaches to manage power, charging availability, and long-term costs.

CMA CGM PEX2 Service revamping: Direct service from/to Puerto Antioquia

AJOT Newsroom | September 23, 2026 | Maritime | Liner Shipping

CMA CGM has announced the revamping of its PEX2 service.

Port of Oakland handles 173,818 TEUs in August as exports rise from July

AJOT Newsroom | September 23, 2026 | Ports & Terminals

Full exports increase 2.9 percent from July; loaded cargo down 2.5 percent year to date

Signal Commodity Radar | Spotlight: Steel

AJOT Newsroom | September 23, 2026 | Maritime

Steel flows face fresh challenges in the final quarter of 2026

Boeing and Turkish Airlines finalize order for up to 150 737 MAX jets

AJOT Newsroom | September 23, 2026 | Air Cargo | Airlines

• Airline's largest Boeing single-aisle order follows record 787 Dreamliner purchase • 737 MAX will strengthen Turkish Airlines' short- and medium-haul network

Trump supports diesel export ban as fuel prices hit records

Reuters | September 23, 2026 | Energy

President Donald Trump said on Tuesday he backed a ban on diesel exports, as Republican candidates in some of the tightest election races in November called for the measure as a way to curb record fuel prices.

OECD expects AI boom to help offset Middle East energy shock for now

Reuters | September 23, 2026 | Energy

AI-led investment is helping the global economy hold up marginally better than expected this year, but the energy shock is becoming more entrenched, weighing on the outlook for 2027, the OECD said on Wednesday.

International Trade

Reuters | September 23, 2026

US open to extending China trade truce, or bigger deal, Bessent says after meeting with He

The United States is open to extending the US-China trade truce that expires on November 10 or considering a possibly larger trade deal, US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said on Wednesday as he left a meeting with Chinese Vice Premier He Lifeng to prepare for a summit between the two countries' leaders.

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