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ICT Logistics and EUROGATE shape the future of terminal automation

AJOT Newsroom | August 26, 2026 | Ports & Terminals | Terminals

Auramarine strengthens business development and lifecycle services leadership with two senior appointments

AJOT Newsroom | August 26, 2026 | Energy | People | Appointments

Auramarine has appointed Lauri Helkkula as Business Development & Key Account Director, and Aki Sand as Vice President of Sales, Business Line (BL) Lifecycle Services, EMEA.

Illinois aviation leaders outline path for advanced air mobility, next-generation airport planning

AJOT Newsroom | August 26, 2026 | Air Cargo | General

New aviation technologies ranging from electric air taxis and autonomous aircraft to medical delivery drones and advanced airport planning tools are creating opportunities across Illinois.

Unilog.SC publishes August 2026 Industry Research Report, examining why premium warranty promises are a network design challenge

Unilog.SC | August 26, 2026 | Logistics

MOL selected to exhibit at COP31 Japan Pavilion

AJOT Newsroom | August 26, 2026 | Green Shipping

Mitsui O.S.K. Lines, Ltd. has been selected as an exhibitor for the Japan Pavilion.

Maritime

Reuters | August 25, 2026

South Korea ship to test Arctic commercial route amid Western concerns

A South Korean container ship sets sail on Saturday for Europe via the Arctic in the nation's first commercial voyage on the route to test its viability, with the hope of turning the southeastern port of Busan into a global maritime hub.

Descartes recognizes Top Carriers for outstanding freight visibility performance in 2026

AJOT Newsroom | August 25, 2026 | Logistics | Supply Chain

North Carolina Railroad Company invests $600,000 in Scotland County rail project

AJOT Newsroom | August 25, 2026 | Intermodal | Rail

The North Carolina Railroad Company will invest up to $600,000 in critical rail infrastructure for Great Southern Wood-NC, Inc.

Modern Rail Capital announces McHugh as new President, succeeding Cook

Modern Rail Capital (MRC), a leading Chicago-based railcar lessor, announced today that Kevin McHugh will serve as the company’s new President. McHugh succeeds Kevin Cook, who has been the company’s President since 2021.

Gatik secures $200 million in funding as autonomous freight market accelerates

Reuters | August 25, 2026 | Trucking

Gatik has raised $200 million in Series D funding, the autonomous trucking startup said on Tuesday, as interest in driverless commercial freight surges in North America and Europe.

Mid-Market 3PLs Don’t Have a Technology Problem, They Have a Configuration Problem

Dan Cavanaugh, Chief Executive Officer, Da Vinci | August 25, 2026 | Shipping Technology

Da Vinci's CEO argues mid-market 3PLs don't have a tech problem, they have a dependency problem: every configuration change routes back through the provider. He makes the case for platforms operators can configure themselves, not just capable ones.

TNW Corporation announces CEO retirement and succession

Bobby M. Franklin to assume CEO role January 1, 2027

CMA CGM expands low-carbon offering with NEOLINE wind-powered transatlantic service

AJOT Newsroom | August 25, 2026 | Green Shipping | Maritime | Liner Shipping

CMA CGM redefines maritime transport by integrating low-carbon solutions into its global network. They are spotlighting their collaboration with NEOLINER ORIGIN, NEOLINE's first wind-powered cargo vessel offering a direct connection between Northern Europe and North America.

Galveston Wharves adds $28,000 to maritime education endowments

AJOT Newsroom | August 25, 2026 | Ports & Terminals

The Galveston Wharves Board of Trustees is continuing its investment in the future of the maritime industry with $28,000 in additional contributions to maritime education endowments at Texas A&M University at Galveston and Galveston College.

Kalitta Air examines growth, workforce needs and defense partnerships at Summit

AJOT Newsroom | August 25, 2026 | Air Cargo | General

Global air cargo operations, defense partnerships and workforce development took center stage at the 2026 Global Aerospace Summit during a panel discussion titled "Connecting Markets and Missions: Kalitta Air's Global Reach."

International Trade

Reuters | August 25, 2026

Canada announces retaliatory tariffs on $20 billion worth of US goods, unveils support measures

Canada on Tuesday announced retaliatory tariffs on C$27.6 billion ($19.94 billion) worth of United States goods, matching dollar-for-dollar new duties imposed by Washington, and unveiled financial support for Canadian businesses and workers caught in the escalating trade war.

International Trade

Reuters | August 25, 2026

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