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Alberta wildfires may put more than 2 million bpd of oil sands output at risk

AJOT | May 16, 2024 | Energy

Wildfire conditions in northeastern Alberta – the focus of the province’s oil sands industry – have worsened.

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For increased usability and efficiency: myDHLi meets GenAI

AJOT | May 16, 2024 | Logistics | Shipping Technology

• GenAI powered virtual assistant enhances efficiency and usability of myDHLi customer portal • Over 20,000 customers already leveraging myDHLi to optimize their supply chains and transports • New features and upgrades presented at 4th myDHLi Digital Summit incl enhanced shipment list for improved usability and “exceptions” filter for proactive management of unexpected events

NetLogistik client Arcadia Cold wins ICONic Award

AJOT | May 16, 2024 | Shipping Technology

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Natural gas-fired electricity generation in Texas set winter record in January 2024

AJOT | May 16, 2024 | Energy

The electric power grid managed by the Electric Reliability Council of Texas (ERCOT) recorded an all-time high for winter natural gas-fired electricity generation for an hour in January, according to our Hourly Electric Grid Monitor, when a three-day cold snap increased electricity demand.

General Insulation Company achieves 18% LTL savings with Loadsmart

AJOT | May 16, 2024 | Shipping Technology | Trucking

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Global supply chain disruptions present challenges and opportunities for the St. Louis Region

AJOT | May 16, 2024 | Logistics

Ongoing conflicts in the Red Sea, low water levels in the Panama Canal and a host of other geopolitical incidents have resulted in unprecedented challenges for the global supply chain, according to Panos Kouvelis. Kouvelis addressed these issues and how they create opportunity for the St. Louis region during a virtual panel session as part of FreightWeekSTL 2024.

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Solar makers care about profits over US need, renewable CEO says

Bloomberg | May 16, 2024 | Energy | Alternative | International Trade

Invenergy CEO says US solar manufacturers seek tariffs on imported cells to protect their profits. 

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Guerra named BND Commission Chairman

AJOT | May 16, 2024 | Ports & Terminals | People | Appointments

Brownsville Navigation District (BND) Commissioner Esteban Guerra, was unanimously reappointed chairman of the BND Board of Commissioners during the board’s regular meeting held Wednesday, May 15, 2024.

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UNCTAD chief to visit Panama Canal ahead of first Global Supply Chain Forum

AJOT | May 16, 2024 | Ports & Terminals | Canal and Waterway

• Secretary-General Rebeca Grynspan will spotlight the negative impact of climate change on this global trade route. • Urgent action is needed to combat the growing threats to global trade and supply chains.

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Boeing’s low-key chairman steps into spotlight with CEO search

Bloomberg | May 16, 2024 | Air Cargo | Airlines

As Boeing Co.’s board searches for a chief executive officer to steer the US planemaker out of its worst crisis in years, directors are intent on finding a leader who can make a fresh start — meaning deep aerospace experience isn’t necessarily required.

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Drewry World Container Index - 16 May

AJOT | May 16, 2024 | Maritime | Liner Shipping

Drewry’s World Container Index increased 11% to $3,511 per 40ft container this week.

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Noatum launches maritime services in Türkiye

AJOT | May 16, 2024 | Ports & Terminals

New office strengthens Noatum’s integrated maritime agency services across the Mediterranean region

Asian solar imports are subject of new US Commerce probe
Energy
Bloomberg | Top Story | May 16, 2024

Asian solar imports are subject of new US Commerce probe

The US Commerce Department on Wednesday opened an investigation into allegations that solar cells and panels imported from four Southeast Asian countries are being unfairly subsidized and priced below their production costs.
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Rail industry gathers in Pueblo, CO for 29th Annual AAR Research Review

AJOT | May 16, 2024 | Intermodal | Rail

MxV Rail welcomed more than 350 attendees including representatives from all Class 1 railroads, industry experts from across the globe, academia, and sponsor representatives to the 29th Annual AAR Research Review event held in Pueblo, CO.

Barge strikes Texas bridge, spilling oil into Galveston Bay
Energy
Bloomberg | Top Story | May 16, 2024

Barge strikes Texas bridge, spilling oil into Galveston Bay

A barge struck a bridge in Galveston, Texas, spilling oil into the bay and temporarily shutting down access to a small nearby island.
CMA CGM PSS - From Oceania to US East Coast, US Gulf & Latin America

AJOT | May 16, 2024 | Maritime | Liner Shipping

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US renewable fuel maker defends used cooking oil from China

Bloomberg | May 16, 2024 | Energy | Alternative | Green Shipping

Darling Ingredients Inc., a major US producer of renewable diesel, defended imports of used cooking oil as a feedstock to produce climate-friendly fuels.

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