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A disturbing number of Russian weapons are powered by electronic components from companies in the US and allied nations, a Biden administration official said Tuesday, as he appealed for firms to stem the flow of parts being used to wage war in Ukraine.

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A strong start to shipping shows resilience on the St. Lawrence Seaway

Early tonnage figures show a strong start for the 66th navigation season on the St. Lawrence Seaway demonstrating the resilience, predictability, and sustainability of the binational system.

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Port of Oakland targets Clean Ports grant for major zero-emissions conversion

AJOT | May 29, 2024 | Green Shipping | Ports & Terminals | Ports

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The $10,000 shipping container is again the talk of global trade

Bloomberg | May 29, 2024 | Maritime | Liner Shipping

Companies transporting goods from Asia face costs of as much $10,000 for an urgent full-size shipping container over the next month — about double current spot rates, according to prices circulating between carriers and importers.

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World’s largest nuclear plant sits idle while energy needs soar

Bloomberg | May 29, 2024 | Energy | Alternative

Japan had big plans for nuclear power before the 2011 tsunami. Now a debate over restarting its biggest facility will test if it can turn away from costly imported fuels.

Although FTR’s Shippers Conditions Index improved in March; outlook looks close to neutral

AJOT | May 29, 2024 | Trucking

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Maritime charity provides support in face of alarming rise in abandoned crew

AJOT | May 29, 2024 | Maritime

• Stella Maris calls for support to end the alarming rise in abandoned seafarers • Charity chaplains provide support for crews abandoned without wages, food or the means to return home • Abandoned crews face real mental strain • Call to action for the entire maritime industry

PSA Singapore and PIL successfully trial a low-carbon end-to-end shipment, furthering supply chain decarbonization

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Copenhagen Malmö Port formally takes over 8 straddle carriers from Konecranes

AJOT | May 29, 2024 | Ports & Terminals | Equipment and Tech

This week, Konecranes officially handed over eight hybrid Konecranes Noell Straddle Carriers to Copenhagen Malmö Port (CMP).

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Indian Register of Shipping certifies autonomous system with dual navigation capability in collaboration with Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders Ltd

AJOT | May 29, 2024 | Maritime | Technology

Indian Register of Shipping (IRS) has announced its successful collaboration with Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders Limited (MDL) on the pioneering technology demonstration of Autonomous Navigation system with dual navigation capabilities on MDL the tug MT Andaman.

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Modi needs tough reforms in third term to lure foreign firms

Bloomberg | May 29, 2024 | International Trade

When Daikin Industries Ltd., the Japanese air conditioning maker, began operating in India 25 years ago, it was importing finished units from Thailand and selling it to local consumers.