New Logistec CEO Sean Pierce unveils ambitious expansion roadmap
Logistics
Leo Ryan | Top Story | May 14, 2024

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New Logistec CEO Sean Pierce unveils ambitious expansion roadmap

Logistec Corporation, one of the crown jewels of Canada’s marine industry, has embarked on a new chapter in its 70-year history following its acquisition in January by NY-based Blue Wolf Capital Partners for approximately C$1.2 billion.
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Silk Way West Airlines honors Globalink Logistics as Top CIS Market Contributor at Dubai Gala Event

AJOT | May 14, 2024 | Logistics

Silk Way West Airlines, the premier Azerbaijani all freighter cargo carrier, recently celebrated its key contributors' long-standing partnership and achievements during a gala dinner held in Dubai. This prestigious event was marked by Globalink Logistics' recognition as the "Top Cargo Contributor for the CIS Market," highlighting the enduring and mutually beneficial relationship between the two companies.

Port of New Orleans President and CEO & New Orleans Public Belt CEO Brandy D. Christian Announces Departure
Ports & Terminals
AJOT | Top Story | May 14, 2024

Port of New Orleans President and CEO & New Orleans Public Belt CEO Brandy D. Christian Announces Departure

Today, the Port of New Orleans (Port NOLA) announced that its President and CEO Brandy D. Christian, a leading figure in the transportation industry, will step down mid-June 2024 to pursue an opportunity in the private sector. Christian has served as the President and CEO of Port NOLA since January 1, 2017, and as the CEO of the New Orleans Public Belt Railroad (NOPB) since its acquisition by Port NOLA on February 1, 2018, during which time Port NOLA increased operating revenues by 70 percent and NOPB increased operating income by 300 percent.
Gilbarco Veeder-Root announces turnkey EV charging business

AJOT | May 14, 2024 | Energy | Alternative

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Port of Long Beach Cargo volumes climb in April

AJOT | May 14, 2024 | Ports & Terminals | Ports

The Port has moved 2,753,244 TEUs through the first four months of 2024, up 15.8% from the same period in 2023.

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Aurrigo introduces four new autonomous baggage handling vehicles at Changi Airport

AJOT | May 14, 2024 | Air Cargo | Airlines

Changi Airport Group (CAG) and Aurrigo International plc have agreed to bring in a fleet of four autonomous baggage handling vehicles to pilot underwing operations at Changi Airport.

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Finnlines’ new freight-passenger Superstar-class vessel Finnsirius awarded by Shippax

AJOT | May 14, 2024 | Maritime

Finnlines’ freight-passenger vessel (ro-pax) M/S Finnsirius, which entered services between mainland Finland, Åland and Sweden in mid-September 2023, was awarded at the Shippax Conference on 13 May 2024.

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Etihad Cargo fully prepared for UAE-PLACI

AJOT | May 14, 2024 | Air Cargo | General

Etihad Cargo, the cargo and logistics arm of Etihad Airways, has announced its complete readiness for the UAE Pre-Loading Advance Cargo Information (PLACI) regulations, ensuring that partners and customers will experience no disruptions in their shipments. This achievement underscores the carrier’s commitment to maintaining the highest standards of security and efficiency in operations.

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Irving, billionaire Canadian oilman, dies at 93

Bloomberg | May 14, 2024 | Energy

Arthur L. Irving, the Canadian billionaire who modernized the nation’s largest refinery, expanded a network of service stations bearing his family’s name and helped win support for a cross-country oil pipeline, has died. He was 93.

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Hellmann expands market position in 2023

AJOT | May 14, 2024 | Logistics

Despite the continuously challenging market conditions, Hellmann Worldwide Logistics has successfully concluded the past year...

Olive oil windfall becomes lifeline for Tunisia with IMF on hold

Bloomberg | May 14, 2024 | International Trade

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DANX terminal doubles Sweden express schedule

AJOT | May 14, 2024 | Logistics

Strategic expansion in central Sweden doubles DANX’s Sweden express schedule in response to growing automotive and By:DAY B2B express delivery demand to northern regions

Flood of China used cooking oil spurs call to hike US levies

Bloomberg | May 14, 2024 | Energy | Alternative | International Trade | Commodity

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United expects record setting start to summer travel season

AJOT | May 14, 2024 | Air Cargo | Airlines

United is ready for its busiest Memorial Day holiday ever – with a record-setting three million travelers expected to fly between May 23-28, up nearly 10% compared to last year. To help fliers navigate the crowds and jumpstart their summer vacations, United has dozens of features in its mobile app to help travelers skip lines, breeze through security, navigate to their gates, quickly check their bags and more – saving travelers up to 30 minutes on average* at the airport...

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