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Shippo expands Shippo Intelligence with new AI-powered insights and advanced shipping analytics

AJOT Newsroom | March 24, 2026 | Maritime | Technology

Shippo, the leading shipping platform for modern e-commerce, today announced the next phase of Shippo Intelligence.

EIA releases new international consumption data sorted by end-use sector and fuel

AJOT Newsroom | March 24, 2026 | Energy

We have released a new international dataset containing end-use consumption data for most countries of the world, with annual data through 2023.

Norwegian tech partnership solves critical temperature challenge in medical transport and storage

AJOT Newsroom | March 24, 2026 | Shipping Technology

Norwegian medical technology company SonoClear has solved a critical challenge in the transport and storage of its temperature-sensitive ultrasound fluid used in brain tumor surgery — with the help of a real-time monitoring sensor developed by fellow Norwegian technology company Surfact.

Southern Glazer’s Wine & Spirits deploys Corvus robotics drone inventory system nationwide

AJOT Newsroom | March 24, 2026 | Logistics

Expanded rollout across nine distribution centers drives measurable gains in inventory accuracy, fill rates, and operational throughput

Hardis Supply Chain and Pandora partner on global WMS transformation to modernize jewelry supply chain

AJOT Newsroom | March 24, 2026 | Shipping Technology

Hardis Supply Chain, a global leader in supply chain software and technology solutions, today announced a strategic partnership with Pandora, the world’s largest jewelry retailer by volume, to support a major global warehouse management system (WMS) transformation.

Port conditions diverged sharply across regions and seasons in 2025

AJOT Newsroom | March 24, 2026 | Ports & Terminals

VesselBot has released a new report, “Port Performance in 2025: Shifting Trends Across Vessel Sizes and Regions,” showing that global port performance is becoming increasingly fragmented, as regions, vessel types, and seasons diverge, raising new challenges for logistics planning and supply chain reliability.

KR publishes research report on safety considerations for hydrogen-fueled ships

AJOT Newsroom | March 24, 2026 | Green Shipping

Korean Register (KR) has released a research report analyzing the safety challenges associated with hydrogen-fueled ships and outlining key risk factors and mitigation measures to support the safe adoption of hydrogen in the maritime sector.

Intermodal

AJOT Newsroom | March 24, 2026

GPA’s Gainesville Inland Port set for May opening

New infrastructure will serve market with 330 manufacturers

Answer Scandinavia’s call with fresh codeshare options on WestJet’s new Halifax-Copenhagen connection

AJOT Newsroom | March 24, 2026 | Air Cargo | Airlines

WestJet and Scandinavian Airlines System (SAS) have expanded their codeshare partnership for the second time in three months, providing guests on both sides of the Atlantic with more seamless travel options to explore all of Scandinavia and Canada this summer.

EU delays April 15 proposal to permanently ban Russian oil imports

Reuters | March 24, 2026 | Energy

The European Commission will no longer submit a legal proposal to permanently ban Russian oil imports over Moscow's war in Ukraine on April 15 as previously planned, an updated EU legislative agenda showed on Tuesday.

Australia and EU seal trade deal, seek to cut reliance on China for critical minerals

Reuters | March 24, 2026 | International Trade | Commodity

Australia and the European Union signed a free trade agreement on Tuesday after eight years of negotiations, removing tariffs on almost all goods and potentially easing EU access to Australian critical minerals.

Airforwarders Association members report disruption and rising costs from Middle East conflict

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

The majority of the Airforwarders Association members are experiencing operational disruption linked to the conflict in the Middle East, while half report increased costs, according to new survey data.

United Airlines bets bigger on premium travel as Iran war drives up fuel costs

Reuters | March 24, 2026 | Air Cargo | Airlines

United Airlines on Tuesday unveiled a broad aircraft and cabin overhaul centered on higher-end seating, pressing ahead with its long-term growth plan days after warning that oil could stay above $100 a barrel through 2027 and outlining plans to trim some flights in response.

Energy

Reuters | March 24, 2026

California sues US Dept of Energy over Sable oil pipeline restart

California Attorney General Rob Bonta said on Monday he has sued the U.S. Department of Energy to stop it from using a Cold War-era law to restart the long-disputed Sable Offshore pipeline system linking the Santa Ynez offshore platform to California refineries.

Valero shuts Texas refinery after explosion rocks diesel unit, sources say

Reuters | March 24, 2026 | Energy | Ports & Terminals | Terminals

Valero Energy Corp has shut its 380,000-barrel-per-day (bpd) oil refinery in Port Arthur, Texas, following an explosion and fire at a diesel hydrotreater unit, people familiar with the plant operations said on Monday.

SeaARCTOS announces Lloyd’s Register Type Approval for its SO₂ emissions reporting

AJOT Newsroom | March 24, 2026 | Green Shipping

SeaARCTOS has announced that its ARCTOS-1™ system has received Type Approval from Lloyd’s Register (LR) for Sulphur Dioxide (SO₂) emissions reporting.

Hactl becomes the first air cargo terminal in the world to roll out 100% closed-loop recycled plastic sheets

AJOT Newsroom | March 24, 2026 | Green Shipping

Hong Kong Air Cargo Terminals Limited (Hactl) has achieved a world first in its quest to introduce and adopt 100% closed-loop recycled plastic sheets for cargo operations.

Vector Global Logistics honors B Corp month and second consecutive year as certified B Corporation

Vector Global Logistics | March 24, 2026 | Logistics | Supply Chain | Rethinking the Supply Chain

Achieving a B Corp CertificationTM is a mark of excellence and involves an extensive assessment process that evaluates how a company's operations and business model affect all stakeholders, including customers, employees, communities, and the environment.

Schneider drivers build stable careers with reliable freight, flexible options and transfer program

Schneider | March 24, 2026 | Trucking

In an industry where freight can be unpredictable and home time can vary, Schneider continues to stand out by offering steady miles, flexible driving jobs and a structured driver transfer process that helps nearly 2,000 drivers every year move into new roles without leaving the company.

US air system under strain: frozen funding, ICE agents in airports, crash shutting LaGuardia

Reuters | March 23, 2026 | Air Cargo | Airports

The strained U.S. air-travel system was stretched even further on Monday after two pilots died in a runway accident that shut New York's LaGuardia Airport and President Donald Trump deployed armed immigration agents to help with hours-long lines that have cropped up at security checkpoints nationwide.

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