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Turkey says it has Black Sea grain plan and is in contact with Russia, Ukraine

Reuters | August 31, 2026 | Maritime | Bulk

Turkey has prepared a plan for the safe passage of grain via the Black Sea and is in contact with both Russia and Ukraine regarding it, Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan said on Monday.

Prasco increases pharmaceutical footprint in Ohio

AJOT Newsroom | August 31, 2026 | Logistics

Prasco, LLC announced the acquisition of a strategically located distribution facility in Carey, Ohio.

Energy

Reuters | August 31, 2026

Experts, lawyers puzzled over US-Venezuela oil deal, call for contract transparency

A massive long-term oil deal expected to grant the U.S. access to a fifth of Venezuela's crude reserves has energy experts and lawyers questioning its legality and eventual execution, while calling on both governments for contract transparency.

Trinity Logistics earns 2026 Delaware Top Workplace through team member feedback

AJOT Newsroom | August 31, 2026 | Logistics

Contecon Manzanillo opens the port to ultra large container ships

AJOT Newsroom | August 31, 2026 | Ports & Terminals | Ports

Contecon Manzanillo S.A. de C.V. (CMSA) has paved the way for the Port of Manzanillo to accommodate ultra large container vessels after receiving the go-ahead to handle ships with drafts of up to 15.5 meters.

The Switch sees fuel efficiency drive strongest-ever order run for electric machines

AJOT Newsroom | August 31, 2026 | Energy | Alternative

Buoyant newbuilding activity combined with a growing focus on energy efficiency and optimization in newbuild specifications has helped drive one of the strongest-ever order runs for The Switch’s electric machines (EM) business.

WinGD shows payback on retrofit pathways to net-zero in latest Fuel Economics Report

AJOT Newsroom | August 31, 2026 | Energy | Alternative

Retrofitting for alternative fuels could help ship operators reach net-zero emissions cost-effectively, but further policy support is needed to strengthen the business case and ensure maritime decarbonization targets are met.

Royal Wagenborg selects De Boer Marine for fleetwide rollout of onboard connectivity, IT and cybersecurity

AJOT Newsroom | August 31, 2026 | Maritime

Royal Wagenborg is strengthening digital resilience across its fleet of general cargo vessels after selecting De Boer Marine for a multiyear, phased rollout of onboard connectivity, IT and cybersecurity.

CBP to temporarily halt vehicular traffic at Juarez-Lincoln Bridge during 25th Anniversary Remembrance Ceremony honoring 9/11 victims

AJOT Newsroom | August 31, 2026 | Trucking

TCC urges Congress to prioritize long-term Surface Transportation funding upon returning from August recess

AJOT Newsroom | August 28, 2026 | Trucking

TCC is specifically calling on Congress to pass a long-term surface transportation bill that restores advance appropriations and continues the programs authorized under the 2021 Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act.

US Army awards up to $2.2 billion to five companies to build microreactors on bases

Reuters | August 28, 2026 | Energy | Alternative

The U.S. Army said on Wednesday it is awarding up to $2.2 billion to five companies to build and operate tiny nuclear reactors on military bases, which it hopes will one day power remote installations.

Farm, biofuel groups urge Trump to curb expanded refinery exemptions

Reuters | August 28, 2026 | Energy

A coalition of U.S. farm and biofuel groups has urged President Donald Trump to reject a proposed expansion of exemptions from the nation's biofuel blending requirements, warning that a surge in waivers for small refineries would hurt rural America by undercutting demand for American crops and renewable fuels.

Reading Truck Equipment and Masterack unite to deliver one of North America’s largest commercial vehicle upfit networks

AJOT Newsroom | August 28, 2026 | Trucking

The integration brings together Masterack's leadership in cargo management solutions for commercial vans and pickup trucks with Reading Truck Equipment's nationwide network of commercial vehicle upfit, installation, parts and service locations.

Ravano Terminal: LSCT’s development plan continues

AJOT Newsroom | August 28, 2026 | Ports & Terminals | Terminals | Ports

Contracts have been signed for the supply of 4 ship-to-shore cranes and 18 yard cranes, representing a total investment of 90 million euros...

Grand opening of $750M CANXPORT logistics hub: A triumph for Canadian trade

AJOT Newsroom | August 28, 2026 | Logistics

Ray-Mont Logistics, Canadian National Railway (CN), and the Prince Rupert Port Authority (PRPA) announce the grand opening of CANXPORT, an innovative $750 million export logistics facility at the Port of Prince Rupert that is growing markets for Canadian exporters while supporting thousands of Canadian jobs.

Russia devastates Ukrainian food storage in stepped up attacks on logistics

Reuters | August 28, 2026 | Logistics

Recent Russian air attacks have destroyed around 90% of retailers' food logistics, Kyiv's agricultural minister said on Friday, revealing

Canadian economy recovers sharply in second quarter as domestic demand revives, exports grow

Reuters | August 28, 2026 | International Trade

Canada's economy rebounded sharply in the second quarter after six months of virtually no growth, aided by a strong jump in exports and solid domestic

Oil drifts lower as Hormuz flows balance slow progress in Iran diplomacy

Reuters | August 28, 2026 | International Trade

Oil prices fell on Friday and were on track for a weekly drop as traders weighed crude flows making it through the Strait of Hormuz against the deadlock in

Iran war mediators focus on reopening Strait of Hormuz

Reuters | August 28, 2026 | International Trade

Iran condemned the United States' new economic sanctions on Friday as "state terrorism" and said other countries were legally obliged

Air China Cargo partners with cargo.one to debut e-booking for thousands of freight forwarders

AJOT Newsroom | August 28, 2026 | Air Cargo | Technology

Air China Cargo, the national-flag cargo carrier of China and dedicated air freight subsidiary of Air China, unveiled a partnership that now brings its air freight capacity to cargo.one. Air China Cargo’s first global digital distribution partnership places its capacity within the AI-powered workflows of thousands of freight forwarders using cargo.one.

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