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Signal Ocean Weekly Dry Market Monitor: Week 31, 2026

AJOT Newsroom | August 06, 2026 | Maritime | Bulk

Strait of Hormuz - a renewed blockade impairs dry-bulk crossings

Liebherr LHM 550 supports Patimban terminal’s operational debut

AJOT Newsroom | August 06, 2026 | Ports & Terminals | Equipment and Tech

The Liebherr LHM 550 has been supplied in a container-focused configuration to enable Patimban Global Gateway Terminal to commence container operations while permanent quay equipment is progressively introduced.

Singapore says exports worth $7.4 billion affected by new U.S. tariffs

Reuters | August 06, 2026 | International Trade

About one-third of Singapore's exports to the U.S., worth S$9.5 billion ($7.4 billion), will be affected by a new U.S. tariff of 12.5% imposed on July 24, Trade Minister Gan Kim Yong said.

FCC chair says robot import restrictions aim to boost US production

Reuters | August 06, 2026 | International Trade

The chair of the U.S. Federal Communications Commission, Brendan Carr, said on Thursday that restrictions targeting imports of Chinese robots and power inverters are aimed at quickly spurring U.S. production and addressing national security risks.

North Carolina Railroad Company invests $600,000 to spur new jobs in Sanford

AJOT Newsroom | August 06, 2026 | Intermodal | Rail

The North Carolina Railroad Company (NCRR) will invest up to $600,000 to build critical rail infrastructure for STERIS plc , a global healthcare leader, which plans to locate a new Chemistries Manufacturing Center of Excellence in Sanford, North Carolina.

Logistics Plus earns SQF certification for Its Phoenix warehouse

AJOT Newsroom | August 06, 2026 | Logistics

Logistics Plus, Inc. (LP), a global leader in transportation, logistics, and unique supply chain solutions, today announced that its Phoenix, Arizona warehouse has earned Safe Quality Food (SQF) certification — one of the most rigorous, internationally recognized food safety and quality standards in the world.

Panama Canal again tightens draft limits as water levels under pressure

Reuters | August 06, 2026 | Ports & Terminals | Canal and Waterway

The Panama Canal said on Wednesday it will tighten limits on how heavily loaded large ships can be in the coming weeks, as water levels and weather conditions continue to put pressure on the key trade route.

US refunds $100 billion in tariffs struck down by Supreme Court, filing shows

Reuters | August 06, 2026 | International Trade

President Donald Trump's administration has refunded about $100 billion from tariffs that it collected before the U.S. Supreme Court struck down those duties, a court filing showed.

Air Charter Service hits $845 million revenue in H1

AJOT Newsroom | August 06, 2026 | Air Cargo | Charters

Leading aircraft charter specialist, Air Charter Service, has enjoyed an excellent first six months of its financial year, in which charter flight numbers saw significant growth, and revenues rose by 38% to more than $845 million for the six months.

CMA CGM PSS - reefers from Morocco to West Africa

AJOT Newsroom | August 06, 2026 | Maritime | Liner Shipping

CMA CGM informs of the following Peak Season Surcharge (PSS):

Damen delivers CF 3850 CF Anja to Juru Agentura Forsa

AJOT Newsroom | August 06, 2026 | Maritime | Bulk

On 3 August, Damen Shipyards Group delivered a Combi Freighter (CF) 3850 to Lithuania-based Juru Agentura Forsa.

New case study shows how federal transportation funding is powering America’s energy security & AI innovation

AJOT Newsroom | August 06, 2026 | Energy

Svitzer signs contract with Swan Defence and Heavy Industries for four 32 metre TRAnsverse tugs

AJOT Newsroom | August 06, 2026 | Ports & Terminals | Equipment and Tech

• Contract continues Svitzer’s ongoing investment in fleet growth and renewal with industry-leading TRAnsverse tug design • Deepens Svitzer’s investment in India and commitment to Maritime India Vision 2030, along with Make in India and Atmanirbhar Bharat initiatives.

ConocoPhillips CEO Lance departs as oil producer posts best profit since 2022

Reuters | August 06, 2026 | Energy

ConocoPhillips said on Thursday that CEO Ryan Lance will retire after 14 years, with CFO Andy O'Brien set to succeed him on September 1 after the oil and gas producer posted better-than-expected quarterly profit.

[Freightos Weekly Update] Transpac peak may stretch on even as Asia - Europe ocean cools

AJOT Newsroom | August 06, 2026 | Maritime | Liner Shipping

Iran and Oman may soon announce a bilateral agreement to reopen the Strait of Hormuz for sixty days, with vessels coordinating entry via the northern lane with Iran and exit via the southern lane with Oman; the deal may be contingent on the US removing its blockade, and traffic recovery is expected to be gradual if it goes into effect.

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