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CSX honors 62 customers with annual “Chemical Safety Excellence” award

AJOT Newsroom | April 15, 2025 | Intermodal | Rail

CSX on April 14 announced 62 customers as winners of the company’s 31st Annual Chemical Safety Excellence Award for their “dedication to safely transporting hazardous materials across the company’s rail network in 2024.”

Cargostore Worldwide completes acquisition of Reftrade UK and Environstore

AJOT Newsroom | April 15, 2025 | Logistics

Cargostore Worldwide, a leading global supplier of DNV and ISO certified shipping containers for onshore and offshore projects, has today announced the completion of its acquisition of two independently owned, Aberdeen-based companies; Reftrade UK and Environstore.

Port of Oakland appoints new Director of Utilities

AJOT Newsroom | April 15, 2025 | Ports & Terminals | Ports

The Port of Oakland has appointed Andre Basler as the first Director of Utilities. The newly created executive-level position will administer the Port’s Utilities Division, which is undergoing sweeping changes with the upgrading of Port facilities and zero emission transformation.

DSV announces changes to its Executive Management

AJOT Newsroom | April 15, 2025 | Logistics | People | Appointments

After obtaining all regulatory clearances for DSV's acquisition of Schenker, DSV announces the first executive leadership appointments to maintain momentum and further strengthen the commercial approach and integration efforts.

Yale announces 2024 Dealer of Excellence award winners

AJOT Newsroom | April 15, 2025 | Trucking

“Our network of entrepreneurial, independent dealers provides us with a unique competitive edge, essential for delivering the expert knowledge and support that drive customer satisfaction and attract new business,” says Bob Sattler, Vice President of Dealer Business Development. “The remarkable consistency with which this year’s award recipients excel among a talented group of dealers is truly exceptional.”

TIACA expands team, adding border management expertise and global representation

The DDC Group Named a Top 100 Logistics & Supply Chain Technology Provider for Fifth Consecutive Year

The DDC Group | April 15, 2025 | Logistics

The DDC Group, a premier tech-led business process management (BPM) company, is named in Inbound Logistics’ 2025 Top 100 Logistics and Supply Chain Technology Providers.

Airbus affirms 2025 targets but is watching trade impact

Reuters | April 15, 2025 | Air Cargo | Airlines

European planemaker Airbus stuck to its full-year 2025 forecasts on Tuesday but told shareholders it was "closely and actively" monitoring the trade and economic disruption seen in recent weeks.

Trump administration sued over tariffs in US Court of International Trade

Reuters | April 15, 2025 | International Trade

A legal advocacy group on Monday asked the U.S. Court of International Trade to block President Donald Trump's sweeping tariffs on foreign trading partners, arguing the president overstepped his authority.

Chile pushes back against Trump copper tariff probe

Reuters | April 15, 2025 | International Trade | Commodity

Copper imports from Chile, the top supplier of the metal to the United States, do not threaten U.S. security interests, the Chilean government said in a letter to President Donald Trump's administration, which is considering tariffs on the metal needed for electric vehicles and myriad industrial uses.

Microsoft signs large carbon removal deal backing AtmosClear’s Louisiana project

Reuters | April 15, 2025 | Energy | Alternative

Microsoft said on Tuesday it signed a contract for a project in Louisiana that would remove 6.75 million metric tons of carbon dioxide over 15 years, which it says is the world's biggest permanent carbon removal project to date.

US import prices unexpectedly fall in March on cheaper energy goods

Reuters | April 15, 2025 | International Trade | Commodity

U.S. import prices unexpectedly fell in March, pulled down by decreasing costs for energy products, but the trend is unlikely to be sustained amid an escalation in trade tensions.

Oil prices dip after IEA cuts demand outlook

Reuters | April 15, 2025 | Energy | By The Numbers

Oil prices inched down on Tuesday after the International Energy Agency followed OPEC in slashing its oil demand forecast, though price falls were limited by U.S.

Rain helps Rhine river shipping but water level still too low

Reuters | April 15, 2025 | Maritime

Rain in past days has slightly raised Rhine river water levels in Germany, but improvements were moderate and vessels are still sailing considerably less than half full, commodity

US import prices ease, but tariffs casting shadow over inflation

Reuters | April 15, 2025 | International Trade | By The Numbers

U.S. import prices unexpectedly fell in March, pulled down by decreasing costs for energy products, the latest indication that inflation was subsiding before

CHAMP Cargosystems dontates IATA ONE record hackathon prize money to the Emirates Airline Foundation

AJOT Newsroom | April 15, 2025 | Air Cargo | General

CHAMP Cargosystems, winners of the prestigious Jettainer ULD Challenge at the recent IATA ONE Record Hackathon, has announced its decision to donate the USD 3,000 prize to the Emirates Airline Foundation, reinforcing its commitment to social responsibility and supporting vulnerable children.

Nikolay Pargov appointed to lead the Girteka Logistics Business

AJOT Newsroom | April 15, 2025 | Logistics | People | Appointments

Effective April 7th, Nikolay Pargov has been appointed CEO of Girteka logistics business (currently named Girteka Europe West UAB). He’ll continue to focus on the growth of the logistics business, driving commercial and operational excellence, enhancing efficiency, and creating value for all stakeholders.

ITIC Boosts 2025 Continuity Credit to support members amid global economic uncertainty

AJOT Newsroom | April 15, 2025 | International Trade

In a bold show of support for its members during a time of increased global economic uncertainty, International Transport Intermediaries Club (ITIC) is increasing its continuity credit for the 2025 policy year. This strategic move offers meaningful economic relief, rewards member loyalty, and reinforces ITIC’s long-term commitment to retention and its 'members-first' mutual ethos.

4RCargo expands into Slovakia with new Central Eastern Europe office

AJOT Newsroom | April 15, 2025 | Air Cargo | General

4RCargo, the Independent General Sales and Services Agent (GSSA), has opened a new office in Bratislava, Slovakia as part of ongoing strategic expansion across Central Eastern Europe.

Mullen Group Ltd. acquires leading customs brokerage company

AJOT Newsroom | April 15, 2025 | Logistics

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