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CMA CGM Announcement: EEIS - Reefer cargo from Spain Med to Asia

AJOT Newsroom | March 17, 2025 | Maritime

In a continued effort to provide customers with reliable and efficient services, CMA CGM is implementing an Empty Equipment Imbalance Surcharge at origin (EEIS) from Spain Med to Asia as follows

INTERCARGO Statement on the Loss of Seafarers in the Attack on a Merchant Ship in Odesa

AJOT Newsroom | March 17, 2025 | Logistics

Globe Air Cargo Dominican Republic celebrates 20 years of dedicated service

AJOT Newsroom | March 17, 2025 | Air Cargo | General

Over the past two decades, Globe Air Cargo has played a crucial role in shaping the air cargo landscape in the Dominican Republic. Through its commitment to innovation, customer service, and operational efficiency, the company has continuously adapted to meet market demands and strengthen its role as a strategic logistics hub.

PIL Logistics progresses on transformation with new logo and brand identity

AJOT Newsroom | March 17, 2025 | Logistics

The Switch inks landmark deal with Vard Electro to equip five offshore vessels

AJOT Newsroom | March 17, 2025 | Maritime

The Switch, a leading provider of innovative power electronics for the marine industry, has signed a multimillion-euro contract with Ålesund-based Vard Electro that marks a significant step in the company’s commitment to delivering cutting-edge products for innovative system integrators.

OrbitMI and Statu Shipping partner enhancing compliance and emissions management across its fleet

AJOT Newsroom | March 17, 2025 | Maritime

Nor-Shipping 2025 Thought Leader interview - Ståle Hansen, CEO, Skuld

AJOT Newsroom | March 17, 2025 | Maritime

How do you navigate an ever-changing industry defined not only by evolving regulations and climate concerns but also by a relentless succession of geopolitical shockwaves? ‘With strong partners,’ says Ståle Hansen. Here the Skuld CEO offers a steady appraisal of current challenges and opportunities, arguing that collaboration and trust can create stability in a seemingly unstable world.

Port of Tacoma and Tacoma Public Schools give final approval for Port Maritime Center

AJOT Newsroom | March 17, 2025 | Ports & Terminals | Ports

Port of Tacoma Commissioners voted unanimously on November 19 for final approval of the Port Maritime Center, paving the way for a 20-acre project that will bring new life and opportunity to the east side of the Foss Waterway in Tacoma.

Container Shipping Sector Fourth Quarter Results

AJOT Newsroom | March 17, 2025 | International Trade | By The Numbers

The container shipping industry had total net income of $15.8 billion in 4Q24, an $11.0 billion and 41.0% decrease sequentially from the $26.8 billion earnings reported in 3Q24. Compared to last year's fourth quarter, net income in this quarter represented an increase of $16.5 billion from the $0.7 billion loss in the year ago quarter.

Unigroup announces enhancements to drive growth and operational excellence

AJOT Newsroom | March 17, 2025 | Trucking | People | Appointments

As part of its ongoing commitment to growth, enhancing the member experience and driving operational excellence, UniGroup, the parent company of United Van Lines and Mayflower Transit, has made strategic organizational adjustments to strengthen its foundation for the future.

Altman Joint Venture gets $31.9M loan for South Florida Logistics Park

AJOT Newsroom | March 17, 2025 | Logistics

The financing will fund construction for the new, Class A logistics facility in Davie, Florida on the 11.3-acre site formerly home to an events and catering space.

SC Ports: Extended Gates at WWT 3/15/25

AJOT Newsroom | March 17, 2025 | Ports & Terminals | Ports

The South Carolina Ports Authority will extend gate hours at the Wando Welch Terminal Saturday, March 15, 2025. Container Gate Hours will be 0600-1700 for dry containers only.

International Trade

AJOT Newsroom | March 17, 2025

Global Trade Disrupted: How new US tariffs are shaking up the shipping industry

The 47th United States President issued three executive orders on February 1st 2025, just days after his inauguration, which directed the US to impose an additional 25 per cent ad valorem rate of duty on imports from Canada and Mexico, as well as ten per cent on imports from China.

SeaPort Manatee to receive $2 million state grant for key roadway project

SeaPort Manatee | March 14, 2025 | Ports & Terminals | Ports

SeaPort Manatee is to receive $2 million in state grant funding to advance critical enhancement of roadway access at the fast-growing hub of maritime commerce, Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis announced today [Friday, March 14] at the port.

Industrial Development Briefs: CSX, NS, BNSF

Marybeth Luczak | March 14, 2025 | Intermodal | Rail

The city of Winter Haven, Fla., lands a $1.5 million grant to extend rail access within the Central Florida Integrated Logistics Park, which is served by CSX. Also, Norfolk Southern (NS)-partner The Anderson-DuBose Company breaks ground on a Tennessee distribution facility; and BNSF welcomes to its network ALCIVIA, which recently completed major construction milestones at its new train shuttle loading facility in Hager City, Wis.

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