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AJOT Newsroom | February 26, 2025

Port of Hueneme and NYK Line sign historic MOU to launch green automotive shipping corridor

In a monumental step toward sustainability and environmental stewardship, the Port of Hueneme and NYK Line have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to establish a Green Automotive Shipping Corridor between Japan and Southern California.

Haynes Boone secures reversal of multimillion-dollar jury verdict clarifying off-duty conduct liability for employers

AJOT Newsroom | February 26, 2025 | Ports & Terminals | Equipment and Tech

DP World strengthens Americas team to boost trade growth with Africa

AJOT Newsroom | February 26, 2025 | Ports & Terminals | People | Appointments

Freight’s CO₂ problem: US states set for huge rise in emissions in 2025

AJOT Newsroom | February 26, 2025 | Green Shipping | Trucking

International Aerospace Womens Association announces new name, 501(c)(3) US tax status and enhanced structure

AJOT Newsroom | February 26, 2025 | Air Cargo

The International Aviation Womens Association has rebranded as the International Aerospace Womens Association (IAWA), taking a step forward in its mission to cultivate and advance women leaders in the aviation and aerospace industry worldwide.

Dachser launches ‘Smart Landbridge Connect’ to speed Irish exports to Europe

AJOT Newsroom | February 26, 2025 | Logistics

With up to forty weekly departures to destinations across thirty-five countries, Dachser Ireland leverages its leading European network to offer an unrivaled service.

IBA forecasts Heathrow’s third runway could increase annual CO2 emissions by over 50%

AJOT Newsroom | February 26, 2025 | Air Cargo | Airports | Green Shipping

Savino Del Bene expands operations in the Netherlands with a new strategic logistics facility in Hoofddorp

AJOT Newsroom | February 26, 2025 | Logistics | Supply Chain

Galveston Wharves updating master plan to accommodate growth

By Rodger Rees, Galveston Wharves Port Director and CEO | February 26, 2025 | Ports & Terminals

Galveston Wharves is updating its 20-Year Strategic Master Plan to prepare for growth in its three main business lines – cruise, cargo and commercial.

ITS Logistics February Supply Chain Report: Warehouse lease costs stay high, truckload contract & spot rates dip

AJOT Newsroom | February 26, 2025 | Logistics

Economic outlook for global growth is projected to be 3.3% in 2025 and 2026, but ITS Logistics cautions businesses amidst tariff uncertainties

CHAMP Cargosystems wins Jettainer ULD Challenge at IATA ONE Record Hackathon 2025

AJOT Newsroom | February 26, 2025 | Air Cargo | Technology

A team comprised of CHAMP Cargosystems professionals emerged victorious at this year’s IATA ONE Record Hackathon.

[Freightos Weekly Update] Proposed US port call fees for Chinese vessels latest to roil container market

AJOT Newsroom | February 26, 2025 | Maritime | Liner Shipping

US abstains from WTO condemnation of Russia’s aggression in Ukraine, sources say

Reuters | February 26, 2025 | International Trade

The United States on Wednesday abstained from co-sponsoring a joint statement at the World Trade Organization condemning Russia's aggression in Ukraine, a diplomatic source and a Geneva trade official told Reuters.

Ukraine outlines U.S. minerals deal, document has no concrete security guarantees

Reuters | February 26, 2025 | International Trade | Commodity

Ukraine said on Wednesday Washington would commit to supporting Kyiv's efforts to obtain security guarantees under a finalized minerals deal the two nations have wrangled over for two weeks, but the Americans offered no security pledges of their own.

White House official: If Zelenskiy says minerals deal isn’t finalized, invitation to meet Trump may not make sense

Reuters | February 26, 2025 | International Trade | Commodity

Farmers in the U.S. plan to plant more corn and fewer soybeans this spring than they did last year, hoping to eke out a profit and shield themselves from U.S. President Donald Trump’s threatened tariffs, growers and analysts said.