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ESPAS and Steinehelden use Descartes’ solution to optimize ecommerce productivity

AJOT Newsroom | October 28, 2025 | Shipping Technology

Descartes Systems Group, the global leader in uniting logistics-intensive businesses in commerce, announced that Switzerland’s ESPAS, a non-profit foundation for labor integration that manages ecommerce fulfillment for various web shops, and Germany’s Steinehelden, a non-profit company that operates an online shop for LEGO® products, are using Descartes’ ecommerce warehouse management system (WMS) to optimize ecommerce fulfillment processes, reduce error rates and increase customer satisfaction.

Alterra IOS announces close of $150M loan commitment from funds managed by Blue Owl Capital Inc.

AJOT Newsroom | October 28, 2025 | Logistics

RSGT and CMA CGM sign term sheet at FII9 for an joint venture to develop & operate Terminal 4 at Jeddah Islamic Port

AJOT Newsroom | October 28, 2025 | Maritime | Liner Shipping | Ports & Terminals | Terminals

• The planned investment will deliver advanced infrastructure, high-standard handling equipment, and sustainability upgrades in line with Saudi Vision 2030. • The partnership aims to boost capacity, technology, and reliability at Jeddah Islamic Port, reinforcing its role as a key Red Sea logistics hub. • Planned SAR 1.7 billion (US$450 million) investment; Sub-concession to be structured under RSGT’s existing concession with the Saudi Ports Authority (Mawani) as part of RSGT’s commitment to develop Terminal 4.

Harren Group partners with Orca AI to promote AI-powered navigational safety for newbuild fleet

AJOT Newsroom | October 28, 2025 | Maritime | Technology | Project / Heavy Lift | Maritime Project

Harren Group, one of Germany’s leading ship-owning and maritime logistics specialists, will partner with maritime technology pioneer Orca AI to strengthen navigational safety and operational efficiency for their newbuild heavy-lift vessels (HLVs), multipurpose vessels (MPVs), deck carriers and bulkers – marking a key milestone in Harren Group’s drive toward a measurable, data-driven safety culture.

Logistics

AJOT Newsroom | October 28, 2025

GEODIS announces new U.S. freight forwarding managing director

GEODIS, a leading global logistics provider, today announced the appointment of Guillaume Bournisien as Managing Director of Freight Forwarding in the US, effective November 1, 2025.

US power demand rises as data centers spread but prices won’t peak until 2030

AJOT Newsroom | October 28, 2025 | Energy

US retail power prices have surged 13% since 2022, outpacing the Consumer Price Index (CPI) and driving higher costs for consumers.

U.S. highway user tax bonds supported by favorable gas tax trends despite longer-term funding shifts

AJOT Newsroom | October 28, 2025 | Trucking

Echandia wins contract to supply battery systems for Spliethoff’s newbuild cargo vessels

AJOT Newsroom | October 28, 2025 | Energy | Alternative | Green Shipping | Maritime | Breakbulk News

Shape Digital and PRIO sign technology agreement

AJOT Newsroom | October 28, 2025 | Shipping Technology

Copeland named 2026 AHR Innovation Awards double category winner

AJOT Newsroom | October 28, 2025 | Shipping Technology

UPS cut 48,000 jobs so far in 2025

Reuters | October 28, 2025 | Logistics | Integrators

United Parcel Service said on Tuesday it has cut 48,000 jobs so far this year.

Daphne Technology wins two awards at the 2025 SPE ATCE Startup Village

AJOT Newsroom | October 28, 2025 | Shipping Technology

Daphne Technology has received two awards at the Startup Village Energy Startup Competition, organized by the Society of Petroleum Engineers (SPE) during its Annual Technical Conference and Exhibition (ATCE 2025) in Houston.

Hundreds of air traffic controllers take second jobs as shutdown continues

Reuters | October 28, 2025 | Air Cargo | Airports

Hundreds of U.S. air traffic controllers have taken temporary second jobs as they miss their first full pay check on Tuesday, putting more pressure on the strained aviation safety system, a union official said Tuesday.

Flight delays soar past 5,600 as government shutdown hits Day 27

Reuters | October 28, 2025 | Air Cargo | Airports

U.S. air travel turmoil deepened as more than 5,600 flights were delayed nationwide on Monday, with air traffic controller absences surging as the federal government shutdown reached its 27th day.

PepsiCo Polska advances its logistics automation with Mecalux and launches a new smart warehouse

AJOT Newsroom | October 28, 2025 | Green Shipping | Logistics

The company will connect production and shipping with an automated system operating 24/7 to boost capacity and cut CO₂ emissions

Polar Leasing adds freight partner in Florida

AJOT Newsroom | October 28, 2025 | Logistics

Polar Leasing, the industry leader in walk-in rental refrigeration solutions, announces Bald Eagle Towing is the newest freight partner to join the company’s nationwide network.

Accelleron extends reach of LOREKA360° digital solutions in Korea with LAB021 tie-up

AJOT Newsroom | October 28, 2025 | Logistics

Accelleron has signed an agreement with maritime software developer LAB021 to extend the reach of its digital solutions among Korean shipbuilders, owners and operators.

Cidacos and Hutchison Ports BEST strengthen their commitment to sustainability

AJOT Newsroom | October 28, 2025 | Green Shipping | Intermodal | Rail | Ports & Terminals | Equipment and Tech

Hyster-Yale Materials Handling recognized as Environmental Steward by NC Department of Environmental Quality

AJOT Newsroom | October 28, 2025 | Green Shipping

China and ASEAN, hit by U.S. tariffs, sign upgraded free trade pact

Reuters | October 28, 2025 | International Trade

The Southeast Asian bloc ASEAN and China on Tuesday signed an upgrade to their free trade agreement, which is expected to include sections on digital, green economy and other new industries.

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