Port of Montreal and Adani Group strengthen ties between India and Canada and renew collaboration agreement
JNPA wins National Award for Artificial Intelligence
Haifa Port official outlines 3 million containers' annual capacity for India-Europe trade corridor
Exemption from immediate compliance to requirements under the Merchant Shipping (Regulation of Entry of Ships into Coastal Waters) Rules, 2026, revised requirements for ships entering or operating in Indian coastal waters
Maritime attacks in Strait of Hormuz surge to highest level since war began
US proposes $200,000 fee on Spanish vessels in retaliation for port ban
India-US trade negotiations nearing final landing point: EAM Jaishankar
Two specialised credit risk insurance policies to boost shipbuilding industry launched
Rising Ethiopia-Eritrea conflict threatens critical Red Sea shipping lanes for India
Immense disparity in trade volumes drive deficit with China past $100 billion mark
India's petroleum products exports help reduce US dollar burn
Tuticorin Container Terminal handles 33,771TEU in September
VIDEO: U.S. Navy demonstrates successful drone ship landing without GPS The U.S. Naval Air Warfare Center Aircraft Division (NAWCAD) reports that it has proved that an unmanned system can navigate missions and land aboard Navy ships without GPS or pilot control. "In
Q&A: From a kitchen table to 50 years on the water: Midwest Tankermen celebrates a milestone As Midwest Tankermen in Lockport, Ill., approaches its 50th anniversary in January 2027, the company is reflecting on five decades of growth, industry change and a commitment to the people who keep
Spirit of Toulouse: World's largest wind-propelled RO/RO gets its rotor sails LD Armateurs and Norsepower report that Spirit of Toulouse, the lead vessel in the new fleet of three low-emission RO/RO ships being built to support Airbus's transport operations has now been installed
Fincantieri Marine Group moves ahead on Wisconsin shipyard modernization Through its U.S. subsidiary Fincantieri Marine Group (FMG), Fincantieri is moving forward with modernization of its three Wisconsin shipyards, backed by $10 million in new U.S. Navy and U.S. Maritime Administration (MARAD)
Newdock names Jared Newcombe its CEO Canadian ship repairer Newdock (St. John's Dockyard Limited), St. John's, Newfoundland,has appointed Jared Newcombe its chief executive officer. Newdock says the appointment reflects its continued evolution as the company strengthens its leadership
Hapag-Lloyd moves Bulgaria DG documentation online Hapag-Lloyd will introduce a new process for submitting Dangerous Goods documentation for export shipments originating from Bulgaria. From 1 November 2026, customers must submit all DG documentation through the Booking Amendment Tool in the carrier's customer portal. Documentation submitted by email, through other communication channels or to other departments will no longer be accepted. Customer
Successful Conclusion of the 20th Anniversary Annual Marine Technology Conference The Hellenic Institute of Marine Technology (H.I.M.T.) successfully organised the 20th Annual Marine Technology Conference, held on 6 and 7 October 2026 at the Eugenides Foundation, preceded by a pre-conference event on 5 October at the V.Ships Auditorium in Piraeus. This year's conference was of particular significance, marking the twentieth anniversary of an established institution that has bec
C.H. Robinson identifies five forces shaping freight markets in 2027 C.H. Robinson has released its 2027 Freight Market Outlook, identifying five major factors that could influence transportation costs, capacity and supply chain operations over the coming year. The report examines developments across ocean shipping, air freight, road transport, intermodal services and port operations. It highlights how regulatory changes, capacity pressures and geopolitical uncert
Taureana di Palmi Port redevelopment begins The Conference of Services for the completion of the docks at the Port of Taureana di Palmi has concluded, enabling a EUR 7.5 million project that will significantly expand the port's capacity, improve recreational boating services and integrate environmental and landscape enhancements into the Costa Viola coastal context. The project has been awarded to SILEM, Società Italiana Lavori Edili Marit
A.P. Moller Capital agrees to acquire Portek International A.P. Moller Capital has signed an agreement to acquire 100% of Singapore-based port operator Portek International from Mitsui & Co. The transaction will be completed through the A.P. Moller Capital Emerging Markets Infrastructure Fund II. Founded in 1988, Portek operates a geographically diversified portfolio of multipurpose terminals serving domestic and international trade flows. The company ha
Only 38% of UK operators use alternative fuel vehicles, GXO finds Only 38% of UK transport operators surveyed are currently using alternative fuel vehicles, despite widespread efforts to reduce emissions, according to new research from GXO Logistics. The company's latest Future of Transport report, published on 14 October 2026, surveyed more than 1,000 supply chain, transport and logistics decision-makers across the United Kingdom. The findings show that 87% of
Georgia Ports secures Army Corps permit for Savannah Container Terminal Georgia Ports Authority has announced that the US Army Corps of Engineers has approved the permit for the Savannah Container Terminal following a three-year review process, with the announcement made by President Kevin Price at the annual State of the Port of Savannah event. Construction on the new terminal is scheduled to begin in January 2028, with completion anticipated in the mid-2030s. The U
Alabama port records strong revenue The Alabama Port Authority has closed fiscal year 2026 with revenue of approximately US$ 245 million, an increase of more than 20% over the previous fiscal year, marking the strongest revenue year in the organisation's history. The record result came just over one year after the Mobile Ship Channel reached its authorised depth of 50 feet on October 3, 2025, with increased customer demand, higher
Hapag-Lloyd ends CPF feeder and revises TWX rotation Hapag-Lloyd will discontinue its China Philippines Feeder service and revise the rotation of its Taichung Express as part of changes to its Intra-Asia feeder network. The final CPF sailings will be operated by Hazira Express on voyages 645S and 649N. Port Vessel and voyage Final departure Nansha Hazira Express 645S 22 November 2026 Singapore Hazira Express 649N 1 December 2026 Subic Bay Hazira Ex
Explainer: Arctic option, on four conditions Seoul hails the Northern Sea Route as a crisis lane. Season, tonnage, Russian permission and a split liner market decide whether it can be one
Gary Cobbing appointed CEO of Ellerman City Liners Ellerman City Liners has appointed Gary Cobbing as its new Chief Executive Officer. Cobbing has worked within the GB Global Group for more than 17 years, holding several senior leadership positions across its shipping, logistics and supply chain operations. In his new role, he will lead Ellerman City Liners' strategic direction, with responsibility for customer service, operational performance, n
Hapag-Lloyd sets Americas GRI from East Coast South America Hapag-Lloyd will introduce a General Rate Increase on standard container shipments from the East Coast of South America to several destinations across the Americas. The GRI will take effect on 15 November 2026 and will remain valid until further notice. The following increase will apply: Origin Destination Service Increase South America East Coast South America West Coast CON US$1,000 per standar
MSC blanks two Britannia sailings on Asia-North Europe trade MSC will blank two consecutive Britannia sailings as part of a capacity adjustment on its Asia-North Europe network. The affected departures are voyage QB645W in week 45 and voyage QB646W in week 46. Week Service Voyage 45 Britannia QB645W 46 Britannia QB646W MSC attributed the changes to ongoing market challenges. The carrier said customers can continue placing bookings as usual, with alternativ
Explainer: The corridor is the target Bulgaria's accusation against Moscow exposes a western Black Sea where risk now attaches to the trade route itself, and where insurers, not navies, set the terms of passage
Icon Energy expands containership portfolio with new feeder vessel investment Nasdaq-listed shipping company Icon Energy has agreed to acquire a minority interest in a company owning a 1,800 TEU ECO containership, marking a further expansion of its investments in the container shipping sector. The vessel, built in 2023, is currently employed under a fixed-rate time charter with a major container shipping operator. The agreement provides for a daily charter rate of US$24,75
Explainer: The Eastern Mediterranean's contested logistics order As carriers return to Suez, the basin's ports are being rebuilt less as commercial hubs than as instruments of influence, and their value increasingly depends on who stands behind them
FMC proposes shipping fees and trade restrictions against Spain The US Federal Maritime Commission (FMC) has proposed new fees on Spanish-flagged vessels and restrictions on certain Spanish imports after concluding that Spain denied US-flagged ships access to its ports. In a statement issued on 14 October 2026, the FMC said its investigation found evidence that Spain had created unfavorable conditions for US shipping. The regulator is now seeking public comme
Rhenus opens humanitarian logistics office in Dubai Rhenus has opened a permanent humanitarian logistics office within Dubai Humanitarian, expanding its ability to coordinate emergency relief shipments across international markets. The new office, inaugurated on 14 October 2026, brings Rhenus closer to United Nations agencies, non-governmental organisations and other humanitarian partners operating from the Dubai hub. The opening follows the launc
Suez Canal container ship transits exceed half of pre-crisis levels Container ship traffic through the Suez Canal has reached its highest level since the Red Sea disruptions began, with weekly transiting capacity exceeding half of pre-crisis levels for the first time. According to BIMCO, citing Clarksons Research data, an average of 753,000 TEU of container ship capacity passed through the canal each week during the first two weeks of October 2026. This compares
Port of Oakland records container volume growth in September The Port of Oakland handled 188,517 TEUs in September 2026, a 5.4% increase compared to September 2025, with growth in both loaded imports and exports driving the improvement. Combined loaded container volume rose 7.7% year-on-year, with loaded imports reaching 82,975 TEUs, up 9.6% and reversing declines recorded in July and August, while loaded exports reached 63,299 TEUs, up 5.3% and marking th
Guangzhou and Hong Kong open electric container shuttle Guangzhou Port has launched the Greater Bay Area's first zero-carbon container route, putting a battery-electric vessel into cross-border service between Nansha and Hong Kong. The 240 teu Sui Gang Dian Hang 02 opened the route this week, carrying furniture and consumer goods to Hong Kong International Terminals. The vessel uses containerised batteries that can be ...
COSCO lands ten-year Chinese car-export deal COSCO Shipping Specialized Carriers' car-carrier business has signed a 10-year contract of affreightment with Chinese automaker DFSK, securing a long-term vehicle-export cargo relationship. The agreement was signed with Chongqing Xiaokang Import & Export, DFSK's export operation. The companies said they intend to expand shipping volumes, allocate vessel capacity and develop the global route netwo
Jinhui cashes in on veteran bulker Hong Kong-based dry bulk owner Jinhui Shipping and Transportation has agreed to sell another ageing supramax, continuing its fleet renewal drive with a $14.6m deal involving a Hong Kong buyer. The Oslo-listed company, majority-owned by Hong Kong-listed Jinhui Holdings, has signed a memorandum of agreement to offload the 2007-built, 55,496 dwt Jin Xing to Heng ...
Germany puts $448m behind 47-point green shipping plan Germany has approved a national shipping decarbonisation programme backed by €400m ($448.8m) in funding, including proposals for greener shipping corridors, alternative fuel infrastructure and financial incentives for vessel renewal. The federal cabinet adopted the National Action Plan for Climate-Friendly Shipping yesterday, establishing 47 measures aimed at accelerating the transition of both s
Suez tightens transit rules for ageing ships The Suez Canal Authority (SCA) has introduced mandatory inspections and trials for vessels aged 25 years and older, adding further costs and potential delays for operators of ageing tonnage. The new regulations, already effective, require vessels to undergo a comprehensive inspection and trials before securing permission to transit the canal, with all applicable fees payable ...
Icon Energy expands boxship exposure Nasdaq-listed Greek dry bulk owner Icon Energy is expanding its containership investments, agreeing to take a minority stake in a second feeder vessel employed under a long-term charter. The Ismini Panagiotidi-led company said it would acquire approximately 2.8% of the entity being established to own a 2023-built, 1,800 teu eco-design containership. The vessel is chartered ...
Malta puts seafarer record books on digital wallet Malta has moved its Seaman's Record Book onto a digital-only platform supplied by IDsure and local secure-document specialist Galaxy. The system is live across the Malta Ship Registry, replacing the physical book used to document a seafarer's service at sea. Seafarers continue to apply through the Merchant Shipping Directorate's online portal. Following approval and identity ...
A.P. Moller Capital strikes deal for Mitsui's Portek A.P. Moller Capital has lined up another port acquisition, agreeing to take full control of Singapore-based terminal operator Portek International from Japanese trading house Mitsui & Co. The Copenhagen-based infrastructure investor will acquire 100% of Portek through its Emerging Markets Infrastructure Fund II. Financial terms have not been disclosed. Founded in 1988, Portek has interests ...
US shadow fleet proposal sparks tanker stock rout Asian shipping stocks took a beating on Thursday as reports that Washington is considering easing sanctions on shadow fleet tankers sent investors scrambling to reassess the extraordinary freight boom that has sent some spot segments into million-dollar territory for the first time in history. COSCO Shipping Energy plunged more than 13% in Hong Kong, while ...
Finder Energy locks in rig for Timor-Leste campaign Australia's Finder Energy has hired a semisub rig for a three-well development campaign on the Kuda Tasi and Jahal (KTJ) development offshore Timor-Leste. The contract covers three firm wells and options for two additional wells using the Hakuryu-5 rig, with drilling scheduled to start in December 2027. Finder expects the three-well programme to take around ...
Hormuz claims two more ships in fresh wave of strikes Two ships have sunk near the Strait of Hormuz as fresh attacks on commercial shipping have hit three containerships linked to Abu Dhabi's AD Ports Group. The Singapore-flagged GFS Pride, a 2008-built, 2,824 teu feeder operated by Dubai-based Global Feeder Shipping (GFS), was struck by an unidentified projectile on Tuesday, caught fire and subsequently sank. ...
China completes world's first commercial green ammonia ship-to-ship bunkering China has completed the world's first commercial ship-to-ship green ammonia bunkering operation, transferring 1,000 tonnes of the fuel to Belgian shipowner CMB.TECH's newly delivered Mineral Europa. The operation, carried out on October 13 and 14 at an anchorage off Zhoushan, saw the dedicated bunkering vessel Shenghang Yongle supply the 210,000 dwt bulker, the world's first ...
DEME adds turbine scope to Dutch offshore wind farm job Belgian marine contractor DEME has secured a second major contract on the 1GW Zeevonk offshore wind project in the Netherlands, adding turbine installation to its existing foundation scope. The latest award covers the transport and installation of 69 wind turbines for the project's first phase, which Vattenfall and Copenhagen Infrastructure Partners are developing through its ...
NATO's Black Sea flank on alert after series of attacks A chemical tanker has reported a suspected drone strike inside Romanian territorial waters. The Comoros-flagged Yara J was anchored approximately 10 nautical miles southeast of Sulina on Wednesday evening when its crew reported an explosion and fire onboard. The vessel, which was in ballast and reportedly preparing to enter the Danube, extinguished the fire without ...
BGN takes VLGC ordering spree to 10 ships Dubai-based energy trader BGN International has returned to South Korea's HD Hyundai Heavy Industries for four more VLGC newbuildings, taking its ordering tally at the yard this year to ten ships. The latest contract covers four 93,000 cu m LPG dual-fuel carriers, with delivery scheduled for January 2030.BGN said the agreement was signed at a ...
Capital Axis behind capesize deal of the year Broking sources are reporting the highest-priced capesize vessel transaction of 2026, with Greek owner Capital Axis Maritime reportedly in the process of selling a newbuilding for $90m. Brokers report the Arriktos, a 181,250 dwt capesize under construction at China's Hengli Shipbuilding, also known as Hengli Dalian Hl-B181k-25, is reportedly attracting Chinese buyers at $90m. The vessel, schedule
LD Armateurs unveils world's first six-sail cargo ship French shipowner LD Armateurs has completed the installation of six Norsepower rotor sails on Spirit of Toulouse, creating what it says is the world's first cargo vessel fitted with six mechanical sails. The ship, being built in China for Airbus logistics work, is the lead vessel in a three-ship series designed to transport large aircraft ...
DOF CSV secures another year of offshore support work Norwegian offshore vessel owner DOF has secured a one-year extension for one of its construction support vessels (CSV). The company said in an Oslo Børs filing that the client extended the contract for the 2009-built Skandi Nomad after exercising an extension option. Following the extensions, the Skandi Nomad is contracted until November 2027. Precise financial details were ...
Al Salam Boccaccio 9Shipping shares fall from highs amid broader stock market pressure It has been a rough few days for shipping equities, but several of these stocks were at multiyear highs early...
The Daily View: Sanctions pragmatism collides with shadow fleet reality
Three ships struck in Romanian waters as Danube attacks escalate Strikes in Romanian territorial waters mark a significant escalation in attacks on shipping serving Ukraine's Danube ports, raising fears of...
International Telecommunication Union wants STCW shake-up on cable-cutting ITU general secretary has met IMO counterpart Dominguez to discuss issue, source confirms
UK ports reject ETS avoidance claims as traffic rises The British Ports Association argues higher container traffic to Britain is due to competitiveness, not the result of ships trying...
Hormuz ship attacks hit record as Iran broadens campaign against commercial shipping Iran's escalating campaign against commercial shipping has pushed attacks around the Strait of Hormuz to a record monthly high, with...
AP Moller Capital expands ports portfolio with Portek acquisition Acquisition of Singapore-based Portek follows closely on the heels of AP Moller Capital's agreement to take a majority stake in...
Black Sea steel collapse squeezes small bulkers as war risks climb Russian steel loadings fell 94.4% year on year to 31,000 tonnes across only two voyages in August, according to Signal
Strong dry bulk fundamentals underpin rising asset values The strong dry cargo earnings environment has fuelled sale and purchase activity, with 150 bulk carriers changing hands since the...
Norway's IMO plan could break the IMO deadlock, but not cleanly Norway may have found a way to bridge the gap between having a carbon price and not. The test will...
Tanker stocks plunge across Asia as US weighs easing shadow fleet sanctions Latest developments deepen investor anxiety that record tanker earnings may not last, as intensified attacks in the Strait of Hormuz...
Daily Briefing Suez recovery gathers pace, but sector split points to limits ahead | Containership sinks in Strait of Hormuz as attacks...
The connection between tanker rates and Hormuz shuttles The most momentous spike in tanker history was caused by the success of the US-military-protected shuttle trade through the Strait...
Trucking employment rising despite fuel, economic headwinds For-hire motor carriers added jobs year over year in September for the first time in 41 months as higher pay and an uptick in demand drew more employees.
Massport names supply chain veteran as new port director Charlie Cunnion most recently served as vice president of supply chain and customer service for CMPC Forest Products North America.
ONE adds extra-loader to ease India-USEC space woes after ending 'WIN' loop Forwarders say the extra-loader has an allocation of about 1,000 TEUs for India loading, which they believe could also cover any cargo backed up due to space constraints.
Europe risks becoming a 'corpse' in steel sector: experts The demise of Europe's steel industry would lead to the collapse of the associated logistics sector that supports it, participants at the Port of Antwerp-Bruges Breakbulk Summit were told this week.
Growing backlog of empty containers hurting LA-LB port fluidity: HTA Empties that are not being shipped back to Asia are causing congestion at the US' busiest gateway, according to the Harbor Trucking Association, though marine terminals say the situation is being managed capably.
PhilaPort secures funding for more container, ro/ro capacity More than $800 million in new funds will help Philadelphia add container handling capacity at its Southport Marine Terminal in addition to the site's current auto handling capacity.
HMM commits $1.6bn to order a dozen container ships in major fleet investment Seoul-listed carrier approves investment in eight 13,000-teu newbuildings and four smaller resales
A night at the opera: why Evangelos Marinakis is throwing a party in New York Greek magnate takes break from latest IPO campaign to celebrate music of Greece and his parents' Crete
Trump sanctions plan sends 'wrong signal' to mainstream tanker owners, says Intertanko Industry body says reported US proposal to waive measures against blacklisted tankers poses major safety and environmental concerns
Capesize rout sees average freight rates drop 20% since Monday Assessment of average rates fell by just over 8% on Thursday, hitting sentiment harder
Kuwait ramping up fuel exports as second LR2 tanker leaves Gulf terminal Luckyride makes second trip from Mina Al Zour refinery
Greek owner Chemnav doubles suezmax newbuilding tally with deal at Penglai Coronis family outfit has now six tankers under construction in China and South Korea
Monaco-based owner branches into ultramax sector with newbuilding order Gestion Maritime expands beyond its traditional panamax and kamsarmax fleet
The valuation game: how Danaos stands to gain from an Oslo bulkers IPO This week's Streetwise takes a look at why New York-listed Danaos could profit handsomely from listing in the Norwegian capital
First tanker leaves Russia under Trump's diesel deal Vessel loaded at Primorsk and is heading to Morocco
Dark fleet hurdles cloud Trump's plan to ease tanker sanctions Loosening sanctions would add to potential supply, but vessels would probably not meet vetting standards
d'Amico International Shipping operations chief Carlsen moves on Chartering boss Mark Roberts stepping up to fill Dane's shoes
Posco ties up with Hanwha Ocean to push use of high-manganese steel Shipbuilder and steelmaker launch fresh battle for LNG carrier tank construction
Posco ties up with Hanwha Ocean in high manganese steel use push Shipbuilder and steelmaker launch fresh battle for LNG carrier tank construction
LD Armateurs newbuilding fitted with six rotor sails First of three vessels set to enter service transporting Airbus parts across the Atlantic
Pacific Basin Shipping margins rise as bulker market tightens Owner-operator has been repositioning supramaxes, anticipating an even stronger fourth-quarter market
EU proposals on ETS amendments fail to send right signals to European shipowners EU must triple proposed support for shipping decarbonisation and energy efficiency, argues ECSA
Several missing after tanker attacked in new Black Sea drone strike Any fatalities would push the seafarer toll from the Ukraine war to more than 90 deaths
Spend it while you can: Aponte's lesson for shipping's ageing owners Fortunes are made in shipping, but few owners live long enough to spend them. At 86, the MSC Group founder is showing one way to do it
LD Armateurs newbuilding gets six rotor sails First of three vessels set to enter service transporting Airbus parts across the Atlantic
Nordea shipping boss sees 'healthy pipeline of opportunities' Bank has broad range of financing and capital markets mandates, says Thor-Erik Bech
US threatens to punish Spanish shipping over Israel port ban Federal Maritime Commission has proposed charging Spanish-flagged vessels $200,000 per US port call
VLCC operator at centre of cyber hack claims denies propulsion systems compromised Tanker was boarded by US Coast Guard and FBI
Red-hot crude rates will not become new normal, says Kpler VLCCs are earning several times previous record rates, figures that will come down, trade analytics firm says
Turkish Black Sea coast becoming 'ship graveyard' as new drone-hit tanker washes ashore Storms in the region have forced two abandoned vessels towards the coast
Stena Line buys CLdN ro-ro as it returns chartered ships Swedish group to deploy veteran vessel in the Irish Sea
AP Moller Capital buys ports terminal operator from Mitsui Portek operates facilities in Africa, Asia and Europe
Eight missing after tanker attacked in new Black Sea drone strike Any fatalities would push the seafarer toll from the Ukraine war to more than 90 deaths
Cyprus moves to revive stalled FSRU-based LNG terminal Floating regasification unit converted for project has been lying idle off Malaysia for 23 months
Japan to 'offset' sky-high tanker rates to help oil imports Shippers will be able to access grant paid for by industry players
Stephenson Harwood boss steps down as law firm pursues merger Shipping specialist is seeking tie-up with Taylor Wessing
Tanker owner Tristar snapped up by Indian gas group in $800m deal Gas importer Aegis is getting its hand on fleet of product carriers
Swedish shipping investor proposes extraordinary dividend as strategy pays off BlueYield sees 14% annualised yield
US mulls easing shadow fleet sanctions to cut soaring tanker rates Official claims discussions are taking place about vessels linked to Russia, Iran and Venezuela
Nordea shipping loan book rises in third quarter Nordic lender's total portfolio grows to $5.25bn
Aramco shipping keeps rolling after Houthi strike on Dhahran headquarters Saudi oil giant's maritime operations in sprawling complex are unaffected by damage, sources say
HFW expands Australian footprint as two familiar faces rejoin from Squire Patton Boggs Return of Joel Cockerell and Hazel Brewer in Perth is part of law firm's wider global shipping team expansion drive
CMA CGM looks to unlock ethanol potential in five more sister ships Fuel supplier discloses plans as engine approvals remain a hurdle to wider adoption
Shell linked to term deals for three Norden tanker newbuildings Brokers say vessels due in 2028 have been fixed out for three years
First look: J.B. Hunt's Q3 earnings J.B. Hunt Transport Services' third quarter slightly surpassed analysts' lowered expectations following the company's earnings warning issued in September. J.B. Hunt ( NASDAQ: JBHT ) reported third-quarter revenue of $3.68 billion Thursday after the market closed. The result was ahead of a $3.59 billion consensus estimate. Earnings per share of $1.82 were 1 cent higher than analysts' revised expe
Federal DOT grants will fund more than 2,400 parking spots There will be a little more than 2,400 new truck parking spaces built over the next few years as a result of funding provided to various projects under the Nationally Significant Multimodal Freight & Highway Projects (INFRA) program. "A targeted objective of this funding opportunity is to directly address the national shortage of commercial motor vehicle parking," the Department of Transportation
Freight Visibility Gets a Second Set of Eyes freight visibility meant knowing where a given truck was, but the industry has only gotten more complex as it has digitized. On a recent episode of FreightWaves' What the Truck?!? , host Malcolm Harris pressed Andrew Wimer, Associate General Manager, Transportation Management at Descartes , on how visibility metrics have evolved as shippers, carriers, and brokers demand a fuller picture of what's
How AI Agents Boost Fleet Safety & Efficiency by 30% Samsara's new Agent Studio is changing the game for physical operations, making powerful AI agents accessible through a no-code builder. Discover how voice and chat agents are helping logistics companies proactively manage everything from HOS compliance to driver coaching, improving safety by up to 30% and reducing manual review time by 85%. Learn why operators find this hands-free approach essen
Is Your Trailer Leasing EXPOSURE Covered? Freight brokers stepping into trailer leasing face significant new liabilities beyond just arranging transportation. From critical maintenance issues to relying on inadequate insurance, the risks are substantial. Learn why dedicated coverage and robust processes are essential to protect your brokerage from unexpected exposures. Freight brokers who lease trailers to build a pool for motor carrier
Fleetworthy expands Expedited Inspection to five states Fleetworthy expanded its Expedited Inspection program to California, Michigan, Vermont and Maine on Tuesday, bringing the automated roadside inspection tool to five states. Nevada, the first, has used it since June 2025. When a truck is selected for inspection, the program sends fleet and vehicle data and the driver's electronic Record of Duty Status (eRODS) directly to the officer. Eligibility r
Penske Automotive accepts offer, will be bought out Penske Automotive Group (NYSE: PAG) , a publicly-traded company that includes the current Penske-related companies involved in a closely-watched liability case , will become a private company with a buyout from two of its current corporate owners. After a review of the July offer from Penske Corp and Mitsui & Co. Ltd., PAG said Thursday it had accepted the offer to sell itself to those two compa
Alabama association chief Colson named new head of ATA The American Trucking Associations has turned to one of its affiliates and plucked the head of the Alabama Trucking Association to be the national group's next president and CEO, effective December 1. Mark Colson has been named to head the ATA, which was jolted by the sudden departure of Chris Spear in late August. According to a statement released by ATA, Colson has been president and CEO of the
R&R trucking CEO reports $12.7M in assets after company collapse Richard "Rich" Francis, CEO of the collapsed R&R Family of Companies, has disclosed nearly $12.7 million in personal assets in a court filing on Wednesday. Francis' assets include an $8.5 million Florida waterfront residence, while reporting approximately $7.5 million in liabilities in newly filed federal bankruptcy documents. The bankruptcy documents also disclose that Francis is employed by Gia
Prologis tops Q3 estimates, raises development starts forecast again Logistics warehouse operator Prologis beat third-quarter expectations Thursday before the market opened, significantly raising its outlook for new developments. Prologis ( NYSE: PLD ) reported consolidated revenue of $2.39 billion for the quarter, reflecting an 8% year-over-year increase and topping consensus estimates by 8%. Core funds from operations (FFO) of $1.60 per share were 11 cents highe
Opinion: How politics and policy are rewriting the rules of parcel delivery By Daniil Davydoff Following the U.S. parcel delivery market can feel like tracking a race. Tactical moves to increase network capacity, build facilities, and launch tools, as well as strategic changes in leadership and operating models, dominate assessments of which carriers are gaining or losing ground, but political and policy forces are shaping those decisions. Labor dynamics, global instabil
The Heavy-Duty Oil Standard Is Changing In January, What It Means For Your Fleet, Your Costs, And Your Equipment If your trucks have been running the same heavy-duty diesel engine oil since roughly 2017, whether you manage a hundred-truck fleet, run a small operation of a few units, or own the one truck you drive yourself, that oil is about to be replaced by something new, because the American Petroleum Institute is rolling out a fresh engine oil category called PC-12 that takes effect at the start of Janua
FedEx digitizes booking process for European cold-chain pharma shipments FedEx Corp. has introduced an online portal for pharmaceutical and life sciences companies to simplify booking and management of temperature-controlled parcel shipments in Europe. Medicines, vaccines, biologics and other critical healthcare products typically follow a separate booking process because they require specialized, value-added services beyond a standard parcel. That process includes pr
Volvo's 15% share goal runs through vocational trucks SHIPPENSBURG, Pa. - Volvo Trucks wants 15% of the North American heavy-truck market. Peter Voorhoeve, president of Volvo Trucks North America, says that goal counts on vocational trucks, a segment where Volvo has held a low single-digit share. Voorhoeve runs the North American arm of a brand with a large construction-truck business abroad. Volvo's cab-over FMX holds about 30% of the vocational ma
Westport becomes Aetherion, bets on CNG for US long-haul Westport Fuel Systems Inc. changed its name to Aetherion Technologies Inc. on Thursday. The Vancouver, British Columbia, company said its next push is bringing Cespira's high-pressure direct injection (HPDI) fuel system to North American long-haul fleets on compressed natural gas. The rename follows Westport's July 2025 sale of its light-duty business to an investment vehicle of Netherlands-based
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