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Mermaid Maritime has formed a Singapore-based joint venture to reactivate its DP2 dive support vessel, Mermaid Sapphire

Over 50% of UK firms are unprepared for financial impacts of supply chain disruptions, lacking resilience strategies

Alabama Port Authority leaders met with congressional delegation in Washington D.C. to discuss federal funding for Mobile port projects

Asian operators are leading the charge in ordering new feeder containerships, influencing future regional shipping capacity.

Container freight rates from India to the Persian Gulf have notably softened due to improved capacity and reduced cargo backlogs

Bettina Castillo and Christoph Grasl have taken over as co-leaders of the Rail Cargo Group Executive Board since May.

A shippers' representative criticizes freight forwarders and carriers for perceived power imbalances over shippers.

GIT Coatings introduced XGIT-VORTEX, a graphene-based propeller coating designed to enhance vessel performance and reduce fouling

TIACA's executive summit in Warsaw offered a refreshing and different experience for air cargo industry professionals

UK Ambassador Matthew Lodge discussed shipping decarbonization at Posidonia, stressing practical, affordable solutions for climate goals.

Retail leaders state that ensuring on-time delivery is more important for customer retention than simply offering fast shipping.

ISEE AI and TICO plan to begin producing autonomous yard tractors by 2027, expecting substantial orders for their advanced vehicles

The Georgia Ports Authority's trucker app has rapidly expanded its user base, enhancing efficiency for Port of Savannah drayage.

Air Canada Cargo has launched a new cargo management system, the culmination of a four-year development project

Amazon is rolling out new delivery options in the UK to speed up grocery fulfillment and enhance customer service.

New rail freight startups are emerging across Europe, aiming to innovate within the complex intermodal logistics landscape.

Finland's VTT research organization is adopting a new strategy centered on AI and digitalization to enhance commercialization.

Germany's rail freight network is facing severe operational challenges, causing widespread delays and impacting reliability.

Trafigura is expanding its owned VLCC fleet to reduce reliance on time charter markets amid rising demand and geopolitical shifts

Containership transits through the Suez Canal have slowed, with only 46 vessels recorded in the two weeks to May 31st

Houston's bunker fuel market sees strong demand and tight availability, with extended lead times due to terminal congestion

A new report highlights concentrated vessel activity around critical undersea cables, stressing the need for improved repair readiness

IMO celebrated the International Day for Women in Maritime, emphasizing the shift from policy to practical gender equality.

Chinese ports recorded strong growth in freight volume and container throughput during the initial four months of the year.

Singapore has secured enough replacement liquefied natural gas cargoes to offset disrupted supplies from Qatar through the end of 2026

South Korea will triple Canadian crude oil imports and boost LNG supplies through new investments in Canadian projects

US gasoline futures are near a seven-week low as markets evaluate potential Middle East diplomatic breakthroughs.

European stock markets fell due to Middle East tensions and a slowdown in the artificial intelligence sector

Gateway Basel Nord trimodal terminal in Switzerland has secured construction funding, advancing intermodal freight capabilities.

This edition of Air Cargo News covers global market updates, freighter conversions, regional spotlights, and environmental reports.