
AI Agent Adoption Accelerates in Freight Operations, New Survey Reveals
A new white paper reveals AI agents are increasingly integrated into daily freight operations to boost supply chain efficiency
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A new white paper reveals AI agents are increasingly integrated into daily freight operations to boost supply chain efficiency

North American Class 8 truck orders saw a substantial year-over-year increase in May, signaling strong demand.

India's ship safety certifier has revoked over 200 vessel certifications due to suspected sanctions evasion activities.

Global conflicts are significantly impacting project cargo and heavy-lift logistics, driving up risks and costs.
Hub Group's payment practices are under scrutiny following a $77 million accounting error and executive departures

A U.S. Navy-operated autonomous surface vessel built by Saronic rescued two U.S. Army aviators after a helicopter crash.
Port of Bilbao's president highlighted ports' crucial role in driving energy transition, innovation, and regional development at a Quebec…
AD Ports Group has begun trial operations at its new Safaga Terminal in Egypt, anticipating a full launch later this year
Kuwait is offering crude oil to Asian refiners for the first time since the Iran war began, indicating a resumption of oil flows.
Chinese steel rebar futures stayed near six-week lows even as May exports rose 8.8% to 10.34 million metric tons.
Capesize dry bulk shipping rates have dropped to a one-month low after a robust May, signaling a halt in vessel bookings
Vintage bulker prices are increasing, but modern Capesize values have dipped after a recent vessel sale

The Panama Canal Authority will reduce the maximum authorized draft for Neopanamax vessels to 49.5 feet starting July 1.

More vessels are transiting the Strait of Hormuz undetected by public tracking systems, indicating increased opaque maritime activity

The IMO chief warns that the Strait of Hormuz remains too dangerous for safe passage, despite claims of rising traffic

US Energy Secretary observed a meaningful rise in ship traffic and oil exports via the Strait of Hormuz despite US-Iran tensions

Hines Furlong Line has received the M/V Bob Nienhuis, a 2,400 horsepower towboat built by Intracoastal Iron Works.

Klaipėda Port has opened Lithuania's first green hydrogen production and refueling station to support low-emission transport.

Canada is stepping up enforcement against the 'Driver Inc.' trucking model, addressing tax revenue losses and safety concerns.
SNCF has secured a new contract for rail services linking Paris, Charles-de-Gaulle Airport, and the Hauts-de-France region

A European transport union warns that the EU's military mobility plans could jeopardize driver rights and safety.

DSV has launched a new dedicated air freight route from Luxembourg to Indianapolis for temperature-controlled pharmaceutical shipments

The U.S. trade deficit narrowed in April due to higher oil exports and increased imports of AI-related products.

An AI-designed Crew Transfer Vessel (CTV) has achieved significant fuel and CO2 reductions through optimized ship design.

The Port of Portland approved a ground lease for a new 950,000 square foot logistics and distribution hub.

The EU's 21st sanctions package targets Russia's shadow fleet, financial sector, and LNG exports to increase economic pressure

PepsiCo and Gatik have launched the largest commercial driverless trucking deployment across Texas, Arizona, and Arkansas.

The USCG issued safety recommendations for marine boiler burner systems after a cargo vessel fire in Mobile.
Transportation Equipment Network appointed former Amazon Freight GM Ari Silkey as COO to modernize operations.
Trucking firms Knight-Swift, Werner, and Kroger deny allegations of 'no-hire' agreements affecting former Quickway drivers
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