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Aurora Innovation ( NASDAQ: AUR ) announced Thursday an expansion of its strategic partnership with Hirschbach Motor Lines. This includes plans for the Iowa-based refrigerated truckload carrier to own 500 autonomous trucks powered by Aurora’s virtual driver, called the Aurora Driver.
The state of Maryland has decided to change contractors for the reconstruction of the Francis Scott Key Bridge, which was destroyed by a ship strike...
For the second time, Israeli forces have acted to stop a flotilla of small boats loaded with activists that were attempting to reach Gaza and creating...
U.S. officials have confirmed that a fire seriously damaged a guided missile destroyer operating in the Indo-Pacific Command area of operations.Multi...
Fourteen months after the containership MSC Baltic III blacked out and washed ashore in a remote part of Newfoundland, Canada, MSC Mediterranean Shipp...
Latest NewsGrowth in energy-linked project cargo exacerbates US rail car shortageMaersk passing $500 million monthly fuel bill to customers ‘in full’: CEOVPA veteran McCoy tapped as CEO of Port of VirginiaTacoma ILWU local attempting to block Husky technology effortUS onshore wind halt deals latest blow for project car
The revised submission includes additional data from several Class I railroads that weren’t in the original application filed in December 2025.
NorthStandard is proud to sponsor and take part in this year’s Maritime Mountain Race, an iconic endurance event organised by The Mission to Seafarers that brings the maritime community together in support of seafarers around the world. Taking place across 26 – 28 June in Le Bouveret, Switzerland, three of our colleag
Veritas Petroleum Services (VPS) specialises in marine fuel management and provides Fuel Quality Testing services and Bunker Quantity Surveys and operates a global network of customer service offices and five specialist fuel laboratories located in Singapore, Rotterdam, Oslo, Houston and Fujairah. VPS publishes regular
Emergency Contact IG Circular: EU 20th Sanctions Package Against Russia Home Latest updates News IG Circular: EU 20th Sanctions Package Against Russia 1 May 2026 View/Download IG Circular PDF Sign up for alerts On 23 April 2026, the Council of the European Union adopted its 20th package of restrictive measures against
On 23 April 2026, the Council of the European Union adopted its 20th package of restrictive measures against Russia, amending Regulation (EU) 833/2014 and Regulation (EU) 269/2014. These measures were implemented in Council Regulation (EU) 2026/506, Council Implementing Regulation (EU) 2026/509, and Council Regulation
The Voith Group appoints Denise Kurtulus as CEO of Voith Turbo and Member of the Corporate Board of Management of the Voith Group effective September...
The April installment of the State of Freight webinar , hosted by FreightWaves CEO Craig Fuller and Head of Freight Market Intelligence Zach Strickland, pointed to a freight market that remains structurally tight—even as seasonal softness and macro uncertainty cloud near-term visibility. From geopolitical disruptions
Multimodal transportation provider Schneider National beat first-quarter expectations Thursday after the market closed. The company also reiterated its full-year earnings outlook.
In its latest attempt to escalate its economic war against Russia, Ukraine is asking foreign countries to detain vessels carrying grain from the occup...
DHL Group revenues dipped during the first quarter, but operating profit improved 8. 3% behind strong performance from the Express and Supply Chain divisions despite disruptions caused by the conflict in the Middle East and negative currency impacts.
At a state dinner given in his honor, King Charles III has presented President Trump with a personal gift, the bell of the decommissioned HMS Trump (...
Contrary to consensus expectations, the ongoing conflict in Iran isn’t just a geopolitical risk – it is actively widening the U. S.
(www.MaritimeCyprus.com) The Mission to Seafarers is pleased to announce the appointment of Guy Platten as its new Chair. A Chartered Master Mariner and one of the maritime industry's most respected figures, Platten brings more than four decades of senior leadership experience…
The agency said this week it anticipates returning funds to importers as early as May 11.
The stalemate in the Iran war has been anything but for ocean container spot rates on the trans-Pacific. While there has been little diplomatic progress between Washington and Tehran toward ending the conflict, the ongoing blockade of the Strait of Hormuz by United States forces has been fueling (pun intended) higher
Less-than-truckload carrier XPO is seeing the fruits of ongoing self-help initiatives, which are now intersecting with improving demand. The company said Thursday that it won market share at “above-market” rates during the first quarter.
Iranian officials are reporting that the U.S. released six crewmembers from one of the vessels that had been boarded and commandeered since the start...
Republic National Distributing Co. (RNDC) is planning widespread layoffs and facility closures across the U.
Latest NewsGrowth in energy-linked project cargo exacerbates US rail car shortageMaersk passing $500 million monthly fuel bill to customers ‘in full’: CEOVPA veteran McCoy tapped as CEO of Port of VirginiaTacoma ILWU local attempting to block Husky technology effortUS onshore wind halt deals latest blow for project car
Latest NewsGrowth in energy-linked project cargo exacerbates US rail car shortageMaersk passing $500 million monthly fuel bill to customers ‘in full’: CEOVPA veteran McCoy tapped as CEO of Port of VirginiaTacoma ILWU local attempting to block Husky technology effortUS onshore wind halt deals latest blow for project car
After $2 billion in network investments, less-than-truckload carrier Saia is expecting to soon see a payoff as cost and operational enhancements are converging with better demand. The company is also seeing more freight opportunities now that it runs a national network.
Latest NewsGrowth in energy-linked project cargo exacerbates US rail car shortageMaersk passing $500 million monthly fuel bill to customers ‘in full’: CEOVPA veteran McCoy tapped as CEO of Port of VirginiaTacoma ILWU local attempting to block Husky technology effortUS onshore wind halt deals latest blow for project car
From Policy to Practice: Advancing Gender Equality in Maritime This short video highlights how women are key to building a sustainable, resilient maritime industry. To mark the 2026 International Day for Women in Maritime, the IMO is moving "From Policy to Practice" to ensure gender equality remains a driving force fo
Latest NewsGrowth in energy-linked project cargo exacerbates US rail car shortageMaersk passing $500 million monthly fuel bill to customers ‘in full’: CEOVPA veteran McCoy tapped as CEO of Port of VirginiaTacoma ILWU local attempting to block Husky technology effortUS onshore wind halt deals latest blow for project car
IACS publishes results of 2025 CIC on onboard Emergency Power Supply
In December 2025, a general cargo vessel carrying clay from Lumut sent a distress signal off Malaysia’s east coast after developing a heavy list. While all crew were safely evacuated, the incident serves as a reminder of the serious stability risks associated with bulk clay cargoes.
With Indonesia's export restrictions on nickel ore and a recent decline in exports from the Philippines, shipping activity for nickel ore to the South Pacific islands, including the Solomon Islands and New Caledonia, has increased.
REGISTER NOW: Secure your seat for the Future of Rail Symposium CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. – FreightWaves and TrainsPRO have announced the Future of Rail Symposium: The Decade Ahead , an exclusive one-day summit for rail industry executives, stakeholders, and regulators.
Kodiak AI said Thursday that Bosch has begun delivering critical hardware for its autonomous trucks. The move comes just four months after the companies announced their partnership in January.
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ECSA: European shipping represents 34.5% of the global fleet
Mental health matters: Small actions, big impact
Greenwich, Connecticut-based XPO reported first-quarter results that were well ahead of analysts’ expectations on Thursday as its less-than-truckload unit won share at above-market rates. XPO ( NYSE: XPO ) reported adjusted earnings per share of $1.
International Roadcheck 2026 is scheduled for May 12 through 14. During those 72 hours, enforcement personnel across North America will inspect commercial motor vehicles and drivers to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements for vehicles, cargo, and drivers.
Houston, known for NASA and putting a man on the moon, has completed another milestone, this time without any humans aboard and involving a Bot Auto autonomous truck. The company announced Thursday that it has completed its first fully humanless, over-the-road commercial truckload in its history.
Westport announced Thursday that it is bringing its next-generation compressed natural gas (CNG) fuel storage and delivery system to ACT Expo 2026. The announcement marks the first North American demonstration of the technology, which the company says can match diesel performance while running on widely available CNG.
Union Pacific and Norfolk Southern on Thursday submitted an amended merger application to the Surface Transportation Board, seeking approval for the first all-freight transcontinental railroad they say will drive growth, lower costs for shippers, and strengthen the U. S.
Mental health matters: Small actions, big impact
ECSA: European shipping represents 34.5% of the global fleet
DNV: 38 new orders for alternative-fueled vessels in April 2026
Swedish authorities arrest captain of sanctioned tanker over false documents
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the 2026 Annual General Meeting of Gard P. & I.
In a recent episode of the Fraud Watch podcast , I sat down with Dale Prax Strategic Fraud Advisor for Truckstop. com , to break down how bad actors are entering the system and why that conversation is now moving to Washington, DC.
Seafarers Happiness Index Q1 2026: Sense of uncertainty is the new pandemic