NEHDS Logistics names president, while CVI International appoints VP of business development and sales.
FTR: October truck trailer orders surge 72%
Truck trailers orders reached 20,200 units in October, 72 percent over the previous month, but down 38 percent year-over-year, according to industry analyst FTR.
Pasha Hawaii plans for two new LNG fueled containerships
The Honolulu-based ocean carrier said the two vessels will be the first of their kind to serve the Hawaii-Mainland trade lane, operating fully on liquefied natural gas from day one in service.
Carper named top Democrat on Senate EPW Committee
The Democratic caucus picked leaders Wednesday and Sen. Tom Carper of Delaware will be the ranking Democrat on the Environment and Public Works Committee.
BNSF, KCS to start joint intermodal service to Mexico
BNSF Railway Co. and Kansas City Southern will offer a new joint intermodal service connecting shippers in the Chicago and Dallas/Fort Worth areas, as well as other major markets along BNSF’s rail lines to the Kansas City Southern de México network.
NCBFAA supports electronic CBP liquidation notices
The National Customs Brokers and Forwarders Association of America said it supports the proposal by U.S. Customs and Border Protection to electronically publish notices of liquidation, along with suspensions and extensions of liquidations.
NYK Ports acquires 20% share in Maher Terminals
NYK Ports acquired a 20 percent share in Maher Terminals, which operates the largest terminal at the Port of New York and New Jersey.
Taiwan grants $1.9b aid to its shipping companies
The Taiwanese government announced a $1.9 billion aid package for the country’s shipping industry, which both Yang Ming and Evergreen Line would be eligible for.
Etihad Cargo strengthens presence in Europe
With the addition of the East Midlands Airport, the London Stansted Airport and the Copenhagen Airport, Etihad Cargo now has nine freighter destinations in Europe.
Marken opens new operational hub in Chicago
Marken, a global provider of supply chain services to the life sciences industry, said the new operational hub in Chicago is its sixth hub in the United States.