Report asserts that developing the necessary infrastructure to fuel ocean vessels using natural gas would only result in “meager” reductions in greenhouse gas emissions.
Executive Moves: Port of New Orleans, Amerijet
Jensen is tapped as a commissioner; air cargo carrier announces leadership team appointments.
Greenbrier’s earnings, revenues climb
The Oregon-based railroad transportation and equipment manufacturer posted net earnings of $36.2 million for the quarter.
Committee clears Commerce enforcement nominee
Jeffrey Kessler would be tasked with ensuring compliance of U.S. trading partners with free trade agreements.
GAO: Due diligence done for conflict minerals
SEC rule has been in place since 2014 and covers tin, tantalum, gold and tungsten.
COSCO-OOCL deal gets green light
In 11th-hour decision, Chinese antitrust agency allows deal that will create third-largest container carrier.
Lawmaker: ZTE deal could ‘put Americans at risk’
Testifiers tell House committee the Chinese telecom giant poses competition and espionage-related concerns.
Chassis pool plan draws praise
Shippers write to FMC in support of Georgia and South Carolina port authority proposal.
Vote to limit presidential import power blocked
Ohio senator points to ongoing negotiations with the Trump administration on exempting Canada and Mexico from steel and aluminum tariffs.
Commentary: Navigating a tight truck market
Becoming a “shipper of choice” is key to managing — even beating — any capacity crunch, according to Adam Robinson, marketing manager at Cerasis.