Negotiating objectives are being considered for a potential U.S.-Japan trade deal that aims to “address both tariff and non-tariff barriers and to achieve fairer, more balanced trade.”
CEVA Logistics and CMA CGM broaden ‘strategic partnership’
CEVA will remain a separate company and acquire CMA CGM’s logistics business, but the French container shipping company is offering to buy the stock of shareholders who want to exit.
Car carrier shipping increasing despite rising uncertainty
“Lower speeds, shorter routes and trade lane imbalances are here to stay,” according to Drewry.
Gap closing between top three most recognizable 3PLs
XPO Logistics and C.H. Robinson are catching up to DHL Supply Chain & Global Forwarding.
IATA outlines urgent priorities to minimize Brexit impacts
“Without any contingency planning being made transparent to the industry, the risks of not addressing these issues could mean chaos for travelers and interrupted supply chains.”
Massport OKs procurement of three ship-to-shore cranes
The $45 million expenditure will “keep the positive momentum going at Conley Terminal.”
DB Schenker training with 3D technology, virtual reality
The first program focuses on packaging and order-picking processes for contract logistics workers.
Sovcomflot tanker completes first voyage on LNG fuel
The Russian company is gradually transitioning its fleet to comply with forthcoming sulphur cap regulations.
Trump signs opioid package into law
Legislation will require advance electronic data for international postal shipments and will strengthen the alcohol and drug testing program for transportation workers.
Port, rail and intermodal funding bill garners support
Delaware senator’s legislation would remove the cap on INFRA grants for multimodal freight projects.