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AJOT | Top Story | November 18, 2024

Four charts that look at the highs and lows of maritime decarbonization

With 80-90% of global trade by volume transported by sea, the maritime industry is set to play a pivotal role in the energy transition. The maritime industry itself accounts for just under 3% of the total global greenhouse gas emissions (GHG) annually, roughly the same as Germany and Spain’s combined.

UN trade development leads COP29 BAKU initiative for climate action

AJOT | November 15, 2024 | Green Shipping

The initiative is led by the COP29 Presidency of Azerbaijan, co-facilitated by UN Trade and Development (UNCTAD) and UN Development Program (UNDP), in collaboration with other United Nations agencies and global partners, like the World Trade Organization (WTO) and the International Trade Centre (ITC).

CEVA Logistics receives Gold Medal from EcoVadis, recognizing achievements in CSR, Sustainability

AJOT | November 14, 2024 | Green Shipping | Logistics

In an era of increasing environmental awareness and corporate responsibility, the logistics industry is undergoing a significant transformation, embracing innovative sustainability practices and ethical standards.

TIACA announces AAT and Alpha augmented services win the 2024 Sustainability Awards

AJOT | November 14, 2024 | Air Cargo | Freighters | Green Shipping

TIACA announces AAT and Alpha Augmented Services win the 2024 Sustainability Awards

Paired Power installs two PairTree solar EV chargers at the Port of Hueneme

Paired Power, a leader in microgrid solar-powered electric vehicle (EV) charging, completed the installation of two PairTree™ solar EV chargers at the Port of Hueneme.

China battery giant CATL would build US plant if Trump allows it

CATL, the world's top battery maker, will consider building a U.S. plant if President-elect Donald Trump opens the door to Chinese investment in the electric-vehicle supply chain, the company's founder and chairman, Robin Zeng, told Reuters.

Silk Way Alat Free Economic Zone Company and ICAO sign strategic agreement at COP29 for green airport and cargo village

AJOT | November 13, 2024 | Air Cargo | Airports | Green Shipping

In a landmark step toward advancing sustainable aviation, Silk Way Alat Free Economic Zone Company (SW AFEZCO) and the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) signed a strategic agreement at COP29.

Tower Cold Chain launches carbon calculator to boost sustainable logistics for customers

AJOT | November 13, 2024 | Green Shipping | Logistics

Tower Cold Chain has introduced its own Carbon Calculator to help customers improve the sustainability of their logistics operations.

Olympic makes big fuel savings to support sustainability goals on first CSOV newbuilds with Ulstein’s TWIN X-STERN® concept

AJOT | November 13, 2024 | Green Shipping | Maritime | Technology

Taking bold commercial risks on novel vessel concepts with a strong focus on sustainability has made Olympic a pioneering player in the offshore energy sector.

Achilles named a leader in new Supply Chain Sustainability Software Green Quadrant report by independent research firm

AJOT | November 13, 2024 | Green Shipping | Shipping Technology

Yang Ming receives 2024 Sustainability Partner Awards from Union Pacific Railroad

AJOT | November 13, 2024 | Green Shipping | Maritime | Liner Shipping

Yang Ming Marine Transport Corporation (hereafter “Yang Ming”) has announced that it has been honored with the 2024 Sustainability Partner Award by Union Pacific Railroad (hereinafter “UP Railroad”). The award was presented at UP Railroad’s headquarters in Omaha, Nebraska, recognizing Yang Ming’s dedication to sustainable business practices.

Union Pacific honors 16 companies with annual Sustainability Partner Award

AJOT | November 13, 2024 | Green Shipping | Intermodal | Rail

Union Pacific Railroad has recognized 16 customers and suppliers with the railroad’s 2024 Sustainability Partner Award.

Transportation for America releases new report: “Fueling the Crisis” on infrastructure law’s climate impact

AJOT | November 13, 2024 | Green Shipping

Energy

Reuters | Top Story | November 13, 2024

Amazon, IKEA join other ocean cargo shippers to boost demand for new green fuels

Amazon.com and IKEA, in alliance with about three dozen other companies that depend on ocean freight, will invite shipping firms for the first time to bid on a contract in January to move their cargo on vessels powered by near-zero emissions e-fuels like e-methanol.

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