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Port of NOLA is on track for a record-breaking 1.3 million cruise passenger movements in 2024

AJOT | October 23, 2024 | Ports & Terminals | Ports

The Port of New Orleans (Port NOLA) is on track for a record number of passenger movements with 1.3 million anticipated by the end of the year, which will exceed pre-pandemic levels. Port NOLA is the 6th largest cruise port in the country, with strong demand for both oceangoing and river vessels. The cruise business represents more than 15% of Port NOLA and NOPB’s consolidated annual revenue.

Ethiopian Airlines resumes flights to Monrovia, Liberia

AJOT | October 23, 2024 | Air Cargo | Airlines

This service resumption is a testament to Ethiopian Airlines' continued expansion within Africa, which has long been a driving force in facilitating trade, tourism, and cultural exchange. By reintroducing flights to Monrovia, Ethiopian Airlines aims to support Liberia’s socio-economic growth while providing travelers with seamless connections to the rest of the world through the airline’s extensive global network.

Schneider FreightPower® platform unleashes unprecedented new opportunities for owner-operators

AJOT | October 23, 2024 | Trucking

The company’s digital platform offers new tools and increased load options to enhance owner-operator productivity and revenue opportunities

CSX reaches tentative agreements with IBEW, NCFO; ratifies deal with Smart-TD

AJOT | October 23, 2024 | Intermodal | Rail

“The new tentative agreements are a significant step forward in our continued partnership with union leaders,” said Joe Hinrichs, President and CEO of CSX. “These agreements strengthen our commitment to creating a workplace where every employee feels valued and empowered while improving safety, efficiency, and service. Together, we are building a stronger foundation for our future success.”

Project / Heavy Lift

AJOT | Top Story | October 23, 2024

Norfolk CBP officers seize heavy equipment stolen in Massachusetts and bound to Guinea

On October 15, U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers in Norfolk, Va., completed the seizure of six pieces of heavy equipment initially stolen in Massachusetts, exported through Newark, N.J., recovered in a shipping container in Spain, and redelivered to Norfolk.

Laguardia Airport named best U.S. airport by forbes travel guides first verified air travel awards

AJOT | October 23, 2024 | Air Cargo | Airports

The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey today announced LaGuardia Airport’s selection as the best airport in the United States by Forbes Travel Guide, which released its first Verified Air Travel Awards based on a survey of 5,000 hospitality and travel expert and the guide’s most well-traveled fliers. T

Victoria International Container Terminal welcomes enhanced Wallaby Service

AJOT | October 22, 2024 | Maritime

Victoria International Container Terminal (VICT), a fully automated container terminal and International Container Terminal Services, Inc.’s business unit in the Port of Melbourne, Australia, received the inaugural call of the enhanced Wallaby service last September.

Port of Long Beach - 710 Freeway Lane Closures Planned in November

AJOT | October 22, 2024 | Ports & Terminals | Ports

Peli BioThermal unveils Crēdo Vault™: A revolutionary solution for bulk pharma shipments

AJOT | October 22, 2024 | Logistics

CMA CGM Announcement: (PSS) - From Baltic & Finland to Intra Europe destinations and (RRI) - From South America West Coast to Latin America & the Caribbean

AJOT | October 22, 2024 | Maritime

CMA CGM informs its customers of the following Peak Season Surcharge (PSS)*

Cyngn’s drive for commercialization and technical innovation continues

AJOT | October 22, 2024 | Ports & Terminals | Equipment and Tech

Cyngn shared company milestones and key achievements, including significant commercial progress, the expansion of its dealer network, and recent patents.

TrusTrace unveils highly-automated Deforestation Compliance Solution: “Brands Must Act Now Despite EUDR Delay”

AJOT | October 22, 2024 | International Trade

Oil prices steady on Mideast ceasefire push, China demand weighs

Reuters | October 22, 2024 | By The Numbers

Neo-Concept International Group Holdings Limited celebrates successful acquisition

AJOT | October 22, 2024 | Logistics | Supply Chain

Star Alliance management team firmly focused on seamless customer experience

AJOT | October 22, 2024 | Air Cargo | Airlines

Star Alliance, the world's leading global airline alliance, firmed up its key management appointments aimed at further enhancing its strategic focus on a seamless experience for member airline customers as they benefit from the Star Alliance network.

Armlogi enhances warehouse operations with an AI-integrated warehouse management system

AJOT | October 22, 2024 | Shipping Technology

Armlogi’s upgraded WMS is designed to reduce new users’ learning curve, minimize operational errors, and enhance productivity. By integrating AI, the system is expected to predict future inventory requirements and optimize warehouse layouts and picking routes. We believe that this upgrade could significantly reduce warehouse personnel’s walking distance and time, leading to greater operational efficiency and faster order processing.

U.S. construction costs rose slightly for solar and wind, dropped for natural gas in 2022

AJOT | October 22, 2024 | Energy

The average U.S. construction costs for solar photovoltaic systems and wind turbines in 2022 were close to 2021 costs, while natural gas-fired electricity generators decreased 11%, according to our recently released data. Average construction costs for solar generators increased by 1.7% in 2022, and for wind turbines, they increased by 1.6%.

Ports & Terminals

Stas Margaronis | Top Story | October 22, 2024

Is the ‘Cargo Pendulum’ swinging back to West Coast Ports?

This follows the recent longshore strike; the huge 61% wage increase and the still unresolved issue of automation between the International Longshoremen’s Association (ILA) and the U.S. Maritime Alliance (USMX) which represents employers at U.S. East and Gulf ports.

Amasus signs second contract with bound4blue for world’s largest suction sail system on a general cargo vessel

Amasus, one of Europe’s leading players in the shortsea, bulk, general cargo, offshore, and heavy lift segments, has signed a fresh eSAIL® (suction sail) contract with Spain’s bound4blue. Under the new agreement, a 22-meter unit will be retrofitted on a 90-meter, 3,000 dwt vessel at Astander Shipyard in Santander, scheduled for mid-2025. The installation will set a new benchmark as the largest suction sail system on a general cargo vessel.

Norfolk Southern reports strong third quarter 2024 results

AJOT | October 22, 2024 | Intermodal | Rail | By The Numbers

Norfolk Southern Corporation (NYSE: NSC) announced Tuesday its third quarter 2024 financial results. For the quarter, income from railway operations was $1.6 billion, the operating ratio was 47.7%, and diluted earnings per share were $4.85.

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