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Drivewyze and EZ LYNK partner to bring weigh station bypass to EZ LYNK ELD customers

AJOT | October 29, 2024 | Shipping Technology | Trucking

Drivewyze, by Fleetworthy, has announced it has partnered with EZ LYNK to provide EZ LYNK ELD mobile app customers with integrated access to Drivewyze PreClear weigh station bypass. EZ LYNK will also offer Drivewyze Free, which provides essential driver safety notifications.

FRA proposes rule clarifying the need to demonstrate highest safety standards when submitting requests for regulatory relief

AJOT | October 29, 2024 | Intermodal | Rail

Delta Railroad Services expands East Coast footprint, opens offices in New York, NY

AJOT | October 29, 2024 | Intermodal | Rail

Delta Railroad Services, a premier railroad construction and equipment rental company serving the growing railroad infrastructure needs in the U.S. and throughout North America, today announced the opening of its East Coast Headquarters in Queens NY at 75-20 Astoria Blvd. Suite 120 E. Elmhurst, NY 11370 — centrally located to several of its ongoing rail and transit projects.

Biden-Harris Administration announces $2.4 billion in new rail projects to improve safety, strengthen supply chains and grow rail networks

AJOT | October 29, 2024 | Intermodal | Rail

$3 billion announced to decarbonize American ports from new EPA grant program

AJOT | October 29, 2024 | Ports & Terminals

[Freightos Weekly Update] Ocean rates falling post-peak season, but labor and election results could renew pressure for N. America lanes

AutoScheduler adds Vice President of Customer Success to reinforce focus on successful customer implementations

AJOT | October 29, 2024 | Logistics | Shipping Technology

Replaces Stephen Zujkowski, who is retiring, as the Face of Success for Customers

US, Taiwan to begin talks on double taxation deal, says Treasury Dept

Reuters | October 29, 2024 | International Trade

The United States and Taiwan will begin negotiations in the coming weeks to work on an agreement to address double taxation issues, the U.S. State Department said on Tuesday.

US seeks up to 3 million barrels of oil for emergency reserve

Reuters | October 29, 2024 | Energy

The U.S. on Monday said it is seeking up to 3 million barrels of oil for the Strategic Petroleum Reserve for delivery through May next year, a purchase that would leave the government with little money to buy more until lawmakers approve more funds.

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US Gulf of Maine offshore wind auction poses test for beleaguered industry

President Joe Biden's administration on Tuesday will kick off a sale of offshore wind development rights for eight areas off the coasts of northern New England, a key test of industry appetite for new investment after a year of high-profile setbacks.

U.S. senators urge overhaul of customs program to stop fentanyl chemical smuggling

Reuters | October 29, 2024 | International Trade

US Steelworkers union looks to clean energy to replace job losses at oil refineries

Reuters | October 29, 2024 | Energy | Alternative

The United Steelworkers union is counting on clean energy projects to spur membership growth, offsetting losses at oil refining and petrochemical plants, a union official said, even if Donald Trump wins the presidential election on Nov. 5.

Refiner Phillips 66 reports lower third-quarter profit on weak fuel demand

Reuters | October 29, 2024 | Energy

Phillips 66 posted a fall in quarterly profit on Tuesday, hurt by a slump in margins due to lackluster fuel demand.

JetBlue’s full-year revenue forecast misses estimates, shares fall

Reuters | October 29, 2024 | Air Cargo | Airlines

JetBlue Airways forecast a bigger-than-expected fall in 2024 revenue amid a moderation in domestic travel demand ahead of the upcoming U.S. elections, sending its shares down 4.5% before the bell on Tuesday.

Lufthansa reports 9% drop in third-quarter profit as core brand struggles

Reuters | October 29, 2024 | Air Cargo | Airlines

German airline group Lufthansa reported a fall in third-quarter operating profit on Tuesday as its flagship brand struggles with low yields, competition with international airlines and spiralling costs.

US goods trade deficit widens sharply in September on imports

Reuters | October 29, 2024 | International Trade

The U.S. trade deficit in goods widened sharply in September amid a surge in imports, suggesting that trade remained a drag on economic growth in the third quarter.

Net zero target needs $3.5 trillion in annual green energy investment, Wood Mackenzie says

Reuters | October 29, 2024 | Energy | Alternative | Green Shipping

Investment in the green energy transition needs to double to $3.5 trillion per year if the world is to meet the Paris Agreement's goal of reaching net zero emissions by 2050, a report by Wood Mackenzie said on Tuesday.

Why are plastic storage containers becoming popular in retail and manufacturing sectors?

AJOT Administrator | October 29, 2024 | Logistics

WestJet Cargo announces launch of Priority product for time-sensitive shipments

AJOT | October 29, 2024 | Air Cargo | Freighters

WestJet Cargo is set to launch its new Priority product, available across the WestJet Cargo network starting November 4th, 2024. This premium offering gives eligible cargo top priority for loading and transport, guaranteeing that shipments travel on specific flights.

SmartLynx Airlines receives Foreign Air Transport Operator certificate in USA

AJOT | October 29, 2024 | Air Cargo | Charters

SmartLynx Airlines, a globally acknowledged ACMI (Aircraft, Crew, Maintenance, Insurance), cargo and charter operator, has received the Foreign Air Operator Certificate (FAOC) granted by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) of the United States of America (USA). The certification allows the airline to begin operations to, from, and within the United States.

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