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Impact & Regulations

How China skirts tariffs into the US

March 26, 2024

Via: FreightWaves

In Maersk’s press release last week about a new warehousing facility in Tijuana, Mexico, one line stood out. It was sandwiched between a list of value-added services offered and a paragraph about the facility’s sustainable energy practices and certifications. “Alternatively, […]


Shipping

IMO MEPC 81: The clock is ticking for fossil fuel era in shipping

March 25, 2024

Via: Offshore Energy

This marks a step forward in the legal process towards adopting global regulations, referred to as “mid-term GHG reduction measures”, that will help achieve the targets contained in the 2023 IMO Strategy on the Reduction of GHG Emissions from Ships. […]


Impact & Regulations

Why data standardization is key to streamlined logistics

March 22, 2024

Via: FreightWaves

Recently I wrote about the role of unified supply chain platforms, which enable convergence and help companies navigate the complex global market. The reality is that to streamline the supply chain, it requires not just unification of the technologies used […]


Travel & Public Transit

Meyer Werft lays keel of Disney’s third LNG-powered cruise ship

March 21, 2024

Via: Offshore Energy

As informed, the ceremony took place at Meyer Werft’s yard on March 20. The ship Disney Destiny is the sister ship of Disney Treasure, which is also under construction, and Disney Wish, which was launched in 2022. Philip Gennotte, Portfolio […]


Shipping

Norwegians to build ‘first of its kind’ energy subsea construction vessel

March 21, 2024

Via: Offshore Energy

According to Rem, the ESCV will use a number of solutions where energy consumption is almost halved compared to comparable tonnage in today’s market, as well as meeting future requirements for zero emissions from end to end. “This is a […]


Impact & Regulations

Pennsylvania officials push transit budget proposal

March 20, 2024

Via: Transportation Today

Pennsylvania state transportation officials and an operator from rabbittransit, a Pennsylvania regional public transportation provider, recently spoke about how Gov. Josh Shapiro’s budget proposal to invest in transit agencies would benefit Pennsylvanians. The proposal would invest an additional $282.8 million […]


Shipping

Candela secures €24.5M to scale up production of fast electric ferry

March 19, 2024

Via: Offshore Energy

A key partner in the €24.5 million round is French boat maker Groupe Beneteau. As explained, the new investment round will help to scale up production to meet demand for the recently launched Candela P-12, described as the world’s first […]


Impact & Regulations, Travel & Public Transit

New FRA grants will support intercity passenger rail service

March 18, 2024

Via: Transportation Today

On Thursday, the U.S. Department of Transportation’s Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) said it had awarded nearly $1 million in grants to support multi-state and regional passenger rail service efforts. The $900,000 in Interstate Rail Compacts (IRC) Grants, part of the […]


Shipping

Ulstein unveils new subsea vessel

March 15, 2024

Via: Offshore Energy

Ulstein said that the SX232 is based on three core principles, including an optimized hull design based on the Ulstein Twin X-Stern, a smart power and propulsion system developed to minimize energy consumption during DP operations and an integrated energy […]


Shipping

Ship Recycling: Lack of Available Tonnage the Norm

March 14, 2024

Via: Hellenic Shipping News

Alack of large vessels, available for demolition, has remained the norm over the past week. In its latest weekly report, shipbroker Best Oasis (www.best-oasis.com), said that “the ship recycling markets across India, Bangladesh, Pakistan, and Turkey showcased varied dynamics. India’s […]


Vehicles

U.S. electric vehicle investments reach $188B thanks to Inflation Reduction Act

March 14, 2024

Via: Transportation Today

While electric vehicle manufacturing investments have been rising for the past nine years, a new report from the Environmental Defense Fund (EDF) found that the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) of 2022 kicked things into overdrive, leading to $188 million invested […]


Vehicles

Navistar partners with Plus to bring autonomous trucks to US roads

March 13, 2024

Via: FreightWaves

Navistar Inc. and Plus, an autonomous trucking software company, are partnering to bring self-driving trucks to roadways in Europe and the United States. The companies announced the partnership Tuesday. Navistar, which is a member of the Traton Group — a […]


Shipping

Product Tankers: Gasosline Flows Set for a Change

March 12, 2024

Via: Hellenic Shipping News

The product tanker market could see a rebalancing, as a result of shift in gasoline flows. In its latest weekly report, shipbroker Intermodal said that “the global gasoline market is in flux as major producers take steps to manage supply […]


Shipping

Tanker Market Could Shift Again

March 11, 2024

Via: Hellenic Shipping News

The tanker market could be set for another shift, if Russia’s oil exports force buyers in China and India to look elsewhere. In its latest weekly report, shipbroker Gibson said that “with OPEC+ set to roll over existing production cuts […]


Shipping

Shipping warned sanctions inflation is running ‘red hot’

March 8, 2024

Via: Splash 247

The minefield shipping faces in avoiding dealing with sanctioned entities has become far more treacherous in recent years. Exclusive data provided to Splash shows that the number of vessel-related sanctions has leapt by 380% in the 2020s so far. Splash […]


Shipping

Unity insurance facility expanded to cover all shipping in Ukrainian ports

March 7, 2024

Via: Container News

Marsh McLennan, the major global professional services firm specializing in risk, strategy, and human capital, has collaborated with the Ukrainian government and Lloyd’s to announce a significant expansion of its Unity insurance facility. This expansion entails the provision of affordable […]


Impact & Regulations

Hanwha sets up new division to build eco-friendly fuel engines

March 6, 2024

Via: Offshore Energy

As explained, the company will leverage Hanwha Engine’s experience in marine engine production and the synergy among Hanwha affiliates to develop and commercialize eco-friendly fuel engines. Specifically, it plans to actively develop and commercialize ships powered by eco-friendly fuels, including […]


Shipping

Ship Recycling: Stagnation is the Norm

March 6, 2024

Via: Hellenic Shipping News

The ship recycling market is still in bearish mode, despite the fact that cash buyers are looking for more demo candidates. In its latest weekly report, Best Oasis (www.best-oasis.com), the world’s leading cash buyer of ships, said that “the ship […]


Shipping

Bulkers Slowing Down to Comply With Emission Rules

March 5, 2024

Via: Hellenic Shipping News

Sailing speeds of older ships in particular have slowed down considerably, as a result of the latest emission reduction rules. In its latest weekly report, shipbroker Intermodal said that “the integration of the Energy Efficiency Existing Ship Index (EEXI) and […]


Travel & Public Transit

FTA announces $9.9B in formula funding for public transit

March 4, 2024

Via: Transportation Today

The U.S. Department of Transportation’s Federal Transit Administration (FTA) announced Thursday it was making another $9.9 billion in federal formula funding available to support public transit infrastructure. Part of the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, the funding is designed to help communities […]