Rail shippers gathering in Chicago 
The North American Rail Shippers Association (Nars) will hold its annual meeting from 7-9 May at the Swissôtel in Chicago. Under the theme of ‘A Time for Resilience’ the event will gather leaders from the shipping, regulatory, supplier and carrier sectors to exchange insights... mehr
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Wasserstoffbetriebene Kleinstboote statt Lkw. Könnte sich der Betrieb von autonom fahrenden, wasserstoffbetriebenen Kleinstbooten wirtschaftlich lohnen? Eine Forschungsgruppe von der Universität Münster kommt zum Schluss: Ja, jedoch erst ab einer gewissen Distanz. mehr
OCP and Maersk strengthen collaboration
OCP Group and Maersk have signed a memorandum of understanding to enhance their collaboration and develop sustainable, resilient supply chain solutions. The agreement supports OCP’s international expansion, particularly through its business unit entitled specialty products... mehr
An den Wurzeln packen
Stahlkorrosion bedroht Nachhaltigkeitsziele. Verborgene Umweltkosten: Der deutsche Korrosionsschutzspezialist Steelpaint warnt vor den erheblichen CO₂-Emissionen durch Stahlkorrosion. So verursache unzureichender Schutz mehr Emissionen als die gesamte Luftfahrtindustrie. mehr
Hafenstaus verschärfen sich
Globale Studie der maritimen Datenplattform Beacon. Die maritime Datenplattform Beacon hat die Entwicklung an 88 Häfen auf der Welt untersucht. Hat sich letztes Jahr bei 34 davon die Situation mit zusätzlichen Wartezeiten um bis zu zwei Stunden gegenüber 2023 nur leicht... mehr
Container shipping will be hit hardest – Bimco
Bimco’s chief shipping analyst, Niels Rasmussen, has warned of major consequences following the USA’s announcement of new import tariffs. US import tariffs will rise by nearly 25%, significantly raising costs for businesses and consumers on around 80% of imports. Key US... mehr
Freight sector under pressure – VNL
VNL has published its second-quarter 2025 outlook on freight transport developments. The ‘Austrian Supply Chain Pressure Index’ shows a 30% increase, indicating heightened supply risks. In road freight, new customs regulations and a persistent driver shortage are raising... mehr
Driver shortages worsening
The IRU’s 2024 global truck driver shortage report shows 3.6 million unfilled positions in 36 countries, similar to 2023 levels. However, structural concerns are rising, particularly the widening age gap. The proportion of drivers under 25 fell by 5.8% year-on-year, while... mehr
Milwaukee welcomes first international vessel
Port Milwaukee welcomed the Singapore-flagged ‘Patagonman’ as the first international vessel of the 2025 season on 30 March. The ship arrived after unloading cargo in Canada (Sault Ste Marie ON), following its transit through the St Lawrence Seaway, which reopened on 22 March.... mehr
CPKC sells Panama railway
Canadian Pacific Kansas City (CPKC) and the Lanco Group/Mi-Jack have sold the Panama Canal Railway Company (PCRC) to APM Terminals, a part of the A.P. Moller-Maersk conglomerate. PCRC, a 50/50 joint venture since 1998, provides ocean-to-ocean freight and passenger services... mehr