ACT notes moderate trailer rebound 
Preliminary data from ACT research show that US net trailer orders rose 25% in September to 11,300 units, up from 9,100 in August but still 5% below the same month last year. The seasonally adjusted figure stands at around 10,000 units. "September’s higher net order intake... more
Daikin launches 'Planexia' telematics
Daikin Reefer has launched 'Planexia', a new telematics brand designed to redefine digital monitoring and control in the reefer container industry. The Japan-based refrigeration specialist, part of Daikin industries, developed Planexia to combine real-time data access with... more
DNV explores nuclear propulsion future
DNV’s latest research paper, "Maritime nuclear propulsion: Technologies, commercial viability, and regulatory challenges for nuclear-powered vessels," concludes that nuclear propulsion could become a viable long-term solution for maritime decarbonization. Although... more
Global supply chains meet in Miami
From 11–13 November 2025, the global logistics industry will gather at the Miami Beach convention center for 'transport logistic Americas & air cargo Americas', including 'project cargo Americas'. The event aims to highlight the future of worldwide supply chains, bringing... more
Launch of a dedicated life sciences air network
Frontier Scientific Solutions and Air Transport Services Group (ATSG) have formed a strategic partnership to create what they call it "the world’s first dedicated air corridor for temperature-controlled pharmaceuticals", connecting key life science hubs across the USA... more
Trump imposes new truck tariffs
The White House has announced new import tariffs on medium- and heavy-duty trucks, parts, and buses under Section 232 of the 'trade expansion act' of 1962. Signed by President Donald Trump, the proclamation introduces a 25% tariff on imported trucks and parts, and a 10% tariff... more
The lynx that lost its sense
Peta has filed a complaint with the US Department of Agriculture, urging an investigation into allegations that SmartLynx Airlines violated the Animal Welfare Act during a 44-hour flight transporting long-tailed macaques from Mauritius to Miami. According to a whistleblower,... more
Port of Galveston celebrates 200 years
The Port of Galveston, TX, marks its 200th anniversary this week with two major events honouring its maritime heritage and future. Founded on 17 October 1825, when Mexico declared it a provisional port of entry, Galveston has grown from a Gulf trading post into one of the top 40... more
Magaya unveils platform upgrades
Magaya corporation has released a range of new features and product upgrades for its digital freight platform, aimed at enhancing automation, compliance, and visibility across global logistics operations. The updates include improvements to Magaya supply chain, rate management,... more
No quiet holiday for Cologne customs
Customs officers at Cologne/Bonn Airport (CGN) intercepted 30 parcels containing over 83 kg of marijuana, nearly 10 kg of hashish, and about 2 kg of cannabis paste (photo) with a street value of around EUR 2.1 million. The drugs, disguised as clothing, sports goods and books,... more