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Short sea shipping via small ports as an alternative to road transport

When people think about sea freight, most envision massive container ships cutting through the ocean. But, there is another, more agile player in maritime logistics: short sea shipping. Sonja Bouman, responsible for Special Equipment at WEC Lines, swapped …

The July 6 assault broke a months-long lull in attacks by Yemen's Huthis on Red Sea shipping

Huthi rebels began attacking Red Sea shipping after the start of the Gaza war in October 2023

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Europe doesn't have the warships to fully protect Red Sea shipping, and vessels taking fire aren't asking for help

Europe's counter-Houthi mission doesn't have the warships it needs to fully protect Red Sea shipping lanes, the commander overseeing the operation told Business Insider. He said that two vessels that were recently attacked didn't ask for an …

Ocean cargo volumes to rebound in July: NRF port tracker

Import cargo volumes at U.S. ports are slated to rebound in July after a double-digit drop in late spring, according to the Global Port Tracker published July 9 by the National Retail Federation and Hackett Associates. July volumes are projected to reach 2 …

UN Council Authorizes Continuing Vigilance of Attacks by Yemen's Houthis on Red Sea Shipping

The UN Security Council on Tuesday authorized continued reporting on attacks on ships in the Red Sea by Yemen’s Houthi militias, who have defied its previous demands to immediately halt all such attacks. The vote in the 15-member council was 12-0 with …

UN council authorizes continuing vigilance of attacks by Yemen’s Houthi rebels on Red Sea shipping

UN Council approves ongoing surveillance of Houthi threats to Red Sea shipping

United Nations: The UN Security Council Tuesday authorised continued reporting on attacks on ships in the Red Sea by Yemen’s Houthi rebels, who have defied its previous demands to immediately halt all such attacks. The vote in the 15-member council was 12- …

UN council authorizes continuing vigilance of attacks by Yemen’s Houthi rebels on Red Sea shipping

UNITED NATIONS (AP) — The U.N. Security Council on Tuesday authorized continued reporting on attacks on ships in the Red Sea by Yemen’s Houthi rebels, who have defied its previous demands to immediately halt all such attacks. The vote in the 15-member …

Sanfu Shipyard delivers advanced methanol-powered container feeders to MPC

In a groundbreaking project, Sanfu Shipyard in China delivered two state-of-the-art, methanol dual-fuel container feeder vessels to the owner MPC Container Ships and long-term charterer North Sea Container Line. The vessels mark the launch of a green …

Baltic Index Posts Biggest Weekly Gain In Four Months On Capesize Increase

The Baltic Exchange’s main sea freight index, which measures rates for ships carrying dry bulk commodities, jumped on Friday, posting its biggest weekly gain in over four months, supported by a steady rise in capesize vessel rates. The main index, which …

The return of the Houthis: violence in the Red Sea

Just two months ago, said Ben Farmer in The Daily Telegraph (London), Donald Trump was "emphatic" in claiming the Houthi threat was dead. "They say they will not be blowing up ships any more," the US president said of the Yemeni …

Houthi Attacks Trigger Unpaid-Debt Shutdown of Israel’s Eilat Port

Israel’s only Red Sea port at Eilat is on the verge of a full commercial halt as municipal authorities freeze the operator’s accounts, citing unpaid taxes and concession fees totaling around NIS 10 million (~$3 million). The financial crisis reflects the …

"Cherries will be the next champion of Lebanese fruit exports"

"Along with avocados and grapes, cherries will be the next champion of Lebanese fruit exports, thanks to premium quality and a demanding market." So says Mirna Fadel, business development manager at Fadel Trading Company. Mirna says, "Many …

Patrick McIlheran: Robocars vs. overpriced groceries

And the real reason Wisconsin won’t join the modern world and let cars operate without drivers With automated, driverless robotaxis carrying paying passengers in at least half a dozen cities, but none of them in Wisconsin because our state law will not …

Maui Gold Pineapple and Amazon Air team up in ‘game-changing deal’ to boost Hawaiʻi’s economy

Maui Gold pineapple ripens is an Upcountry field. PC: Maui Gold Pineapple A new partnership between Maui Gold Pineapple and Amazon Air is being called a “game-changer” for Hawaiʻi’s agricultural industry, providing a direct, fast and cost-effective …

US lawmakers propose twin bills to tackle maritime pollution

Two United States lawmakers have introduced a pair of bills aimed at cutting down on dangerous air pollution within the maritime transport industry. As disclosed, on July 10, California-representing US Senator Alex Padilla reintroduced the Clean Shipping …

South Caucasus: Strategic Security Risk and Russia’s Geopolitical Dynamics

Executive Summary Geopolitics in the Caucasus is constantly shifting, showing both division and lasting patterns. Despite pressure and diplomatic confrontation, particularly with Azerbaijan and Armenia, Russia retains influence in the South Caucasus …

UN chief condemns latest Houthi attacks on Red Sea shipping

Openforce Partners with Lutzie 43 Foundation to Promote Roadway Safety and Combat Distracted Driving

SCOTTSDALE, AZ, UNITED STATES, July 18, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Openforce, the leading software platform for managing commercial relationships between contracting companies and their 1099 independent contractor vendors, is proud to announce a …

Outsourcing Accounts Receivable Services Drives Accuracy in USA Logistics Industry Payment Cycles

Rising freight complexity drives logistics firms toward outsourcing accounts receivable services for better control. MIAMI, FL, UNITED STATES, July 18, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Across the U.S. logistics companies are placing increased emphasis on …

Outsourcing Accounts Receivable Services Addresses Gaps in U.S. Logistics Billing Systems

Outsourcing accounts receivable services help logistics providers streamline finance and scale with fewer resources. MIAMI, FL, UNITED STATES, July 18, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Logistics companies across the U.S. are now prioritizing external …

U.S. Logistics Turns to Outsourcing Accounts Receivable Services to Fix Broken Billing Systems

U.S. logistics firms improve cash flow and billing accuracy by outsourcing accounts receivable services to experts. MIAMI, FL, UNITED STATES, July 18, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Logistics companies across the U.S. are increasingly turning to external …

leagend BM5-D: A Solar‑Powered Display Battery Monitor Tailored for Remote and Industrial Applications

leagend has introduced leagend BM5-D, which combines real-time display, solar-powered autonomy, and wireless alerting in a compact, user-friendly form. NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, July 18, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- leagend, a trusted name in …

Kiwitaxi Named Best Taxi Service Company in Lithuania at the 2025 International Travel Awards

VILNIUS, LITHUANIA, July 18, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- On June 14th, the 8th annual International Travel Awards — one of the travel industry’s most prestigious global honors — announced its 2025 winners following a rigorous public voting and …

Expeed Software Welcomes Will Burrus as Chief Product Officer and Adam McQuade as Director of Technology

Expeed is happy to announce two executive appointments: Will Burrus has joined as Chief Product Officer, and Adam McQuade has joined as Director of Technology. COLUMBUS, OH, UNITED STATES, July 17, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Expeed Software …

Statement from NRLCA President Don Maston on House Majority Support for Preserving the USPS as a Public Institution

ALEXANDRIA, VA, UNITED STATES, July 17, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Today, the National Rural Letter Carriers’ Association celebrates a critical milestone in our campaign to protect the United States Postal Service: a bipartisan majority of …

JUNK.COM ROLLS INTO FRISCO FOR TOUCH-A-TRUCK

Families, Fun, and Full-Sized Clean-Up Power Take Center Stage at Northeast Community Park FRISCO, TX, UNITED STATES, July 17, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Big wheels, bigger smiles, and the boldest clean-up crew in town recently rolled into Northeast …

USPS Celebrates 250 Years: A Critical Moment for Rural America

NRLCA Hosts Events as USPS Workers Fight to Keep the Institution Public SHEPHERDSTOWN, WV, UNITED STATES, July 17, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As the United States Postal Service (USPS) celebrates its 250th anniversary, this milestone comes at a …

TheLysts AG Unveils AI-Powered Suite to Supercharge List Creation

Three new in-app AI tools suggest columns, auto-populate lists, and recommend items— all powered by TheLysts’ proprietary model. ZUG, SWITZERLAND, July 17, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- TheLysts AG today rolled out a major update to its mobile and …

Transworld Business Advisors of Eastern North Carolina Welcomes New Agent

Regional Business Brokerage Firm welcomes new agent, Greg Peterson, on board. GREENVILLE, NC, UNITED STATES, July 17, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Transworld Business Advisors of Eastern North Carolina is thrilled to welcome Greg Peterson to their team. …

Carrier Details Launches Digital Evidence of Insurance Verification, Boosts Compliance Across Freight Industry

HEBRON, ND, UNITED STATES, July 17, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Carrier Details, a trusted provider of freight carrier data solutions, today announced the official launch of its Digital Evidence of Insurance (EOI) Verification API. The Carrier …

Infinit-I Announces New Resources for Motor Carriers to Meet FMCSA's Medical Examiner's Certification Integration Rule

The rule went into effect June 23, 2025 with a waiver until October 13, 2025. It affects CDL drivers and Motor Carriers. TEXARKANA, TX, UNITED STATES, July 17, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The FMCSA's Medical Examiner's Certification …

Cargo Spectre Unveils New Automated NMFC Freight Classification Tool

Cargo Spectre Becomes the First Dimensioning System to Offer Freight Classification Straight from the Dimensioner HOUSTON, TX, UNITED STATES, July 17, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Cargo Spectre, a leading provider of automated dimensioning systems for the …

Glīd Unveils World-First Unmanned Autonomous Road-to-Rail Dual Mobility Platform

Powerful combination of Rāden and EZRA-1SIX AI sets a new standard for logistics, infrastructure, and national security DETROIT, MI, UNITED STATES, July 17, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Glīd Technologies, pioneering autonomous road-to-rail solutions …

SPECTRA REPRISES SUCCESSFUL MARKETING CAMPAIGN

Spectra is serving a national client with the second round of a highly successful marketing campaign involving complex kitting requirements. COLUMBIA, SC, UNITED STATES, July 17, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As a highly experienced third-party …

Healthcare Third‑party Logistics Market 2025–2034 : Size, Share & Competitive Landscape – Forecasting at (7.8% CAGR)

WILMINGTON, NEW CASTLE, DE, UNITED STATES, July 17, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- According to a new report published by Allied Market Research, titled, “Healthcare Third-party Logistics Market," The Healthcare Third-party Logistics Market Size …

leagend Introduces Specialized 5A Battery Charger Series for Professional-Grade Power Management

leagend, a specialist in battery diagnostics and power solutions, is proud to unveil its dedicated 5A Battery Charger Series. NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, July 17, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- leagend, a specialist in battery diagnostics and power …

LNG Carrier Market to Surpass $244.8 Billion by 2033 | Growing Demand for LNG Drives Industry Growth

🌊 Global LNG Carrier Market Forecast 2024-2033: Key Trends, Growth Drivers & Opportunities in LNG Shipping 🚛 WILMINGTON, DE, UNITED STATES, July 17, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- According to a new report by Allied Market Research, the LNG …