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Florida East Coast Railway began deploying GE’s Transportation’s RailConnect mCrew product to maximize efficiency.

Cathay Pacific appoints new head of cargo, while Matchback Systems names IT director.

The liquid food transportation specialist partnered with wash station chain Quala for its new terminal locations.

Port of San Diego appoints new head, while Globe Express Services names CEO.

A new report authored by the National Research Council’s Transportation Research Board recommends STB hearings on “unreasonable” rates be replaced by independent arbitration.

Transportation and warehousing segment added 13,000 new jobs in May, according to the latest figures from the U.S. Department of Labor’s Bureau of Labor Statistics.

The FAA has proposed a $63,000 civil penalty against CTC Battery of Hayward, Calif., for allegedly violating federal hazardous material transport regulations.

Panalpina names new COO and CIO, while Port Freeport commission elects new officers and Bouchard Transportation appoints VP.

Labor groups reacted to Senator Gardner’s PORTS legislation, which would expand the Taft-Hartley Act.

Aim of the Northwest Seaport Alliance is to protect and attract more cargo to Puget Sound region.

Harsh winter weather, West Coast port congestion, plunging oil prices and a strong dollar all contributed to a weaker economic growth forecast, according to the International Monetary Fund’s 2015 U.S. […]

The new Senate bill would allow state governors to invoke Taft-Hartley in an attempt to mitigate port congestion stemming from labor disputes.

National Retail Federation appoints new research VP, while Greencarriers picks heads of global sales and road freight.

The Federal Aviation Administration has proposed a $70,050 civil penalty against the University of Wisconsin-Madison for alleged hazmat regulations violations.

The Federal Railroad Administration will supply a $6.8 million Railroad Rehabilitation and Improvement Financing loan to the Arkansas and Missouri Railroad.

AIIS warned this “negative trend is now growing more pronounced, and, if it continues, the year-to-date total could soon fall below 2014.”

The Federal Aviation Administration has proposed civil penalties ranging from $54,000 to $81,669 against three companies for allegedly violating federal hazmat rules.

The Federal Aviation Administration has proposed a $227,500 civil penalty against AmplaChem of Carmel, Ind.

C.H. Robinson appoints new CFO and CIO, while Transfix names senior VP of sales.

Average annual exports in the Asia Pacific region grew from $4.1 billion for the five years before free trade agreements to $6 billion for the five years following their introduction, […]

Norfolk Southern adjusts intermodal operations oversight, while Suddath Cos. appoints new CEO.

Changes to Maritime Security Program could harm other U.S.-flag carriers.

   This is an eventful year for new technology being introduced at container terminals with the opening of APM Terminals Maasvlakte II in Rotterdam, and introduction of leading-edge systems at […]

Clamor over detention and demurrage fees is growing among shippers.

   Tom Sanderson, chief executive officer of the progressive third party logistics firm Transplace, recently told an audience of shipper and carrier representatives in Dallas: “It’s a great time to […]

Energy and Water Development Appropriations Bill substantially increases funding to the Army Corps of Engineers for waterway and port infrastructure projects during fiscal year 2016.

Old Dominion Freight Line changes up chief executives, while Satellite Logistics Group adds to IT leadership.

Envirotainer names COO, while UPS appoints engineering VP and V.Group hires new communications head.

UPS agreed to pay $25 million to resolve allegations that it submitted false claims to the U.S. government in connection with its delivery of next-day packages.

Since they are so critical to trade, negotiations between dockworkers and employers should be governed in same way as railroads and airlines, argues Diana Furchtgott-Roth.

C.H. Robinson appoints global forwarding president, while CEVA Logistics names healthcare sector VP.

Non-MSP carriers worry they could lose more business under a new deal that would allow more local sourcing of food aid.

U.S. District Court Judge Charles Breyer denied the company’s motion, which alleged FedEx is protected from litigation as a common carrier.

Norfolk Southern names new marketing chief, while Momentum Transportation appoints operations VP.

Owner of the Alpine Eternity says the effort to resolve commercial dispute has been complicated by sanctions against Iran.

Cargo thefts in the United States were down 14% year-over-year by volume in the first quarter, but up 25% in value, according to the FreightWatch International Q1 2015 U.S. Cargo […]

New legislation introduced in the U.S. Senate seeks to provide the government with more data about port performance.

The United States and Armenia have entered into a Trade and Investment Framework Agreement.

Worldwide Express, Inmar appoint VPs, while Troy Container Lines announces retirement of VP Gimbert.

The Commerce Department has released the 11th edition of its guide to assist small and midsized enterprises with exporting.

Working with other universities, the MSU center will focus on research, education and training in safety and integration of UAS into the nation’s airspace.

Sunteck and Rand Logistics name senior executives, while TIACA and Shipbuilders Council of America top off boards.

Cargotec appoints head of MacGregor business area, ISS selects Port Manager for its new Anchorage office, and TRAC names chief commercial officer.

Appropriateness of detention and demurrage charges must be addressed on a case-by-case basis, says World Shipping Council.

A half dozen senators have asked the Obama administration to issue an emergency order to improve access to information for first responders to oil train derailments.

As West Coast port congestion started easing after new dock labor contract agreement, meat shippers found it easier to export to Asian buyers.

Saddle Creek Logistics Services appoints director of business development, while Purolator International names eastern district sales manager.

The containership was released early Thursday morning after Maersk provided a letter of understanding related to the underlying cargo case.

Crew on Maersk Tigris remains safe and are in good spirits, according to the Danish ocean carrier.

The Commerce Department on Tuesday reported U.S. exports of goods and services increased by $1.6 billion, or 0.9 percent, in March.

Transport America replaces retiring president, while CEVA Logistics selects COO of Global Air and Ocean Freight.

New Jersey Governor said he was “not unsympathetic to the merits of the bill,” but it was premature to consider withdrawal without a similar proposal in New York.

International Association of Ports and Harbors elects Americas region VP, while GAC appoints executive group vice president of Oil and Gas.

The proposal, which modifies the pricing structure for dry bulkers, LNG and LPG vessels, will be implemented along with a customer loyalty program.

UPS appoints new global sustainability director, while Port of Prince Rupert adds board member.

U.S. Naval Forces Central Command has begun accompanying U.S.-flagged maritime traffic in the Strait of Hormuz.

Department of Transportation Secretary Anthony Foxx gave Marine Highway designation to projects on the Mississippi River, New York Harbor, and the Potomac River.

Roadrunner, Matchback Systems and Great Lakes Towing make executive and director-level appointments.

Rickmers, which manages the ship for Maersk said Iranian navy fired “warning shots” at Marshall Islands-flagged Maersk Tigris.

More needs to be done about these “unfair and unreasonable” fees, according to a joint letter from 94 industry organizations.

Global operator of Boeing 747 freighters Cargolux Airlines said it will temporarily ban the transport of lithium ion battery shipments, starting May 1.

UPS, AmeriQuest, AAPA, CEVA and Swissport make executive and director-level appointments.

American Waterways Operators elects new chairman, while Deutsche Post DHL Group shuffles Global Forwarding officers in wake of resignation.

The Texas Coalition for Transportation Productivity has thrown its support behind state legislation to increase weight limits for trucks transporting ocean containers.

Swissport, Scoular Co., Saddle Creek, Purolator, and CPG announce executive and director appointments.

Product is aimed at small and medium sized shippers.

E&WD will increase the Corps’ Civil Works fiscal 2016 budget to $5.597 billion, adding $864.75 million to the Obama administration’s request.

Indictment alleges the former shipping line employee authorized payment of phony invoices.

The European Commission has proposed amending its approvals process for imported commodities with biotechnology traits.

Sunset Transportation names new president, and CSX appoints VP of state government affairs in Northeast.

Maritime Administration originally awarded the money to Horizon Lines, but the ocean carrier did not move forward with the project and has since been broken up and sold to Pasha […]

Norfolk Southern expands roles of two VPs, while UTi and Cambridge Systematics add to management teams.

Maersk Group and Crowley Maritime say the new company, called Ardent, will be headquartered in Houston.

MOL (Canada), Ameriquest Transportation, and ABS Group made senior appointments.

The Federal Maritime Commission may institute more stringent monitoring of ocean carrier alliances, according to commissioner William P. Doyle.

New Jersey Attorney General cites the work of the NY/NJ Waterfront Commission as a bill to dissolve it sits on the Governor’s desk.

State Senate President Stephen Sweeney called for a $2-billion-a-year Transportation Trust Fund.

The U.S. Transportation Department on Friday released a regulatory package to enhance the safety crude oil and ethanol shipped by rail.

American Trucking Associations wants electronic speed limiters on all large trucks to be set at no higher than 65 mph.

The U.S. Federal Maritime Commission has received 36 ocean transportation intermediary license applications and changes for review.

XVELA, a unit of Navis, aims to help carriers and port terminals work together.

   When the World Customs Organization set out to establish the SAFE Framework of Standards to Secure and Facilitate Global Trade after the Sept. 11, 2001 terrorist attacks, it handpicked […]

Customs organization ready to assist members with implementing WTO agreement.

Marine terminals sees congestion as precursor to challenges from Panama Canal.

   The logistics staff that you hire today for your business, whether you’re a shipper, transportation intermediary or freight carrier, will mostly come from the millennial generation.     While it’s […]

Transportation Intermediaries Association says truck safety scores on FMCSA website have led to misuse in lawsuits.

UTi Worldwide appoints co-presidents for forwarding, while the Port of New Orleans welcomes new commissioner.

Southern California container terminals clear backlog in wake of tentative ILWU contract.

While the Jones Act is seen as a pillar by many industry and government officials, it’s under heavy attack by some legislators and interests.

The average financial loss of these crimes was 205,625 euros (about $220,000), the trade group said.

The Commerce Department has concluded there’s both dumping and subsidization of these imports from China.

Nebraska Sen. Deb Fischer says labor impasse sent “ripples through the U.S. economy.”

The International Civil Aviation Organization developed the prototype risk information repository in response to recommendations from the UN’s High-level Safety Conference in February.

Schenker AG names new head of contract logistics, while Abu Dhabi Terminals appoints CCO.

Fees are having “negative impact” on the fair, efficient and reliable movement of ocean cargo, according to a new report from the Federal Maritime Commission.

The U.S. Surface Transportation Board approved a joint proposal by Anacostia Rail Holdings’ Louisville & Indiana Railroad and CSX to upgrade the rail line.

Transportation, Commerce and State departments will review comments alleging sudsidies for Emirates Airline, Etihad Airways and Qatar Airways

MOL shuffles senior management with commercial chief, VP appointments, while Finnair appoints VP of global sales.

CSX names treasurer, while Shipco Transport appoints a new Chicago general manager.

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