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The phrases "global level playing field" and "commercially viable" were mentioned several times during a launch event Wednesday that called for governments around the world to act on climate change and commit to decarbonizing the shipping sector by 2050.  The industry is seeking an equitable...

Startup manufacturer Mammoth Freighters LLC on Wednesday announced a joint venture with GDC Technics, a major widebody maintenance and overhaul organization based at Alliance Airport in Fort Worth, Texas, to support its fledgling program for converting Boeing 777 passenger aircraft to freighters....

In May, Bed Bath & Beyond announced an agreement with DoorDash (NYSE: DASH) to provide same-day delivery. It is now taking the next step to market its goods with the delivery provider – joining DoorDash Marketplace. Bed Bath & Beyond (NASDAQ: BBBY) said it is the first home goods retailer...

Robotics companies are exploding onto the market with offerings suited for companies of all sizes. On this episode of At Your Doorstep, Kaylee Nix looks at the way ForwardX Robotics is operating with is robotics-as-a-service model  She welcomes ForwardX Director of Global Expansion Jonathan...

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Port Houston handled its highest month ever for total of twenty-foot equivalent units at 320,086 in August, an increase of 29% compared to the same period last year. The port also recorded the highest monthly loaded imports on record at 159,791 TEUs during August, a 37% increase compared to August...

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Jokr, the 15-minute grocery delivery firm that launched in June in three New York City boroughs, is expanding to three additional locations. The company on Tuesday announced it will begin servicing the Upper West Side, the Upper East Side, and the financial district. Jokr previously served only...

The Biden administration is asking a "broad range of stakeholders" involved with moving freight to help solve the country's container and intermodal chassis shortages while also trying to alleviate supply chain chokepoints. In an information request to be posted in the Federal Register on Thursday...

It's been a tumultuous 18 months for ocean shippers, with many feeling the pain of high spot rates and uncertain shipping times. However, one company is making moves that may ease some of the spot rate insanity.  On this episode of Navigate B2B, Steve Ferreira breaks down how spot rates have...

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The Virginia Port Authority anticipates that the volume strength seen in August will persist through the remainder of 2021. "We are nearing the height of peak season and do not anticipate a let-up before year's end. Knowing that, we are focusing on remaining agile and fluid in our operations and...

This commentary was written by Lori Ann LaRocco. The views expressed here are solely those of the author and do not necessarily represent the views of FreightWaves or its affiliates. The word "historic" in the maritime and logistics industry has become so overused that its meaning now is watered...