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Oil Supertanker Earnings Reach Near $510K per Day
Earnings for Middle East-to-China supertankers reach nearly $510,000 per day as exporters seek more vessels amid uncertain security.
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Port of New Orleans cleared to build $1.8bn deep‑water container terminal
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers has approved the Louisiana International Terminal, a $1.8 billion project that will let New Orleans handle 50‑foot‑draft.
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Port of Los Angeles Surpasses 960K TEUs in July
The Port of Los Angeles processed over 960,000 TEUs in July, marking its second busiest July on record.
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What Small Importers Should Let AI Decide, and What Not
Small importers are advised to automate sourcing decisions that can be easily reversed, while keeping human control over critical decisions.
U.S.-Canada Trade War Escalates as Talks Collapse
U.S. and Canada fail trade talks, with tariffs set to impact Canadian economy by 2027. What this means for operators?
North American robot orders hit $1.2 bn in H1 2026, sector growth diversifies
Unconfirmed data show a $1.2 billion spend on industrial robots in the first half of 2026, with semiconductor and pharmaceutical sectors leading the surge.
US DOT rolls out American Supply Chain Sovereignty Initiative with focus on cargo visibility
The Department of Transportation’s new platform, unveiled by Secretary Sean Duffy at the Port of Los Angeles in July, aims to map disruptions but hinges.
Five grain carriers hit near Novorossiysk and Tuapse, raising Black Sea supply worries
This piece explains how recent strikes on at least five grain ships off Russia’s Black Sea ports could disrupt global wheat flows amid an already volatile season.
Target eyes tariff refund to shave prices, sparking supply‑chain ripple
Target’s $994 million customs rebate may be passed on as lower retail prices, a move that could lift import volumes and reshape ocean freight demand for U.S. ports.
Understanding the Great Supply Chain Reset
The shift in global supply chain strategies and how technology is enabling faster response to disruptions.
Three Chinese Tankers U-Turn in Hormuz as Risks Persist
Three China-linked supertankers changed course near the Strait of Hormuz, highlighting ongoing tensions that could impact global shipping routes.
RFID and machine vision gaining ground in logistics automation
This article explores how recent technological advancements are making RFID and machine vision more viable for supply chain operations, enhancing accuracy and efficiency.
