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Lepta Shipping in for kamsarmax pair at Yangzijiang
Tokyo-headquartered Lepta Shipping has ordered two kamsarmax bulk carriers at Yangzi-Mitsui Shipbuilding (YAMIC). Newbuilding sources report the joint venture between Nissen Kaiun and Mitsui & Co has tapped the joint venture between China’s...

Transport Minister Pushes Public-Private Partnership for Bus Sector
The sale of the idea for a Public-Private Partnership (PPP) model for Belize’s public transportation sector continued today as the Minister of Transportation, Dr. Louis Zabaneh met with several stakeholders. This morning, the media was invited to...
Military transport aircraft arrives in Cyprus ready for evacuations
FAMAGUSTA GAZETTE – Military transport aircraft have arrived at Andreas Papandreou Air Base and Larnaca Airport to facilitate the evacuation of civilians from conflict zones, according to the Cyprus Ministry of Defense. Following the activation of...

Evesham logistics company marks major milestone
Superior Freight, based in Honeybourne, is celebrating its one-year anniversary as part of the Palletways UK network, to support customers across Worcestershire and south Birmingham. The company offers a range of logistics services including...
Transport Ministry Still Investigating Bus That Caught On Fire

Transport Evolution Africa Forum Highlights Infrastructure Investment as Key to Economic Growth
Transport infrastructure investment has taken center stage at the Transport Evolution Africa Forum and Expo, with industry leaders emphasizing its critical role in driving economic growth across the continent. The three-day event, which kicked off...

Moment 'dark fleet' shipping tanker engulfed in flames after mid-sea collision
Flames engulfed a huge “dark fleet” cargo ship after it reportedly smashed into another boat. The terrifying moment when the “dark fleet” tanker caught on fire in the Persian Gulf as smoke towered into the sky was caught on camera. Early this...

Transport Minister Lauds Wike Over Abuja World-Class Bus Terminals
The Minister of Transportation, Said Alkali, has commended the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, for constructing three bus and taxi terminals in Abuja. Alkali gave the commendation in Abuja on Tuesday during the...

FAWNA receives grant for modular transport aviaries
"They're not just for birds, they're for a range of different species: birds, gliders, possums, any arboreal mammal or marsupial, so there'll be a range of different injured or hurt animals that will be housed in these cages until they can be...

Azerbaijan emerges as key transport and logistics hub in Eurasia, says Minister
Azerbaijan has become one of the major transport and logistics hubs in the Eurasian region. Azernews reports that this was stated by Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Azerbaijan, Samir Sharifov, during an event titled...

Oldendorff teams with Scottish university to open sustainable shipping research centre
A new research centre dedicated to advancing sustainable shipping has been launched by Scotland’s University of Strathclyde in partnership with Germany’s Oldendorff Carriers. The Oldendorff Research Centre for Sustainable Shipping will drive...

Motor insurance premium hike likely; Finance, transport ministries and IRDAI in talks
In a significant move that could boost the financial health of general insurers, CNBC-TV18 has learned that the Ministry of Finance is likely to have endorsed the Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India’s (IRDAI) recommendation to...

Samos Steamship's Anthony and John Inglessis launch separate shipping ventures
As reported by Riviera in early May, Anthony Inglessis now leads Carlova Maritime, a company currently managing a fleet of three vessels, according to its official website. Meanwhile, shipping data platforms have identified a second newly launched...

The Cleaner Road Ahead: How Logistics Leaders Are Cutting Carbon and Costs
The Cleaner Road Ahead: How Logistics Leaders Are Cutting Carbon and Costs From SmartWay-certified carriers to renewable fuels and route optimization, third-party logistics providers are leading the charge in reducing emissions, saving fuel, and...

Central Ohio’s Transportation Future Is Taking Shape And You Can Weigh In
If you’ve ever screamed into the void about I-71 traffic, wondered why Columbus still doesn’t have a subway, or dreamed of a monorail gliding over High Street — this is for you. The Mid-Ohio Regional Planning Commission (MORPC) just announced 11...
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Rising food prices and cheaper transport costs sees UK inflation hold
From stubborn inflation and a downgraded economic outlook, to a major regional investor merger, AO World’s strong results, and fresh insight into the future of flexible work - here are today’s top UK business stories. UK inflation came in higher...

More Citroên vehicles in France hit with ‘stop drive’ campaign following Transport Minister demand
Death of a driver in eastern France has been linked to a faulty airbag Previously only models from before 2013 were asked to stay off of roads until their airbags were fixed. Both C3 and DS3 models are affected by the new recall emirhankaramuk /...
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Business Briefing: UK inflation holds at 3.4% amid rising food prices and cheaper transport costs
From stubborn inflation and a downgraded economic outlook, to a major regional investor merger, AO World’s strong results, and fresh insight into the future of flexible work - here are today’s top UK business stories.

Verst Logistics named leading sponsor of OneNKY zones for America’s River Roots Festival
America’s River Roots Festival will take place on October 8-12. Two of the eight event zones will be in Northern Kentucky – one in Covington and one in Newport. Sponsoring members of the OneNKY Zones at America’s River Roots include Corporex,...

Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem transported to Washington DC-area hospital after allergic reaction
Kristi Noem, Homeland Security Secretary, was transported to a hospital in Washington, DC, by ambulance on Tuesday following an allergic reaction, the Department of Homeland Security said. Briefing on Noem's health and allergic reaction, DHS...