James Miller

Volkswagen’s Strategy Unfolds: Introducing Range Extender Electric Vehicles in the US, Europe, and China

Volkswagen is eyeing the introduction of electric vehicles equipped with range extender technology in the US and European markets, a move that has been notably successful in China but is still gaining traction in the West.

Unlock Freight Industry Insights Nationwide with FreightWaves Roadshow 2026

FreightWaves is embarking on its highly anticipated Roadshow tour in 2026, aimed at bringing together freight and supply chain professionals across the United States to tackle some of the toughest challenges the industry currently faces.

Sharp Rise in Anchorage Cargo Flights Marks November 2025: Key Carriers and Routes in Focus

November 2025 unexpectedly turned into the busiest month of the year at Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport, recording a significant surge in international cargo aircraft movements.

OceanScore Launches Japan Office to Support Local Shipping Firms with EU Green Maritime Regulations

OceanScore has set up a new office in Japan aimed at providing vital support to shipping companies in the Asia-Pacific region in meeting the demanding requirements of the EU Emissions Trading System (EU ETS) and FuelEU Maritime regulations.

SBB Cargo to Remain Switzerland's Exclusive Single Wagonload Provider Until 2029

In the midst of ongoing changes and uncertainty in Switzerland’s single wagonload (SWL) rail freight sector, one fact remains ironclad: SBB Cargo will continue to be the exclusive provider of these services until 2029.

Henrique Braun to Succeed James Quincey as Coca-Cola CEO in Early 2026

Henrique Braun is set to take the reins as CEO of Coca-Cola on March 31, 2026, marking a key leadership change for the Atlanta-based beverage giant.

Spanish Merchant Mariners Play Crucial Roles Yet Are Excluded from National Port Sector Congress

Spanish merchant mariners are the unsung heroes of port operations, fully immersed in essential tasks like loading and unloading cargo, mooring vessels, cargo stowage, securing loads, and calculating ship stability.

Essential Developments: National Defense Spending Approved and Holiday Shipping Cutoffs

The US House of Representatives recently voted decisively to approve the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), marking a pivotal moment for military funding this fiscal year.

Changes in Canadian Trucking Jobs Amidst a Growing National Labour Market

While Canada’s overall job market has been showing robust growth recently, the trucking and logistics sectors are experiencing a subtle downturn in employment figures.

Ford and SK Innovation to Separately Manage Tennessee and Kentucky Battery Plants in Strategic Split

Ford and SK Innovation Part Ways on U.S. Battery Production The recent decision by Ford Motor Co. and South Korea’s SK Innovation Co. to dissolve their American battery manufacturing partnership signals a significant shift in the automotive supply chain landscape. Instead of jointly operating their U.S. facilities, each company will now independently own and run specific plants, marking a strategic separation of their previously shared battery production efforts. The New Operational Landscape for Battery Plants Under the new arrangement, SK Innovation will take charge of the BlueOval SK plant in Tennessee , a facility central to the battery cell production for electric vehicles. Meanwhile,

Chinese Aviation Breakthroughs with Heavy-Lift Drones and Their Impact on Cargo Transport

Chinese aviation has recently achieved notable progress by launching two heavy-lift drone models within just 24 hours of each other, marking significant advancements in unmanned cargo transport technology.

Heavy Flooding Shuts Down Crucial B.C. Highways Connecting Lower Mainland to Interior

Significant flooding and landslides have brought major highways in British Columbia to a standstill, severing the vital connections between the Lower Mainland and Interior regions.