James Miller

Key Appointments at Farcinox Bolster Expertise in Tanker Design and Manufacturing Operations

Farcinox, a prominent player in the design and manufacturing of chemical and food transport tankers, recently enhanced its organizational structure by appointing two senior leaders: José Manuel Reíllo as Technical Director and Martín Peinado as Operations Director.

LondonMetric expands logistics portfolio with £51m acquisitions and completes £22m asset sales

LondonMetric Property Plc recently bolstered its portfolio by acquiring assets worth £51.1 million, alongside executing sales totaling £22.1 million.

How Werner Premium Services Revolutionizes Customized Logistics for Sensitive and Valuable Freight

High-value freight—ranging from sensitive pharmaceuticals requiring strict temperature control to advanced technology crossing borders—demands much more than the usual logistics routine.

Accident at Bergé Marítima in Bilbao Port Spurs Urgent Calls for Labor Safety Measures

In the bustling environment of the Bilbao port, a new workplace accident involving two employees working for subcontractors of Bergé Marítima has ignited concern over safety and labor conditions.

How U.S.-China Shipping Fees Affect Agricultural Exporters and American Maritime Competitiveness

The Controversy Over Fees on Chinese Ships at U.S. Ports Fees imposed on Chinese-owned and -built ships docking at U.S. ports have sparked significant concern among American agricultural exporters. Intended as a policy lever to rejuvenate U.S. shipbuilding and maritime industries, these fees ended up increasing operational costs for carriers, a burden ultimately borne by exporters and, by extension, American farmers. The fees charged stood at $50 per net ton per voyage and quickly accumulated into millions of dollars for major Chinese shipping liners. Rather than bolstering domestic maritime production, these charges risk rendering U.S. agricultural goods less competitive compared to global

Analysis Reveals Spanish Fleets Increase Trips by 13% on Black Friday – Impacting Fuel Use and Driver Stress

Black Friday and the lead-up to Christmas create a demanding environment for professional transport fleets.

How Schneider National Boosts Logistics Scheduling Efficiency with EXL’s AI Technology

Schneider National has tapped into the power of artificial intelligence, employing EXL’s cutting-edge technology to improve logistics appointment scheduling.

401(k) Contribution Cap Boosted to $24,500 in 2026 with New IRA Limits Announced

Stepping into 2026, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) has boosted the maximum annual contributions allowed for 401(k) plans to $24,500, up by $1,000 from 2025’s limit of $23,500.

Understanding the Surge in Diesel Prices: Four Weeks of Consecutive Increases and What It Means for Transport

Diesel prices have been climbing for four weeks straight, reaching levels not seen since early summer 2024.

Transflo Strengthens Telemetics Services with Dwayne Primeau at the Helm of ATI

Transflo has recently undertaken a significant leadership reshuffle, appointing Dwayne Primeau as President of Assured Telematics Innovation (ATI).

Port of Oakland Reports Stable Loaded Container Volumes Amid Decline in Empties and Overall Annual Shift

The Port of Oakland recorded a total of 182,879 TEUs (twenty-foot equivalent units) in October, marking a modest 2.2% increase compared to September.

How Cortex AI by PCS Enhances Freight Broker and Carrier Workflow Automation

Keeping pace in the fast-moving freight industry can feel like chasing a moving target—opportunities pop up and vanish like smoke before they can be seized.