News: 2026-10-14 (14 October 2026)

PRESS RELEASE October 14, 2026, Marseille CMA CGM and HappyRobot scale up a tailored voice-based AI solution to support CMA CGM’s customers and employees – CMA CGM is expanding the deployment of a multilingual AI voice...

The Loadstar · 22:25 UTC

The Sikh Coalition was one of the louder voices in opposition to FMCSA’s English language proposed rule. The post English language rule’s comments bring criticism from Sikh organization appeared first on FreightWaves .

FreightWaves · 20:13 UTC

U.S. forces destroyed an Iranian-affiliated dhow in the Gulf of Oman on October 6 after determining that the vessel was conducting surveillance and helping target American warships, U.S. Central Command...

gCaptain · 20:01 UTC

Waabi says its Dallas-Houston commercial load volume is up more than 80% this year, and Warrior Logistics is now running routine customer freight on the corridor The post Waabi signs Warrior Logistics for Dallas-Houston...

FreightWaves · 19:25 UTC

Intermodal conversion is no longer an option but a necessity for shippers, driven by past supply chain chaos and persistent fuel costs. FreightWaves Finance Editor Todd Maiden breaks down J.B. Hunt’s strategic...

FreightWaves · 19:00 UTC

US rail traffic is surging, with intermodal and carload volumes hitting new highs. This isn’t just a few bright spots; growth is broad-based across nearly all industrial sectors, driven by tight trucking capacity...

FreightWaves · 18:59 UTC

The trucking industry is rapidly evolving, making cutting-edge technology a must-have for carriers of all sizes. Learn how Datatruck is transforming the landscape for small and mid-sized fleets, offering advanced TMS...

FreightWaves · 18:58 UTC

The SONAR Truckload Rejection Index is skyrocketing, hitting an unexpected 14% in October – a significant development outside normal seasonal patterns. This isn’t driven by a demand spike, but rather by persistent...

FreightWaves · 18:57 UTC

Georgia Ports has secured federal approval for a $2.3 billion container terminal that will add 3.5 million TEUs of capacity at the Port of Savannah.

gCaptain · 18:03 UTC

Houthi attacks on Saudi infrastructure have raised the risk of renewed Red Sea shipping disruption ahead of 2027 contract negotiations. The post Houthi attacks add new geopolitical risk to softening container rates...

FreightWaves · 17:46 UTC

The VNX shares a platform with the VNL and VNR, the product of a $3 billion investment, and gets a 540-horsepower D13 rated to EPA 2027 standards with 630 braking horsepower The post Volvo takes aim at vocational trucks...

FreightWaves · 17:30 UTC

By Jonathan Saul and Renee Maltezou LONDON, Oct 14 (Reuters) – A container ship and a dry bulk carrier have both sunk near the Strait of Hormuz in the past...

gCaptain · 17:22 UTC

Six months into a war that sowed upheaval in the Persian Gulf, Qatar found itself stuck. By late August, even limited shipments from the gas heavyweight had all but stopped following a projectile attack on one of its...

gCaptain · 17:15 UTC

Edge Logistics has sued Freight Tec Management Group and four former employees, alleging a coordinated scheme to divert customers, misuse confidential information and pay kickbacks funded by inflated freight charges....

FreightWaves · 17:09 UTC

Yemen's Houthis vowed on Wednesday to press on with attacks on airports and oil facilities in Saudi Arabia, a day after a strike that sources said caused extensive damage to the headquarters of oil giant Saudi...

gCaptain · 16:34 UTC

The U.S. Federal Maritime Commission (FMC) is proposing $200,000 fees on Spanish-flagged vessels entering American ports, along with restrictions on billions of dollars in Spanish imports, after concluding that...

gCaptain · 15:56 UTC

Missiles struck two containerships in Global Feeder Shipping’s (GFS) fleet in the Strait of Hormuz in the past 24 hours, with one vessel subsequently sinking after catching fire. Singapore’s Maritime and Port Authority...

The Loadstar · 15:09 UTC

JPMorganChase has appointed two senior leaders to help expand its support for U.S. shipbuilding and the maritime industry under its $1.5 trillion Security and Resiliency Initiative (SRI), a 10-year effort...

gCaptain · 14:56 UTC

A Singapore-flagged containership has sunk after being struck by a projectile in the Strait of Hormuz, as a widening series of attacks on merchant shipping raises fresh questions about U.S....

gCaptain · 14:44 UTC

The Royal Navy’s only dedicated ice patrol ship has been towed from Teesside to Devonport following a reported defect, raising questions about Britain’s ability to maintain its maritime presence in the polar regions as...

gCaptain · 13:33 UTC

UPS is focusing on premium service over parcel volume with a potential Teamsters union strike on the horizon. The post Is UPS parcel pivot a strategic winner or a ‘Trojan horse’? appeared first on FreightWaves .

FreightWaves · 13:23 UTC

Investigators found missing load-security measures, conflicting carrier information and two identification cards after stopping the truck near Lincoln. The post Nebraska deputies recover $250K stolen copper load 50...

FreightWaves · 13:20 UTC

According to AFS Logistics and TD Cowen, record third-quarter less-than-truckload rates are projected to rise even higher by the end of the year. The post LTL rates hit new high in Q3, moving higher in Q4 appeared first...

FreightWaves · 13:20 UTC

President Donald Trump said Taiwan had agreed to buy 30% of the liquefied natural gas from a planned project in Alaska for 20 years, even as Taipei indicated that no binding commitments have been finalized.

gCaptain · 13:17 UTC

Cyber extortion group ‘n0n’ has named 38 organisations across the global shipping and ports sector on its dark-web leak site, raising concerns that data may have been stolen. Cybersecurity firm SOCRadar...

The Loadstar · 13:15 UTC

ENGIE and CMA CGM have signed a framework agreement to develop a biomethane production facility in the industrial-port area of Le Havre, France. ENGIE will lead the project’s technical development and permitting...

Container News · 13:00 UTC

A container ship has sunk near the Strait of Hormuz after being hit by a projectile and a separate dry bulk vessel is sinking in another incident, maritime security sources said on Wednesday.

gCaptain · 12:45 UTC

Gemini may be relaunching connections between the Far East and Middle East this weekend, to restore direct ocean links, but after replacing Jebel Ali calls, Khor Fakkan appears to be showing signs of buckling under the...

The Loadstar · 12:40 UTC

FedEx and UPS have turned surcharges into a profit center rather than a pass-through mechanism for unforeseen costs. The post Parcel shipping costs approach record high as extra charges stack up appeared first on...

FreightWaves · 12:33 UTC

The US-Iran conflict and subsequent closure of the Hormuz Straits have upended the networks, and fleet deployment strategies, of the world’s three largest common feeder operators – and seen AD Ports’ Global Feeder...

The Loadstar · 12:26 UTC

AI infrastructure shippers, still seeking peak-season capacity, could push air freight rates sharply higher, as demand for servers, chips, and data centre equipment adds pressure to an already firm market. According to...

The Loadstar · 12:02 UTC

After long delays, China has finally granted and signed a $336 million loan agreement with Bangladesh to build two container jetties at Mongla Port, the country’s second-largest seaport. The deal was signed in Dhaka on...

Container News · 12:00 UTC

REUTERS reports: Uber Technologies can pursue civil racketeering claims against a Philadelphia-based lawyer even though the company’s insurer footed its defense ​bills in a series of allegedly fraudulent personal...

The Loadstar · 11:41 UTC

Pilot Travel Centers and Tesla have opened their first Megacharger site for heavy-duty electric trucks, Pilot said Oct. 8. The site, at a Pilot travel center in Ellabell, Ga., has six charging stalls. Twelve more...

FreightWaves · 11:30 UTC

South Korea’s President Lee Jae-myung says he remains committed to establishing container shipping services between Busan and Europe via the Northern Sea Route by 2030, despite lukewarm commercial interest. He...

The Loadstar · 11:27 UTC

Axpo has completed its first liquefied natural gas (LNG) bunkering operation at the Port of Valencia, Spain, supplying a container vessel with a fuel mix containing more than 50% bio-LNG. The ship-to-ship operation took...

Container News · 11:00 UTC

In case you missed it: Four days last month separated the ransomware group’s claims against Precision Vehicle Logistics and the Port of Tanjung Pelepas. Here’s a recap of what happened and what it means for the...

The Loadstar · 10:57 UTC

Forwarding powerhouse Kuehne + Nagel (K+N) is readying to disclose Q3 26 numbers next Thursday (22 October) and, to do so in style, is preparing the ground, internally spreading the mantra: “Our culture is second...

The Loadstar · 10:37 UTC

DP World has appointed Morten Johansen as chief executive officer of its Americas region, placing a longtime ports and logistics executive in charge of the company’s operations across North America, South America, and...

FreightWaves · 10:26 UTC

Public-private investment of nearly $1 billion will support PhilaPort’s largest-ever expansion. The post Philadelphia ports sets $837 million expansion, first new berth in 50 years appeared first on FreightWaves .

FreightWaves · 10:05 UTC

An ammonia cargo has sailed through the Strait of Hormuz for the first time since July, according to S&P Global Commodities at Sea(opens in a new tab) data. The 25,000 mt Gas Aqua loaded at Ras al Khair in the...

Hellenic Shipping News · 10:00 UTC

Freight rates for Russian oil shipments from western ports to India reached record highs in early October. The increase reflects heightened risks in the Black Sea and a continuing rally in the global tanker market,...

Hellenic Shipping News · 10:00 UTC

The electrification of Danish shipping is advancing rapidly. Access to electricity and sufficient grid capacity remains the biggest barrier. A new project will provide practical recom­men­da­tions for policymakers and...

Hellenic Shipping News · 10:00 UTC

The CMA CGM Group, a global player in sea, land, air and logistics solutions, and ENGIE Group, a major player in the energy transition, are joining forces to develop a major biomethane production facility at the heart...

Hellenic Shipping News · 10:00 UTC

Earlier this year, Veson Nautical launched the Veson Platform to unify workflows, data, and collaboration with contextual AI into one integrated workspace. This advancement enabled teams to gain instant access to voyage...

Hellenic Shipping News · 10:00 UTC

Summary: As Q4 gets underway, supply chains across Asia Pacific continue to adapt to shifting demand and changing network conditions. This month’s Market Update covers post-Golden Week ocean and air developments,...

Hellenic Shipping News · 10:00 UTC

As the International Maritime Organization (IMO) tightens its carbon-reduction rules, more ships are adopting wind-assisted propulsion systems (WAPS) that use wind as thrust. The method installs wind devices on ships to...

Hellenic Shipping News · 10:00 UTC

Recent surcharge announcements from CMA CGM, Maersk and Hapag-Lloyd reveal how differently container shipping costs are evolving across African markets, with pricing adjustments linked to peak season conditions, port...

Container News · 10:00 UTC

An industry coalition has been formally launched to develop a green shipping corridor between India’s VO Chidambaranar (VOC) Port and Europe, with a focus on green methanol and green ammonia. Indian and European...

Hellenic Shipping News · 10:00 UTC

The Axpo bunkering vessel Alisios completed the ship-to-ship refuelling on Tuesday, 13 October 2026, with bio-LNG constituting more than half of the LNG supplied. The successful operation marks another milestone in the...

Hellenic Shipping News · 10:00 UTC

US authorization to import Russian diesel is unlikely to have a material impact on diesel prices in the near term because Russia has little capacity to boost exports, and the US license could also face legal hurdles,...

Hellenic Shipping News · 10:00 UTC

The traditional value-in-use (VIU) model based on chemical properties is being boosted by the global push for decarbonization. This is changing in the iron ore market, separating high-grade, low-impurity ores from the...

Hellenic Shipping News · 10:00 UTC

Iron ore futures fell toward CNY 670 per ton, touching fresh four-year lows as increased blast furnace maintenance in China and abundant global supply weighed on prices. Industry data showed that projected hot metal...

Hellenic Shipping News · 10:00 UTC

Copper futures rose above $6.70 per pound on Wednesday, moving closer to record highs as labor strikes and adverse weather conditions disrupted mining operations across Chile, the world’s largest copper producer....

Hellenic Shipping News · 10:00 UTC

Oil prices rose on Wednesday as renewed fighting between Saudi Arabia and Yemen’s Houthis spurred more concerns over supply disruptions in the Middle East. Renewed attacks on shipping through the Strait of Hormuz also...

Hellenic Shipping News · 10:00 UTC

Saudi Arabia’s crude oil production rebounded by 2.134 million barrels per day in September 2026, reaching 8.372 million barrels per day after falling to its lowest level in more than three decades. Despite the...

Hellenic Shipping News · 10:00 UTC

The US Energy Information Administration (EIA) expects the Brent crude spot price to average $105/bbl in the fourth quarter of 2026 before declining to around $84/bbl in 2027. The EIA forecasts Brent crude’s price to...

Hellenic Shipping News · 10:00 UTC

Global refinery capacity has declined by as much as 10 percent amid mounting transportation challenges and geopolitical tensions. They include closure of the Strait of Hormuz, attacks from Houthi rebels in Yemen on Red...

Hellenic Shipping News · 10:00 UTC

UK natural gas prices fell to 213 pence per therm on Wednesday, but remained near their highest levels since 2022, as Middle Eastern LNG exports remained constrained and gas storage levels were still low. Although...

Hellenic Shipping News · 10:00 UTC

European equity bourses gained ground on Wednesday, as a strong fourth-quarter sales forecast from semiconductor lithography giant ASML reignited appetite for technology shares, helping continental indices absorb...

Hellenic Shipping News · 10:00 UTC