Tag: shipping
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Port of Long Beach Reports Significant Cargo Surge in May
The Port of Long Beach experienced a substantial 31.7% increase in cargo volume in May 2026, moving 842,030 TEUs, marking its third-busiest May on record. Imports and exports also saw strong growth, contributing to a robust year-to-date performance.
BusinessScience & TechnologyPolitics and GovernmentEconomyEmployment and LaborTransportationEnvironmentTradeFederal Government Port of Long BeachCargoTEUsShippingLogisticsMay 2026Economic Development
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Amazon Expands Less-Than-Truckload Freight Service to All U.S. Businesses
Amazon expands its Less-Than-Truckload (LTL) freight service across the U.S., offering cost-effective shipping, real-time tracking, and reliable capacity to all businesses, leveraging its extensive logistics network built over decades.
BusinessScience & TechnologyEconomyTransportationComputers and InternetTrade AmazonLess-Than-TruckloadFreightSupply Chain ServicesLogisticsShipping
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Port of Long Beach to Update Public on Zero-Emissions Progress
The Port of Long Beach will host a virtual meeting on June 25 to update the public on its Cooperative Agreement with the South Coast Air Quality Management District, detailing progress on zero-emissions infrastructure for trucks and cargo equipment.
BusinessScience & TechnologyPolitics and GovernmentEconomyEnvironmentTransportationEducationGeneral Politics Port of Long BeachZero-emissionsClean Air AgreementSouth Coast Air Quality Management DistrictInfrastructureSustainabilityShipping
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Georgia Ports Authority Initiates Study for Savannah Harbor Deepening and Widening
Georgia Ports Authority launches a study to deepen and widen Savannah Harbor. This aims to accommodate larger vessels, improve two-way traffic, and boost the port's competitiveness and economic value for the nation.
BusinessPolitics and GovernmentTransportationEconomyFederal GovernmentState GovernmentsLegalEmployment and Labor Savannah HarborGeorgia Ports AuthorityChannel DeepeningShippingU.S. Army Corps of EngineersInfrastructureEconomic Development
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Democratic Whip Katherine Clark Blasts Trump's Iran War, Citing Economic Toll and Republican Inaction
Democratic Whip Katherine Clark criticizes President Trump's "war with Iran," citing rising costs for Americans and a lack of strategy. She condemned Republicans for rejecting a War Powers Resolution to end the conflict.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessConflictGeneral PoliticsFederal GovernmentEconomyMilitaryDemocratic PartyRepublican Party Katherine ClarkIran WarDonald TrumpWar Powers ResolutionCongressShippingCongresswoman Katherine Clark
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Media Monitor: Nikkei 225 Breaks 50,000 on Trade Optimism
Nikkei Asia is reporting that the Nikkei 225 has broken 50,000 for the first time due to trade and rate optimism after the U.S. and China reached a trade agreement.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessSportEntertainmentWorldAsiaTradeFinancial MarketsEconomyEducation Nikkei 225ChinaMalaysiafentanylshippingThe Japan Times
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NZ Post Restores US Parcel Services After Tariff Changes
NZ Post has resumed most parcel sending services to the United States and US territories, including gift sending for personal customers and full services for most businesses.
BusinessTradeTransportation NZ PostparcelstariffsJared Handcockshippingcustoms
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US Shipping Slowdown Expected as Tariffs Take Hold
Shipping from China to the U.S. is expected to slow sharply this week, leading to potential consequences for American retailers, manufacturers, and the trucking industry as tariffs take hold.
BusinessPolitics and GovernmentWorldCanadaEconomyTradeFinancial MarketsEnergy ChinaTariffsShippingWestJetMedia Monitor