United Nations
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International
Today’s Pickup: UN preps logistics surge to feed 4 million in Zimbabwe
The World Food Program says it has the trucking and logistics capacity to face growing hunger crisis in African nation, but needs millions of dollars…
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American Shipper
China export pain mounts as tariffs bite
China’s exports to the U.S. contracted last month. Even so, slowing U.S. exports to its trade rival saw China’s trade surplus with the U.S. widen.
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American Shipper
US imports from China crash 25% as trade diversification accelerates
A United Nations report concludes U.S. consumers and Chinese exporters are the primary losers in the trade war. Taiwan, Mexico, Europe and Vietnam are net…
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American Shipper
UN takes aim at US trade policy
In a thinly veiled swipe at President Trump’s trade policy, the U.N. says protectionism will result in weaker maritime demand over the next five years.
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American Shipper
Shipping must accelerate carbon cuts, coalition tells UN
Getting to Zero Coalition, which includes Maersk Line, calls for “commercially viable zero-emission vessels” to be deployed on deep sea trade by 2030.
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Container
Port Report: K + N looks to offset carbon footprint by 2030
Forwarder outlines pathway to carbon neutral future as climate change takes on new urgency.
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Weather and Critical Events
The democratization of data arrives for supply chain logistics
Market expert Brian Aoaeh writes about the impact of severe weather on supply chains, and tools to help companies and organizations modify those supply chains…
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Legal issues
U.S. seizes North Korean cargo ship
One of North Korea’s largest coal-hauling vessels has been taken out of service by U.S. authorities in the first-ever cargo ship seizure related to sanctions…
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News
Recovery a challenge after deadly cyclone hits Africa
Washed out bridges, impassable roads making it hard for aid to reach southeastern Africa after cyclone devastates the region.
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Maritime
Schulte Group acquires majority stake in TecHullClean Limited
The Schulte Group has acquired a majority stake in TecHullClean Ltd. (THC). Schulte said in a press release that the acquisition will expand the range…
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