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Airfreight Prices Fell in December, Despite Strong 2016 Closeout
Despite a strong finish of 2016 at airports, and reports of high volumes through December, airfreight rates fell $0.21, year-over-year, to $3.14 per kilogram in the month, according to Drewry's latest East West Airfreight Price Index report.
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Economists: Making Products in the U.S. Won't Be Cheaper
President Trump met with business leaders last week to present a plan for keeping jobs in the United States. He offered a carrot - a dramatic cut in taxes and regulations - as well as a stick - a substantial tax on companies that decide to send their factories offshore.
FreightorGator Announces Free Linear Footage Calculator Tool
To help shippers avoid extra fees and charges due to the "linear foot rule," FreightorGator, a Kansas City-based less-than-truckload (LTL) freight exchange, has released a free linear footage calculator tool on the company's website.
More Piracy Near Philippines Forces Ships To Change Routes
A surge in piracy to the west of the Philippines is forcing shipowners to divert vessels through other waters, increasing costs and extending the time it takes to transport goods such as Australian iron ore to key Asian destinations, according to Reuters.
Semi-Autonomous Robot Deliveries To Roll Out In U.S.
For cargo firms seeking a low-cost last-mile delivery system, a new semi-autonomous robot, launched by Starship Technologies, will soon begin running deliveries for restaurants through Postmates and DoorDash services.
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Hyperloop Cargo Transit Could Be Coming Soon To European Cities
A U.S. startup pursuing Elon Musk's vision for near-supersonic rail transport announced an agreement on a feasibility study for a hyperloop system connecting two European cities.
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Container Shipping Market Uncertain For 2017, Analysts Say
Although rates have risen from the historic lows of early 2016, uncertainty for the global container shipping market in 2017 will be uncertain, according to Xeneta, a company that provides market intelligence platform for containerized ocean freight.
Drewry: Yang Ming Is Most 'Debt-Burdened' Container Line
Drewry Financial Research said last week that after the collapse of Hanjin Shipping last fall, Taiwanese carrier Yang Ming has taken pole position as the most debt-burdened container line in the industry.
DHL Launches Virtual Freight Marketplace CILLOX
DHL has announced the market launch of CILLOX, the online platform that matches full truck load (FTL) and less-than-truckload (LTL) shipments with available transportation providers.
Airbus To Develop 'Flying Car' To Carry Cargo
European aerospace giant Airbus has unveiled plans to develop a "flying car" to function as an aerial taxi and carry cargo.
Maritime Analysts: Less Pain, Not Much Gain For Dry Bulk
The dry bulk market's strong end to 2016 is unlikely to last long into 2017, according to the latest research from Maritime Strategies International. In its latest quarterly dry bulk market report, MSI predicts a depressed year for rates in 2017, a year marked by multiple risks to recovery.
DHL E-Commerce Opens Australia Fulfillment Center
DHL eCommerce, a division of Deutsche Post DHL Group, has launched a fulfillment center in Sydney to meet Australian domestic demand for overseas goods ordered by online shoppers, the company says.
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