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CPKC CEO Keith Creel statement on UP-NS merger application refiling

Mon, 11 May 2026 09:46:00 EDT

Canadian Pacific Kansas City (TSX: CP) (NYSE: CP) (CPKC) President and Chief Executive Officer Keith Creel today issued the following statement regarding the merger application refiled by Union Pacific (UP) and Norfolk Southern (NS) with the Surface Transportation Board (STB) on April 30, 2026: - - Having taken nearly four months to refile their application, longer than it took for them to prepare the initial filing, UP and NS' new application doesn't change the underlying reality that th...

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J.B. Hunt Included in Dow Jones Best-in-Class North America Index

Mon, 11 May 2026 09:41:09 EDT

J.B. Hunt Transport Services Inc. (Nasdaq: JBHT), one of the largest supply chain solutions providers in North America, announced it has been included in the Dow Jones Best-in-Class North America Index following S&P Global's 2025 Corporate Sustainability Assessment (CSA). - - J.B. Hunt was previously included in the North American Dow Jones Sustainability Index, the predecessor to the Dow Jones Best-in-Class Indices, a family of global, regional and country benchmarks designed to recogniz...

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Kuehne+Nagel and Hapag-Lloyd take their first joint step towards sustainable ocean shipping

Mon, 11 May 2026 09:20:32 EDT

- - • First collaboration between Hapag-Lloyd and Kuehne+Nagel on sustainable ocean freight using Sustainable Marine Fuels (SMF) - • Approx. 3,000 tonnes CO₂e emission reductions agreed as pilot volume for 2026 - • Around 1,000 tonnes of RED III compliant, waste based SMF utilized - - - Kuehne+Nagel and Hapag-Lloyd are further strengthening their long-standing partnership and, for the first time, collaborating on emission-reduced ocean transport solutions. As part of this...

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Ferrovial kicks off 2026 with robust operating results

Fri, 8 May 2026 09:41:48 EDT

- - • Revenues and adjusted EBITDA� reported double-digit growth, excluding the impact of exchange rates - • North American highways delivered outstanding results - • Construction division achieved a healthy order book� and stable margins - - - Ferrovial, a leading global infrastructure company, closed the first quarter of 2026 with robust growth, supported by the strong performance of its business units. Both revenue and adjusted EBITDA� increased, driven mainly by U.S. highways perf...

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Europe's protected landscapes where rail is not an alternative, but the defining way in

Fri, 8 May 2026 04:35:42 EDT

Europe may have more than 200 airports, but it has over 40,000 railway stations!. This structural difference plays a defining role in how travellers access some of the continent's most protected natural landscapes. - - Across Europe, numerous national parks have introduced measures to manage car access — from traffic restrictions to reservation systems — in order to protect fragile ecosystems and better control visitor flows. In these destinations, rail is not an alternative mode of transp...

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Annual General Meeting 2026

Thu, 7 May 2026 09:34:18 EDT

- - • All proposals of the Board of Directors approved by a large majority - • Shareholders approved the distribution of a gross dividend of CHF 6.00 - • Dr. Joerg Wolle confirmed as Chairman for another one-year term - - - At today's Annual General Meeting of Kuehne+Nagel International AG, all proposals were approved by a large majority. Shareholders present at the meeting represented 77.37% of the issued shares. - - The shareholders approved among others the status report, the financ...

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COAX Software delivers DriveIQ, a custom cross-border logistics AI platform that cut late deliveries by 61%

Thu, 7 May 2026 09:01:47 EDT

COAX Software is proud to announce the completion of a custom AI-based platform for predictive delivery and driver safety for a mid-size logistics company that runs 500 vehicles between Ukraine and Poland - DriveIQ. The project took eight months to complete. As a result, in the first 90 days after going live, late deliveries fell from 18% to 7% of all stops, dispatchers handled 31% more daily routes with no additional headcount, and driver turnover was reduced by 22%. - - The problem mod...

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A new era of smart and sustainable mobility in Egypt: commercial service begins for the East of Nile Monorail, transforming urban connectivity across Greater Cairo

Wed, 6 May 2026 14:36:56 EDT

- - • The first monorail system in Africa - • Significantly reducing travel time and improving connectivity between key residential, business and administrative districts - • Alstom capabilities in the country driving the delivery of this world class, transformative rail infrastructure for Egypt - - - Alstom, a global leader in smart and sustainable mobility, in partnership with Orascom Construction and Arab Contractors, announces the start of commercial service for the first portion of the...

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Kuehne+Nagel expands healthcare logistics network with Hyderabad temperature-controlled facility

Tue, 5 May 2026 10:23:27 EDT

- - • Supporting India's growing pharma and medical supply chains - • Strengthening Kuehne+Nagel's HealthChain-certified footprint - • Reinforcing long-term investment in healthcare logistics - - - Kuehne+Nagel has expanded its healthcare logistics footprint in India with the opening of a new temperature-controlled airfreight cross dock facility in Hyderabad. The investment strengthens the company's ability to support the safe, compliant and reliable movement of healthcare produ...

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Scania intro�duces Longline cab for series produc�tion

Tue, 5 May 2026 09:53:33 EDT

The Longline cab combines Scania's CrewCab and S-series high-roof cab to create a product that no other OEM currently offers from factory. The cab will be produced in Lax�, with chassis built in S�dert�lje. - - “This is a natural evolution of a concept that has long been appreciated by customers,” says Lars Gustafsson, Head of Trucks, Scania. “With Longline, we combine heritage with modern industrialisation and offer a platform that can be tailored to individual needs.” - - The Longline cab...

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30 years of Million Mile drivers: How J.B. Hunt recognizes safety and raises the bar

Fri, 1 May 2026 11:24:04 EDT

J.B. Hunt Transport Services Inc. (Nasdaq: JBHT) honored 54 drivers in Lowell for achieving 2, 3, 4 and 5 million miles without a DOT-reportable preventable accident. The recognition took place during the company's annual Million Mile celebration, which marked the program's 30th anniversary. - - The annual Million Mile celebration brought the newest class of Million Mile drivers and their families to corporate headquarters for a multi-day experience that included time with company leadershi...

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Barbie To Be Celebrated with New Stamps

Fri, 1 May 2026 11:12:21 EDT

The U.S. Postal Service today announced a new release coming this summer: a set of Barbie stamps featuring Barbie dolls through the years, dressed for 10 iconic careers. - - These designs are preliminary and may change. - - Barbie - - Created by Mattel Inc., a global play and family entertainment company, and introduced in 1959 as “The Original Teenage Fashion Model,” Barbie quickly became an icon and symbol of limitless possibilities for generations of children. During more than 65 years a...

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CPKC executives to address the Bank of America Industrials, Transportation and Airlines Key Leaders Conference on May 13

Fri, 1 May 2026 11:01:14 EDT

Canadian Pacific Kansas City (TSX: CP) (NYSE: CP) (CPKC) Executive Vice-President and Chief Financial Officer Nadeem Velani & Executive Vice-President and Chief Operating Officer Mark Redd will address the 2026 Bank of America Industrials, Transportation and Airlines Key Leaders Conference on May 13, 2026, at 8:00 a.m. ET. - - CPKC will provide access to the live audio webcast at investor.cpkcr.com. A replay will also be available following the conclusion of the event. - - About Canadian P...

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Accor and Uber Announce Multi-market Loyalty Partnership

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 17:16:52 EDT

ALL Accor, the powerful booking platform and loyalty program of Accor, and Uber today announce a new strategic multi-market loyalty partnership designed to enhance their clients' travel and daily lifestyle journeys. - - The partnership between Accor and Uber enhances the customer journey by seamlessly connecting hospitality, mobility and delivery. Together, Accor and Uber are enhancing the travel experience by making it more connected, flexible, and rewarding—whether traveling for business...

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Scania at IFAT 2026 in Munich: showcases sustain�able urban opera�tions

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 08:04:59 EDT

“This year, Scania brings a full offering to IFAT,” says Jacob Th�rn�, Head of Urban, Special and Battery Business. “We present a full offering for all municipal needs including extremely fuel-efficient diesel engines, running also on HVO and biodiesel, gas engines for bio-methane as well as battery electric solutions. This enables customers to choose the energy source that best suits their needs. Basically, it's one Scania, all the solutions.” - - To grasp the vast range, Scania welcomes r...

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Toyota Mobility Foundation, Biocon, and WRI India launch a tech-driven nudge program to encourage employees to make public transport the preferred choice for daily commuting

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 07:42:01 EDT

Biocon Chairperson Mrs. Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw launched a high-impact Corporate Commute Nudge program aimed at reducing road congestion and vehicle emissions. Spearheaded by Toyota Mobility Foundation (TMF) and WRI India under the STAMP: Nudging Commuter Behavior initiative, and supported by Electronics City Industries Association (ELCIA), Bangalore Metro Rail Corporation Limited (BMRCL) and Bangalore Metropolitan Transport Corporation (BMTC), the program encourages employees to shift from pr...

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DSV relocates to new office in Ho Chi Minh City

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 07:34:56 EDT

DSV was pleased to officially welcome partners and customers to our new home at e.town 6, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, marking an important milestone in the company's continued development in Vietnamese market. - - With nearly 3,000 sqm of modern office space, the new location brings together three divisions: Air&Sea, Contract Logistics and Road teams under one roof. This consolidation fosters closer collaboration, stronger synergies, and increased innovation, enabling us to better serve our...

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Shipping's net zero moment: Don't let the IMO deal slip

Mon, 27 Apr 2026 11:04:43 EDT

Victories in the struggle against dangerous climate change are rare these days. But there is a chance for a breakthrough this year that could decarbonize an entire economic sector, and at the same time greatly accelerate the global transition away from fossil fuels. What the IMO agreed In July 2023 the International Maritime Organization (IMO) unanimously adopted its revised Net Zero Strategy to cut emissions from the global shipping sector. It sets a goal of achieving net zero greenhou...

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Schmitz Cargobull is the first trailer manufacturer to offer a certified trailer telematics system for T�rkiye

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 10:11:44 EDT

Schmitz Cargobull has started offering its proven TrailerConnect® telematics system in a version certified specifically for the Turkish market. This provides transport companies operating in T�rkiye or engaged in cross-border transportation with a fully approved and reliable solution for digital monitoring and control of trailer fleets. - - Schmitz Cargobull equipped the product ranges with the TrailerConnect® telematics system as standard. The telematics system and its various services are...

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Scania expands Services 360 portfolio to include electric and used vehicles

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 02:18:36 EDT

Scania's successful Services 360 portfolio is expanding, to take in both electric and used vehicles. - - The extension of the hugely popular service offering reflects the continuing growth in sales for both new battery-electric vehicles and used combustion engine trucks, and underlines Scania's commitment to customer profitability for all types of businesses. - - Services 360, which was first introduced in 2024, is based on a foundation of smart Flexible Maintenance planning and a suite of d...

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Mitsubishi Electric to Launch Railway Energy Management Solution Proof of Concept for Krakow Tram Network in Poland

Tue, 21 Apr 2026 01:48:43 EDT

Mitsubishi Electric Corporation (TOKYO: 6503) announced that it will launch a proof of concept (PoC) project for a railway energy management solution (railway EMS) to be tested on the tram network in Krakow, Poland, beginning in April 2026. The project will combine Mitsubishi Electric's Serendie TM digital platform and energy storage systems (ESSs) for the efficient capture and use of surplus regenerative braking power during tram operations. - - Support for the project will be provide...

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GEODIS extends long-term partnership with Beta Utensili in Italy

Mon, 20 Apr 2026 11:12:04 EDT

GEODIS, a world leader in transport and logistics, announces the renewal of its partnership with Beta Utensili, the renowned Italian manufacturer of professional tools and equipment. This agreement solidifies a long-standing collaboration, reinforcing GEODIS' role as a strategic logistics partner supporting Beta Utensili's global reach. - - The partnership, which began in 2014, has been extended to ensure continued operational excellence. GEODIS will provide comprehensive contract logistics...

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Happy Birthday Stamps to You!

Mon, 20 Apr 2026 11:08:58 EDT

The U.S. Postal Service invites you to celebrate with the release of a new Happy Birthday Forever stamp to honor everyone's favorite day — their birthday — with cake, candles and a card marking the anniversary of their birth. - - “Our customers have been asking for more occasion-based stamps, and we are pleased to give them what they asked for,” said Lisa Bobb-Semple, USPS stamp services director. “The new Happy Birthday stamp also goes well with matching USPS-branded, stamp-inspired note c...

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AECOM becomes a policy partner to Transport Australia

Mon, 20 Apr 2026 10:58:43 EDT

AECOM, the trusted global infrastructure leader, announced its appointment as an inaugural productivity policy partner to Transport Australia. AECOM has joined Transport Australia's productivity policy working group, drawing on the Company's deep expertise in advising and delivering iconic transportation infrastructure to support the industry body's goal of driving productivity improvements across the sector. - - “As a policy partner to Transport Australia, we bring real‑time insights...

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USPS To Release Stamps Honoring National Bird

Thu, 16 Apr 2026 12:56:16 EDT

What: - - The U.S. Postal Service will issue Bald Eagle: Hatchling to Adult, a new set of commemorative postage stamps. The first-day-of-issue outdoor event is free and open to the public. News of the stamps is being shared with the hashtag #BaldEagleStamps. - - Who: - - The Hon. Daniel M. Tangherlini, U.S. Postal Service Board of Governors, will serve as the dedicating official. - - When: - - Thursday, May 14, at 11 a.m. Central - - Where: - - National Eagle Center - 50 Pembroke Ave. S...

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Man Utd game travel warning - Fulham Broadway open; some District & Piccadilly Line disruption

Wed, 15 Apr 2026 11:30:47 EDT

Supporters intending to travel to or from our home Premier League game against Manchester United using the London Underground are advised that planned engineering works on part of the network may affect your journey. - - For the match this Saturday (18 April) and unlike last Sunday's game against Manchester City, a normal servicewill be operational on the District Line through Fulham Broadway Station but there will be no interchange with or service on the Piccadilly Line at Earl's Cou...

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FedEx Chief Financial Officer John W. Dietrich to Step Down June 1

Tue, 14 Apr 2026 07:36:05 EDT

FedEx Corp. (NYSE: FDX) announced that John Dietrich will step down as executive vice president and chief financial officer on June 1 upon successful completion of the spin-off of FedEx Freight into a new publicly traded company. He will remain with the company until July 31. Claude Russ, FedEx enterprise vice president, Finance will serve as interim CFO, effective June 1, as the company conducts a comprehensive internal and external search for a successor. Additionally, FedEx affirms the...

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2027 Ram 2500 Emergency Response Vehicle Debuts as First Pursuit-capable Heavy-duty Truck

Tue, 14 Apr 2026 04:51:16 EDT

- - • Ram 2500 Emergency Response Vehicle debuts as the first and only 3/4-ton truck with pursuit‑capable performance - • Ram engineered the 2500 Emergency Response Vehicle to meet the operational needs of law enforcement, fire, rescue and emergency response agencies while preserving the towing and hauling capability expected of a Ram heavy-duty truck - • The Emergency Response Vehicle package builds on the Ram 2500 Special Service Vehicle with additional performance hardware, underbod...

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XPO Sponsors Pat Tillman Foundation's Annual Pat's Run for Third Year in a Row

Tue, 14 Apr 2026 04:25:33 EDT

XPO (NYSE: XPO), a leading provider of freight transportation in North America, is proud to sponsor the Pat Tillman Foundation's annual Pat's Run for the third consecutive year. The event, taking place on Saturday, April 11 in Tempe, Arizona, will raise funds for the Tillman Scholars Program, which offers educational scholarships to service members, veterans and their families. - - Over 75 XPO employees and their family members are scheduled to volunteer at and participate in the run. In...

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La Caisse and Prologis Launch Pan-European Logistics Joint Venture

Mon, 13 Apr 2026 04:33:15 EDT

- - • A EUR 1 billion seed portfolio in logistics assets across France, Germany, the Netherlands, Sweden and the UK will anchor the launch of the joint venture. - - • La Caisse will hold 70% interest, with Prologis serving as operating partner and contributing asset management and development expertise. - - • The platform will grow through disciplined acquisitions and development in Europe's core logistics markets. - - - - La Caisse (formerly CDPQ), a global investment group, and Prologi...

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