Today's Transportation Pulse
U.S. Navy rescues 14 Indian mariners near Hormuz as political tensions flare
The U.S. Navy saved 14 Indian sailors from a distressed merchant vessel on the Hormuz shipping lane. Following the rescue, U.S. Senator Rubio defended continued Hormuz enforcement amid protests from India over recent seafarer deaths.
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By the numbers: MIAA acquires Terminal 3 property for $890M
1984 Bertone X1/9 Test: Simply Delightful
The 1984 Bertone X1/9, formerly a Fiat, returns with a fully upgraded interior, standard air‑conditioning, electric windows, and a seven‑year rust warranty. Priced at $13,990, the mid‑engine two‑seater delivers 75 hp, 0‑60 in 11.5 seconds, and a lively 0.79 g skidpad. Bertone’s refinements include leather seats, improved fit and finish, and a digital stereo, making the car feel more premium while retaining its lightweight agility. At 2,191 lb and 156 in long, it remains a niche choice for enthusiasts who value intimate driving dynamics.
Tesla Full Self-Driving’s Newest Behavior Is the Perfect Answer to Aggressive Cars
Tesla’s Full Self‑Driving (FSD) software now automatically pulls over to the shoulder when a vehicle tailgates, as shown in a recent X video on wet, windy roads. The maneuver occurs without any driver input, with hands off the wheel and...
No Trains on Amalfi Coast—Building One Is Absurd
Another great reason to ignore travel-related AI slop — There are no trains on the Amalfi Coast. It makes zero sense to build a train line on the Amalfi Coast. Trains can go as far as Sorrento, which is very much...
Hanwha and Greece’s Onex Shipyards Partner to Expand U.S. Shipbuilding
South Korean conglomerate Hanwha Power Systems and Greece’s Onex Shipyards & Technologies signed a trilateral agreement, witnessed by U.S. officials, to develop LNG‑powered newbuildings and floating storage‑regasification units. Hanwha will supply critical equipment to Onex’s two Greek shipyards while sharing...
Construction Begins on Berens River Bridge, a Key Link for Frontier Lithium’s PAK Project – by Ian Ross (Northern Ontario...
Construction of the Berens River bridge has begun in northwestern Ontario, with M.D. Steele Construction appointed as the primary contractor. The bridge will provide a permanent road crossing for Frontier Lithium’s PAK open‑pit mine, located 175 km north of Red Lake. The...
Inside an Airline HQ: Behind‑the‑Scenes Magic Revealed
Ever wondered what an airline HQ looks like? Well, here’s your chance to see all the magic going on behind the scenes.
Due Diligence Required as More Biofuel Feedstocks Used
NorthStandard released a white paper outlining the rapid uptake of biofuels in commercial shipping, noting a twelve‑fold increase in testing volumes to over 1 million MT between 2021 and 2025. Current 5‑10% bio‑blend usage satisfies the 2022 FuelEU Maritime requirement, but upcoming...
Tampa Airport Wants Passengers To Stop Wearing Pajamas—Their Absurd Dress Code Is Almost Certainly Illegal
The Hillsborough County Aviation Authority in Tampa announced a proposed dress‑code banning passengers from wearing pajamas in its terminals. The initiative, tied to Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy’s “Golden Age of Travel Starts with You” campaign, has ignited debate over its...
Hungry Omaha Road Gobbles Two Vehicles In Spontaneous Sinkhole
A sudden sinkhole opened on Pacific Street in Omaha’s Aksarben district, swallowing a Ram 1500 pickup and a Jeep Cherokee while they waited at a red light. Bystanders rescued both drivers unharmed, and a crane later lifted the vehicles from the...
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Southwest's Massive Expansion: 31 New Routes Launch Next Week [Map]
Southwest Airlines will launch 31 new routes between March 2 and 8, the most weekly additions among its peers. The rollout includes 25 domestic and six international services, five of which are brand‑new markets, marking the carrier’s first international flights from Indianapolis...
DGCA Mandates 48-Hour Free Cancellation and Strict Refund Deadlines for Indian Airlines
India’s Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has introduced new passenger charter rules that require airlines to offer a 48‑hour free‑cancellation window for tickets booked at least seven days before departure. The regulator also mandates refunds be processed within seven...
UAvionix Adds ForeFlight Integration, Autopilot Coupling To AV-30-C
uAvionix released AV-30-C software version 3.2.1, adding ForeFlight integration and autopilot coupling for certified aircraft. Pilots can sync a ForeFlight‑planned route to the AV‑30‑C and let the autopilot follow GPS‑steered waypoints, with in‑flight edits reflected instantly. The feature requires an...
Travel Disruption Hit Peru as Airports in Callao and Arequipa Face Over a Dozen Flight Cancellations and Several Delays by...
Peruvian travelers faced a wave of flight disruptions today as Jorge Chávez International Airport in Callao recorded 13 cancellations and 42 delays, while Rodriguez Ballon International Airport in Arequipa logged 3 cancellations and 6 delays. A total of 48 delays...
Project44 Launches AI Agent to Automate Freight Procurement
Project44 has introduced an AI Freight Procurement Agent within its Intelligent Transportation Management System to automate carrier selection, rate benchmarking, and negotiations across multiple modes. The agent replaces periodic bid cycles with continuous, AI‑driven sourcing using live market data, and...
Austin OKs $1.4 Billion of Bonds for Airport Expansion
City Council approved up to $1.4 billion in revenue bonds to fund Austin‑Bergstrom International Airport’s expansion. The bond issuance includes a $1.05 billion Series B tranche subject to the alternative minimum tax and a $350 million non‑AMT Series A tranche, targeting roughly 75% of a...
Marine Corps Reaffirms JLTV Acquisition in Wake of Army Stop
Nearly a year after the U.S. Army announced it would cease procurement of the Joint Light Tactical Vehicle (JLTV) as part of its transformation plan, the Marine Corps has reaffirmed its intent to continue acquiring the platform. The service plans...
Coco Robotics Launches New Autonomous Robots for Urban Deliveries
Coco Robotics unveiled Coco 2, its next‑generation autonomous delivery robot that moves beyond sidewalks into bike lanes and permitted roadways. The new platform halves delivery times and triples uptime, thanks to upgraded edge‑computing hardware and a dataset of millions of...
Genesis Is Launching Its First Ultra-Luxury Minivan, but Most Buyers Won’t See It
Genesis is set to launch its first ultra‑luxury minivan exclusively for the Chinese market, with production slated for 2029 through local partners. The model is expected to be an extended‑range electric vehicle and will be built in China to avoid...
Puerto Rico Port Concessionaire Bond Outlook Lowered by S&P
S&P Global Ratings lowered the outlook on San Juan Cruise Port LLC's senior debt to negative, keeping the BBB‑minus rating but flagging heightened risk. The downgrade affects about $160.3 million of bonds issued by AFICA, which are not guaranteed by the...
Amex Membership Rewards Pauses Points Transfers to ANA Mileage Club — What to Know
American Express has temporarily halted Membership Rewards point transfers to All Nippon Airways’ Mileage Club from 1 PM MST on Feb 25 until 7 PM MST on Mar 2, citing planned system maintenance. The pause affects the popular 1:1 transfer ratio that many travelers use for...
CEO Exit Undermines Confidence in Trainline’s Long‑Term Vision
Trainline's CEO is jumping ship. Here's a snippet from what I wrote in my $TRN deep dive conclusion: "If Trainline were a founder-led business today, with a CEO who still owned a truly material personal stake and followed a long-term blueprint with...
Idemia Public Security, Elenium Team up to Unify Identity Across Airport Experience
Idemia Public Security and self‑service automation firm Elenium have signed an MoU to combine Elenium’s platform with Idemia’s biometric and baggage‑identification tools, creating a seamless, contactless passenger journey from curb to gate. Melbourne Airport’s CEO is pushing for additional Idemia...
To Deliver Speed to Exporters Customs Rules Must Be Recast: Revenue Secretary Arvind Shrivastava
Revenue Secretary Arvind Shrivastava urged a fundamental recasting of India’s customs rules to deliver speed and certainty for exporters. He highlighted that expanding trade volumes, deeper global value‑chain integration, and a booming digital commerce ecosystem demand more efficient, transparent procedures....
When Pilots Overlook Red Flags: Unpacking the Why
Why Do Pilots Ignore Red Flags? Captains Speaking Episode 28 #aviation #airplane #pilot #planes #mentourpilot
Solving Global Supply Chain Complexity Using Interconnected Technology Solutions
The upcoming webinar, hosted on March 26, 2026, tackles the persistent challenges of fragmented supply‑chain systems, manual bottlenecks, and limited financial visibility. Featuring Infios Corporate Vice President Alan D. Rowlett, PhD, the session will demonstrate how interconnected technology can automate multimodal shipments, sync...
Oxford Street Goes Car-Free, Boosting Business and Pedestrians
The mayor of London just approved the pedestrianization of 3,000 feet of Oxford Street. Making very busy commercial corridors in urban cores car-free is actually a great policy for business and for pedestrians.
Luis Muñoz Marín International Airport Adds Striker® 6×6 ARFF Vehicle to Support Emergency Readiness
Luis Muñoz Marín International Airport (SJU) in Puerto Rico has added an Oshkosh Striker® 6×6 Aircraft Rescue and Firefighting (ARFF) vehicle to its all‑Oshkosh fleet. The 6×6 model brings a 3,000‑gallon water tank, 420‑gallon foam capacity, and advanced TAK‑4 independent...
Expanding Access Through ASTA’s Latest VTA Course
The American Society of Travel Advisors (ASTA) has launched a new elective in its Verified Travel Advisor (VTA) certification focused on accessible tourism, developed with Accessible Travel Solutions. Announced on Feb. 26, 2026, the course equips advisors with practical methods to assess...
MKE Airport Celebrates 100 Years of Flight in 2026
Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport (MKE) will mark its 100th anniversary on October 5, 2026, launching a year‑long centennial campaign that includes community events and a dedicated website. The airport, which has handled more than 300 million passengers since 1926, highlights a...
2027 Cadillac Vistiq
Cadillac’s 2027 Vistiq is a three‑row electric SUV that combines a 615‑hp dual‑motor drivetrain with a spacious, tech‑laden cabin. It offers an EPA‑rated range of over 300 miles and can add roughly 80 miles of charge in ten minutes. Pricing...
2026 Toyota Prius Prime + EV Hover
Toyota has refreshed its plug‑in hybrid Prius for 2026, shedding the “Prime” badge and simplifying the name to Prius Plug‑in Hybrid. The top‑of‑the‑line XSE Nightshade trim features an all‑black exterior package, a 2.0‑liter engine paired with two electric motors delivering...
Marchex Partners with Solera
Marchex, a conversation‑intelligence specialist, has integrated its AI‑driven analytics with Solera’s automotive‑dealership platform. The partnership automates data capture, eliminating most manual entry for dealers. By delivering real‑time, data‑rich insights, the solution helps sales teams focus on closing deals rather than...
Top Truck and Trailer Accessories
The article spotlights essential truck and trailer accessories for boat owners, from a Curt Rebellion XD cushion hitch that dampens sway to a battery‑powered RinseKit that blasts away salt and grit. It also recommends Proven Industries coupler locks to deter...
Singapore LTA Awards Contracts for DTL2e Stations | Tunnelling Journal
Singapore’s Land Transport Authority has awarded two civil‑engineering contracts worth roughly S$735 million for the Downtown Line 2 extension (DTL2e). Woh Hup Engineering will design and build the underground DE1 station and associated bridge works for about S$285 million. A joint venture...
Reach Subsea Lands Equinor Pipeline Survey Deal
Norwegian offshore services firm Reach Subsea has been awarded a contract by Equinor, on behalf of Gassco, to conduct external inspections of roughly 3,500 km of subsea pipelines. The inspections will span Gassco’s network in Norwegian waters and export routes to...
E-Com Survey: Growth Is Inseparable From Operational Maturity
The 2026 State of Commerce Ops Report by Linnworks shows that mid‑market e‑commerce retailers in the U.K. and U.S. are experiencing robust year‑over‑year growth, with nearly 90% reporting moderate to significant expansion. However, the survey highlights that scalability hinges on...
7 Haulage and Logistics Startups Reshaping Freight in 2026
Global logistics generated over $11 trillion in 2023 but remains largely manual, prompting a surge of tech‑driven startups. Seven firms—Aurora Innovation, Flexport, Gatik, Sennder, HydroHaul, Faramove, and project44—are scaling autonomous trucks, AI routing, hydrogen fuel, and real‑time visibility platforms. Collectively they...
Avianca Award Sale: Flights to Central and South America Starting at ~2,600 Miles One-Way
LifeMiles has launched an award sale covering most Avianca routes from the United States to Central and South America. Economy one‑way awards start at roughly 2,600 miles, while business class seats begin at about 13,000 miles. The promotional pricing applies...
Student Airline Discounts: Do They Really Exist?
Student airline discounts have largely vanished, with major carriers such as Southwest, Delta and JetBlue offering no dedicated student fares. United remains the sole airline advertising a student discount, providing a modest 5% reduction on basic‑economy tickets. Accessing United's discount...
The Last 200 Miles: Britain’s Military Railway Engineers
The British Army’s 507 Specialist Team Royal Engineers (STRE) is the only dedicated railway engineering reserve unit, tasked with repairing and constructing rail infrastructure in hostile, short‑notice environments. Drawing on civilian rail, construction and heritage expertise, the 46‑strong team focuses...
Biden’s Green New Deal Supercharged Manufacturing Construction in USA, Trump Killing It
The Inflation Reduction Act and accompanying Bipartisan Infrastructure Law sparked a massive reshoring wave, tripling U.S. manufacturing construction spending between 2021 and 2024. The legislation attracted EV battery, solar, and other cleantech projects, creating a surge in blue‑collar jobs. Following...
Intermodal Volumes See 5.9% Annual January Decline, Reports IANA
Intermodal Association of North America reported January 2026 intermodal volumes dropped 5.9% year‑over‑year to 1.47 million units, with trailers down 7.2% and ISO containers down 8.9%. The decline follows a series of monthly drops after a modest 2.4% gain in September...
U.S. Laser Strikes Decline For Second Year
Pilots logged 10,994 laser strikes to the FAA in 2025, marking a 14% drop from 2024. The decline reflects a robust pilot reporting culture that fuels FAA outreach and law‑enforcement collaboration. California, Texas and Florida accounted for the bulk of...
Brokers Seek DAT Alternative as Prices Soar, Truckstop Leads
There isn't a day that goes by where we don't hear that a large broker is trying to figure out how to fire DAT. A never ending cycle of subscription rate increases, combined with an arrogance in how they treat...
Flexport Unveils 2026 Winter AI for Global Trade
I just presented Flexport's latest AI for global trade in our 2026 Winter Release. Full video: https://t.co/0NmlfAwqFH
Flydubai Grows 737 MAX 9 Fleet, Adds Premium Capacity
flydubai announced it will receive 12 Boeing 737 MAX aircraft in 2026, including seven MAX 9s that add business‑class seats. The carrier posted 2025 results with $531 million net profit, $3.7 billion revenue and a 6% rise in available seat kilometres. Passenger traffic hit...
US Tariff Cut Could Shift China Supply Chains
Lower tariff by US on Chinese goods. What will it mean to import supply chains? And to logistics? Especially container lines? A lot? Or not? Given soft CNY. @Lingling_Wei
Bloomberg's Messaging Network Remains Irreplaceable Despite Alternatives
There are plenty of offerings that have the same functionality and data as Bloomberg. But thr Bloomberg network (messaging) is the glue. No AI can replace that.
Cass, Caspian Partner to Tackle Tariff Costs
Cass Information Systems announced a partnership with AI‑enabled tariff specialist Caspian to embed advanced customs audit and refund capabilities into its freight‑payment platform. The integration adds AI‑driven HTS modeling, detailed audit functions, and support for post‑summary corrections, protests, and duty‑drawback...
Maersk Launches Real-Time Carrier Performance Portal for Shippers
Maersk E-Commerce, a parcel delivery service from Maersk recently launched a customer portal enabling clients to monitor carrier performance in real time, according to Sam Coiro, head of Maersk E-Commerce, North America. More new capabilities coming....🤔