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DMCI and Japan's Taisei win $287M NAIA subway spur contract
Infrastructure firms D.M. Consunji Inc. and Taisei Corp. secured a P16.06 billion (≈$287 million) contract to build the NAIA spur line of the Metro Manila Subway. The award includes $20.2 million and ¥7.03 billion (≈$45 million) in foreign‑denominated payments and required an extra P66.18 million (≈$1.2 million) to cover inflation after a two‑year bidding delay.
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A Colombian Air Force C‑130 Hercules went down moments after take‑off from Puerto Leguizamo, killing as many as 80 soldiers out of the 125 personnel on board. The disaster, the deadliest single‑incident loss for Colombia’s armed forces in years, has triggered urgent calls for fleet modernization and a review of operational safety in the volatile Amazon border region.
The Philippine Department of Science and Technology and Intramuros administration have introduced the country’s first locally engineered electric tram, an 18‑seat low‑speed vehicle operating in Manila’s historic walled city since March 19. Developed jointly by DOST‑NCR, the Industrial Technology Development Institute,...
Ontario Provincial Police stopped a semi‑tractor on Highway 17 after it had driven over 60 miles with a missing tire. The 41‑year‑old Calgary driver and the Steinbach‑based carrier were charged with unsafe operation and operating an unsafe vehicle. Police removed the truck...
Operation Epic Fury’s Feb. 28 strikes on Iran have forced a massive reroute of global container traffic, shifting roughly 90% of Suez‑Canal flows to the Cape of Good Hope. The detour adds 10‑14 days to voyages, cuts effective vessel capacity by...
Rising oil prices sparked by the U.S.-Israel conflict with Iran are prompting consumers worldwide to consider electric vehicles as a cost‑effective alternative. Analysts say the price shock could accelerate EV adoption, directly benefiting Chinese automakers who recently overtook Japan as...
The International Chamber of Shipping (ICS) has released the fifth edition of its Guidelines on the Application of the ILO Maritime Labour Convention, consolidating all recent amendments into a single reference. The guide emphasizes new rights such as visa‑free shore...
IDB Invest is providing up to $14 million senior loan to Empresa Portuaria Austral to expand and modernize ports and ferry ramps in Chile’s Magallanes Region. The funding will upgrade the Arturo Prat and José Santos Mardones terminals, increasing berthing and cargo capacity. Improvements...
Watch this Air Canada captain’s announcement before takeoff: ‘We extend our deepest sympathies to the families of those involved in yesterday’s LaGuardia incident. This is a difficult time for Air Canada. Thank you for your support, and we kindly ask...
Hyundai’s 2026 Palisade Calligraphy trim commands roughly $59,000 and pushes the midsize SUV into luxury territory with Nappa leather, massaging seats and a dedicated Relaxation Mode. The model introduces next‑gen driver‑assist tools, including Highway Driving Assist 2 with lane‑change automation, a...
Harbinger unveiled its HC Series Cab, a low‑cab‑forward electric and plug‑in hybrid truck designed for tight urban environments. The vehicle boasts a 42‑foot turning circle and a car‑like driving position that improves visibility without compromising payload. Its standout feature is...
Brazil’s long‑running airport concession programme has been reactivated under President Lula, with the Rio de Janeiro Galeão concession approved in 2025 and slated for completion by early 2026. The government now plans to re‑concede Brasília’s “JK Airport” by the end...
Bureau Veritas Marine & Offshore has independently verified methane emissions on four LNG‑fueled Brittany Ferries vessels, delivering measured slip rates that sit well below the EU’s default ceiling of 3.1 %. The verification, performed with French authorities, satisfies IMO Resolution MEPC.402(83)...
The U.S. Coast Guard identified two tugboat crew members who died in a confined‑space incident aboard the deck barge Waynehoe near Ketchikan on March 15. The tug Chukchi Sea issued a mayday after losing contact with four crew members inside the...
I’m wondering if the news media can muster up an article or report about the Strait of Hormuz, how big it is at its narrowest point and why it’s such a critically strategic waterway to oil trade…. I haven’t heard...
Macro:🚨 ATC strain at hubs; Key: controller juggling odor-emergency, runway incursions up; Risks: staffing, fatigue, complexity; Trade: short airlines with LaGuardia exposure. — Viktor Kopylov, PhD, CFA. More insights: t.me/si14Kopylov
Iran has effectively shut the Strait of Hormuz by using missile and drone attacks that have slashed commercial traffic by roughly 90%, while still allowing a limited flow of Iranian‑flagged vessels and a few Greek‑linked tankers. The United States has...
"Takaichi Orders Review of Entire Supply Chain for Oil Products" I suspect the review will find that about 90-95% of #Japan’s oil imports come from Middle Eastern countries... https://t.co/hjPmFeOPov
This is exactly what is happening, according to our data. The center of the country, along I35 is experiencing a surge of demand, while the coasts are much slower
The escalating standoff in the Strait of Hormuz is prompting oil producers to seek alternative logistics, driving a surge in demand for offshore service vessels. Purus, a maritime service provider, highlighted this trend as its commissioning service operation vessel (CSOV)...
A lot of nonsense spreading on social media about Iran charging $2 million per ship for safe passage
From the 3 Americans who died because of Biden’s Gaza Pier, to the US Merchant Marine ships under a barrage of fire by Houthis in the Red Sea, to decades of under reporting the shipyard crisis. I can list dozens of...
Mercedes‑Benz’s 2027 S‑Class introduces heated seat belts, a feature designed to shrink the slack that thick winter clothing creates between the belt and the body, thereby improving restraint performance. The belt‑warming system encourages drivers to remove layers before buckling, aiming...
Ocean container imports are just starting to roll in from CNY. This index tracks container at the point of bookings, which take about 3 weeks from bookings date to hit US ports. It is updated daily. In coming weeks, we will...
The ACCC has flagged the domestic airline market for close monitoring after the Middle East conflict disrupted international routes and lifted global jet‑fuel prices. While refunds for affected flights depend on individual booking terms, the regulator warns that prolonged fuel...
Automation and AI are rapidly reshaping modern vessels, replacing traditional watchkeeping with unmanned machinery spaces and predictive analytics. While sensors and alarms improve efficiency, they also erode engineers' sensory familiarity with equipment, leading to reduced situational awareness. The surge of...
Altius and Progeco have launched a new cold‑storage warehouse at the Port of Bilbao’s ZAD‑3 area. The facility features a 300 sqm antechamber and a 550 sqm storage zone capable of holding 1,100 pallets of frozen fish, seafood and meat. The project,...
A partial U.S. government shutdown has crippled airport operations, with more than 400 TSA workers quitting and security officers working without pay. Federal immigration agents were deployed to airports, but ICE is limited to non‑significant tasks, deepening traveler delays. The...
On March 12, a KC-135 tanker crashed in western Iraq, killing six airmen, while a second tanker landed safely in Israel. The tragedy revived calls from former Air Mobility Command leaders to modernize the aging fleet’s communications, highlighting limited battlespace...
Recent weather events, geopolitical tensions, a fatal runway collision and a Capitol Hill funding standoff have combined to create unusually long security lines and flight delays across U.S. airports. Passengers like John Hoffman and JD Foster missed connections and lost...
🚛"... 96% of transportation companies reported productivity improvements from AI over the past 12 months, typically in the 1–20% range. For an industry characterised by fragmented systems, labour intensity and thin margins, AI is becoming a central lever for operational...
Wait, why are we giving anyone special priority to our LNG exports. Why aren’t we selling it to the highest bidder?
On March 22, Air Canada Flight AC8646 crashed during a hard landing at LaGuardia Airport, colliding with a ground vehicle. Passenger Jack Cabot, a 22‑year‑old Ithaca College student, described the plane veering sharply, a loud bang, and a chaotic evacuation onto the wing....
1 in 85 truck drivers that had previously failed their drug tests went to "bruh" to get cleared. He turned in "clean" drug tests so that the drivers could return to work. The problem? Most of them wouldn't have passed.
These #Robotic vessels glide over waves like water striders by @gigadgets_ #Robotics #Engineering #ArtificialIntelligence #Innovation #Technology https://t.co/CwrgjcQYes
Buying a pre‑owned hybrid requires more than checking mileage; five critical inspections can prevent costly surprises. First, verify the battery’s state of health, aiming for above 70% capacity to avoid premature replacement. Second, target vehicles four to six years old,...
What the Ship (Ep140) 1⃣Hormuz Update 2⃣Shadow Fleet 3⃣ @60Minutes Talks US Shipbuilding 4⃣ China Summons Panama 5⃣5 Years of WGOWS Video: https://t.co/A4P0Z5DR3D https://t.co/vVTOnAfVdm
Brokers will look you dead in the eye and tell you this carrier is safe https://t.co/jVhiZ5gu2z
Venezuela and the Dominican Republic have announced the restoration of scheduled air services, ending a months‑long suspension that disrupted tourism and business travel. The resumption involves multiple carriers, including Laser Airlines, which will operate MD‑82 aircraft on the Caracas‑Santo Domingo...
Tankers carrying Arab light crude from the Western ports of Saudi Arabia Mapf rom @Kpler https://t.co/FT5mVn08sk
Sal gives us a clinic on the reason that the US Navy has not cleared the Strait.
At the Specialized Carriers & Rigging Association symposium, six state officials responsible for oversize and overweight permits unanimously rejected the prospect of a unified national permitting system, citing disparate bridge standards, engineering practices, and road conditions. The consensus ranged from...
Middle Eastern liquified natural gas (LNG) might not come to Europe till June, and why speculative hoarding of oil is a serious concern going forward, per top shipping/energy hedge fund in shipping and energy trading A must watch
Sweden Tests eRoadArlanda Electrified Road That Charges #EVs While Driving by @_fluxfeeds #EmergingTech #Technology #Innovation #Tech https://t.co/beRq3hfFwZ
Boeing secured FAA approval for increased maximum take‑off weight (iMTOW) variants of its 787‑9 and 787‑10 wide‑bodies, the first major certification since the 737 Max 8200 in 2021. The 787‑9 gains 10,000 lb, reaching 571,500 lb, while the 787‑10 adds 14,000 lb to 574,000 lb....
The aircraft collision in NYC could have been easily avoided. We fact that we still route aircraft just with verbal communication is absurd. Routing could all be automated and even the piloting of the aircraft could be automated.
Intoxalock, a leading provider of ignition interlock devices, suffered a cyberattack on March 14 that crippled its calibration and installation systems. The outage prevented monthly calibrations, putting an estimated 7‑10% of Connecticut users and thousands nationwide at risk of vehicle lockouts....
Meet Roadrunner 🏁 A new wheeled biped that stands, balances on one wheel, and adapts in real time. A glimpse of where micro mobility is going. More stable. More accessible. More human. Small device, big shift. 🤖 @rai_inst #Robotics #MicroMobility https://t.co/ZlMiuMkoTi
In this episode, Alan Lazowski of Laz Parking and Rob Zeritsky of Parkway Corporation discuss how parking is a critical, cash‑flow‑rich infrastructure asset that underpins everything from sports arenas to hospitals. They explore the industry's evolution, highlighting the shift toward...
Retailers worldwide are feeling the squeeze as global logistics and fulfillment costs have risen more than 20% over the past three years. At the same time, 66% of shoppers now bounce across two or more channels before buying, fragmenting the...
A Fleet Advantage survey reveals that nearly half of U.S. heavy‑duty trucking executives are stuck in "procurement paralysis" as shifting tariffs and low‑emission engine mandates create uncertainty about new truck purchases. The indecision has forced fleets to keep older trucks...
