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Brightline West earmarks $21B for high‑speed LA‑Las Vegas rail
Brightline West is allocating roughly $21B to build a high‑speed rail line linking Los Angeles and Las Vegas, targeting completion before the 2028 Olympics. The two‑hour service will compete with a three‑hour door‑to‑door flight that carries about two million passengers each year, with fares ranging from $80 to $250.
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Mexico’s Lázaro Cárdenas port has formalized a Partial Assignment of Rights contract with Porter Lázaro Cárdenas SA de CV to build and operate a new Multi‑Purpose Terminal IV. Signed on Jan 26, 2026 and registered Feb 26, the terminal will serve cabotage, mineral bulk and general cargo, explicitly excluding containerised traffic. The move follows a strong January performance where mineral cargo represented 25% of total throughput, underscoring demand for dedicated bulk handling. The development is part of a broader strategy to expand capacity and reinforce the port’s role as a strategic logistics hub.
Australian startup New Energy Transport completed its first electric long‑haul delivery from Sydney to Canberra, targeting a fleet of 20 electric trucks by the end of next year. The 290 km run cost about $33 in charging—roughly a third of a...
A new browser‑based TSA wait‑time tracker built by Zach Griff offers checkpoint‑level data for about 19 U.S. airports, including PreCheck and CLEAR lanes where available. Unlike the MyTSA app, which provides only airport‑wide estimates, this tool pulls live feeds directly...
Allegiant Air launched a "Travel with Confidence" policy that lets passengers change or cancel eligible flights without fees through the end of the current government shutdown. The flexible option applies to both new and existing bookings and requires customers to...
Steadicopter, a developer of rotary unmanned aerial systems, announced the launch of its Steadicopter UAS Academy, a global training program for operators, mission commanders and technicians. The curriculum emphasizes the unique capabilities of rotary UAVs—persistent hover, precision deployment and flexibility—across...
The article outlines three engine additives—Zinc Dialkyldithiophosphate (ZDDP), Molybdenum Disulfide (MoS₂), and Polyetheramine (PEA)—that can extend the life of high‑mileage engines. It explains how each compound forms protective films, reduces friction, or stabilizes combustion under demanding conditions. Practical product recommendations...
The Straits of Hormuz and maritime generally is THE story of the war with Iran. Iran cannot be left in charge of the Straits and choke the world. I recorded a special episode of Invested with @AmiDaniel1, founder & CEO...
Brussels‑Midi, the city’s main railway hub, was evacuated on Monday evening after police discovered suspicious bags, halting all train movements between 5:30 p.m. and 8:00 p.m. A joint police and army bomb‑disposal unit inspected the packages and declared them harmless, allowing services...
A passenger discovered a wheel ripped off her checked bag after flying with American Airlines. The airline replied that the damage constituted “normal wear and tear” and refused compensation, pointing to its baggage liability policy. However, the U.S. Department of...
U.S. airports are confronting a perfect storm of financial strain, operational disruptions, and aging infrastructure. A recent fatal collision at LaGuardia highlighted safety concerns amid a Department of Homeland Security funding lapse that left TSA agents unpaid and caused long...
Hyundai has issued an immediate stop‑sale on the 2026 Palisade Limited and Calligraphy trims after a tragic accident in which a child died while a second‑ or third‑row power seat was folding. The recall covers roughly 68,500 vehicles and stems...
The escalation of conflict in the Middle East led to unprecedented airspace closures, grounding Emirates flights and stranding an estimated one million passengers. One traveler, en route from London to Australia, saw a 35,000‑mile Emirates award disappear and faced a...
A 60 Minutes segment highlighted the widening gap between U.S. shipyards and Asian rivals, underscoring a long‑standing shipbuilding crisis. South Korean conglomerate Hanwha announced up to $5 billion to expand Philadelphia’s Philly Shipyard, aiming to boost annual output from under two...
Karli Sage, VP of Supply Chain Management, Technology and Engineering at Southern Glazer’s Wine & Spirits, is championing "human‑centered innovation" by deploying warehouse automation, drones, collaborative robots, and decision‑intelligence software that serve employees first. She emphasizes that technology should simplify...
Caterpillar has renewed its MineStar Command agreement with Fortescue’s Chichester Metals and FMG Solomon to supply and operate autonomous haulage software at three Western Australian mines. The extension continues a decade‑long deployment that began in 2012, reinforcing safety, reliability and...
The U.S. Department of Transportation released its 2025 T‑100 airline traffic data through December, and AirInsight’s forecasting model shows domestic passenger volumes rebounding strongly but losing momentum. While year‑over‑year growth remains positive, the model struggles to shed pandemic‑era assumptions, indicating...
Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) announced a community‑driven support initiative for its Transportation Security Administration (TSA) officers who are working without pay due to the ongoing partial federal government shutdown. Approximately 96 TSA team members at AVL are affected, prompting the...
Swissport’s Matchbox, a cloud‑based travel document validation platform, has earned ISO 27001, ISO 27017 and ISO 27018 certifications, confirming its information‑security, cloud‑security and privacy controls. The platform already validates more than four million passengers with 100% accuracy on inadmissible traveler...
Ford and SK On are winding down their $11.4 billion BlueOval SK battery joint venture, prompting a delay in the planned layoffs at the Glendale, Kentucky plant. The initial cut of roughly 1,500 workers, slated for mid‑February, has been pushed back, with...
CSX has turned drones from a proof‑of‑concept into an enterprise‑wide asset, now operating over 250 unmanned aircraft across its rail network. More than 350 employees hold FAA Part 107 certifications, enabling eight departments to leverage aerial data for inspections, mapping and...
Mayor Helena Moreno and regional leaders unveiled the Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY) Master Plan, a ten‑year roadmap to accommodate projected growth to 8.6‑9.7 million departing passengers. The plan calls for a second terminal, 10‑15 new gates, upgraded roadways,...
An Air Canada Express flight collided with a fire truck on LaGuardia’s runway, killing both pilots and injuring 42 people. The incident occurred as an overburdened air traffic controller attempted to clear the vehicle amid a staffing shortfall that leaves...
The Port Authority of the Southern Tyrrhenian and Ionian Seas secured roughly €2 million (about $2.2 million) from Italy’s Fund for Technological Innovation and Digitalization to build a private 5G network at the Port of Gioia Tauro. The project, which earned a top‑score...
Source Logistics, a fast‑growing 3PL with 25 warehouses and over 5.8 million square feet of FDA‑ and SQF‑compliant space, has selected IFS Softeon’s warehouse management system to power its nationwide expansion. The Softeon platform offers multi‑tenant architecture, strong API integration and...
Sea Cloud Cruises announced its 2027‑2028 sailing season, featuring luxury small‑ship voyages on the tall vessels Sea Cloud Spirit and Sea Cloud II. The lineup emphasizes European itineraries, including Irish, Scottish, French Atlantic, and Mediterranean routes. Guests who book by...
Cathay Cargo announced a strategic partnership with Wallenborn Transport to broaden its European trucking footprint. The agreement adds live shipment tracking and real‑time temperature monitoring, giving shippers greater visibility and control. Wallenborn operates 17 bases across 13 countries, linking more...
I love that the Port Comissionner Sam Cho in charge of SEATAC airport gives regular detailed updates through Reddit. https://www.reddit.com/r/Seattle/s/UJoV69qBAf
Hyundai’s luxury brand Genesis has entered the Netherlands, offering three fully electric models – the GV60 compact SUV, the Electrified GV70 SUV, and the Electrified G80 sedan. Pricing begins at €49,900 ($54,400) for the GV60, €65,400 ($71,300) for the GV70,...
Tesla filed patent US 2026/0048683 A1 describing a dual‑battery architecture that pairs an 800 V primary pack with a 400 V auxiliary pack, operating in three modes—SOE balancing, OCV matching, and parallel fast‑charging. The design offers two mounting options, including a trailer‑mounted auxiliary pack...
This has to be my favorite chart from the Week 12 JMIC Dashboard report on weekly ship transits. Suez down from 497 in 2023 to 248⬇️ Cape of Good Hope up from 348 to 710 ⬆️ Bab el-Mandeb 🍻 down from...
The safety compliance label on a vehicle’s door jamb consolidates critical specifications such as recommended cold tire pressure, gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR), gross axle weight rating (GAWR), tire size, manufacturing date, and VIN. These details are mandated by safety...
A federal funding lapse has left Transportation Security Administration officers working without pay, driving daily absenteeism to about 10%—five times the normal rate—and spiking to 25‑38% at major hubs such as JFK, Atlanta, and Houston. The staffing shortfall threatens checkpoint...
Pilots logged 10,994 laser strikes in 2025, a 14 percent drop from 2024, marking the second consecutive year of decline. Since 2010 the FAA has recorded 337 pilot injuries linked to laser incidents. The agency attributes the improvement to robust reporting...
Prime Minister Narendra Modi told Parliament that India is actively negotiating with global partners to guarantee safe passage for vessels carrying oil, gas, fertilizers and other essential commodities through the Strait of Hormuz. The government is expanding its strategic petroleum...
A Bloomberg‑tracked oil supertanker, the Omega Trader, has successfully transited the Strait of Hormuz, marking the first observed movement of Iraqi crude through the waterway since it was effectively closed at the start of the war. Managed by Japan’s Mitsui OSK Lines,...
AVweb’s Picture of the Day for March 23, 2026 features a Waco RNF soaring over El Capitan Reservoir in San Diego County, with the image credited to photographer Dave Leedom. The post highlights the enduring appeal of vintage aircraft among recreational pilots. It also notes...
The Federal Aviation Administration has opened a public comment period, ending April 22, to gather input on how unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) should be incorporated into existing airports and emerging droneports. The request targets airports, operators, and other stakeholders to...
United Airlines flight UA1394, a Boeing 737‑700, attempted a midfield takeoff from Chicago O’Hare’s runway 10L on March 19, 2026, but the crew aligned the aircraft with the left‑hand edge lights instead of the centerline. The takeoff was aborted at...
Kenya’s deep‑water Lamu port is rapidly becoming a fallback hub as cargo is diverted from the near‑shut Strait of Hormuz and the fractured Red Sea. The three‑berth facility is now handling volumes far beyond its original design, testing its operational...
In this episode, Richard Stevenson of Pendle Commodity Investments explains why capesize freight rates surged in early 2026, highlighting the unexpected boost from Guinea’s bauxite shipments and elevated bunker costs due to Middle‑East tensions. He outlines the political risk of...
The HV‑MELA‑BAT consortium, led by Fraunhofer ISE, unveiled a megawatt‑scale charging system that combines a high‑efficiency DC/DC converter with a novel contact system. The isolating converter reaches a record‑breaking 99.26% efficiency and a volumetric power density of 9 kW per liter....
These 2 slides show the extent of section 3 of the LA Metro D line subway extension. The section begins after Century City station and is the last planned extension at this time. The section is currently under construction. A...
This is a carrier's market. There are zero signs that things are cooling, in fact, in recent days the market has firmed significantly. Many traffic managers at shippers have not seen a carrier's market and are unprepared. If they have...
Greece recorded 31.0 million international air arrivals in 2025, a 5.9% rise from 2024. Athens International Airport handled 12 million passengers, up 9%, while Thessaloniki saw a 10.2% increase. The growth stemmed from a broader market mix—no single source exceeded 17.4%—and a...
Gregory T. Grissom, P.E., has been appointed Division Manager of Rail Inspection & Asset Management Services at ENSCO, Inc., bringing more than 25 years of railway engineering and leadership experience. Previously president of Loram Technologies, Grissom oversaw the integration of...
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ICE Deployed To 13 Airports — But Agents Are Mostly Standing Around As TSA Lines Stretch For Hours - View from the Wing https://t.co/wKBwn8Bo8l
Jet fuel prices have DOUBLED to over $200/barrel since the Iran war. Asian airlines and energy suppliers face MAJOR SHORTAGES. SIGNS OF A MAJOR CRISIS ARE APPEARING: Thousands of flights have already been canceled AIRLINES SHOULD SEND A BILL FOR DAMAGES TO...
I don’t understand this, if you’re flying…you need Real Id or a passport. You can t fly with any other ID. Someone here illegally cannot obtain that. So how can anyone who flies be illegal. Makes no sense .
A new geopolitical equilibrium could emerge in the Middle East that includes almost constant kinetic action and YET markets could be OK with that. The 1980 Iran-Iraq war is a good example of that. All that matters is whether ships...
