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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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Texas sees some of the nation’s highest commercial‑truck traffic, making it a hotspot for fatal crashes. Unique to Texas, about 25% of employers opt out of workers' compensation, allowing injured drivers to pursue direct negligence suits that bypass traditional caps. When carriers do carry workers' comp, drivers can still file third‑party claims for products, other drivers, or loading companies, but insurers may seek subrogation. Prompt evidence preservation—especially electronic logging device data—can mean the difference between a modest settlement and a multi‑million recovery.
Sydney’s articulated "bendy" buses are returning after a safety‑related withdrawal that saw more than 80 vehicles removed in October 2024 due to chassis cracks. With 81 of the 83 repaired buses back on the road, the city expects improved reliability...
Air India flight AI102, an Airbus A350‑900 en route from New York JFK to Delhi, diverted to Shannon Airport in Ireland after passengers reported floor vibrations at 33,000 feet. The two‑and‑a‑half‑year‑old aircraft, originally built for Aeroflot, landed safely around 4:30 am, and...
The ongoing Middle East conflict has disrupted the Gulf’s role as a global aviation super‑connector, forcing Emirates, Etihad and Qatar Airways to curtail services. A recent drone strike at Dubai International Airport compelled Emirates to cancel flights and even reroute...
Physical AI gets its time in the keynote (as expected). I believe physical AI is going to be a meaningful growth driver for Nvidia starting in CY28. Today, only about 1% of Nvidia’s sales are used to deliver physical AI, which...
Honda announced the cancellation of three North‑America EV programs, pivoting toward hybrid models amid weak demand, tariff pressure, and policy volatility. Simultaneously, freight surcharges and semiconductor price hikes are compressing margins across the automotive supply chain, while stranded battery capacity...
Dubai International Airport, handling nearly 100 million passengers annually, suffered its fourth drone strike in 16 days on March 16, 2026, when a fuel storage tank was hit, forcing a temporary shutdown. The attack triggered fire, smoke, and an immediate suspension of flights,...
Florida lawmakers approved CS/CS/SB 422, prohibiting airports from using ADS‑B surveillance data to calculate landing fees or related charges for Part 91 aircraft weighing 12,499 pounds or less. The bill, cleared by both chambers, heads to Governor Ron DeSantis and would...
Tesla announced plans for its biggest Australian Supercharger, featuring more than 25 V4‑type stalls near Mackay, a strategic stop on the Sydney‑Canberra corridor. The network will join 148 active sites across the country, 80 of which already serve non‑Tesla EVs....
American Airlines is rolling out a new digital feature across its mobile app and website that explains the reasons behind flight delays and cancellations. The update provides clear, reason‑based messages—weather, air‑traffic control, or operational issues—along with rebooking options, voucher eligibility,...
Swedish startup Roxen Innovations will begin manufacturing its electric personal watercraft in April 2026, launching with a limited run of 200 units and already securing 40 pre‑sales. The Roxen delivers a top speed of 55 km/h (30 knots) powered by a 22 kW...
Small fleet owner Jamie Hagen of Hell Bent Xpress highlighted the impact of extreme diesel price volatility on investment decisions. His fleet, now operating ten all‑Mack units, saw fuel efficiency improve to 9.8 mpg with the new Mack Pioneer, a jump...
Walmart has finalized its 2026‑27 trans‑Pacific shipping contracts with six major carriers, prompting container lines to resume stalled negotiations. The war in the Middle East had paused talks, but carriers now urge importers to lock in space allocations before the...
In 2026 a surprising number of automakers still offer manual‑shift models, ranging from mainstream names like Subaru and Toyota to luxury marques such as Porsche and BMW. The list includes two Subaru models (BRZ, WRX), Porsche’s 911, Mazda’s MX‑5 Miata...
Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport announced the rollout of Enhanced Passenger Processing for U.S. citizens arriving on international flights. The system, developed with U.S. Customs and Border Protection, uses photo‑matching technology to accelerate the CBP inspection process. Airport officials highlighted...
Industry leaders met with the House Transportation & Infrastructure Committee to discuss the looming expiration of the current surface‑transportation authorization on Sept. 30, 2026. The Associated Equipment Distributors (AED) is urging Congress to pass a new five‑year highway bill, targeting roughly $550 billion...
The long-term history of the Baltic Dry Index (BDI), the benchmark measure of global dry bulk freight rates. It tracks what it costs to ship commodities like: * Iron ore * Coal * Grain * Bauxite * Steel inputs Because these commodities sit at the very beginning...
Massachusetts Governor Maura Healey is creating a public‑private partnership (P3) commission to oversee a revived procurement for 18 highway service plazas after last year’s process collapsed amid allegations of favoritism. The commission will consist of four governor‑appointed transportation experts plus...
Evri Group is deploying Veri Snap AI, an Amazon Web Services‑powered generative AI solution, to automatically evaluate the 90 million delivery photos it captures each month. The technology, built on AWS Nova Lite via Bedrock, checks parcel placement and condition, flagging non‑compliant...
Rapid‑charging technology is moving from prototype to commercial deployment, promising to refill electric‑vehicle batteries in minutes rather than hours. Automakers and battery firms are unveiling ultra‑fast chargers that can add 300‑plus miles in under five minutes, leveraging high‑voltage (800V) platforms...
Amid a turbulent month for U.S. aviation, two airports turned to used equipment to solve operational challenges. Waukesha County Airport sourced snowplows, blowers and sweepers from Minneapolis‑St. Paul, while Salt Lake City International acquired surplus shuttle buses from Denver International....
The Northeast Chapter of the American Association of Airport Executives is hosting its 58th International Aviation Snow Symposium in Buffalo, NY, from April 24‑29. The conference blends practical, real‑world sessions with a volunteer‑driven, peer‑led format that emphasizes collaboration between airports,...
A new study by the INGAA Foundation estimates that the United States and Canada will require roughly $1 trillion in new pipeline capital by 2052, translating to $40‑48 billion annually. The analysis, conducted with the University of Houston, Wood and ESMIA, evaluates...
Dubai Civil Aviation Authority issued a notice today: landing permissions at DXB and DWC are suspended for all foreign operators until further notice, citing the prevailing regional situation and safety of airlines, crews, passengers, and the public. Emirates has already...
In a positive development, Lufthansa has finally managed to get most of its Boeing 787 Allegris business class seats certified. This is excellent news for passengers and the airline. https://t.co/mkZ8QXczLF
The Middle East airspace shutdown last week canceled more than 49,000 of 92,000 scheduled flights, forcing Dubai International to run at a fraction of its usual capacity. Governments scrambled to charter evacuation flights while travelers were stranded across continents. Airline...
CudaJet: A High-Performance Underwater Jetpack Redefining Aquatic Mobility via @WevolverApp #Innovation #EmergingTech #Technology #Tech https://t.co/cF5kNZliKd
Meanwhile Trump’s Greenland hospital ship is off Northern California coast sailing north at 12.6kts https://t.co/4VnOx2Xz8R
Napier’s Nelson Quay Wharf has been closed after engineers deemed the Iron Pot area structurally unsafe, leaving ten boats stranded with no direct access. The council has met with owners and proposed installing temporary floating pontoons to create new berths, a...
American Airlines Will Now Tell You Why Your Flight Is Delayed — In Plain English - View from the Wing https://t.co/Jq8jpQ1Zd2
"Shipping Insurance Costs for Hormuz Passage Surge After Vessel Attacks" https://t.co/Aq3e4lGXyX "Details of a plan for the US International Development Finance Corporation to help insure tankers are still unclear." https://t.co/mC9xKl2B7o
United Airlines stands to benefit from a planned multibillion‑dollar renovation at its Washington Dulles hub. The project includes a 435,000‑square‑foot, 14‑gate concourse slated for later 2026, expanding capacity for United, which already handles about 70% of Dulles traffic. While the...
Lots of pessimists are hanging their hat on Iran being "tough" and "resilient." And yet, there are rumors all over of IRGC essentially letting VLCCs go through... for a fee. Hormuz is either shut or it is not. You're not...
LINK: https://t.co/Iz3LToWVCF A flotilla of Oil Tankers Carrying Saudi Arab Light Crude to Asia Map form @Kpler
Airlines operating between the United Kingdom and the Middle East have cancelled a notable share of flights amid escalating regional tensions, with 18 of 133 outbound services (13.5%) and 23 of 134 inbound services (17%) scrapped as of 16 March. The...
American is making a positive update to its website and app, whereby customers can now see an explanation for why a flight is delayed or canceled, in those situations where there are irregular operations. https://t.co/OARXqYCL2g
Iran has launched drone strikes on Dubai International Airport. The BUSIEST airport in the world, with 95.2 MILLION passengers, has now SUSPENDED ALL FLIGHTS. https://t.co/nkHDA8z9yJ
Le Train, a French open‑access operator founded in 2020, has secured framework track‑access agreements with SNCF Network to launch high‑speed services from Paris to Rennes and Bordeaux. This marks the first time the newcomer will run trains on the classic LGV...
This is a rare Russian LNG shipment going through the Red Sea to Southeast Asia. Why is it rare? Because neither the LNG nor the carrier is sanctioned, and most likely it is not going to China. All previous...
Ok, first of all, supertankers cost roughly $125 million new. Fully loaded with 2 million barrels of crude, the total value of cargo is $180 million at $90 per barrel. That’s $305 million total. POTUS doesn’t have his facts straight...
Ontario announced a C$138 million investment to acquire 205 kilometers of rail between North Bay and Washago, securing more than 25 % of the future Northlander passenger corridor. The acquisition, completed in February, aims to prioritize passenger service while channeling freight revenues back to...
If you want to understand how trucking got here, you have to understand that there has been a large political push and indoctrination that has caused this line of thinking
Gas prices are rising, so to avoid pain at the pump, even petrol-heads are reconsidering EVs https://t.co/bUjKs9ok26
Tesla has introduced Immersive Sound X, a premium audio upgrade exclusive to the Model Y L, expanding the vehicle’s entertainment suite. The system uses real‑time sound extraction and advanced algorithms to deliver a customizable 3D soundstage, supported by an 18‑speaker...
FFA (near-term forward rates) curve at multi-year record highs for #tankers, yet $DHT $FRO and others still heavily down… 🤷♂️ #shipping
I’ll be presenting this slide during a speech tomorrow to the Texas Agricultural Cooperative Council. Three of the world’s poorest countries — combined population: 1.8B people — will be hammered by the shutdown of LNG shipments through the Strait of...
In a March 2026 Atlantic Council podcast, EXIM Bank chairman John Jovanovic outlined how the Trump administration’s economic strategy hinges on resilient, "free, fair, and functioning" supply chains. He highlighted the bank’s role in financing U.S. exporters amid heightened geopolitical...
Anecdotal and specific to the trips I have to take in balance of '26: But have United air prices gone off the charts?
"Dead sheep thrown away by livestock ships, whose legs stick out of the water when they bloat, could sometimes be mistaken for mines by lookouts."
BlueSword Intelligent Technology has broadened its autonomous mobile robot (AMR) and automated guided vehicle (AGV) portfolio, adding forklift‑type robots, latent mobile robots and a unified control platform. The company leverages digital‑twin simulation to pre‑validate deployments, shortening commissioning and boosting reliability....
