Brussels Airlines Invests in Improved Onboard Product for Passengers in All Booking Classes
Brussels Airlines is rolling out a comprehensive upgrade of its inflight product across all cabins, with the most significant investment in Premium Economy on long‑haul routes. The refresh includes premium tableware, three hot‑meal choices, enhanced entertainment accessories, and a new culinary concept led by Michelin‑starred chef Glen Verhasselt for Business Class. Economy passengers will see extra food components, reusable premium cups, and refreshed service elements. The phased rollout is scheduled throughout 2026, beginning with new tableware in March.
Tampa International Airport Launches Enhanced Passenger Processing in Partnership with U.S. CBP
Tampa International Airport has launched Enhanced Passenger Processing (EPP) in partnership with U.S. Customs and Border Protection, using touchless facial‑comparison technology for U.S. passport holders. The system verifies identity in six to eight seconds, allowing travelers to bypass traditional document...
West Asia Crisis: Ministry Asks Ports to Consider Waiving Charges, Issues SoP
India’s Union Shipping, Ports and Waterways Ministry issued a standard operating procedure to mitigate disruptions from the West Asia crisis. The SOP authorises ports to consider waiving or reducing charges such as vessel fees and storage rent on a case‑by‑case...
This Honda CR-V Shower Attachment Might Be The Weirdest Vehicle Option Ever
The first‑generation Honda CR‑V, launched in the U.S. in 1997, stood out among compact SUVs with an optional electric shower that could be powered from a 12‑volt trunk outlet. The vehicle also featured roof racks, a foldable table, and a...
ITS America 2026: Registration Open and Future Leaders Program
Registration is now open for the ITS America Conference & Expo 2026, scheduled for June 9‑12 at Detroit's Huntington Place. The event’s theme, “Empowering Innovation,” will bring together government agencies, DOTs, planners, investors, telecoms and other public‑private stakeholders. Highlights include...
Revealed: The New Affordable Commuter Hotspots in Great Britain
Savills’ latest research maps a new set of affordable commuter hotspots across Great Britain as post‑pandemic demand reshapes traditional belts. By pairing railway‑station entry data with 2025 house‑price figures, the analysis highlights towns and villages with direct links to London,...
China: ‘Eight by Eight’ Network Nears Completion with Latest Wave of Openings
China’s high‑speed rail “Eight‑by‑Eight” network is nearing completion as a fresh wave of line openings pushes operational mileage beyond 50,000 km in 2025. The latest segments belong to the current five‑year plan, which aims to add another 10,000 km of high‑speed routes...
The Dyrt Publishes Seven Road Trip Guides That Span America
The Dyrt has launched a collection of seven road‑trip guides that map iconic U.S. routes—from the Atlantic Coast Highway to Route 66—each paired with ten top‑rated campgrounds. The guides blend brief route histories, recommended travel durations, optimal seasons, and practical details...
Now's Your Chance To Buy A Turbine-Powered Mustang Drag Racer Named 'Krispy Kritter'
A 1967 Ford Mustang shell has been transformed into a turbine‑powered drag racer called “Krispy Kritter.” Builder Ted Trischle installed a Westinghouse J34 jet engine—originally used in a U.S. Navy F2H Banshee—into the chassis, adding custom rearwork, brake drums and drag chutes....
Japan Seeks Exemption From US Tariff Hike Amid Trade Concerns
Japan has asked the United States to exclude it from a planned tariff hike that would raise duties from 10% to 15%, warning that higher rates could damage its auto sector and jeopardise the $550 billion Strategic Investment Initiative tied to...
The Iran War and Global Trade: Will the Cape Route Become the New Normal?
Armed attacks on Iran and the closure of the Strait of Hormuz in early 2026 forced shipping lines to reroute around Africa’s Cape of Good Hope. The Cape route, once a contingency, saw usage surge, echoing past disruptions of the...
Cadillac’s Billion-Dollar Sprint to Build an F1 Team From Scratch
Cadillac announced a billion‑dollar program to field its own Formula 1 team in the 2026 season. The venture began with two marquee hires—a seasoned technical chief to design the car and an HR director to recruit roughly 600 engineers and specialists....
India’s Hidden Air Cargo Corridors Present Major Opportunity for Global Carriers
India’s air cargo exports are increasingly coming from Tier 2 and Tier 3 manufacturing centres, now accounting for about 35% of total shipments. Yet most international capacity remains concentrated at Delhi, Mumbai, Bengaluru and Chennai, handling roughly 65% of cargo, leaving a...
5 Popular Car Brands That Build Cars In Canada
The piece surveys Canada’s five biggest auto manufacturers—Ford, General Motors, Honda, Stellantis and Toyota—and the models they currently assemble on Canadian soil. Ford redirected its Oakville plant to Super Duty trucks, committing $3 billion, while GM’s Oshawa facility now only builds...
Pentagon, FAA Plan Counter-Drone Laser Testing in New Mexico
The Pentagon and FAA will conduct a weekend test in New Mexico of a high‑energy counter‑drone laser, examining how the beam interacts with aircraft‑grade materials and validating automated safety shut‑off mechanisms. The trial also measures eye‑safety impacts for aircrew and...
Brazilian Steel Slab Exports Double in February
Brazilian steel slab exports more than doubled in February, reaching 835,327 metric tonnes, up 117% year‑over‑year. The United States and the European Union drove the surge, with U.S. shipments rising 54% despite 50% tariffs and EU imports jumping from 50...
AI’s Impact on Warfighting Starts With Logistics
Defense Logistics Agency CIO Adarryl Roberts outlined a "connected enterprise" framework that embeds AI across supply‑chain functions, from procurement to finance. The agency is constructing a data‑mesh backbone to feed "control tower" dashboards, giving senior leaders real‑time logistics visibility. Deterministic...
Podcast: Cybertruck Price Increase, BYD Makes Everyone Look Bad, and Donut Lab Update
The latest Electrek Podcast recaps three major EV stories: Tesla hikes the Cybertruck AWD price to $70,000 and tweaks FSD transfer rules, BYD rolls out its Blade Battery 2.0 with over 1,000 km range and a 1,500 kW flash charger, and Donut Lab...
MSC Steps Up to Return Cruise Passengers Stranded in Dubai
MSC, the world’s third‑largest cruise line, began repatriating stranded guests after the Strait of Hormuz closure left six ships immobilized in the Persian Gulf. The company chartered seven flights and secured commercial seats, moving more than 1,500 passengers from the...
Tested: 2003 Honda Pilot EX Sure Isn't an Isuzu
The 2003 Honda Pilot EX marks Honda’s first true in‑house midsize SUV, borrowing its V6 engine and chassis architecture from the Acura MDX and Odyssey minivan rather than the former Isuzu‑sourced Passport. Its VTM‑4 all‑wheel‑drive system offers a low‑speed rear‑shaft...
CMA CGM Preps for Challenging Year After 2025 Revenue, Profit Decline
Container shipping giant CMA CGM warned that its 2025 revenue and profit will fall, signalling a tougher outlook for the sector. The company projects only moderate growth in 2026, with freight rates likely to be influenced by escalating tensions in the...
CMA CGM Expects Moderate Growth After 2025 Revenue, Profit Decline
CMA CGM reported a 6% revenue decline to $34.3 billion and a 30% EBITDA drop to $7.9 billion for 2025. Despite the profit slump, the carrier forecasts moderate growth in 2026, relying on diversified services, flexible networks, and strong balance sheets. It highlighted...
Houston Aviation Museum Suspends Operations
The 1940 Air Terminal Museum in Houston announced it will cease operations effective March 2, 2026, citing a “perfect storm” of financial pressures. Housed in the original 1940 Art Deco terminal adjacent to Hobby Airport, the museum has long relied on volunteers and...
View Photos of the 2026 BMW Alpina XB7 Manufaktur Special Edition
BMW will conclude the current Alpina XB7 generation with a limited‑run Manufaktur edition, producing only 120 units beginning September 2026. The special model is offered in two exclusive frozen‑Alpina colors—Green and Blue—featuring gloss‑black trim, wheels, and bespoke badging. Inside, each...
BMW Bids Auf Wiedersehen to the Alpina XB7 with a Manufaktur Special Edition
BMW is ending production of the Alpina‑tuned XB7 SUV with a limited‑run Manufaktur special edition. Only 120 units will be built for the U.S. and Canada, offered in Frozen Alpina Green or Blue with blacked‑out styling and exclusive badging. The...
Gemini Suspends, Revamps Middle East Services Amid Growing Conflict
Gemini Cooperation announced the suspension of several Middle East services, including routes to Europe and Asia, as well as regional shuttle operations, citing the escalating war in the Gulf. The alliance, which includes Maersk and Hapag‑Lloyd, is launching a new...
SK Lays Off Nearly 1,000 Amid Cooling Automaker EV Plans
SK Battery America announced the termination of employment for 958 workers at its Commerce, Georgia plant, marking the largest layoff in the facility’s two‑year history. The cuts follow Ford’s December decision to cancel the fully electric F‑150 Lightning, a key...
Thiess Global Summit Visits EACON AHS Retrofitted Trucks at Mulgarrie
Leaders from Thiess, MACA, RTL Mining and Earthworks visited Norton Gold Fields' Mulgarrie site to witness the autonomous trial of two Komatsu HD1500 trucks, Tom and Jerry, retrofitted with EACON’s ORCASTRA® system. These trucks are the world’s first HD1500s equipped...
February Logistics Manager’s Index Heads up to 61.5 as Lean Inventories Tighten Transportation Capacity and Push up Freight Rates
The Logistics Manager’s Index rose to 61.5 in February, the strongest reading since February 2025 and above the long‑term average of 61.3. Inventory levels slipped to 53.8 while inventory cost pressure eased, yet warehousing utilization accelerated and transportation prices jumped...
2 Tesla Cybertrucks Destroyed in Mysterious Fire at Santa Monica Parking Garage
Two Tesla Cybertrucks were completely destroyed in a rooftop fire at a seven‑story residential parking garage in Santa Monica, while several other Teslas suffered heat damage. Firefighters arrived around 3:16 p.m., found the trucks fully engulfed, and extinguished the blaze without...
Amazon Partner Inks 1M SF Warehouse Lease In Chicago Suburbs
Crane Worldwide Logistics has signed a 992,000 sq ft lease in McCook, Illinois, to store Amazon Web Services data‑center equipment. The warehouse, developed by Bridge Industrial, sits within thirty minutes of O’Hare Airport, offering strategic logistics advantages. The deal follows a wave...
6 Ways To Get Plywood Home Without a Pickup Truck
The article presents six practical ways to transport standard 4×8 plywood sheets without a pickup truck, ranging from in‑store cutting and roof‑rack strapping to delivery, trailer or truck rentals, and purchasing smaller pre‑cut panels. It details plywood weight ranges—¼‑in (20‑25 lb),...
Logic Robotics Develops a Logistics Operating System for the Space Economy
Logic Robotics unveiled a logistics operating system designed to automate the movement of palletized cargo from terrestrial factories to spaceports and beyond. The platform, called LINK, integrates an AI‑driven digital twin that models facilities, vehicles, and missions in real time,...
American Express Debuts Sidecar Lounge Concept at Las Vegas Airport
American Express has launched a new airport lounge concept called Sidecar at Las Vegas’ McCarran International Airport. The pop‑up lounge, situated near Terminal 1, operates 24 hours a day and offers a pay‑per‑use model rather than a traditional membership. Travelers can access...
The 3 Top Car Headaches Drivers Are Dealing With in 2026
JD Power’s 2026 Vehicle Dependability Study shows a record high in software‑related problems, with infotainment systems topping the list. Forty percent of owners received over‑the‑air updates in the past year, yet only 27% felt any improvement and OTA patches coincided...
Brazil’s Moya Targets 2027 for First Heavylift Cargo Drone Services
Brazilian startup Moya announced it will begin operating its heavy‑lift cargo eVTOL service in 2027. The company highlights the rapid expansion of the global logistics market, which is expected to reach $5.951 trillion by 2030 with a 7.2% annual growth rate....
South Bow Confirms Open Season for New Pipeline to the U.S. Using Legacy Keystone XL Permits
South Bow Corp. has launched an open season for its proposed Prairie Connector pipeline, seeking binding commitments for 450,000 barrels per day of crude transport from Alberta’s Hardisty terminal to U.S. markets. The project will leverage existing Canadian permits originally...
Survey: Private Pilot Flight Training Cost Passes $16,000
The 2026 State of Flight Training Survey from Redbird Flight shows the median cost to earn a private pilot certificate has risen above $16,000, with students typically completing training in about 24 weeks. The report also details median costs of...
Florida House Passes Bill to Relaunch mDL Program
Florida’s House of Representatives approved HB 543, a sweeping transportation package that includes provisions to revive the state’s mobile driver’s license (mDL) program. The bill, passed 107‑1, introduces strict data‑privacy safeguards, limiting how businesses can use digital ID information and requiring...
Wavelength Podcast: Episode 100. War Risk, Rates and Bad Planning?
Episode 100 of TradeWinds' Wavelength podcast examines the shipping fallout from the US‑Israel attacks on Iran and the broader Operation Epic Fury. It details how the conflict has driven VLCC day rates toward record levels and sparked debate over war‑risk insurance coverage in...
Why People on London Underground Escalators Stand on the Right – and Not the Left
London commuters stand on the right side of tube escalators and walk on the left, a habit that seems opposite to road traffic rules. The practice originates from the first underground escalator installed at Earl’s Court in 1911, which featured...
NTSB: Rain, a Missing Gasket, and a Rushed Preflight
The NTSB concluded that a restored Grumman American GA‑7 crashed shortly after takeoff because water entered the fuel system through a missing rubber gasket on the right fuel cap, a defect that went undetected during both the aircraft’s annual inspection...
Mumbai - Ahmedabad High-Speed Line Costs Rise by 83%
The Mumbai‑Ahmedabad high‑speed rail corridor’s budget has surged 83%, climbing to roughly Rs 2 trillion after land‑acquisition disputes inflated costs. Japan’s Official Development Assistance, which covered 81% of the original estimate, is unlikely to be extended, forcing India to tap its Consolidated...
Kuwait's Jazeera Airways Resumes Umrah Charters
Jazeera Airways has restarted Umrah charter flights to Saudi Arabia, routing them directly from Jeddah and Madinah to Russia after Kuwait’s airspace closed on Feb. 28 due to the Iran‑related war. The carrier is using three A320‑family aircraft that were...
Co-Op Expands Its Electric Online Home Delivery Fleet with Toyota
Co-op is investing £1.5 million to add more than 50 Toyota Proace City electric vans to its home‑delivery fleet, replacing older vehicles and expanding service to rural areas. The rollout supports the retailer’s online grocery growth, now available to 86 % of...
White Paper: 7 Reasons Security Guards Aren’t Enough Protection
The white paper highlights that relying solely on security guards leaves critical blind spots in trucking yards and terminals, exposing cargo to theft. It identifies seven specific gaps, supported by industry statistics that show rising risk across logistics sites. The...
Fastmarkets to Discontinue Two European SAF Cost-Based Assessments Reflecting Dutch HBE-IXB Credits
Fastmarkets announced it will discontinue two European sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) cost assessments—AG‑SAF‑0006 (SAF max) and AG‑SAF‑0007 (HVO max)—that previously incorporated Dutch HBE‑IXB credits. The change follows the Netherlands’ update to its biofuel mandate, which now excludes aviation from the...
US: TPA to Streamline Passenger Experience This Spring Break
Tampa International Airport (TPA) is preparing for a Spring Break surge of roughly 3.1 million travelers between March 5 and April 13, with daily volumes reaching 75,000‑80,000 and a peak above 90,000 on March 22. To handle the influx, the airport is rolling out new...
Trucking Jobs Post Slight Decline in Unexpected Total Payroll Drop
The February nonfarm payroll report showed an unexpected 92,000‑job decline, with truck transportation employment slipping by 500 to 1,462,500 positions. This marks a 22,100‑job shortfall compared with a year earlier and a net loss of 4,700 jobs since December. Warehouse...
MDOT MTA Aims to Improve On-Time Performance by Empowering Bus Operators with Real-Time Information
MDOT MTA partnered with Swiftly to equip bus operators with the Onboard App, delivering real‑time schedule comparisons via GPS‑enabled tablets. A 15‑day pilot in late 2025 boosted on‑time performance by 25 % and cut early arrivals by 37 %. The agency targets...