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Leftist Pro‑Competition Advocates Shockingly Back Jones Act
SocialMar 10, 2026

Leftist Pro‑Competition Advocates Shockingly Back Jones Act

It will never stop being hilarious/telling that certain "pro-competition" lefties openly support the Jones Act.

By Scott Lincicome
Shipping Solves Issues While Riding a Smoldering Powder Keg
SocialMar 10, 2026

Shipping Solves Issues While Riding a Smoldering Powder Keg

“We, in the shipping industry, are in the business of solving problems. But we are fixing problems while sitting on a smoldering powder keg,” Bud Darr, President of the Cruise Line Association https://t.co/i4e1kemoUq

By John Konrad
ONE Nears Controlling Stake in Seaspan Ship Lessor
SocialMar 10, 2026

ONE Nears Controlling Stake in Seaspan Ship Lessor

ONE Moves Closer to Controlling Stake in World’s Largest Ship Lessor Seaspan. Poseidon corp. https://t.co/5AykPtXZq6

By Tom Craig
Iran Mining Strait Could Fully Close Vital Shipping Lane
SocialMar 10, 2026

Iran Mining Strait Could Fully Close Vital Shipping Lane

Uh. This would be REALLY bad. Up until now, traffic through the Strait has been functionally halted but it isn’t exactly *closed*, ships can are some are taking the risk. If Iran successfully mines the Strait, it’s *closed* closed.

By Rory Johnston
Hormuz Closure Nullifies OPEC+ Supply Pledges
SocialMar 10, 2026

Hormuz Closure Nullifies OPEC+ Supply Pledges

The Strait of Hormuz carries 20% of global oil demand. It's still closed. OPEC+ pledged 206K bpd in April. Middle East producers are cutting because storage is full. Supply math doesn't work when the pipe is shut. https://t.co/EMaJvlSk4u

By Michael A. Gayed, CFA (Lead-Lag Report)
US Navy Escort Uncertainty Threatens Global Trade via Hormuz
SocialMar 10, 2026

US Navy Escort Uncertainty Threatens Global Trade via Hormuz

Hormuz Disruptions, US Navy Escort Plans (or lack of) and Impact on Global Trade 1⃣Strait of Hormuz Update: March 10, 2026 2⃣Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff General Caine Statement on Escorts 3⃣UNCTAD Report on Hormuz Shipping Disruptions Video: https://t.co/vS32XQeQDb https://t.co/ZfQwkBUMGW

By Sal Mercogliano
Shipping Risks Draw Full House at CMA Conference
SocialMar 10, 2026

Shipping Risks Draw Full House at CMA Conference

Full house at the CMA Shipowner conference for @loriannlarocco panel on shipping risks. Go visit @gCaptain for her latest articles 1/2 https://t.co/7frbqs68r7

By John Konrad
Unverified Mine Rumors Force Shipowners to Demand Escorts
SocialMar 10, 2026

Unverified Mine Rumors Force Shipowners to Demand Escorts

Shipowners at CMA tell me there’s evidence of MINES in the Strait of Hormuz. They admitted the rumor is unconfirmed. Problem is, from their perspective, it doesn’t matter. Perception is reality and the risk is too high. They won’t sail without...

By John Konrad
Tesla's App Buying Eliminates Car‑sale Hassle
SocialMar 10, 2026

Tesla's App Buying Eliminates Car‑sale Hassle

The last car we bought was a @Tesla Model Y. Painless purchase process. No salespeople, no showroom, no upsells, no games, no haggling, no pressure. Just a personal choice on my own time, and a simple few-minute process handled entirely...

By Jason Fried
Oil and LNG Traffic Through Hormuz Appears Minimal
SocialMar 10, 2026

Oil and LNG Traffic Through Hormuz Appears Minimal

Doesn't seem like there's a lot of Oil/LNG moving through the Strait of Hormuz at all https://t.co/5QrGSihDEA

By Jack Farley
Traditional Automakers Missed Autonomous Future; Nvidia Leads
SocialMar 10, 2026

Traditional Automakers Missed Autonomous Future; Nvidia Leads

The funny thing is that Volkswagen sponsored the Stanford University department and building where @waymo started. Yet didn't invest in building an autonomous vehicle itself. Just like all the other traditional automakers. It's like Eastman Kodak, which invented the digital camera,...

By Robert Scoble
Unverified Tanker Claim Lacks Details and Proof
SocialMar 10, 2026

Unverified Tanker Claim Lacks Details and Proof

Big IF True... "a large oil tanker went through 36 hours ago" but doesn't specify the tanker then says "Navy successfully escorted" but doesn't provide proof. #Hormuz #Iran https://t.co/WKay8jJ3hD

By Samantha LaDuc
Clarifying: US Navy Warship or Aviation Escort in Hormuz?
SocialMar 10, 2026

Clarifying: US Navy Warship or Aviation Escort in Hormuz?

Did the US Navy send a warship through the Strait of Hormuz? Or was this an aviation escort?

By John Konrad
Maritime Industry Battling Unprecedented Black Swan Disruptions
SocialMar 10, 2026

Maritime Industry Battling Unprecedented Black Swan Disruptions

“Over the past few years, we have experienced disruptions few people imagined… it sometimes feels like the entire maritime industry is under attack by a flock of black swans,” Steve Carmel, US maritime Administrator and Commandant of the US Merchant...

By John Konrad
Navy Escort Through Hormuz Eases Supply Fears, Oil Falls
SocialMar 10, 2026

Navy Escort Through Hormuz Eases Supply Fears, Oil Falls

This Bloomberg headline crossing now may explain the new downturn in crude oil prices (repost) --- *US NAVY ESCORTED AN OIL TANKER THROUGH THE STRAIT OF HORMUZ

By Jim Bianco
US Naval Embargo Uncertainty Exposes Presidential Rhetoric Gap
SocialMar 10, 2026

US Naval Embargo Uncertainty Exposes Presidential Rhetoric Gap

what is happening to this oil after it leaves the Persian Gulf? Are US ships going to stop embargo it or will they let it go? If they don't capture the ship then there's a series disconnect between what the President...

By Ellen Wald
Kirkuk Pipeline Offers Iraq's Sole Hormuz Bypass
SocialMar 10, 2026

Kirkuk Pipeline Offers Iraq's Sole Hormuz Bypass

Oil production around Kirkuk, in Iraqi Kurdistan, is connected to global markets via a pipeline to the Turkish port of Ceyhan This is Iraq’s only crude supply that can bypass the currently-closed Strait of Hormuz Shut-ins in the Basra area by the...

By Rory Johnston
Cut Freight Planning From 30 Hours to 1
SocialMar 10, 2026

Cut Freight Planning From 30 Hours to 1

30 hours. Every week. Gone. A national electrical supplier was spending 30 hours a week manually planning their freight: dedicated drivers across 8 facilities, local carriers, third-party loads. After implementing EVOS Smarttools powered by BlueGrace Logistics, that same work takes one hour. In...

By Michael Vincent
Chinese‑crewed Marshall Islands Bulker Repeats Red Sea Pattern
SocialMar 10, 2026

Chinese‑crewed Marshall Islands Bulker Repeats Red Sea Pattern

The Marshal Islands-bulker KSL Laiyang is running the Strait. She is broadcasting on AIS "China Owners & Crew". This is EXACTLY what we saw happen in the Red Sea against the Houthis. Expect to see more of this. https://t.co/LSCESnEDKI

By Sal Mercogliano
Archer on Track for US Passenger Flights, Eyes UAE Launch
SocialMar 10, 2026

Archer on Track for US Passenger Flights, Eyes UAE Launch

Archer is “on track” to begin carrying passengers above select US cities later this year, as part of a government pilot program, and remains focused on “rapidly progressing” its plan to launch flights in the UAE — despite war-related uncertainty...

By Mary Kirby
EVs Leap Forward: 777km Range, 12‑Minute Charge
SocialMar 10, 2026

EVs Leap Forward: 777km Range, 12‑Minute Charge

Re-reading the excellent Energy A Human History by Richard Rhodes and I'm struck by how much has changed re: EVs since it was published in 2018. BYD just announced a 777km range battery that charges in 12 minutes. Car's fast...

By Lewis Jackson
US EV Demand Surge Could Boost Lithium Stocks
SocialMar 10, 2026

US EV Demand Surge Could Boost Lithium Stocks

In recent Rock Stock videos I’ve suggested the extremely negative US EV narrative is likely already “priced in” to #lithium equities — leaving room for an upside surprise. Today TD Cowen published a 60+ page note making a similar contrarian case....

By Howard Klein
Airline Mishandles Fragile Bag, Offers Token ₹500 Compensation
SocialMar 10, 2026

Airline Mishandles Fragile Bag, Offers Token ₹500 Compensation

A Bengaluru man travelled from Delhi to Bengaluru by flight received his luggage bag in damaged condition. The airline offered him ₹500 as compensation. He complained to the airline about it, mainly regarding the trolley bag having a fragile tag. Despite having a...

By Monica Malik | PrettyMuchFinance
Strait of Hormuz Disruption Threatens 20% of Global Oil Flow
SocialMar 10, 2026

Strait of Hormuz Disruption Threatens 20% of Global Oil Flow

🎙️ I was thrilled to rejoin @TheStalwart and @tracyalloway on the Odd Lots podcast to discuss the historic and ongoing disruption of traffic through the Strait of Hormuz, through which ~20% of the world's oil flows. This is it. This is...

By Rory Johnston
SAS A320neo Mistakenly Attempted Takeoff From Taxiway, Report Reveals
SocialMar 10, 2026

SAS A320neo Mistakenly Attempted Takeoff From Taxiway, Report Reveals

Scandinavian Airlines had an alarming incident, whereby an A320neo tried to take off from a taxiway. An initial report about the incident has just been published, shedding some light on how this happened. https://t.co/fmMkqJBHNg

By Ben Schlappig
IndiGo CEO Pieter Elbers Resigns; Interim Leadership Appointed
SocialMar 10, 2026

IndiGo CEO Pieter Elbers Resigns; Interim Leadership Appointed

IndiGo’s CEO Pieter Elbers has stepped down with immediate effect the airline said without giving a reason for his departure. The carrier said in a statement today that managing director Rahul Bhatia will oversee the airline’s operations on an interim basis...

By Bilqis Bahari
24,000 Tons Adrift, Urgent Need for Alternative Ports
SocialMar 10, 2026

24,000 Tons Adrift, Urgent Need for Alternative Ports

As a member of the UAE’s Financial Advisory Council (2008–2014), I made many friends. Here’s some intel one just texted me: "We have some 24,000 tons of material floating on water and need to find alternative ports on the Arabian Sea...

By Steve Hanke
Swiss Launches SWISS Senses, Revamping A330 Long‑haul Cabins
SocialMar 10, 2026

Swiss Launches SWISS Senses, Revamping A330 Long‑haul Cabins

SWISS is introducing a new long haul passenger standard, in a project known as SWISS Senses. The airline will soon start reconfiguring its A330s, with all new cabins. https://t.co/YHphVdCRxA

By Ben Schlappig
Norway's $520M Hydrogen Ferry Contract Faces Cell Longevity Crisis
SocialMar 10, 2026

Norway's $520M Hydrogen Ferry Contract Faces Cell Longevity Crisis

Today's #HydrogenSoufflé comes to you from Norway. In 2022 the Public Roads Administration awarded a 4.9bn NOK ($520 million) contract for 2 #hydrogen ferries. Internal documents found by NRK show the fuel cell lifetime may be <10% of the 7.5...

By Michael Liebreich
Liege Airport Hosts Dedicated Horse Logistics Hub
SocialMar 10, 2026

Liege Airport Hosts Dedicated Horse Logistics Hub

TIL there's a hub for horse logistics at Liege Airport in Belgium. SMH for not including this in AEROTROPOLIS. https://t.co/BaUSxHjnBr

By Greg Lindsay
Southwest Restricts Jumpseat Rides to Specific Staff
SocialMar 10, 2026

Southwest Restricts Jumpseat Rides to Specific Staff

Southwest Airlines has updated its policy regarding which type of employees can fly in jumpseats. There's an interesting backstory to this policy change. https://t.co/Z9VIBO9xn0

By Ben Schlappig
United Slashes Mileage for Non‑Cardholders, Ads Devalue Passengers
SocialMar 10, 2026

United Slashes Mileage for Non‑Cardholders, Ads Devalue Passengers

United Is Cutting Mileage If You Don’t Have Their Credit Card — Now It’s Running Ads That Say You Matter Less - View from the Wing https://t.co/kOlqIZQIHx

By Gary Leff
MSC Halts Gulf Voyages, Adds $800 Surcharge Amid Iran Conflict
SocialMar 10, 2026

MSC Halts Gulf Voyages, Adds $800 Surcharge Amid Iran Conflict

Iran war leads largest shipping line to terminate Mideast Gulf voyages, levy $800 charge: MSC diverting shipments to safe ports https://t.co/pnC0RAgj2Y

By Sal Mercogliano
Berkshire Targets Major Operating Ratio Boost for UNP, BNSF
SocialMar 10, 2026

Berkshire Targets Major Operating Ratio Boost for UNP, BNSF

Operating Ratio comparison for UNP and BNSF Greg Abel, 2025 Berkshire Hathaway Shareholder Letter: "The gap to the industry’s best remains too wide... We will be disappointed if we do not deliver a substantial [operating ratio] improvement over the next few...

By Alex Morris (TSOH Investment Research)
New Risk Factor Makes Strait of Hormuz Too Costly.
SocialMar 10, 2026

New Risk Factor Makes Strait of Hormuz Too Costly.

"There's another big reason why shipping companies and insurers aren't willing to risk the Strait of Hormuz" https://t.co/vQRVNaMtNL https://t.co/xPjkCzHB0U

By Scott Lincicome
Higher Shipping Costs Prompt Longer Delivery Incentives, Works
SocialMar 10, 2026

Higher Shipping Costs Prompt Longer Delivery Incentives, Works

With shipping costs on the rise, e-commerce companies like Amazon and Gap are incentivizing consumers to wait longer for packages. It’s working. https://t.co/wjlNTZ282g via @WSJ

By Cathy Morrow Roberson
Waymo Robotaxis Burden San Francisco with Hidden Costs
SocialMar 10, 2026

Waymo Robotaxis Burden San Francisco with Hidden Costs

Uncovered records reveal the hidden costs of Waymo robotaxis on San Francisco streets https://t.co/4a5xP3IMq9 via @fastcompany

By Tom Pick
Flatbed Spot Rates Surge; Reefer, Van Stabilize Near Peaks
SocialMar 10, 2026

Flatbed Spot Rates Surge; Reefer, Van Stabilize Near Peaks

Flatbed spot rates continue to surge with no sign of slowing, while reefer and van catch their breath near cycle highs https://t.co/NAcnZUr2rv

By Craig Fuller
Singapore Logistics Costs May Jump 50% Amid Middle East Tensions
SocialMar 10, 2026

Singapore Logistics Costs May Jump 50% Amid Middle East Tensions

Singapore logistics firms could face 50% cost surge as Middle East cargo stalls amid tensions https://t.co/lsmWGoECEs

By Cathy Morrow Roberson
US Retail Container Imports Set to Decline Amid Tariff Uncertainty
SocialMar 10, 2026

US Retail Container Imports Set to Decline Amid Tariff Uncertainty

U.S.-bound retail container import volumes are expected to see annual declines over the first half of the year, due to ongoing tariff-driven uncertainty & potentially the Iran conflict according to the latest Global Port Tracker report. https://t.co/hASNRjFabC

By Cathy Morrow Roberson
Earn Lifetime Executive Platinum with AAdvantage Million Miler
SocialMar 10, 2026

Earn Lifetime Executive Platinum with AAdvantage Million Miler

American AAdvantage offers a million miler program, which can earn you up to Executive Platinum status for life. Here's everything to know about how this program works. https://t.co/Opg7F2rQle

By Ben Schlappig
Diesel Prices Jump yet Remain Below COVID Highs
SocialMar 10, 2026

Diesel Prices Jump yet Remain Below COVID Highs

Diesel prices have surged, but still far lower than the peaks set during COVID https://t.co/WJoutp3QcO

By Craig Fuller
Flatbed Rejection Hits Record 48.74%, Boosting Industry
SocialMar 10, 2026

Flatbed Rejection Hits Record 48.74%, Boosting Industry

Flatbed rejection rates go hyperbolic, at 48.74%, a new all time high. This is a sign of further strengthening of the industrial economy. https://t.co/PTalyYhFiO

By Craig Fuller
UPS Fails to Deliver Correctly and Offers No Human Help
SocialMar 10, 2026

UPS Fails to Deliver Correctly and Offers No Human Help

Dear @UPS you keep trying to deliver a parcel to the wrong address, and it is impossible (a) to reply to any of your emails, or (b) speak to a human being. Can you please advise me by DM how...

By Anil Seth, DPhil
American Airlines Extends Doha, Tel Aviv Suspensions Amid Iran Attacks
SocialMar 10, 2026

American Airlines Extends Doha, Tel Aviv Suspensions Amid Iran Attacks

American Airlines Extends Doha and Tel Aviv Suspensions — As Iran’s Attacks Keep Middle East Skies Largely Closed - View from the Wing https://t.co/QZGSE7F4zo

By Gary Leff
Free Airbus Lecture: Tom Williams Shares Aviation Journey
SocialMar 10, 2026

Free Airbus Lecture: Tom Williams Shares Aviation Journey

Free #aviation lecture, RAeS Prestwick Branch, 10 March - McIntyre Lecture: @Airbus – my exciting journey - Tom Williams CBE FRAeS #avgeek https://t.co/OzLtWuyfmr https://t.co/uOfOFIBdtZ

By Tim Robinson
Free Lecture Explores Avro Heritage in Sheffield
SocialMar 10, 2026

Free Lecture Explores Avro Heritage in Sheffield

Free #aviation lecture, RAeS Sheffield Branch, 10 March, 'Avro Heritage - The story so far' #avgeek https://t.co/EyF9HvVDbZ https://t.co/3n4Mg38bVW

By Tim Robinson
Birmingham Airport’s Efficiency Returns on First Flight
SocialMar 10, 2026

Birmingham Airport’s Efficiency Returns on First Flight

Another day... Another ✈️. First flight from @bhx_official in a long time. I must admit, it is regaining its lost efficiency... #traveldiaries🇳🇱 #worktravels https://t.co/lm7b9Eldao

By Siddartha Khastgir
Singapore's Road Deaths Surge: Daily Near‑Misses Warn
SocialMar 10, 2026

Singapore's Road Deaths Surge: Daily Near‑Misses Warn

Traffic deaths in Singapore just hit a 10-year high. 149 people lost their lives on the roads last year. When I read this news, it honestly didn’t surprise me. Because as a driver in Singapore, I worry about road safety more often than...

By Michelle Lee – Finance & Lifestyle