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The transition to cleaner shipping took a major step forward yesterday as the Long Beach Board of Harbor Commission approved a first–of-its kind $1 million incentive to support commercial scale methanol bunkering at the Port of Long Beach. TheClean Fuel Bunkering Challenge Incentive Awardis designed to help move the maritime sector away from conventional dirty fossil fuels and toward cleaner alternatives capable of reducing harmful air pollution, better protect public health and cut climate emissions that contribute to rising temperatures and extreme weather events. There are already more than 400 dual-fuel methanol vessels currently operating or on order globally and are expected to call at major ports such as Long Beach. However, many of these vessels continue to run on hazardous, health-harming conventional fuels due to the lack of available green methanol fuel infrastructure along the West Coast. “Frontline communities in Los Angeles and Long Beach suffer from some of the worst pollution in the nation,” saidCristhian Tapia-Delgado, Climate Campaigner for Southern California, Pacific Environment. “We applaud the Port of Long Beach for approving $1 million to move ocean shipping lines to clean bunkering, but we urge the Port to do everything possible to ensure the cleanest, safest and most sustainable alternative fuels are the ones that achieve long-term success at the Port.” The Port of Long Beach has long served as a national leader in deploying shore power infrastructure and advancing emissions-reduction technologies, and we must ensure this momentum continues as the next generation of cleaner vessels enters service. Achieving the Port of Long Beach’s goals of phasing out emissions from all seaport-related activities will require a large-scale transition to next-generation maritime fuels capable of achieving low- and near-zero greenhouse gas emissions. “We know there is no single, magic fuel solution today, but methanol is emerging as one of the leading fuel alternatives in the maritime industry, said Davina Hurt,Climate Policy Director for Pacific Environment.“As this transition moves forward, shippers and the port must ensure that robust safety precautions must be in place to protect port workers and surrounding communities. At the same time, we urge shipping companies and the Port of Long Beach to carefully choose the cleanest and safest fuel today, choosing any type of methanol is short-sighted. Not all methanol pathways are equal, and long-term investments should focus on truly green methanol solutions that deliver the strongest climate and public health benefits.” According to the ports’ own emission inventories,shipping remains the largest source of NOx emissionsat the San Pedro Bay ports. The San Pedro Bay port complex — handling roughly 40% of all containerized U.S. cargo — is the largest single source of air pollution in the metropolitan region. Port-adjacent, working-class communities of color (like West Long Beach, Wilmington, and San Pedro) experience significantly elevated rates of asthma and up to eight years lower life expectancy due to disproportionate exposure to diesel pollution. The Port of Long Beach must send a clear signal to the maritime industry that the world’s cleanest fleets are welcomed and supported here — This $1 million dollar investment, if implemented correctly, is the first place to start. “This incentive can help catalyze the next chapter of cleaner shipping and help accelerate the deployment of innovative ships and fuels that will define the maritime industry of the future,” Hurt added. ### Pacific Environment confronts our most urgent environmental issues by connecting local and global movements, catalyzing policy change and inspiring action for the benefit of people and our planet. Together, we promote a healthy climate, reduce pollution and conserve biodiversity for an equitable and thriving future.

Secondo il Dipartimento di Giustizia Usa, il carico di narcotici era destinato a un cartello della droga messicano Le autorità degli Stati Uniti hanno arrestato un cittadino filippino, il 43enne Ceasar Tubay Gelacio Jr., con l’accusa di aver trasportato 227 chilogrammi di cocaina a bordo di una petroliera proveniente dall’Ecuador e diretta a El Segundo, in California. Secondo il Dipartimento di Giustizia Usa, il carico di narcotici era destinato a un cartello della droga messicano. L’uomo è stato bloccato dopo che i membri dell’equipaggio della Aquatravesia– nave di proprietà greca e battente bandiera liberiana – hanno scoperto numerosi pacchi sospetti nascosti nel locale dei rifiuti, poi messi in sicurezza dal comandante. Quest’ultimo ha inoltre riferito di aver ricevuto minacce via radio da membri armati del cartello messicano, pronti ad assaltare la nave in mare aperto se la droga non fosse stata consegnata. Allertate dalle segnalazioni, le forze dell’ordine statunitensi hanno scortato la petroliera fino al porto di Los Angeles-Long Beach, dove sono salite a bordo sequestrando il carico di cocaina. Gelacio, che rischia da un minimo di 10 anni di carcere fino all’ergastolo, avrebbe imbarcato la sostanza in Ecuador con l’obiettivo di scaricarla al largo delle coste del Messico. Le indagini sono condotte dalla Homeland Security e dalla Guardia Costiera Usa.

(Da sinistra: Alisa Kreynes, Heidi Leander Neilson, Anita Leirvik North, Mete Coban MBE, Erick Martell, Siân Foster, Patrick Verhoeven; foto courtesy IAPH) Occorre una forte sensibilizzazione comunitaria e dialogo tra città e porti Londra. IAPH e C40 Cities hanno fornito una piattaforma alle città portuali per presentare i loro ambiziosi piani d’azione climatica marittima ai delegati degli Stati membri dell’IMO, durante la MEPC 84 presso la sede IMO a Londra questa settimana. Città e porti sono impegnati a realizzare il passaggio all’energia pulita e ai carburanti per il trasporto marittimo, cercando di coinvolgere lavoratori e comunità locali per generare posti di lavoro verdi; questo è stato il messaggio trasmesso all’IMO dai rappresentanti di Londra, Oslo e Los Angeles durante una reception post-MEPC organizzata da IAPH e C40 Cities. La piattaforma dal titolo “Le città portuali che guidano una decarbonizzazione marittima giusta ed equa”, è stata prima presentata lo scorso 26 aprile; mentre le osservazioni finali sono state tenute da Siân Foster, Direttrice degli Affari Aziendali presso la Port of London Authority (PLA). L’evento è stato condotto da Alisa Kreynes, Direttrice Porti e Navigazione di C40 Cities, e da Patrick Verhoeven, Amministratore Delegato dell’International Association of Ports and Harbors. I rappresentanti della città portuale hanno approfondito una vasta gamma di misure tra città e porto, dall’utilizzo di partnership multilivello e trasversali della catena del valore all’elettrizzazione delle operazioni portuali, agli investimenti nelle infrastrutture per carburanti puliti e alla promozione di programmi di sviluppo della forza lavoro. A seguito dell’aggiornamento di una decisione sul Quadro Zero Net dell’IMO, gli Stati membri stanno determinando come l’industria globale del trasporto marittimo procederà nell’affrontare le emissioni di gas serra e l’inquinamento marino. Patrick Verhoeven, Amministratore Delegato dell’International Association of Ports and Harbors (IAPH), ha dichiarato: “La sostenibilità e la decarbonizzazione marittima sono di interesse critico per le città portuali e le comunità. Per i porti membri IAPH situati in o vicino a città e aree urbane – o di proprietà di città – la licenza per operare e crescere dipende in larga misura dal sostegno e dall’adesione delle comunità locali. L’IAPH ha lavorato costantemente per promuovere le relazioni tra porti e città attraverso il tema Community Building del World Ports Sustainability Program e continueremo a promuovere questo lavoro. In C40 Cities vediamo una rete globale di Sindaci che guidano l’azione climatica; questo evento ha dimostrato che tali ambizioni possono allinearsi agli obiettivi regolatori dell’IMO”. Il Vicesindaco di Londra per l’Ambiente e l’Energia, Mete Coban MBE, ha dichiarato: “In quanto città natale dell’IMO, Londra è lieta di unirsi ai leader locali IMO per mettere in luce la leadership climatica. Le città sono in prima linea nella crisi climatica ed è essenziale che lavoriamo insieme per affrontarla. Ridurre le emissioni di gas serra attraverso il trasporto marittimo è fondamentale e qualcosa che dobbiamo dare priorità mentre continuiamo a costruire una Londra più verde e migliore per tutti”. La Vicesindaca di Oslo per lo Sviluppo Urbano, Anita Leirvik North, ha dichiarato: “La strategia climatica di Oslo allinea gli obiettivi climatici del comune e del porto. Questa collaborazione congiunta ha portato al piano portuale a zero emissioni, che sta ampliando l’alimentazione a terra e elettrificando le attrezzature per la movimentazione del carico e il trasporto terrestre. Il principale bilancio climatico della città sta anche traducendo gli obiettivi climatici in risultati misurabili. Si tratta di creare posti di lavoro verdi e costruire una città più resiliente per tutti”. Alisa Kreynes, Direttrice dei Porti e della Navigazione di C40, ha dichiarato: “Le città portuali non stanno solo affrontando la crisi climatica, ma stanno anche fungendo da nodi principali del commercio globale. Oggi, Londra, Oslo e Los Angeles portano una nuova e vitale dimensione al lavoro dell’IMO – illustrando come le soluzioni climatiche possano proteggere congiuntamente le comunità locali, ridurre le emissioni e migliorare le catene di approvvigionamento. Le linee guida di attuazione dell’IMO devono ora seguire questa stessa ambizione”. L’IAPH – Associazione Internazionale dei Porti e degli Harbors – fondata nel 1955, si è sviluppata in un’alleanza globale di 206 Autorità portuali e 177 imprese legate ai porti. Composti da oltre 94 diverse nazionalità nei continenti del mondo, i porti membri gestiscono oltre un terzo del commercio marittimo mondiale e ben oltre il 60% del traffico mondiale di container. IAPH guida iniziative globali dell’industria portuale su decarbonizzazione e transizione energetica, gestione del rischio e resilienza, e accelerazione della digitalizzazione nella catena del trasporto marittimo. Il Programma Mondiale per la Sostenibilità dei Porti dell’IAPH è diventato il database di riferimento delle migliori pratiche dei porti che applicano gli Obiettivi di Sviluppo Sostenibile delle Nazioni Unite e li integrano nelle loro attività – iaphworldports.org. C40 Cities è una rete di quasi 100 Sindaci delle principali città del mondo che lavorano per attuare l’azione urgente necessaria in questo momento per affrontare la crisi climatica e creare un futuro in cui tutti, ovunque, possano prosperare. I Sindaci delle città del C40 sono impegnati a utilizzare un approccio basato sulla scienza e focalizzato sulle persone per limitare il riscaldamento globale in linea con l’Accordo di Parigi e costruire comunità sane, eque e resilienti. Abele Carruezzo

DIAMOND BAR, CA - The South Coast Air Quality Management District (AQMD) is now working with Volvo, Capstone Turbine Corp. and Kenworth Truck Co. on a new commercial hybrid truck project. DIAMOND BAR, CA- The South Coast Air Quality Management District (AQMD) is now working with Volvo, Capstone Turbine Corp. and Kenworth Truck Co. on a new commercial hybrid truck project. In November, AQMD approved $1.56 million to develop and demonstrate two hybrid trucks in partnership with the truck manufacturers. "Today's goods movement of cargo from the ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach to destinations across the country is powered by highly polluting diesel-fueled trucks and trains," said William A. Burke, AQMD's governing board chairman. "This demonstration project is one step along the path toward creating a zero-polluting goods movement system that will improve the health of millions of Southland residents." Under the project, Volvo will build and demonstrate a plug-in hybrid big rig truck that will rely on a rechargeable battery for part of its power. In addition to battery power, the truck will use a smaller and cleaner diesel engine than is typically found in today's diesel trucks. Also under the project, Capstone Turbine and Kenworth Truck will build and demonstrate a hybrid electric truck. Similar to today's plug-in hybrid cars such as the Chevrolet Volt, the truck will be capable of driving up to 10 miles on a battery charge, resulting in zero-emissions. When the battery charge is depleted, the truck will get its power from an onboard microturbine. Microturbines are highly efficient at burning fuel -- in this case diesel -- to produce electricity. The microturbines' emissions are expected to be four times lower than the 2010 standard for new diesel engines. In other action, AQMD also recently approved a demonstration program for a Ford Crown Victoria police patrol vehicle fueled by compressed natural gas (CNG.) Police vehicles powered by CNG are already in use in Southern California by the city of Redlands and the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department. The city of South Pasadena also has plans for CNG vehicles. Extensive testing by the L.A. Sheriff's Department has shown that CNG Crown Victorias can match the performance of their gasoline counterparts in most respects. AQMD is the air pollution control agency for California's Orange County and major portions of Los Angeles, San Bernardino and Riverside counties. Epic Charging has acquired Bluedot Technologies, expanding EV fleet charging access to more than 80% of U.S. public charging networks. CALSTART’s interactive National Medium- and Heavy-Duty Zero-Emission Infrastructure Map now locates approximately 1,500 ports at 162 total public, semi-public, and shared electric vehicle (EV) charging and hydrogen refueling facilities for Class 2b-8 trucks. Mack Trucks has expanded its comprehensive Turnkey Solutions program for Mack battery-electric vehicle customers with the addition of two new full-service providers, ABM and Lane Valente Industries. EV Realty’s San Bernardino Powered Properties’ truck charging hub, which has now opened, can serve over 200 medium- and heavy-duty trucks per day. WEX unveiled its EV At-Home with Vehicle Fraud Protection, which ensures accurate and secure reimbursement for at-home charging. Toyota intends to join Daimler Truck and Volvo Group as an equal shareholder in Cellcentric. All three shareholders intend to further strengthen Cellcentric as a leading manufacturer of fuel cell systems for heavy-duty commercial applications. Volvo Penta and Volvo Financial Services (VFS) have partnered to support one of Northern Europe's largest shipping and logistics companies in its ambition to transition to electric terminal tractors. PacLease in Dallas, Texas, received a Clean Cities Award from the Dallas-Fort Worth Clean Cities Coalition. PacLease invested in two fast-charging pedestals, one located in Dallas and the other at its sister location in Grand Prairie. More than 1,100 Workhorse trucks, buses, and shuttles have displaced the use of 2.3 million gallons of gas and prevented the emissions of 45 million pounds of CO2. Those vehicles have amassed more than 20 million miles combined. Greenlane's security controls were independently verified as operating effectively across a nearly year-long audit period. Achieving both SOC 1 and SOC 2 Type 2 compliance demonstrates that Greenlane meets the data security standards enterprise fleet operators require from a charging partner.

posted by AJOT|May 22 2026at 01:09 PM |Ports & Terminals The Port of Long Beach has named Ramon Garcia to lead the Harbor Department’s Human Resources Division.The Human Resources Division, part of the Port’s newly created Organizational Effectiveness Bureau, administers employment for the Harbor Department, serving a diverse skilled workforce of 600 employees.Garcia brings more than a decade of experience in human resources. Before joining the Port in July 2024 as the Assistant Director of Human Resources, Garcia worked for the City of Long Beach Department of Human Resources, where he oversaw Equal Employment Opportunity operations, workplace investigations, ADA-related matters, harassment prevention efforts and compliance with federal and state requirements.Prior to his public sector career, Garcia worked in the private sector supporting training and leadership development initiatives, including management training, onboarding, workforce readiness and employee development programs.In the Port’s assistant director role, Garcia provided strategic and operational leadership for talent acquisition, employee relations and employee experience and development, oversaw 17 HR professionals and supported day-to-day operations across a 32-member division.He also managed a $9.3 million operating budget, established division priorities and worked closely with leadership to strengthen workforce planning, improve service delivery and advance organizational effectiveness.Garcia succeeds Khristina Jason, who was promoted in March to lead the Port’s Organizational Effectiveness Bureau, overseeing the Port’s human capital strategies and providing services for about 600 employees in the City of Long Beach Harbor Department.Garcia earned a bachelor’s degree in business administration from California State University, Los Angeles, and certifications with the Association of Workplace Investigators, the Public Sector Human Resources Association and the International Association of Maritime and Port Executives. He is bilingual in English and Spanish.Garcia’s appointment was effective May 16.The Port of Long Beach is building the Port of the Future, guided by its bold new 2050 vision and a plan to double current container volumes to 20 million annually by 2050. By strategically modernizing the Port’s infrastructure with $3.3 billion in capital investments over the next decade and developing digital systems to dramatically enhance efficiency and visibility, the Port is also becoming the world’s first zero-emissions port. Today the Port moves cargo valued at $300 billion a year and generates 2.7 million jobs across the U.S., as it continues to lead the world on sustainability programs and plans to double those benefits by doubling volume. As one of only 18 commercial strategic seaports in the U.S. with a duty to support force deployment during national defense emergencies, a community partner that offers $3 million per year in sponsorships for local nonprofits and a major catalyst for workforce development creating opportunities for students far and wide, the Port is well-positioned for even higher achievements. After all, industry leaders named Long Beach “The Best West Coast Seaport in North America” for a seventh consecutive year and “The Best Green Seaport” in 2025. The Port of Long Beach. Always open. Always moving.

Green Shipping by Dr. Noel Hacegaba, CEO, Port of Long Beach14 hours ago Hacegaba says “teamwork makes the dream work” for offshore wind power Good morning, and welcome to Long Beach. Chair Hochschild, thank you for your kind remarks, and thank you for the leadership the California Energy Commission continues to provide in advancing California’s clean energy future. The CEC has been an important partner to California’s ports and to the broader zero-emissions transition, and we are grateful for it. To everyone in this room: public officials, developers, labor leaders, tribal partners, environmental advocates, engineers, port colleagues, and the many partners who have traveled here from up and down the coast and across the country — welcome. You are exactly the people who can move this from vision to reality, and I am honored that you are starting your week with us. Long Beach is a gateway. For more than a century, we have been the place where ships meet shore,and the global economy meets American workers. But today, more than ever, we are also a gateway to the future, to a cleaner, more secure, more prosperous energy future for California and for the country. That is why this summit matters. And it is why the conversation we are having this week could not be more timely. This is a pivotal moment for energy. Rising fuel costs are sharpening the case for domestically produced power and for energy independence. A few weeks ago, the last oil tanker to depart the Middle East before the start of the Iran conflict arrived right here at the Port of Long Beach. The California Energy Commission says that the current and projected inventory is only sufficient for about six weeks of demand under normal operating conditions. Meanwhile, demand is climbing, from electrification, to domestic manufacturing, to digitization and the rise of AI and data storage. The grid we built for the last century cannot carry us through the next. This is renewable energy's moment. And at the Port of Long Beach, we are not waiting. We are investing. We are building. We are partnering. We are turning this moment into momentum. You see the expansion of our clean technology portfolio across our operations. Zero-emissions cargo-handling equipment in our terminals. Clean shipping corridors taking shape with our partners across the Pacific, like Shanghai and our renewed Green and Digital Shipping Corridor agreement with the Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore and the Port of Los Angeles. Truck programs moving drayage off diesel. And now, new partnerships like the world’s first port-powered Green Truck Corridor, which connects the heart of the nation’s agriculture production in California’s Central Valley – an industry valued at $40 billion dollars – to its largest port complex. We are not just adapting to the future. We are building thePort of the Future, today. That ambition is anchored in our 2050 Vision, a roadmap to double our container volumes to 20 million units a year while becoming the world's first zero-emissions port. To get there, we are committing $3.3 billion in capital investments over the next decade. We are modernizing infrastructure. We are deploying digital systems that will dramatically improve efficiency and visibility. And we are doing all of it without losing what has made Long Beach great in the first place, a deep partnership with our workers, our neighbors, and our region. Today, this Port moves cargo valued at $300 billion a year and supports 2.7 million American jobs. Industry leaders have named Long Beach the Best West Coast Seaport in North America for seven years running, and the Best Green Seaport in 2025. We are one of only eighteen commercial strategic seaports in the country with a duty to support national defense. We invest $3 million a year in our community sponsorship program, which helps to support local nonprofits while also educating the public about Port projects and programs. And with our workforce development efforts, we are nurturing the next generation of port workers; students from this region and beyond who will build the careers of tomorrow. The next chapter of that story is about building the infrastructure, partnerships and technology needed for the future. California’s offshore wind goals cannot be achieved without world-class infrastructure, strong public-private partnerships, and a coordinated supply chain. Ports will have an important role to play in that future, just as we have an important role to play today in advancing cleaner goods movement, cleaner equipment, cleaner fuels and cleaner freight corridors. At the Port of Long Beach, we see all of this as connected. Offshore wind, zero-emissions cargo-handling equipment, electric and hydrogen-powered transportation, green shipping corridors and cleaner inland freight movement are all part of the same long-term ambition for clean air -- and a thriving state economy. That transition requires more than one project or one technology. It requires collaboration across government, industry, labor, communities, and the private sector. It requires investment. It requires patience. And it requires ports to continue doing what we have always done: connect people, markets, infrastructure, and opportunity. Because here is the bigger picture. The clean energy transition is not only an environmental story. It is an economic story. It will create opportunities in manufacturing, logistics, construction, engineering, maritime operations, and workforce development. It will help meet rising energy demand from electrification, data centers, artificial intelligence and domestic manufacturing. And it will strengthen our grid and our national security by reducing dependence on imported fuels and volatile global markets. These are jobs that cannot be outsourced. They are rooted in place. They are rooted in our community. The Port of Long Beach has always been an engine driving working-class opportunity--—and the zero-emissions transition gives us the chance to write that next chapter, with union labor, local hiring and real investment in workforce training. At a time of global energy volatility, offshore wind is not just a climate strategy. It is a national security strategy. And the world is watching to see what California does next. What we do next will be decided, in large part, by the conversations that happen in rooms like this one. So my charge to all of you is simple. Use this summit. Push each other. Solve hard problems together. The policymakers in this room, the developers, the labor leaders, the tribes, the environmental partners, the port colleagues and the clean energy innovators; none of us can do this alone. But together, we can. Teamwork makes the dream work. At the Port of Long Beach, we are not waiting for the future of clean energy. We are building it. And we are grateful to be building it alongside all of you. © Copyright 1999–2026 American Journal of Transportation. All Rights Reserved

Associate News Editor Air quality alerts are in place across large parts of southern California through Thursday, as a combination of wildfire smoke and ozone pollution pushes air conditions into unhealthy ranges. TheNational Weather Service(NWS) warns that the impacts could be serious—especially for vulnerable groups—and are urging residents to take immediate precautions to protect their health. Air quality alerts tied to smoke from multiple active wildfires have been issued across Southern California, spanning much of the Greater Los Angeles region, including: The wildfire smoke is increasing concentrations of fine particle pollution (PM2.5). This is especially dangerous because such particles can travel deep into the lungs and enter the bloodstream. The NWS has issued air quality alerts until Thursday evening, warning that smoke conditions can shift rapidly depending on fire behavior and wind patterns. A separate air quality alert has been triggered by elevated ground-level ozone (smog), which forms when heat, sunlight, and emissions from vehicles and industry interact. Ozone levels tend to peak in the afternoon and early evening, when sunlight-driven chemical reactions are strongest. The area most affected by elevated ozone levels is the Imperial Valley, including the cities of El Centro, Calexico, and Brawley. The alert is in effect from late Thursday morning through to the evening, when smog concentrations are typically highest. Whether residents are facing wildfire smoke or increased levels of ozone pollution, the NWS advises everyone in affected areas to take steps to reduce their exposure to the polluted air by: Both wildfire smoke (PM2.5) and ozone pollution pose serious health risks. PM2.5 particles are so small—less than 2.5 micrometers in size, which is smaller than a strand of hair—they can be unknowingly inhaled, penetrating deep into the lungs and sometimes even the bloodstream, causing inflammation and triggering heart and lung issues. Ozone pollution irritates the airways, reduces lung function, and can worsen asthma and other chronic lung conditions. In both cases, short-term exposure can lead to: More severe outcomes include: According to health officials, those most at risk during poor air quality conditions include: Even healthy individuals can experience symptoms during high pollution events, particularly during wildfire smoke episodes. Air quality varies widely across the United States, shaped by geography, weather and pollution sources. Many of the worst-performing areas are in California’s Central Valley and southernCaliforniabasins, where geography traps pollution and prevents it from dispersing. Wildfires are increasingly reshaping rankings across the western U.S., pushing typically moderate areas into unhealthy ranges during fire season. For now, officials stress vigilance. Monitoring local air quality updates, limiting exposure to the polluted air, and taking proactive steps indoors to keep the air clear can significantly reduce health risks—particularly for the most vulnerable.

Il Drewry World Container Index sale del 12% nella settimana del 14 maggio 2026 tra crisi nel Mar Rosso, rincari energetici e tagli di capacità Bruxelles – Il mercato del trasporto container sta vivendo una nuova fase di forte tensione tariffaria. Nella settimana del 14 maggio 2026 il Drewry World Container Index è salito del 12%, raggiungendo i 2.553 dollari per container da 40 piedi. A trainare l’aumento sono soprattutto le rotte in uscita dall’Asia verso Europa e Stati Uniti, mentre i collegamenti transatlantici e le tratte di ritorno mostrano variazioni molto più contenute. L’incremento più marcato riguarda la direttrice Shanghai-Genova, dove i noli hanno raggiunto i 3.701 dollari per feu con un rialzo del 20% in soli sette giorni. Crescono anche le rotte verso Rotterdam e la costa orientale americana: Shanghai-Rotterdam è salita a 2.413 dollari (+11%), mentre Shanghai-New York ha toccato i 4.252 dollari (+14%). Più moderato, ma comunque significativo, l’aumento sulla Shanghai-Los Angeles, arrivata a 3.357 dollari (+10%). Secondo gli analisti, alla base della fiammata dei prezzi ci sono sia fattori strutturali sia tensioni geopolitiche. Le compagnie marittime stanno applicando in modo aggressivo supplementi tariffari legati al carburante, alla stagione di picco e agli aumenti generalizzati dei noli. Parallelamente, molti vettori stanno riducendo la capacità disponibile attraverso cancellazioni di partenze, i cosiddetti “blank sailing”, con l’obiettivo di sostenere ulteriormente le tariffe. Sul fronte della domanda, numerose aziende stanno anticipando le prenotazioni rispetto ai tradizionali picchi estivi. Le tensioni nel Mar Rosso e attorno allo Stretto di Hormuz, insieme all’instabilità geopolitica in Medio Oriente, stanno infatti spingendo molte navi a evitare il Canale di Suez e a circumnavigare l’Africa passando dal Capo di Buona Speranza. Una scelta che allunga i tempi di navigazione e riduce la capacità effettivamente disponibile sul mercato. I dati evidenziano inoltre un forte squilibrio tra le rotte di export asiatico e quelle di ritorno. Mentre i collegamenti dalla Cina verso Europa e Stati Uniti registrano forti rialzi, le tratte inverse restano quasi ferme. La rotta Los Angeles-Shanghai, ad esempio, si mantiene sotto gli 800 dollari senza variazioni settimanali significative, confermando che la pressione della domanda si concentra quasi esclusivamente sull’export cinese verso i mercati occidentali. Secondo le previsioni di Drewry, i noli potrebbero continuare a crescere nelle prossime settimane, sostenuti dall’aumento dei costi energetici e dall’incertezza geopolitica. Per le aziende che dipendono dalle importazioni asiatiche, il quadro impone una revisione dei budget logistici e delle strategie di approvvigionamento. Il rischio di ritardi e di container lasciati a terra per mancanza di spazio resta infatti elevato sia sulle rotte Asia-Europa sia su quelle transpacifiche.

I noli per il trasporto via mare di container dalla Cina all’Italia, cresciuti modestamente nelle ultime settimane nonostante la crisi mediorientale, sono schizzati verso l’alto negli ultimi sette giorni, registrando un aumento del 20% che li ha spinti a quota 3.701 dollari per un box da 40 piedi per la tratta Shanghai – Genova (il 35% in più rispetto a un anno fa). Più limitato, ma comunque a doppia cifra (+11%), l’incremento registrato sulla Shanghai – Rotterdam, dove il costo della spedizione ha toccato i 2.413 dollari (+19% sullo stesso periodo del 2025). Lo rivelano gli ultimi dati diffusi da Drewry con il suo Container Index settimanale. In particolare rispetto al corridoio Asia- Europa, la società di analisi ha detto di attendersi una peak season anticipata dato che alti livelli di prenotazioni, spazio in stiva più contratto e le disruption relative al conflitto in Medio Oriente “stanno spingendo i caricatori a spostare le merci prima del solito”. Con la ripresa della domanda, gli analisti hanno aggiunto di aspettarsi ulteriori incrementi nelle prossime settimane. Non è stato molto diverso l’andamento sulle tratte transpacifiche in uscita dalla Cina, dove hanno prodotto i loro effetti gli Emergency Fuel Surcharges (Efs) e i Peak Season Surcharges (Pss) introdotti dai carrier. In particolare sulla Shanghai – Los Angeles l’aumento è stato del 10% a 3.357 dollari, mentre dal porto cinese verso New York questo è stato del 14% a 4.252 dollari. Si tratta dell’importo più alto toccato per singola tratta nell’ultima settimana, ma è da notare che su questo corridoio il costo è ad oggi ancora inferiore (-2%) a quello raggiunto un anno fa. Sostanzialmente stabili, in leggero aumento, infine le tratte transatlantiche: la Rotterdam – New York registra un incremento del costo delle spedizioni del 2% a 2.388 dollari, mentre quella in direzione inversa sale dell’1% a 1.030 dollari. Nel complesso, dati anche alcuni contenuti incrementi sulle tratte di backhaul, l’indice composito di Drewry rileva per l’ultima settimana una crescita media dei noli del 12% a un valore finale d2.553 dollari. ISCRIVITI ALLA NEWSLETTER QUOTIDIANA GRATUITA DI SHIPPING ITALY SHIPPING ITALY E’ ANCHE SU WHATSAPP: BASTA CLICCARE QUI PER ISCRIVERSI AL CANALE ED ESSERE SEMPRE AGGIORNATI

Executives from the Port of Long Beach and two companies signed an agreement Monday to commit to establishing the port’s first green truck corridor. The goal is to accelerate the transition to a zero-emission supply chain. Executives from Lincoln Transportation Services and Wonderful Real Estate Development were on hand for the official signing of the memorandum of understanding. The corridor is designed to promote zero-emission goods movement between Long Beach and the Central Valley. It is expected to accelerate the port’s zero-emission goals and create a new model for sustainable logistics. The ceremony took place at the port’s maintenance facility. Those in attendance included port CEO Noel Hacegaba, Jose Cardenas, CEO of Lincoln Transportation Services, and Joe Vargas, president of Wonderful Real Estate Development. On site were a Tesla Semi and Voltz electric truck, the two models Lincoln plans to use along the corridor. Long Beach Mayor Rex Richardson and harbor commission President Frank Colonna also attended. The Port of Long Beach, along with the neighboring Port of Los Angeles, has spent years investing in ways to become more environmentally friendly. Last year, for example, was the port’s 20th anniversary of its green port policy. During his State of the Port address earlier this year, Hacegaba pledged a continued push — in partnership with the Port of L.A. — toward an environmentally clean future. During that address, Hacegaba listed projects that will increase the port’s capacity but will be environmentally clean in a push to make the Port of Long Beach the world’s first zero-emission port by 2050.

Arriva nelle Marche "Eva", un film di Emanuela Rossi, un thriller psicologico che scuote le coscienze e lancia un appello alla società civile. Nel mese di maggio, in molti cinema marchigiani, durante la proiezione sarà presente anche a regista. Le date Fermo: Sala degli Artisti mercoledì 13 maggio ore 21.00 (Q&A) Macerata: Multiplex 2000 giovedì 14 maggio ore 21.00 (Q&A) Civitanova M.: Cinema C.T. Cecchetti venerdì 15 maggio ore 21.15 (Q&A) Ascoli Piceno: Cinema Odeon lunedì 18 maggio ore 20.30 (Q&A) Ancona: Cinema Azzurro martedì 19 maggio ore 21.00 (Q&A) Numana: Cinema Arena Italia mercoledì 20 maggio ore 21.00 (Q&A) Senigallia: Cinema Gabbiano giovedì 21 maggio ore 21.15 (Q&A) Pesaro: Cinema Solaris giovedì 21 maggio ore 20.30 (saluto in sala) Fano: Cinema Masetti giovedì 21 maggio ore 21.15 (saluto in sala) EVA Dopo la presentazione in concorso al Torino Film Festival e la selezione al Los Angeles Italia Film Festival 2026 (8–14 marzo), EVA, opera seconda di Emanuela Rossi, è arrivata nelle sale italiane il 21 aprile 2026 con Courier Film e prosegue il suo tour nelle sale italiane. Interpretato da Carol Duarte, Edoardo Pesce, Tommaso Zoppi, Giordano De Plano e Roberta Mattei, con la partecipazione straordinaria di Antonio Gerardi e prodotto da Courier Film in collaborazione con Tarpini Production e con Nicolò Forte come produttore esecutivo, il film è stato realizzato con il contributo del Fondo per lo Sviluppo e la Coesione (FSC) 2021-2027 - Umbria Film Fund 2022 e ha ottenuto il contributo selettivo dal Mic. Le domande EVA è un thriller psicologico e provocatorio che intreccia dramma individuale e crisi esistenziale e ambientale, trasformando la narrazione cinematografica in un’esperienza di riflessione civile: “Esiste nel mondo un posto sicuro per i nostri bambini?”. La comunità mondiale e le istituzioni non possono ancora distrarsi dal trovare questa risposta e dal costruire prospettive di futuro per tutti i bambini del mondo? Un film che accende il dibattito L’uscita del film EVA diventa così un progetto di sensibilizzazione per la Pace e la ricerca di una condizione esistenziale e ambientale “possibile” contro l’attuale situazione insostenibile per le persone e per il Pianeta. Il film denuncia di Emanuela Rossi, diventa pertanto un progetto sociale che attraverso una strategia di comunicazione condivisa, coinvolge associazioni internazionali, medici, ambientalisti, impegnati nella difesa della vita e dei diritti umani universali. Un film che accende il dibattito. Thriller psicologico e fuori dagli schemi, EVA sceglie infatti di toccare un tema delicato e urgente: i bambini, il loro futuro, la responsabilità degli adulti in un mondo segnato da guerre, inquinamento, cambiamento climatico e modelli produttivi ad alto impatto. La trama Eva (Carol Duarte) è una donna enigmatica che vive ai margini della società, immersa in una natura potente e primordiale. Il suo corpo si fonde con il paesaggio umbro: dorme all’aperto, attraversa boschi, cerca sempre il contatto con l’acqua, ascolta una voce interiore che sembra guidarla verso una missione precisa. La riflessione Questa missione riguarda i bambini. E riguarda le api. Simboli della continuità della vita e della sua estrema vulnerabilità. Eva è convinta di doverli salvare da un pericolo imminente e irreversibile, legato a un mondo contaminato da veleni, pesticidi, aria e acqua compromesse. Ma il modo in cui intende farlo è radicale, disturbante, non ortodosso. L’incontro con Nicola (Tommaso Zoppi), un bambino che vive con il padre Giacomo (Edoardo Pesce) in un casale isolato e apparentemente idilliaco, incrina le sue certezze. Per un momento Eva sembra arrestare il proprio impulso. Tuttavia, visioni, segni e accadimenti inspiegabili la spingono a proseguire la sua missione, in un crescendo di tensione che oscilla tra realtà e dimensione metafisica. Sospeso tra thriller psicologico e racconto mitologico contemporaneo, EVA mette lo spettatore di fronte a una domanda scomoda: in un mondo che espone quotidianamente i bambini a guerre, inquinamento e cambiamento climatico, dove finisce la follia individuale e dove inizia la responsabilità collettiva? L'anteprima In occasione dell’uscita del film è stata attivata una rete di collaborazione con associazioni impegnate nella tutela della salute ambientale. All’anteprima romana, che si è tenuta il 20 aprile al Cinema Troisi alle 21.15, hanno partecipato alcune tra le principali realtà associative impegnate sui temi della salute, dell’ambientale, dei diritti umani e della tutela della biodiversità. La partecipazione delle associazioni rientra in un’azione di comunicazione condivisa finalizzata a promuovere al grande pubblico attraverso il linguaggio cinematografico tematiche di importanza rilevante riguardanti la salute, l’ambiente, la tutela della biodiversità allo scopo di preservare il futuro delle nuove generazioni. L’iniziativa è coordinata da Rossana Danile, che ha promosso il coinvolgimento delle associazioni partner e curerà, in collaborazione con Cinema Company, l’organizzazione di ulteriori proiezioni speciali nelle diverse regioni italiane con la partecipazione in sala della regista Emanuela Rossi e i referenti locali delle diverse associazioni coinvolte. Il significato Le associazioni hanno riconosciuto nel film un potente veicolo di sensibilizzazione sui temi della salute, della sicurezza ambientale, delle malattie legate all’inquinamento e della tutela della biodiversità. “Ogni giorno affrontiamo drammi causati dai veleni nell’ambiente. Eva è una metafora: scuote le coscienze”, affermano i medici di ISDE Italia. Il simbolismo dell'uscita L’uscita di EVA si colloca in un arco temporale altamente simbolico che comprende il 22 aprile Earth Day e il 20 maggio Giornata Mondiale delle Api. Dal 21 aprile 2026 e per tutto il mese di maggio, il film sarà accompagnato da proiezioni speciali con dibattiti, alla presenza della regista e, ove possibile, del cast, insieme a medici, ricercatori, attivisti e rappresentanti delle associazioni partner. EVA attiva un percorso culturale che attraversa le diverse regioni per oltre un mese, mettendo in dialogo arte, coscienza e azione.

Le rotte verso gli Stati Uniti trainano il rialzo, mentre Asia-Europa resta debole Bruxelles – Il mercato del trasporto marittimo containerizzato mostra segnali di ripresa sulle rotte transpacifiche. Nella prima settimana di maggio 2026 l’indice composito Drewry dei noli spot è tornato a crescere del 3%, interrompendo tre settimane consecutive di calo. A sostenere il rialzo sono stati soprattutto i traffici tra Asia e Stati Uniti, dove le principali compagnie di navigazione hanno introdotto nuovi supplementi tariffari. Tra questi figurano gli Emergency Fuel Surcharges e i Peak Season Surcharges, utilizzati per compensare l’aumento dei costi operativi e prepararsi alla stagione estiva. La tratta Shanghai–New York ha registrato l’aumento più forte, con noli saliti del 7% fino a 3.721 dollari per feu. Anche la rotta verso Los Angeles è cresciuta del 5%, raggiungendo 3.062 dollari. Secondo gli analisti, i rialzi potrebbero proseguire nelle prossime settimane con la piena applicazione dei supplementi. Molto diversa la situazione sulle rotte Asia-Europa. Le nuove tariffe Fak annunciate da Cma Cgm, Hapag-Lloyd e Msc Mediterranean Shipping Company hanno avuto effetti limitati sul mercato spot. La rotta Shanghai-Rotterdam è salita solo del 2%, mentre quella verso Genova ha registrato un incremento dell’1%. Secondo gli operatori, la domanda europea resta troppo debole per assorbire l’eccesso di capacità disponibile. Per contenere la pressione sui prezzi, i vettori stanno aumentando il ricorso ai blank sailings, cancellando partenze programmate verso Nord Europa e Mediterraneo. Tuttavia, gli esperti ritengono che queste misure possano soltanto stabilizzare temporaneamente il mercato senza sostenere forti aumenti tariffari. A influenzare il settore continuano inoltre a essere le tensioni geopolitiche, in particolare nello Stretto di Hormuz. In questo contesto, i supplementi tariffari vengono utilizzati dalle compagnie come strumento per proteggere i margini operativi in uno scenario ancora caratterizzato da forte incertezza.

This article was originally published in UCSB’s ‘The Current‘. This article was originally published in UCSB’s ‘The Current‘. Insights from a recently held global collaboration workshop on fatal whale-vessel strikes are poised to strengthen protections for the magnificent creatures around the world. Co-hosted by UC Santa Barbara’s Benioff Ocean Science Laboratory (BOSL) and the International Whaling Commission (IWC) and held at the International Maritime Organization’s London headquarters, the workshop brought together experts from science, policy and industry to get a sense of the worldwide problem of whales and ships colliding. These incidents occur as the giant mammals and even bigger shipping vessels vie for space along some of the world’s most active shipping lanes, with tragic results. “It is difficult to estimate how many whales are killed every year by ship strikes, in part because many whales sink from a fatal collision,” said BOSL Director,Professor Douglas McCauley. “But, if we look at estimates of whale-ship strike deaths in the best-studied parts of our planet, it seems likely that thousands of whales die in collisions every year.” Indeed, 118 whales have been reported struck and killed off the West Coast of the United States from 2015 to 2024, the majority of them off the coast of California, which hosts the busiest shipping port in the Western hemisphere (Los Angeles), in addition to other major ports in Long Beach and the Bay Area, though the actual number is likely to be much higher, as these accidents often go unreported. Along the East Coast, ship strikes also pose a critical threat to the endangered North Atlantic right whale. But the problem is not isolated to U.S. coastal waters. BOSL scientists and fellow researchers in a 2024 study published in thejournal Sciencefound that whale migration routes, which tend to hug the world’s coasts, overlap with commercial shipping routes around the world — a situation that puts the animals in constant danger of being killed or seriously injured. This paper, the first global mapping of whales versus ships, provided the foundation for this workshop. Participants from a variety of organizations, including the World Wildlife Fund, the World Shipping Council, the United Nations and the U.S. National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration met to create action plans for collision hotspots. One strategy that’s been successful is collaborating with shipping vessels to get them to slow down in high-traffic areas. Ship captains are alerted to additional traffic in their shipping lanes viaWhale Safe, a whale-monitoring program developed by the BOSL scientists that combines citizen science with acoustic monitoring technology to give near real-time updates on the presence of whales in the Santa Barbara Channel in a user-friendly format. The program also tracks ships through their automatic identification system data — a kind of GPS for marine vessels — and issues “report cards” for these ships and their companies, based on their cooperation with voluntary speed limits of 10 knots or less in the Channel. The technology is being used in a State of California-supported program called Protecting Blue Whales and Blue Skies, a partnership between government agencies, foundations, environmental nonprofits and BOSL. It not only monitors whales but also seeks to reduce air pollution from oceangoing vessels and reduce underwater noise, which can interfere with marine mammals’ communication and navigation. However, shipping speed limits are not a universal solution. “There is no one-size-fits-all solution for preventing whales from being run over — what works in California may not work for high-speed ferries operating in the Azores or the sailboat racing community in Europe,” said BOSL project scientist Rachel Rhodes. Other measures range from moving shipping lanes to equipping vessels with whale detection technology like thermal sensors, she added. The workshop brought together diverse stakeholders from 10 countries and five continents to align and share perspectives and insights, Rhodes said, while creating partnerships for research collaboration. “Understanding what options are available and what has worked elsewhere is the first step toward making the problem feel solvable,” she said. Researchers will present these metrics and methods as guidance to the IWC Scientific Committee meeting this month in an effort to create region-specific workshops and action plans to reduce ship strike incidents.

FRANCAVILLA FONTANA - “Uno spazio pubblico progettato e realizzato lì dove non c'era. Qui si alleneranno gli atleti delle gare di badminton previste per i Giochi del Mediterraneo nel Palazzetto. Poi i vincitori di questo torneo internazionale - che si disputerà interamente a Francavilla Fontana - parteciperanno alle Olimpiadi di Los Angeles del 2028”. Il sindaco Antonello Denuzzo, sul proprio profilo Facebook, aggiorna i cittadino sul prosieguo dei lavori per i Giochi del Mediterraneo di Taranto 2026. E posta una foto del tensostatico, quartiere Peraro. Ma non è l'unico elemento “internazionale” collegato alla Città degli Imperiali, che ha ospitato ieri (mercoledì 6 maggio 2026) una tappa del 76esimo Educational per giornalisti organizzato dalla rivista Spiagge. L'iniziativa ha portato qui una delegazione di professionisti dell'informazione provenienti da tutta Europa, selezionati per raccontare il territorio sulle proprie testate di riferimento. Il gruppo, composto da diciannove giornalisti di Varsavia, Berlino, Bruxelles, Parigi, Bologna e Milano, rappresentava testate cartacee, digitali e radiofoniche di rilievo internazionale. I giornalisti avevano già incontrato i rappresentanti del Comune di Francavilla Fontana in occasione della conferenza stampa organizzata dalla rivista Spiagge, con la direttrice Carmen Mancarella, in concomitanza con la Borsa Internazionale del Turismo di Milano. La giornata si è aperta nell'atrio di Castello Imperiali con l'accoglienza affidata a un maestro ricciaio, che ha fatto conoscere alla delegazione il confetto riccio e la sua storia. Il programma è proseguito con la visita alla mostra “Barocco e Neobarocco. Da Rubens a Mitoraj”, organizzata da Micexperience Puglia Rete d'Imprese e dal Comune di Francavilla Fontana nell'ambito del protocollo Puglia Walking Art. La mostra ospita le opere di grandi maestri del Seicento - Rubens, Van Dyck, Bernini, Guido Reni - insieme a quelle di artisti del Novecento e contemporanei come De Chirico, Tano Festa e Igor Mitoraj, dando vita a un percorso espositivo in naturale dialogo col barocco di Castello Imperiali e delle architetture monumentali cittadine. La visita è proseguita nel centro storico, dove i giornalisti hanno apprezzato in particolare le architetture e gli interni della Basilica Minore, della chiesa di Santa Chiara e della chiesa di Sant'Alfonso dei Liguori: un itinerario che ha restituito la straordinaria concentrazione di arte e devozione che caratterizza il cuore della città. “Francavilla Fontana ha dimostrato di saper accogliere con la stessa cura con cui custodisce il proprio patrimonio - ha dichiarato la vicesindaca con delega al Turismo Anna Maria Padula - L'interesse crescente da parte di testate di respiro internazionale conferma che la città sta conquistando una visibilità nuova, pianificata nel tempo con scelte precise e un'offerta culturale sempre più riconoscibile” “Abbiamo qualcosa di autentico da raccontare - ha aggiunto il sindaco Antonello Denuzzo - Un'offerta culturale e turistica costruita con continuità. Francavilla è un territorio che da qualche tempo sta iniziando a farsi scoprire. Ogni occasione come questa contribuisce a consolidare una reputazione che si guadagna nel tempo, non con operazioni estemporanee. Ad esempio la mostra sul Barocco a Castello Imperiali non è una scelta casuale: è la conseguenza naturale di una programmazione coerente, che parte dalle peculiarità storiche e culturali del territorio per aprirsi a chiunque voglia scoprirlo”. Rimani aggiornato sulle notizie dalla tua provincia iscrivendoti al nostro canale whatsapp: clicca qui Seguici gratuitamente anche sul canale Facebook: https://m.me/j/Abampv2kioahdYYR/

LOS ANGELES — The Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors greenlit closer coordination between the county’s agricultural commissioner and the South Coast Air Quality Management District or AQMD on the issue of oversight of facilities that use the chemical methyl bromide to fumigate fruits and vegetables entering the county through the Ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach. The effort was led by Supervisor Janice Hahn, whose district includes the ports as well as the surrounding Harbor Area and Long Beach communities. Hahn’s motion was coauthored by Supervisor Holly J. Mitchell. “Hundreds of thousands of metric tons of fruits and vegetables are processed at our ports every year and feed American families across the nation. We have to keep those safe from pests—but we also can’t allow these pesticides to jeopardize the health of our portside communities,” said Supervisor Hahn. “These two agencies need to work together to deliver the safe, clean air that these communities deserve. That’s what we’re doing today.” Methyl bromide is a pesticide used to fumigate commodity agricultural products, controlling pests like insects, mites, fungi, weeds, and rodents. It is an odorless gas that penetrates deeply into commodities and packaging in a way that sprays or surface treatments cannot. It is also a hazardous air pollutant and toxic air contaminant. Studies have shown that exposure to methyl bromide may cause damage to the brain and nervous system. Currently, 13 facilities located around the Ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach actively fumigate these products using methyl bromide.In 2023 and 2024, the California Air Resources Board began air monitoring in a West Long Beach community near two fumigation facilities. The monitoring found an average of ~2.1 parts per billion (ppb) methyl bromide, which is about double the state’s long-term health exposure threshold. That incident led to Hahn and Michell’s effort to strengthen the Memorandum of Understanding with AQMD.Hahn and Mitchell’s motion authorizes the agricultural commissioner to establish a new Memorandum of Understanding with AQMD that:Requires that businesses obtain two permits, one from the county agricultural commissioner and separate one from the South Coast Air Quality Management DistrictClarifies roles and authority, with the agricultural commissioner responsible for enforcement of the use of the pesticide and AQMD charged with air quality enforcementEstablishes a transition process for bringing facilities into AQMD permittingDefines how existing facility conditions will be handledEnsures ongoing cooperation between the two agenciesDetails:Read Hahn and Mitchell’s full motionhere.Share this:Share on X (Opens in new window)XShare on Facebook (Opens in new window)FacebookShare on LinkedIn (Opens in new window)LinkedInPrint (Opens in new window)PrintLike this:LikeLoading...Related In 2023 and 2024, the California Air Resources Board began air monitoring in a West Long Beach community near two fumigation facilities. The monitoring found an average of ~2.1 parts per billion (ppb) methyl bromide, which is about double the state’s long-term health exposure threshold. That incident led to Hahn and Michell’s effort to strengthen the Memorandum of Understanding with AQMD.Hahn and Mitchell’s motion authorizes the agricultural commissioner to establish a new Memorandum of Understanding with AQMD that:Requires that businesses obtain two permits, one from the county agricultural commissioner and separate one from the South Coast Air Quality Management DistrictClarifies roles and authority, with the agricultural commissioner responsible for enforcement of the use of the pesticide and AQMD charged with air quality enforcementEstablishes a transition process for bringing facilities into AQMD permittingDefines how existing facility conditions will be handledEnsures ongoing cooperation between the two agenciesDetails:Read Hahn and Mitchell’s full motionhere.Share this:Share on X (Opens in new window)XShare on Facebook (Opens in new window)FacebookShare on LinkedIn (Opens in new window)LinkedInPrint (Opens in new window)PrintLike this:LikeLoading...Related Hahn and Mitchell’s motion authorizes the agricultural commissioner to establish a new Memorandum of Understanding with AQMD that:Requires that businesses obtain two permits, one from the county agricultural commissioner and separate one from the South Coast Air Quality Management DistrictClarifies roles and authority, with the agricultural commissioner responsible for enforcement of the use of the pesticide and AQMD charged with air quality enforcementEstablishes a transition process for bringing facilities into AQMD permittingDefines how existing facility conditions will be handledEnsures ongoing cooperation between the two agenciesDetails:Read Hahn and Mitchell’s full motionhere.Share this:Share on X (Opens in new window)XShare on Facebook (Opens in new window)FacebookShare on LinkedIn (Opens in new window)LinkedInPrint (Opens in new window)PrintLike this:LikeLoading...Related Details:Read Hahn and Mitchell’s full motionhere.Share this:Share on X (Opens in new window)XShare on Facebook (Opens in new window)FacebookShare on LinkedIn (Opens in new window)LinkedInPrint (Opens in new window)PrintLike this:LikeLoading...Related

The good news:Nikola Jokićfinally got to play with an All-Star. Jamal Murraywas brilliant in the regular season and, at long last, we witnessed the first Jokić teammate to be named to either All-Star, All-NBA or All-Defense in the Serbian’s 11-year career. So here is the bad news: It’s time to trade Murray. Because at this point, I don’t see another way out of this mess for Jokić. After winning the title in 2023, the Nuggets have fallen out of contention with a fading and increasingly expensive roster that is set to go deep into the tax. After Thursday’s disappointingfirst-round exitto theTimberwolves, Jokić told reporters, “I still want to be a Nugget forever.” He conceded that the Nuggets were “far away” from contention and, when asked about whether changes needed to be made, he said, "That's not my decision, to be honest. Definitely, if we were in Serbia, we would all get fired." Now,Denvermight have no choice but to deal Jokić’s co-pilot, Murray, while it still can get something of value in return. A year ago, I argued thatJokić had every right to ask for a trade out of Denverbecause of the continued lack of star support around him. He didn’t ask out, and he still probably won’t. But he should have, if nothing else, to sound the alarms for the organization. As far as putting pressure on the front office, the “we would all get fired” line is likely as far as Jokić will go. This time last year,Nuggetspresident Josh Kroenke made the decision to fire head coach Michael Malone and general manager Calvin Booth days before the end of the season. Instead of looking outside the organization, Kroenke promoted from within ranks, calling it an“unorthodox”setup with Ben Tenzer and Jonathan Wallace heading up the front office and longtime assistant David Adelman taking over on the sidelines. Unorthodox and ultimately unsuccessful — again. The Thunder ousted the Nuggets in the second round last year and, unfortunately for Jokić, yet another magnificent season has been wasted in 2025-26. Even the short-handed Minnesota Timberwolves, withoutAnthony Edwards,Donte DiVincenzoandAyo Dosunmufor the end of the series, were able to thwart the Nuggets in the first round. Clearly, the Nuggets aren’t close to returning to the top of the West.Oklahoma Citylooks as dominant as ever. TheVictor Wembanyama takeoverhas arrived.The Los Angeles LakershaveLuka Dončić. As is, the Western Conference is leaving Jokić and the Nuggets in the dust. It’s not Jokić’s fault. Four-time Defensive Player of the YearRudy Goberthad him in fits at times in this series, but he still averaged 25.8 points, 13.2 rebounds and 9.5 assists. He struggled with his shot (just 47.5% effective field goal percentage), but a low-grade Jokić should still be enough to survive the Timberwolves’ B-Team — if any of his teammates stepped up. That’s the issue. Denver’s supporting cast is still a massive problem and it’s deteriorating fast. Let’s start withAaron Gordon. The body of Jokić’s top frontcourt mate, now on the wrong side of 30, has betrayed him. He played just 36 games this season and missed half the series against Minnesota with calf issues. Since last postseason when he pulled his hamstring in the playoffs, Gordon has been a shell of himself, unable to consistently offer the dynamic, above-the-rim presence that complemented Jokić’s game so well. With only 75 starts in the last two seasons, the team is stuck owing Gordon $110 million over the next three seasons. Cam Johnsonwas supposed to help matters. After the second-round exit against the Thunder, the organization sentMichael Porter Jr.anda 2032 first-round pick toBrooklynfor the sweet-shooting Johnson. The hope was that Johnson could provide Porter’s elite floor-spacing and cutting at a fraction of the cost. Instead, Porter enjoyed a breakout season, averaging 24.2 points and 7.1 rebounds, while Johnson faltered throughout the season in his place. With long-term savings from the Porter trade, the team signedChristian Braunto a frothy $125 million extension that will kick in next season, hoping that his 2024-25 breakout season was a sign of things to come. Instead, Braun, like Gordon, endured an injury-riddled campaign, averaging just 12.0 points, 4.8 rebounds and 2.7 assists with almost no floor-spacing in just 44 games. At his 2025-26 salary of just under $5 million, that’s not a problem. But starting next year, his salary soars to $21 million and will increase to $28 million by 2030-31 when Jokić is 36 years old. Denver’s only compelling young player,Peyton Watson, will be a restricted free agent. But even he has health questions after playing just 54 games this season and missing the entire first round of the playoffs with a devastating hamstring injury. Watson’s contract will likely be too expensive for Kroenke’s taste. As is, the Nuggets are projected to go deep into the tax with Braun’s big extension kicking in next season. According to Spotrac.com data, the Nuggets face a $16 million tax bill even without Watson and their 2026 first-round pick on the books. After a breakout season, Watson should command something in the neighborhood of Braun’s extension. It’s doubtful the organization will open up its wallet even more after the first-round out and bring back this underwhelming group. To put it in perspective, we can consult the advanced metrics fromdunksandthrees.comand quantify the Nuggets’ personnel around Jokić. This season, there were 85 players not named “Nikola Jokić” who registered at least five estimated wins added. Do you know how many of those 85 were on the Nuggets’ roster? Just one. Jamal Murray. Victor Wembanyama had not one, not two, but four teammates who eclipsed that mark. Same withShai Gilgeous-Alexander. Luka Dončić had two:LeBron JamesandAustin Reaves. But Jokić, who delivered 17.2 eWins this season, saw his third-best teammate, Johnson, clock in at merely 4.4 eWins. Gordon limped to a 3.7 eWin figure, just ahead of Watson at 3.3. With the bulk of the roster holding negative trade value, it’ll be almost impossible for the Nuggets to upgrade without moving Murray at the peak of his powers. Murray carries a steep salary at $50 million next season, $53.8 million in 2027-28 and $57.5 million, but there may be no better time to sell than now while he’s coming off an All-NBA level campaign. The Nuggets may have to break up Murray’s salary into multiple pieces to help shore up their woeful defense, which ranked 21st in the NBA in the regular season and made Dosunmu (43 points in Game 4) andTerrence Shannon Jr.(21 points in clinching Game 6) look like stars. Look at the books. How else would they upgrade the roster in a meaningful way? It won’t be painless. The easiest thing to do would be to run it back with this group. But doing so would risk Murray getting hurt or regressing to pre-2025-26 levels, which would prove disastrous at his cap number. Gordon, Braun and Johnson certainly aren’t bringing in real talent. Here are three trade ideas that can allow the Nuggets to use Murray for potential upgrades: Nuggets receive: Collin Murray-Boyles RJ Barrett Jakob Poeltl Raptors receive: Jamal Murray Zeke Nnaji This is a bet on CMB being the nextDraymond Green, a defensive mastermind who could flourish next to Jokić’s other-wordly playmaking abilities. Trading for a 20-year-old next to Jokić would be a timeline risk, but the blossoming South Carolina product could instantly step in as Denver’s best defensive player and provide much-needed athleticism. Balancing the defensive end of the floor has to be a priority while getting 80% of Murray’s offensive exploits with fellow Canadian guard Barrett. For the Raptors, the team would be loading up on star power in an open Eastern Conference. Murray is a clear upgrade on Barrett and would be coming home to Ontario where he grew up. It’d be tough to part ways with CMB, but flipping the ninth overall pick in the 2025 draft for an All-NBA talent in his prime would be a haul for the aspiring East contender. To make contracts work, Poeltl and Nnaji would be included. Jonas Valančiūnas’ 2026-27 salary is not guaranteed, paving the way for Poeltl to step in as Jokić’s backup. Nuggets receive: Kevin Durant 2029 first-round pick (via PHX) Rockets receive: Jamal Murray Kevin Durant never made sense on a roster withoutFred VanVleet(ACL) andSteven Adams(ankle) healthy, and the Durant experiment inHoustonmay very well be over before it ever really began. (We’ll see how things go against the Lakers from here.) At his age, Durant isn’t a massive upgrade defensively over Murray, but he helps lengthen the Nuggets, who are severely lacking in the athleticism department, especially with Gordon constantly lumbering. By many measures, Durant was better than Murray this season and the 37-year-old’s contract ($6 million less than Murray next season) will also help Denver shave its payroll and provide flexibility as the team desperately tries to navigate the apron world. To mitigate the risk of a Durant injury, the Nuggets will receive the 2029 first-round pick (via Phoenix) and help grease Denver’s ability to pivot. Durant holds a player option for $46 million in 2027-28, which even if he picks it up, Denver would be off of his money a year before Murray’s contract expires. On the Houston side, the Rockets get significantly younger and don’t have to pretzel themselves into win-now mode with Durant as he approaches 40. At 29, Murray is a much more polished and proven playoff scorer compared toJalen Green, who was moved along withDillon Brooksand the rights toKhaman Maluach, for Durant last summer. Nuggets receive: Ausar Thompson Duncan Robinson Caris Levert Pistons receive: Jamal Murray DEN’s 2026 first-round pick Denver needs an athletic defender.Detroitneeds an elite shot creator. It’s hard to find contenders with such compatible needs. Thompson may be untouchable, but the Nuggets have to at least make the call if the Pistons are embarrassed by theOrlando Magicwith a first-round out. That’s a big if. Still just 23 years old, Thompson received the third-most votes in a runaway Defensive Player of the Year vote, which may overstate his immediate value a tad, but if there’s a target for Denver, it’s that guy. Thompson would be a monster athlete and rim finisher who would be tailor-made for Jokić’s virtuoso passing abilities. You thought Gordon in the dunker spot next to Jokić was a devastating threat? Ausar could be even more electric in that role. Of course, he’ll need to dramatically improve his outside shooting to maximize his potential, but Gordon was able to do that when he caught passes from Jokić. We’ll see what happens in the Orlando series, but it’s easy to see that Detroit’s half-court offense needs a massive upgrade in the shot-creation department and few players would shore up that department better than Murray in his prime. The Pistons’ core will get more expensive onceJalen Duren’s extension kicks in, but there are serious questions about whether Duren and Thompson can coexist in the half-court in the playoffs.

LOS ANGELES, April 30, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- EASYLONGER, a leading manufacturer of portable CPAP battery backup and power solutions for sleep apnea patients, recently announced the launch of the ES960 PRO, a next-generation portable power station engineered around the specific needs of CPAP users. Built with automotive-grade LiFePO4 (lithium iron phosphate) cells, 297.6 watt-hours of usable energy, multi-port output, and pass-through UPS capability, the ES960 PRO addresses one of the most overlooked health risks faced by cpap machine users today: power loss during sleep. A Reliability Crisis No One Talks About For the estimated 30 million Americans diagnosed with obstructive sleep apnea, missing a single night of CPAP therapy isn't a minor inconvenience — it's a measurable health risk. Studies have linked CPAP interruption to elevated blood pressure, daytime cognitive impairment, and increased cardiovascular strain. Yet most CPAP users have no plan for power outages, hurricanes, storms, RV travel, or off-grid camping. Leaving them without critical cpap backup power supply. EASYLONGER's customer research, drawn from years of direct user interactions, reveals that a substantial share of CPAP users have experienced therapy disruption due to power loss at least 3 times one year. The ES960 PRO CPAP battery backup is built specifically to eliminate that risk. Built for People Who Can't Afford to Lose a Night The ES960 PRO delivers 297.6 watt-hours of usable energy through an advanced LiFePO4 (lithium iron phosphate) battery pack — chosen for its superior safety profile and 3,000+ charge cycle lifespan, roughly 6–10 times longer than the standard NMC lithium-ion cells (typically rated for 300–500 cycles) found in most portable CPAP battery backup units on the market today. For a typical user running a ResMed AirSense 11 (13W without humidifier), this translates to approximately 17 hours of runtime per charge — over two full nights of therapy without any external power source. The EASYLONGER ES960 PRO cpap battery backup power supply is compatible with all major CPAP brands, including ResMed (AirSense 10/11, AirMini ), Philips (DreamStation), Fisher & Paykel, and BMC Luna G3, with included DC cables for direct connection — no AC wall adapter, no extension cords snaking across the floor, no more sleeping within a few feet of an outlet just to keep therapy running. This direct DC connection bypasses the inefficient AC-to-DC conversion that wastes 25–30% of battery capacity in conventional power stations — meaning more hours of therapy from the same battery. For extended off-grid use, the ES960 PRO cpap power bank supports solar charging via EASYLONGER's optional ESP110 110W foldable solar panel, making multi-week camping trips entirely viable for CPAP users. From a standard wall outlet, the unit fully recharges in approximately 5 hours via its 72W adapter, while USB-C input (up to 60W) provides a convenient top-up option on the road. The ES960 PRO is housed in a compact, ergonomic enclosure with a foldable carrying handle that tucks flush when not in use — ready to slip into a backpack, RV cabinet, or bedside drawer. Splash- and dust-resistant construction handles the realities of outdoor use, and on-board expansion ports allow capacity to be extended for users who need multi-week off-grid runtime. "Most battery backup products treat sleep apnea like an afterthought. We started this company because no CPAP user should have to choose between travel, camping, or peace of mind during a storm. The ES960 PRO exists because sleep apnea patients deserve a battery designed around their lives — not adapted from generic camping gear."— Brooks Anderson, Founder of EASYLONGER Customer feedback echoes that mission. EASYLONGER customers describe the product less as a piece of camping gear and more as a guarantor of uninterrupted therapy: "We had a severe windstorm and a multi-day power outage in mid-December. I'd bought the ES960 for my wife's CPAP just to try it out. She slept soundly all night and woke up refreshed — I bought a second one the next morning. What's a good night of sleep worth to you? To me, it's priceless."— Verified ES960 customer-From EASYLONGER CPAP battery (storm-zone household) Why the ES960 PRO Is Different From a Generic Power Station While many portable power stations on the market are designed for general electronics — phones, tablets, drones — the ES960 PRO cpap backup battery is engineered from the ground up for CPAP therapy. The differences matter: For users who plan to keep the battery beside their bed nightly, these features are not optional — they are the difference between a tool that protects therapy and one that sits in a closet unused. Powering Real Lives, Not Spec Sheets EASYLONGER designed the ES960 PRO around the actual rhythms of CPAP users' lives: Direct-to-Consumer Pricing With a 2-Year Warranty Available through EASYLONGER's official website ateasylonger.com, the ES960 PRO ships free within the United States. All ES960 PRO units purchased directly fromeasylonger.comqualify for a 2-year warranty through the brand's online registration program. The product is also eligible for purchase with HSA and FSA funds in many cases, as CPAP-related accessories often qualify under qualified medical expense guidelines. Customers should consult their plan administrator for confirmation. About EASYLONGEREASYLONGER is a manufacturer of portable power solutions designed specifically for the sleep apnea community. Founded by Brooks Anderson around the conviction that no CPAP user should ever lose therapy due to a power outage, EASYLONGER's product line spans TSA-approved travel batteries, mid-capacity camping units, and high-capacity home UPS systems — all engineered around the specific voltage, runtime, and reliability requirements of CPAP machines. The company supports customers through direct email at support@easylonger.com. Beyond product sales, EASYLONGER maintains an active educational platform covering CPAP therapy basics, sleep apnea research, runtime calculators, and setup tutorials athttps://www.easylonger.com/blogs. Social channels:Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/easylongerInstagram:https://www.instagram.com/easylonger_GlobalYouTube:https://www.youtube.com/@easyLongerTikTok:https://www.tiktok.com/@easylonger Media ContactBrooks AndersonFounder, EASYLONGEREmail: media@easylonger.comWebsite: https://www.easylonger.com Photos accompanying this announcement are available at: https://www.globenewswire.com/NewsRoom/AttachmentNg/79a2681e-a9c2-4658-8b48-b29de007a610 https://www.globenewswire.com/NewsRoom/AttachmentNg/06294d19-9eaf-4c81-9bc5-c84c1ec22fa5 https://www.globenewswire.com/NewsRoom/AttachmentNg/a430b5b9-bde2-4a3a-8681-a6448c023d30 https://www.globenewswire.com/NewsRoom/AttachmentNg/c3aab14d-aea1-4e13-ace2-5b2ecb6f1394 https://www.globenewswire.com/NewsRoom/AttachmentNg/2fc99ccf-6856-4819-abbb-a65da0dc5eed https://www.globenewswire.com/NewsRoom/AttachmentNg/a811ca1b-c133-4893-a7c5-31f911a574c5 https://www.globenewswire.com/NewsRoom/AttachmentNg/d8bf7674-9c4f-4f05-9674-d271c24dcbc1

The Maritime and Port Authority ofSingapore(MPA) is making moves to improve shipping sustainability. The entity recently entered a partnership with United Nations Trade and Development (UNCTAD) and renewed an agreement with the ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach for a green and digital shipping corridor. The UNCTAD partnership will allow MPASingaporeto make a significant contribution to accelerating the transition toward more sustainable, resilient and inclusive global maritime transport—no small feat since many ports are reliant on fossil fuels.Related StoriesLogisticsIndonesia Shuts Down Malacca Strait Toll Talk, Distancing From HormuzLogistics'Pressures Are Indeed Mounting' from Iran War, Says Port of Long Beach CEO The second-busiest port in the world,Singaporehas the potential to play a significant role in shaping practical, scalable solutions for improving the sustainability of global maritime trade. Under the agreement, MPA Singapore will join UNCTAD in promoting cleaner fuels and digital technologies across ports and shipping networks. The effort will focus on solutions that can be adapted elsewhere in the world, such as sustainable finance, digital innovation and workforce development. The initiative will also support developing countries through outreach such as training, advisory services and institutional strengthening. Along with environmental sustainability, the effort aims to also fortify the ports in preparation for potential disruptions, allowing them to better anticipate and react to shipping challenges such as those experienced during the pandemic and more recently due to the Iran conflict’s impact on the Strait of Hormuz. “This partnership brings together Singapore’s operational excellence andUNCTAD’s global development expertise,” said Pedro Manuel Moreno, acting secretary-general of UNCTAD. “It will help accelerate a maritime transition that is not only greener and more efficient, but also resilient and inclusive—while contributing to global discussions at the UN Global Supply Chain Forum 2026.” MPA Singapore also renewed its memorandum of understanding on the green and digital shipping corridor with the ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach. First signed in 2023 and renewed for another three years with this latest commitment, the agreement solidifies the ports’ commitment to decarbonization and digitization along the trans-Pacific route, one of the world’s busiest container lanes. Since signing the initial agreement, the three ports have achieved several milestones, including completion of a baseline study in 2024, onboarding of industry partners to explore the potential for pilot trials, and the establishment of work streams to promote pilot initiatives in alternative fuels, digitization and energy efficiency. “The Singapore-Los Angeles-Long Beach Green and Digital Shipping Corridor has made good progress, transitioning from intent to implementation,” said Ang Wee Keong, chief executive of MPA. “The renewal of our partnership paves the way towards more sustainable shipping along the trans-Pacific route. This gives industry greater confidence to plan investments and diversify energy options for greener shipping.” The three ports also have accelerated their alternative fuels bunkering capabilities over the past three years. MPA completed methanol bunkering trials in 2023 and subsequently awarded three methanol bunkering supply licenses, while the Los Angeles and Long Beach ports have commissioned a clean fuels study and are preparing for a methanol pilot in 2026. These advancements will prepare the three ports for green fuel trials in the next phase of their partnership. The ports also have conducted port-to-port data exchange testing and started pilot collaborations with Mitsui O.S.K. Lines. By renewing the memorandum, the ports also agree to continue working to deploy low- and zero-emission fuels and digital solutions for shipping on the trans-Pacific corridor. That includes supporting fuel supply and infrastructure, developing pilot and demonstration projects, strengthening port-to-port data connectivity, and promoting interoperability, cybersecurity and common standards. “Decarbonizing goods movement between the largest ports in the United States and Asia requires international cooperation and that’s exactly what we’re doing through our work on the green and digital shipping corridor,” said Gene Seroka, executive director of thePort of Los Angeles. “We are committed to working toward the deployment of zero lifecycle carbon container ships on the corridor by 2030. This important corridor is the foundation upon which we’ll build the future of maritime shipping.” The memorandum was signed ahead of Singapore Maritime Week 2026, facilitated by C40 Cities, a global network of mayors working to advance city climate action around the world. “Seaports sit at the intersection of trade, geopolitics, climate and technology,” said Noel Hacegaba, CEO of thePort of Long Beach. “This convergence is what makes partnerships like the green and digital shipping corridor so impactful as a tool to decarbonize maritime shipping. We call it the ‘green print’ for decarbonizing the trans-Pacific route, the busiest trade route on Earth. It will be particularly important in the years ahead as we tackle our largest source of emissions, from cargo vessels, by accelerating the use of clean fuels such as methanol.” Receive Our Daily Newsletter & Special Offers