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New report underscores rising manual inefficiencies and the necessity of real-time yard visibility in dock and yard management. Montreal, QC –C3 Solutions, a leader in yard and dock management solutions, today announced the release of its annual State of the Industry report for the second year running, providing critical insights into emerging trends and ongoing challenges in dock and yard operations. Based on responses from 149 industry professionals, this comprehensive report confirms significant year-over-year highlights, emphasizing the urgent need for modernization and effective system integration. The report reveals that manual process inefficiencies have intensified, now impacting 40.3% of operations, up from 35.9% in the previous year. This increase is notably linked to challenges further upstream in the operational chain, including overtime and temp labor hiring cost. “Year over year, the true cost of manual processes is becoming harder to overlook. As volumes grow and operations become more complex, more organizations are realizing just how much these inefficiencies are holding them back.” said Greg Braun, Chief Revenue Officer of C3. Real-time yard visibility remains a critical priority, with 59.1% of respondents marking it as essential. However, frustrations related to system implementation effectiveness tops have sharply risen, affecting 55.7% of professionals surveyed. The findings emphasize that how a system is deployed, adopted, and embedded into daily workflows determines whether it delivers value or collects dust “Dock and yard management has reached a pivotal maturity phase,” said Braun. “Our research clearly indicates that companies have moved beyond simply identifying inefficiencies on the ground, to rooting out their causes upstream. We expect this trend to continue going forward, and continue to frame our priorities around this.” In its second year, the report identifies critical shifts from previous findings, underscoring how the industry’s focus is transitioning from symptom identification to targeting root causes of operational challenges. This progression highlights an increased sophistication among operators, who are now more strategic in pinpointing specific areas of improvement. Industry professionals, decision-makers, and stakeholders are encouraged todownloadthe full 2026 State of Dock and Yard Management report to gain comprehensive insights and strategic recommendations for addressing current and future operational challenges. Download the full reporthere.

In logistics, cargo claims are more than an afterthought – they’re a financial inflection point. Goods can be lost, stolen, or damaged in transit before receipt, and navigating liability under the Carmack Amendment or Montreal Convention demands both precision and speed. Mishandling just a few high-value claims can cost insurers and carriers millions, year after year [1]. A 2023 analysis found that delayed or incomplete documentation reduces successful cargo recoveries by nearly 20 percent, turning what should be standard recoveries into net losses [2]. Cargo claims aren’t simple. Each file must satisfy stringent federal requirements: time limits for filing, documentation standards, and negotiated liability limits. State regulations often complicate matters further. Carriers are subject to strict timelines, like Cargo Inventory being reported within nine months and lawsuits needing to be filed within two years, as mandated by federal law [3]. Moreover, each mishap, from LTL transfers to multimodal freight, adds layers of touchpoints, increasing risk. LTL shipments, for instance, see more frequent damage due to multiple handling stages [4]. Veritas Cargo Servicesis tailored to tackle these challenges head-on. Every cargo specialist understands: A key differentiator is the ability to identify problems clients may not know exist. The team’s depth of expertise enables a broader search for recovery opportunities -including potential fraud claims, subrogation opportunities, appraisal, and salvage – with clients retaining final decision-making authority throughout. The approach includes: Reporting is structured with the client in mind, from deep-dive dashboards to portfolio-level views. Every claim is reviewed proactively to surface additional subrogation, salvage, or recovery paths. Over time, cargo claims can become profit generators. Frequent clients see recovery dollars fund other services, like appraisal or subrogation, making cargo a true high-impact contribution rather than a cost centre. These aren’t hypothetical gains. They’re reflected in client outcomes. A sizable load of oversize components damaged in transit was initially assessed for sub-limit coverage. After the damage chain was reconstructed, full recovery was secured, covering not just the loss, but salvage and handling fees. Another claim tied to a small but critical parts loss sat without motion due to documentation gaps. Once the paper trail was restored and the claim refiled, the recovery came in at twice what estimate tools had deemed recoverable. Clients have responded accordingly:“That’s above and beyond. It felt like you rewrote the playbook for that file.” “We thought we’d gotten what we could. You proved there was more to capture.” “Cargo is not usually the hero of the claim. You made it one.” These reactions demonstrate how specialization turns routine claims into recovery wins. The landscape is increasingly demanding. Greater volume of high-value freight, evolving transportation modes, and tighter regulatory scrutiny are raising stakes across the board. Insurance premiums are rising, with cargo insurance viewed as a growing cost centre, especially when policies must adapt to cover high-risk freight like heavy machinery or hazmat [5]. To keep pace, insurers need proactive, expert handling – not check-the-box processing. Cargo claims are more than paperwork, they’re a strategic opportunity. With complexity baked into regulation, liability, and logistics, only specialists win. Veritas Cargo Services blends regulatory expertise, exposure-specific experience, and data-driven reporting to turn claims into cash flow. This isn’t advocacy. It’s leadership built on recoveries, process excellence, and forward momentum. References [1] Setliff Law, May 2025 [2] PropertyCasualty360, 2023 [3] Setliff Law, May 2025 [4] ATS Logistics LTL article [5] FreightWaves, Nov 2024 This article is sponsored byVeritas Cargo Services.

Even on the first 30 seconds ofPrism Shores’s debut EP the Montreal quartet’s preternatural gift for great guitar jangle is apparent. It’s all there: Crisply arpeggiated chords played with hints of echo and distortion, plus a heaping helping of melancholy — catchy, comforting, a cozy jacket with its collar upturned on an overcast day.Thirty seconds does not a catalog make, of course, and Prism Shores have been gently pushing their sound outward ever since. Their debut full-length, 2022’sInside My Diving Bell, added a bit of post-punk heft by turning up the rhythm section, while last year’s excellentOut from Underneathfound the band building a sturdier wall of sound by bringing in additional voices, synths, and strings for texture, and some crunchy shoegaze swirl. 96 MB320**FLAC Their new album,Softest Attack, lands somewhere in between. Across its 12 tracks, Prism Shore strikes an ideal balance between sweet and serrated, scaling back the guitar effects (but not too much) and making space for melodies to shine without becoming saccharine. Opening track “Kid Gloves” is a bracing blast of power pop, followed by “Lying In Wait,” a strummy, mid-paced jangler about cold feet and false starts. When “I Didn’t Mean to Change My Mind” picks up steam, you can easily imagine its vigorous guitar downstrokes and openhearted tone fitting in quite comfortably on Teenage Fanclub’s 1995 pop-rock masterpiece,Grand Prix. Prism Shores draw a lot of comparisons to that legendary Scottish pop-rock group, andGrand Prixwas where the Fannies found the perfect blend of their alt-rock early days and the honeyed indie pop of their later years.Softest Attackfeels like a similar point for Prism Shores. “Gossamer” brings together (small) jet-engine guitars and a skyscraping chorus. “A Faster Gun” sounds like a sprawling shoegaze band trying to rein it in and make a radio hit. The speedy, spirited “Idle Again” is the closest the band gets to jangle punk, and “Guidebook” clearly traces its drone pop DNA back to the Flying Nun scene of 1980s New Zealand—Prism Shores guitarist Finn Dalbeth’s home country, it should be noted. Recurring lyrical themes onSoftest Attackinclude uncertainty and unease, insecurity and impatience, seeking direction and searching for one’s place in the world. In the album’s propulsive penultimate track, “Resigned to the Fact,” Jack MacKenzie sings: “If my turn will never come then just say so/ Because I can’t help but feel I’m wasting my breath/ What a fool’s errand this whole charade/ Is turning out to be.” Who knows if or when the band’s turn will come—or if perhaps it’s happening right now—and that’s for them to figure out anyway. One thing is certain: On a well-trodden path crowded with good jangle-pop-rock bands, Prism Shores stands out. They should stay the course. —daily.bandcamp.com «Grateful Dead – Dave’s Picks Volume 58 (2026)Dea Matrona – Hate That I Care (2026)» Your email address will not be published.Required fields are marked* Comment* Name* Email* Website Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. Δ This site uses Akismet to reduce spam.Learn how your comment data is processed. 1. Links and requests and thanks only. No chat. Keep all requests and thanks brief! 3. Requests should have correct title, artist and release date; also a Discogs, Allmusic or Amazon link is helpful.

Montreal, June 03, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- On May 29, 2026, The CSL Group (CSL) took delivery ofMV CSL Kuleanafrom YAMIC Shipyard, marking the latest milestone in the renewal of the CSL International Pool fleet. The vessel has now departed on her maiden voyage. CSL Kuleanais the fourth in a series of five Kamsarmax newbuilds developed with our Pool partner. The newbuild program is reshaping the fleet with a new generation of ocean self-unloading ships, purpose-built to replace aging vessels while advancing performance, flexibility, and environmental standards. Designed to meet the evolving demands of dry bulk trades,CSL Kuleanabrings together increased cargo capability, high-efficiency cargo handling, and a versatile design that allows the vessel to operate seamlessly across a wide range of routes and commodities. The standardized configuration shared by the series enables the fleet to respond more dynamically to market needs while maintaining consistent service for customers. At the core of the design is a fourth-generation Kamsarmax hull form that exceeds EEDI Level III requirements and is paired with Tier III, methanol-ready engines.CSL Kuleanais also equipped for shore power connection, supporting reduced emissions while alongside in port. The new vessel series is expected to deliver approximately 40 percent greater efficiency than the vessels it replaces, driven by improvements in both fuel consumption and optimized cargo lift. With a cargo capacity of 72,250 metric tonnes and a self-unloading rate of up to 5,000 metric tonnes per hour,CSL Kuleanacombines high-capacity lift with efficient discharge capabilities. The delivery ofCSL Kuleanareflects CSL’s continued investment in a modern, adaptable fleet that is aligned with evolving environmental standards and the future of marine transportation. The CSL Groupis a world class provider of complex marine solutions and the largest owner and operator of self-unloading ships in the world. Headquartered in Montreal with operations throughout the Americas, Australia, Europe and Africa, CSL provides a broad range of shipping and handling services and delivers millions of tonnes of cargo annually for customers in the construction, steel, energy and agri-food sectors. Attachment

Por Redação PortalPortuario @PortalPortuario A Reserva Caruara, criada e mantida de forma voluntária pelo Porto do Açu, e 11 grandes empresas anunciaram a criação da Rede Brasileira de Reservas Privadas (RBRP), iniciativa inédita que reúne organizações privadas responsáveis pela conservação de áreas naturais no país. Idealizada por Vale, Suzano e Reservas Votorantim, a Rede tem como objetivo fortalecer políticas de proteção ambiental, promover a troca de experiências e incentivar o desenvolvimento de pesquisas A RBRP foi oficializada no segundo semestre de 2025, durante cerimônia realizada na Reserva Caruara, em São João da Barra (RJ), o que reforça o papel estratégico da área no avanço da agenda de conservação ambiental no Brasil. Com presença em diversos biomas brasileiros, a Rede reúne reservas protegidas na Mata Atlântica, no Cerrado, no Pampa, no Pantanal e na Amazônia. Entre os exemplos estão a própria Reserva Caruara, abrigo do maior fragmento de restinga em área privada do país, com 4 mil hectares de área protegida; o Legado das Águas (SP), com 31 mil hectares, a Reserva Natural Vale (ES), de 23 mil hectares, e o Parque das Neblinas (SP), com 7 mil hectares, que protegem biodiversidade e mananciais na Mata Atlântica; e áreas preservadas da Anglo American na Serra do Espinhaço (MG), com cerca de 27 mil hectares, incluindo campos rupestres. No Pampa (RS), a CMPC Brasil mantém duas RPPNs que somam 2,6 mil hectares, contribuindo para a conservação desse bioma único no sul do país. No Pantanal (MS), a Caiman, Pantanal integra turismo ecológico, conservação e geração de conhecimento, sendo referência mundial na proteção da onça-pintada e da arara-azul. Já na Amazônia, a Fundação Cristalino (MT) atua no fortalecimento da proteção florestal, da pesquisa e da educação ambiental. Além da troca de experiências entre os membros e do fortalecimento das políticas ambientais, a RBRP tem o objetivo de desenvolver estudos científicos, promover capacitações e atuar como apoiadora de projetos de conservação, contribuindo para o cumprimento das metas globais de biodiversidade estabelecidas no Marco de Kunming-Montreal. Com governança colaborativa, a iniciativa contará com membros fundadores, membros efetivos e observadores, permitindo a participação tanto de instituições que já possuem reservas formalizadas quanto de organizações aspirantes ou apoiadoras. Segundo o regimento da RBRP, reservas privadas de proteção da natureza são áreas sob posse ou domínio privado, geridas de forma regular e efetiva para garantir a conservação da biodiversidade a longo prazo, bem como os serviços ecossistêmicos e valores culturais associados. Assinam o regimento da Rede Brasileira de Reservas Privadas: Vale, Anglo American Minério de Ferro Brasil S/A, Caiman Pantanal, Fundação Cristalino, Fundação Eco+/BASF, Instituto Ambiental Vale, Instituto Ecofuturo, Instituto Marcos Daniel, Reserva Caruara, Reservas Votorantim Ltda e Suzano. Além delas, a CMPC Brasil integra a rede como membro efetivo.