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Oil production in Brazil reached a record high in June as rising supplies from producers a world away from the Middle East cushion disruption from the fallout of the war in Iran.
PRESS RELEASE HappyRobot Raises $150 Million Series C to Build Enterprise Superintelligence Aug 4, 2026 8:30 AM Eastern Daylight Time New funding led by Prysm Capital and co-led by Eurazeo will accelerate global growth as HappyRobot expands its engineering, deployment and go-to-market teams SAN FRANCISCO–(BUSINESS WIRE)–HappyRobot, the company putting AI agents to work across complex enterprise operations, today announced it has raised $150 million in Series C funding led by Prysm Capital and co-led ... The post HappyRobot raises $150m, fetches $1.2bn valuation appeared first on The Loadstar .
Lufthansa’s logistics division – whose main component is Lufthansa Cargo, posted an adjusted EBIT in Q2 of €116m, an increase of 58% on the same period last year while revenues were up 27% year on year, to just over €1bn. At a conference call in Frankfurt today, attended by The Loadstar, group chairman and CEO Carsten Spohr, said: “The second-quarter operating environment for air cargo was anything but easy, the conflict ... The post Geopolitical uncertainty propels Lufthansa Cargo’s Q2 appeared first on The Loadstar .
Lufthansa’s logistics division – whose main component is Lufthansa Cargo, posted an adjusted EBIT in Q2 of€116m, an increase of58%on the same period last year while revenueswere up 27% year on year, to just over€1bn. At a conference call in Frankfurt today, attended byThe Loadstar, group chairman and CEO Carsten Spohr, said:“The second-quarter operating environment for air cargo was anything but easy, the conflictin the Middle East affecting the reliability of global supply chain networks which had to be adjusted at short notice in an environment like this, one thing becomes clear once again. “The more complex and unpredictable the global economy becomes, the more a growing cargo business, like Lufthansa Cargo, shows its worth.” He added:“In particular, the crisis in the Middle East triggered a surge in demand onroutes to the Far East and for our new and now almost daily, transpacific connection, as wellas our new intra-Asia routes.” He went on to highlight that“this commercial successwas the result of the consistent execution of our strategy and our increasingly strong focus on high-margin products, semiconductors and more and more IP server equipment for the growing AI-driven investments in computers around the world and data centres”. The group noted that, in the context of a significantly changed market environment, due to the conflict in the Middle East and the corresponding reduction in competitorscapacity in the region, Lufthansa Cargo’s freight business had“gained momentum in overall terms”. The reduction in capacity on the market and the strong rise in fuel costs led to a significant increase in yields compared with previous quarters. Demand was driven by continued strong business in the Asia/Pacific region in particular. This was reflected in an increase in cargo tonnage. India had also performed strongly, said the company. But higher fuel and charter costs in particular had a negative impact on expenses. Capacity, expressed as availablecargo tonnekn (ATK), grew a modest 2% versus the previous year, mainly driven by 6% bellyhold growth, particularly from Italian airlinesubsidiary, ITAAirways.Traffic, expressed as revenue cargo tonne km (CTK) increased 3%, while the cargo load factor was stable, at 62.9%. Mr Spohr also drew attention to the modernisation of Lufthansa Cargo’s groundinfrastructure. “At the end of June, we brought the first, and most important, phase of our new Frankfurtcargo centre into operation. This will make our handling operations even more reliable, more efficient, and more productive, and obviously will contribute to the premium positioning of Lufthansa Cargo.”
A cargo ship transiting the Strait of Hormuz was struck by an unknown projectile late Monday, leaving one crew member missing and the ship disabled in the latest attack on...
The prospect of a deal between the US and Iran appeared to be gaining traction on Tuesday, after Qatar said a proposal had been drafted and American Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent sounded hopeful on an agreement to reopen the Strait of Hormuz.
Danish product tanker giant Torm has been linked to an order for up to eight MR newbuildings at China’s Zhoushan Changhong International Shipyard. Shipbroking sources are reporting a deal covering six firm 50,000 dwt tankers and options for another two, priced at about $46m each. The firm ships would be worth a combined $276m, rising …
Artificial intelligence and semiconductor exports are reshaping Asia-Pacific freight markets, booming technology shipments offsetting weaker consumer demand as global supply chains enter the traditional peak season. According to Dimerco Express’s latest Asia-Pacific market report, the global manufacturing outlook remains positive, despite signs of slower growth. The Global Manufacturing PMI stood at 52.2 in June, marking an eleventh consecutive month of expansion, although growth eased from May’s 50-month high of 52.7. However, the divergence ... The post Asia Pacific: cheaper space, but not cheaper shipping, warns Dimerco appeared first on The Loadstar .
Artificial intelligence and semiconductor exports are reshaping Asia-Pacific freight markets, booming technology shipments offsetting weaker consumer demand as global supply chains enter the traditional peak season. According to Dimerco Express’s latest Asia-Pacific market report, the global manufacturing outlook remains positive, despite signs of slower growth. The Global Manufacturing PMI stood at 52.2 in June, marking an eleventh consecutive month of expansion, although growth eased from May’s 50-month high of 52.7. However, the divergence between technology and consumer demand is becoming increasingly pronounced across both air and ocean freight markets. Dimerco Express noted that Taiwan continued to see robust export demand for AI servers, semiconductors, and other hi-tech products, keeping air freight capacity tight on major US routes, with South Korea experiencing a similar trend, with AI and semiconductor cargo replacing e-commerce as the primary driver of capacity on Asia-US lanes. By contrast, consumer-focused ecommerce volumes have weakened significantly, particularly into Europe, following the EU’s removal of its de minimis exemption for low-value imports on 1 July. “What we’re seeing is a market split in two,” said Kathy Liu, VP of global sales and marketing at Dimerco Express Group. “AI demand out of Taiwan just keeps climbing, while the ecommerce base that carried Europe is gone with the de minimis change. The shift has prompted airlines to reduce freighter capacity into Europe, pushing air freight rates lower across the continent during what is traditionally the region’s seasonal lull. Meanwhile, on the ocean freight side, the report explained that the surge in front-loaded shipments ahead of US tariff deadlines had peaked, with transpacific freight rates already easing from July highs, despite continued seasonal retail replenishment keeping vessel space tight. However, lower freight rates are not translating into cheaper shipping overall ,according to the forwarder. “The front-loading wave has passed its peak; transpacific rates are coming off their highs and Europe looks set to follow. But the cost floor isn’t moving – fuel and canal surcharges won’t fall with demand, so expect cheaper space, not cheaper shipping,” said Ted Chen, Dimerco’s director of ocean freight, global sales and marketing. At the same time, the uncertainty surrounding US trade policy is expected to keep landed costs volatile, added Dimerco, warning that proposed Section 301 replacement duties covering more than 60 trading partners, including Vietnam, Thailand, and India, could reset sourcing costs. Across Asia-Pacific, the report highlighted contrasting market conditions. Peak season is tightening ocean capacity to Europe and North America from South-east Asia, while intra-Asia services remain relatively stable. Thailand and Malaysia continue to experience tight air freight capacity, Singapore is facing European backlogs, and Australia is seeing softer capacity and stabilising rates. In China, weakening ecommerce demand is weighing on transpacific air volumes, and ocean carriers are reducing rates as export demand softens. However, Dimerco underscored that weather-related delays were preventing sharper price declines. Looking ahead, Dimerco advised shippers to secure capacity early on high-demand lanes, particularly from Taiwan, South Korea, and South-east Asia, while considering China-Europe rail services as an alternative where appropriate. The company also recommended building additional buffer time into supply chains as weather disruption, geopolitical risks, and fuel price volatility continued to challenge global freight markets during the remainder of the peak season.
Yemen’s Houthi rebels have rejected reports alleging their intent to impose tolls on transiting the Bab al-Mandab Strait, with carriers seemingly showing more faith in the Iran-backed group as crossings increase. Citing “unspecified regional sources”, Reuters reported last week, also covered by The Loadstar, that “the Houthis may start to impose fees on international commercial vessels transiting the Red Sea and Bab al Mandeb Strait”. But the group told The Loadstar: “We ... The post No charge for Bab al-Mandab Strait transits, Houthis tell The Loadstar appeared first on The Loadstar .
Yemen’s Houthi rebels have rejected reports alleging their intent to impose tolls on transiting the Bab al-Mandab Strait, with carriers seemingly showing more faith in the Iran-backed group as crossings increase. Citing “unspecified regional sources”,Reutersreported last week,also covered byThe Loadstar,that “the Houthis may start to impose fees on international commercial vessels transiting the Red Sea and Bab al Mandeb Strait”. But the group toldThe Loadstar: “We categorically deny these claims and confirm we have neither taken nor considered decisions to impose fees for transiting the Bab al-Mandab Strait. “We emphasise [that] transit through the Bab al-Mandab Strait is free of charge. Furthermore, the services we provide – including the Safe Transit Service for vessels – are, as is well known, entirely free of charge.” Conditions in the Red Sea have been somewhat confusing for several years, with an on-off campaign being conducted by the Houthis as part of their support for Israel’s war on Palestine. The current working assumption is that all vessels may be subject to attack, but the Houthis have reduced their core target list to ships explicitly supporting the Israeli state, particularly Zim. Some clarity was provided in the statement toThe Loadstar, the group noting: “All vessels outside the scope of the declared ban may transit safely. Additionally, for added assurance, such vessels may submit a safe transit request”. It added: “We categorically confirm that any individual or entity requesting the payment of money in exchange for transiting the Bab al-Mandab Strait does not represent the Republic of Yemen or HOCC in any capacity whatsoever.” Carriers seem to be listening, with CMA CGM and Maersk having upped their Suez transits and Linerlytica reporting that the number of containerships detouring around the Cape of Good Hope has dropped to a 2.5-year low. Hovering around 5.2% of the global containership fleet, this drop is pronounced – at their peak, diversions accounted for 16% of the fleet. Linerlytica said: “CMA CGM and Maersk continue to drive the early return to the trans-Suez route, directing ships on their EPIC and AE11 westbound voyages through the Bab el Mandeb. The ships will avoid calling at Saudi ports and will head directly to Suez.”
bound4blue's eSail to cut energy consumption on multipurpose vessel by 10% on route serving Pacific islands.
bound4blue's eSail to cut energy consumption on multipurpose vessel by 10% on route serving Pacific islands. August 4, 2026 A newbuild multipurpose vessel that serves as a lifeline for the islands of French Polynesia has been delivered with a bound4blue suction sail, the first known example of a multipurpose vessel with a wind propulsion system, according to the company. Na Hiro E Paehad a single 22-metre suction sail installed at Spain’s Astilleros Armon Vigo before delivery to owner Société de Navigation des Australes Tuha'a Pae Shipping Company (SNA THP). The ship connects French Polynesia’s main island Tahiti with the remote Austral islands to the south, carrying up to 200 passengers and 1,500 tonnes of cargo. It will join a lineage of SNA THP vessels that have served the islands since 1970. The first wind assisted propulsion system deployed in the region is expected to reduce the ship's energy consumption by around 10%, and sits alongsidebiofueland e-fuel capable engines, and electric pod propulsion. Na Hiro E Paewill fulfill a contract to provide at least 26 rotations of its route, as well as a monthly call at Rapa, an island with no airport. Related:China leads in alternative fuels as Europe loses ground The multipurpose vessel becomes the 12th ship with eSails installed, a tally of 50 eSails when bound4blue’s orderbook of six vessels is counted. Austral Islands Cruises is taking its first bookings on Na Hiro E Pae from December 2026 for services currently served by 2012-builtTuhaa Pae IV. The French government gave support to the fleet renewal project, and bound4blue was selected to provide wind propulsion in January 2024 after an international tender process. Boris Piel, technical director, SNA THP, said: "The completion of this installation brings us one step closer to welcoming a new generation of vessel into service for the people of the Austral Islands. Sustainability was a key objective throughout the design process, and the eSAIL forms an important part of a wider package of technologies that will help us reduce energy consumption and environmental impact, while maintaining the reliable transport services our communities depend upon. José Miguel Bermúdez, CEO and co-founder of bound4blue, said: “Multipurpose vessels have traditionally been seen as a challenging segment for wind power, due to the required flexibility of operations and related integration demands. This project demonstrates how systems suppliers, naval architects, shipowners and other key stakeholders can solve such issues, collaborating closely to empower progress. Read more about: Gary Howard Middle East correspondent Gary Howard is the Middle East Correspondent for Seatrade Maritime News and has written for Seatrade Cruise, Seatrade Maritime Review and was News Editor at Lloyd’s List. Gary’s maritime career started after catching the shipping bug during a research assignment for the offshore industry. Working out of Seatrade's head office in the UK, he also produces and contributes to conference programmes for Seatrade events including CMA Shipping, Seatrade Maritime Logistics Middle East and Marintec. Gary’s favourite topics within the maritime industry are decarbonisation and wind-assisted propulsion; he particularly enjoys reporting from industry events. Gary Howard regularly moderates at international maritime events. Below you’ll find a list of selected past conferences and webinars. Ports of Refuge: Strengthening Maritime Resilience, at Seatrade Maritime Logistics Middle East 2025 Debunking LEO and Cloud for Maritime Industry, December 2022 (watch on-demand recording) Making Data Work for Shipping at Seatrade ShipTech Virtual 2021 Is the Zero-Carbon Future a Slow Shipping Future?at Seatrade ShipTech Virtual 2021 Is Ship Finance Transforming Faster than Shipping?at Seatrade ShipTech Virtual 2021
Energia: FI a Pichetto, ora messa in sicurezza centrali Brindisi e Civitavecchia Il Sole 24 ORE
D'Attis e Battilocchio incontrano il ministro dell'Ambiente (Il Sole 24 Ore Radiocor) - Roma, 04 ago - 'Mettere in sicurezza gli impianti di Cerano e Torre Valdaliga Nord e rendere utilizzabili le aree per ulteriori nuovi investimenti: e'' questa la richiesta che abbiamo rivolto oggi al ministro Pichetto Fratin, che ringraziamo per la consueta disponibilita' e attenzione". Cosi' in una nota i deputati FI Mauro D'Attis e Alessandro Battilocchio, primi firmatari della legge sulla transizione post-carbone a Brindisi e Civitavecchia, a margine dell'incontro con il ministro dell'Ambiente e della Sicurezza energetica.
"Come e' noto - proseguono - sono giunte tantissime manifestazioni di interesse in risposta al bando Mimit, promosso dai comitati interministeriali ad hoc: sono tutte felici conseguenze della nostra legge. Si sta entrando in una fase decisiva, in cui e' necessario sgomberare il campo da strumentalizzazioni che hanno creato solo confusione nelle ultime settimane. La messa in sicurezza dei due impianti e' un passaggio importantissimo e non secondario rispetto al rilancio industriale post-carbone che stiamo portando avanti nei due territori. Quell'attivita' occupera' imprese e lavoratori e ad essa seguira' l'insediamento di nuove industrie".
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The third MSC episode out at the end of last week, clearly outlined how the Italians are trying to put pressure on their rivals. The flip side of that narrative is how the leading ocean carrier worldwide is thinking about tech and AI, and what stands out for its management team in order to continue to gain market share across various modes in the supply chain. In this context, Aponte junior was ... The post EXCLUSIVE: AI and tech, the MSC way appeared first on The Loadstar .
The third MSC episode out at the end of last week, clearly outlined how the Italians are trying to put pressure on their rivals. The flip side of that narrative is how the leading ocean carrier worldwide is thinking about tech and AI, and what stands out for its management team in order to continue to gain market share across various modes in the supply chain. In this context, Aponte junior was quoted by the press at the end of July as ...
…was when other deals that could have happened, never came through. Take would-be target JAS Worldwide, a private, highly respected second-tier forwarder from Atlanta, for instance. And so While all eyes now are on the possible Apex Logistics spin-off*, which some sources suggest is a way to crystallise that K+N unit’s value but also to make Kuehne + Nagel leaner in terms of governance, there are signs in forwarding pointing to a lack ... The post The day DSV rocked confidence in forwarding M&A… appeared first on The Loadstar .
…was when other deals that could have happened, never came through. Take would-be target JAS Worldwide, a private, highly respected second-tier forwarder from Atlanta, for instance. And so While all eyes now are on the possible Apex Logistics spin-off*, which some sources suggest is a way to crystallise that K+N unit’s value but also to make Kuehne + Nagel leaner in terms of governance, there are signs in forwarding pointing to a lack of M&A that is a “direct function of DSV’s inability ...
Ocean Network Express (ONE) reported a sharp fall in quarterly earnings, despite higher revenue, as rising fuel costs and continued disruption in the Middle East offset improving freight rates and stronger cargo demand. The Singapore-headquartered carrier group posted revenue of $4.54bn for the three months of its financial year, to 30 June, up $490m year on year – but net profit fell $55m, to $31m. EBIT came in at $76m, while EBITDA ... The post Sharp fall in Q1 profits – but ONE’s new network strategy paying off appeared first on The Loadstar .
Ocean Network Express (ONE) reported a sharp fall in quarterly earnings, despite higher revenue, as rising fuel costs and continued disruption in the Middle East offset improving freight rates and stronger cargo demand. The Singapore-headquartered carrier group posted revenue of $4.54bn for the three months of its financial year, to 30 June, up $490m year on year – but net profit fell $55m, to $31m. EBIT came in at $76m, while EBITDA reached $329m. Liftings increased, to 3.28m teu, driven by growth on transpacific, Asia-Europe and Latin America trades, while the average freight rate improved, to $1,300 per teu. CEO Till Ole Barrelet said: “The first quarter reflected a demanding market, with Middle East disruption raising fuel and operating costs across the industry. As demand recovered through the quarter, we improved yields and maintained high utilisation. “We have raised our full-year forecast and remain focused on operational agility as conditions evolve. This reflects the dedication of our global team and the steady progress of our ONE2030 strategy. As market uncertainties persist, our priorities are protecting our people and assets, ensuring service reliability for our customers, and delivering sustainable long-term value for our stakeholders.” ONE said demand had strengthened significantly through the quarter, shifting from mixed conditions in April to sustained recovery in May and June.Cargo volumes from China increased as shippers front-loaded imports ahead of expected fuel surcharge increases, possible tariff changes, and inventory restocking, boosting transpacific demand. Asia-Europe volumes also continued to recover. The carrier said the global container fleet had expanded by more than 300,000 teu during the quarter, to more than 34m teu, but this had been partially absorbed by continued congestion and disruption linked to the Strait of Hormuz.It had maintained high vessel utilisation through “disciplined capacity management”, despite higher operating costs caused by rising fuel prices. ONE launched its new east-west service network in April, introduced service upgrades across multiple trades, and continued deploying newbuilds under its ONE2030 strategy “to improve network competitiveness” while reducing its environmental footprint. Reflecting stronger freight rates and demand, the Japanese carrier grouping upgraded its full-year profit forecast to $900m, triple its previous guidance of $300m. “Spot freight rates have remained on an upward trend since the first quarter. Backed by solid cargo demand, higher freight rate levels are expected to persist, particularly through the second quarter across various trades,” it said. “Despite adjusting our second-half outlook for higher fuel costs, the first-half profit has been substantially revised upward from the previousguidance.” The outlook assumes operating conditions in the Strait of Hormuz stabilise to pre-conflict levels by October, with Cape of Good Hope diversions continuing for the remainder of the fiscal year.
Energia: scenari e prospettive verso il 2030 e il 2050 in primo piano a RemTech Expo ENEA – Efficienza Energetica
Il 16 settembre, la Fiera di Ferrara ospiterà, nell'ambito diRemTech Expo 2026, la sessioneEnergia. Scenario generale verso il 2030 e il 2050, un momento di confronto dedicato alle prospettive della transizione energetica italiana e alle strategie per coniugare decarbonizzazione, competitività, innovazione e sicurezza energetica (Sala MIT, Padiglione 1, ore 14.30 – 16.30). L'incontro riunirà i principali protagonisti istituzionali e tecnico-scientifici della transizione energetica italiana, con la partecipazione di rappresentanti delMinistero dell'Ambiente e della Sicurezza Energetica (MASE),ENEA,GSE,ISPRA,RSE,Regione LombardiaeSOGIN. L'obiettivo è fare il punto sul percorso di decarbonizzazione del Paese, sugli obiettivi delineati dalPiano Nazionale Integrato Energia e Clima (PNIEC)e sulle prospettive della transizione energetica verso il 2030 e il 2050. Per ENEA sarà presenteNicolandrea Calabrese, Responsabile del Laboratorio efficienza energetica negli Edifici e Sviluppo Urbano, che interverrà sui temi del monitoraggio dell'efficienza energetica e dell'analisi dei dati del parco immobiliare. Il contributo offrirà un quadro aggiornato degli strumenti di monitoraggio e delle analisi a supporto delle politiche di riqualificazione energetica degli edifici, evidenziando il ruolo strategico dei dati nella definizione di interventi efficaci per la riduzione dei consumi del patrimonio edilizio. Coordinata daMichele Benini(Direttore del Dipartimento Sviluppo dei Sistemi Energetici di RSE), la sessione affronterà i principali argomenti al centro della transizione energetica: dallo sviluppo delle fonti rinnovabili e delle Comunità Energetiche Rinnovabili (CER) agli strumenti di pianificazione territoriale e di semplificazione autorizzativa, dal monitoraggio dell'efficienza energetica all'innovazione tecnologica fino ai temi del nucleare. Un confronto di alto livello che favorirà un dialogo tra istituzioni, enti di ricerca e stakeholder per delineare le prospettive energetiche del Paese verso il 2050. Per maggiori informazioni e per il programma completo Il Dipartimento Unità Efficienza Energetica (DUEE) svolge il ruolo di "Agenzia Nazionale per l'Efficienza Energetica" assegnato a ENEA dal D.lgs. n. 115/2008 e intende essere il riferimento nazionale in tema di efficienza energetica nei confronti della Pubblica Amministrazione (centrale e locale), dei cittadini, delle imprese e più in generale del territorio, rendendo disponibili metodologie e soluzioni innovative nonché svolgendo attività di supporto tecnico-scientifico per l’uso efficiente dell’energia, la riduzione dei consumi energetici e l’ottimizzazione dei processi, con forte attenzione alla qualità e alla responsabilità sociale delle scelte operate.
Transpacific rates have rebounded with the major box lines succeeding in implementing rate hikes. Friday’s Shanghai Containerised Freight Index showed both the Shanghai-US West Coast and Shanghai-US East Coast rates were up just over 12% from 24 July, to $6,229 and $9,054 per 40ft, respectively, bucking the trend seen on Asia-Europe routes where freight rates remain under downward pressure. Typhoons in China – Bavi and Noul in late July – caused persistent ... The post Liner price hikes give spot rates on the transpacific a boost appeared first on The Loadstar .
Transpacific rates have rebounded with the major box lines succeeding in implementing rate hikes. Friday’s Shanghai Containerised Freight Index showed both the Shanghai-US West Coast and Shanghai-US East Coast rates were up just over 12% from 24 July, to $6,229 and $9,054 per 40ft, respectively, bucking the trend seen on Asia-Europe routes where freight rates remain under downward pressure. Typhoons in China – Bavi and Noul in late July – caused persistent congestion in ports around the Yangtze and Pearl river deltas, which resulted in a shortage of containers and shipping slots. Linerlytica said: “Cargo demand remains strong out of Asia, and persistent port congestion in China has created space and equipment shortages that have kept freight rates at elevated levels, giving carriers sufficient confidence to upgrade their earnings forecasts for the third quarter.” It noted that the SCFI did not reflect the real-time situation, as Asia-USEC and Asia-USEC rates had gone up to $7,000 and $9,500 per 40ft, respectively. The consultancy added: “The rate rally comes as somewhat of a surprise, given the SCFI and SCFIS’s (container futures) recent correction, but transpacific cargo volumes remain firm into August, while capacity out of China remains constrained due to port congestion at both Central and South China ports.” Drewry suggested that following softening demand and the slowdown in front-loading activity, carriers were actively managing transpacific capacity through blanked sailings – this week, eight voyages will be blanked, following seven last week. For example, yesterday, ONE announced the scheduled call at Singapore on its Vietnam Shuttle Express service, which offers a shortened connection between Vietnam and the USWC on 11 August, would be blanked.
Disruptions on one of Europe’s most important trade arteries are poised to intensify after the Rhine fell to the lowest on record ahead of the peak summer dry season, with conditions likely to worsen in the weeks ahead.
The U.S. Army has used up much of its stockpile of highly accurate long-range missiles during its five-month war with Iran, according to three people familiar with the data, raising concerns about the military's readiness for future conflicts.