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Alabama Mercedes-Benz plant ends contract with plant logistics provider with 200 workers: ‘This chapter is ending’
A trucking and logistics company is ending a nearly 30-year relationship with Mercedes-Benz in Vance. Averitt has announced it will conclude its contract with the automaker on Dec. 31, affecting nearly 200 jobs ranging from drivers to...

Fracking ban rejected by Lancashire Reform group slamming 'luddite' opponents
Little Plumpton fracking site (Image: Copyright Unknown) The ruling Reform UK group on Lancashire County Council has refused to back a permanent ban on fracking – suggesting that technological developments could reduce the risks surrounding shale...

Salzgitter and Oldendorff Partner for Greener Shipping
Salzgitter Flachstahl GmbH, a subsidiary of Salzgitter AG, has forged a significant long-term partnership with Oldendorff Carriers aimed at slashing carbon emissions in the maritime transport of iron ore. This collaboration marks a pivotal step in...


Oakham says 'not in my backyard' to battery storage plan
OAKHAM ― Hundreds of residents nearly filled a school gymnasium on Thursday, Oct. 16, to voice concerns about a proposed battery storage facility. Many who spoke during the three-hour public hearing believe the project could trigger dangerous...

Reinventing fish distribution in East Africa
The company recorded a twelvefold revenue increase over the first seven months of the year and founder Clinton Obura believes building resilient cold chains and using digital tools are key to unlocking East Africa’s blue food economy. Can you...

Most AI privacy research looks the wrong way
Most research on LLM privacy has focused on the wrong problem, according to a new paper by researchers from Carnegie Mellon University and Northeastern University. The authors argue that while most technical studies target data memorization, the...

Can nuclear power curb shipping's huge carbon footprint?
On July 21, 1959, former US First Lady Mamie Eisenhower smashed a champagne bottle against the towering hull of the NS Savannah before the newly built ship slid into the Delaware River, carrying with it the lofty promise that shipping would be...

CADO raises $4.5 million pre-seed to drive regional, global expansion
UAE-founded gifting platform CADO has raised $4.5 million in a pre-seed round, led by Sanabil 500 alongside a German family office and several high-net-worth and angel investors. Founded in 2019 by Leila Al Marashi, CADO's platform combines...

Guarding your business in the digital age: Why last mile DDoS protection is essential for every SME
Article provided by Liquid Intelligent Technologies In South Africa’s fast-evolving digital landscape, small- and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are the engine of growth and innovation. As more businesses embrace digital tools and cloud-based...

How Technology Makes Logistics Smarter and More Reliable
In the current dynamic world of online shopping, the essence of a brand’s reputation hinges on its speed and reliability. Regardless of whether you run a small online boutique or a vast retail operation, customers anticipate smooth order...

The Festive Shift: How Indian Companies Are Turning to Tech-Enabled, Eco-Friendly Gifting Options.
With the advent and widespread adoption of technology, the corporate gifting landscape has undergone a silent transformation. New-age gifting, loyalty, and prepaid solutions have arrived in the market. They leverage innovative ideas, environmental...

Waaree Energies Q2 Profit Surges 134% YoY to ₹878 Cr On Strong Operational Growth
Mumbai-based Waaree Energies reported an impressive 69.96% year-on-year (YoY) growth in Q2 FY26, with quarterly income of ₹6,226.54 crore. the numbers will no doubt reassure investors who have been spooked by the volatility in the US market, a key...

RVNL driving sustainable rail projects for stronger, connected India: Company CMD
"With a strong focus on engineering excellence and innovation, RVNL remains a key enabler of India's vision for modern, future-ready railway infrastructure," the company said.The Rail Vikas Nigam Limited has been delivering technically advanced...

Fisheries Act charge withdrawn against Dartmouth company in juvenile eel case
A charge under the Fisheries Act against a Halifax-area transport company related to a seizure of roughly $250,000 worth of juvenile eels last year has been withdrawn by the prosecution. An official with Igloo Transport Ltd. said in the interview...

PCFC signs 6 Strategic Agreements with Leading Government and Technology Entities
Al Neyadi: Our partnerships at GITEX reflect PCFC’s commitment to building a sustainable technological ecosystem that drives digital transformation and reinforces Dubai and the UAE’s position as a global hub for innovation The Ports, Customs and...


Tech Revolution Poised to Redefine Global Workforce
ISLAMABAD: A new report by the World Economic Forum (WEF) has forecast a dramatic shift in global labour markets as emerging technologies such as artificial intelligence (AI), robotics, advanced energy systems, and sensor networks begin reshaping...

Iron Mountain: King Of Storage And Dispositions Offers Robust Return Prospects
IRM's Matterhorn Strategy: Accelerating Growth has worked out brilliantly, with it triggering the accelerated Growth Businesses segment at a 4Y CAGR of +20%. This builds upon the expansion of Growth Businesses revenue share at 28% in 2025, up from...

India's logistics cost to reduce to single digit by December: Gadkari
Union Minister Nitin Gadkari announced that India's logistics costs will drop to single digits by December this year, falling to 9% from 16% due to expressway expansion. New Delhi, Logistics cost in India will come down to single digit by December...