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(63 articles)Rail Freight Gains Ground in Fly Ash Transportation Strategy
The Energy and Resources Institute (TERI) has published research examining the role of rail transportation in fly ash distribution networks. Fly ash, a byproduct of thermal power generation, represent
GenCost Study: Decade of Energy Disruption Reshapes Australia
CSIRO's GenCost report marks a critical inflection point in Australia's energy infrastructure transformation. Over the past decade, technological disruption, cost reduction in renewables, and evolving
Electric Lorries Transform Urban Delivery Operations Across Europe
Electric lorries represent a structural shift in urban logistics, moving beyond niche applications to become mainstream delivery tools across European cities. This transition directly affects last-mil
Tesla, Paper Transport Pilot Electric Semis in Chicago
Paper Transport Inc., a Wisconsin-based carrier with a 15-year sustainability track record, has launched a pilot evaluation of Tesla's Semi Long Range in dedicated Chicago market operations. This part
Electric Fleet Rollout Transforms Moving & Storage Industry
The moving and storage industry is entering a significant transition phase with the commencement of electric vehicle fleet deployments. This structural shift represents a fundamental change in how las
ESG Factors Drive New Supply Chain Growth Opportunities
Environmental, social, and governance (ESG) considerations are increasingly shaping supply chain strategy and creating new business opportunities for organizations that proactively integrate these fac
Transatlantic Shipping Partnership Cuts Emissions on Major Trade Route
A strategic shipping partnership has been established to provide lower-emission alternatives for transatlantic freight movements between North America and Europe. This collaboration represents a meani
Specialized Fleet Owners Struggle With End-of-Life Vehicle Recycling
Specialized fleet owners operating heavy lift and project forwarding equipment are encountering significant obstacles in recycling aging assets, a structural challenge that extends beyond routine vehi
Blue Yonder Advances Sustainable Agriculture Supply Chains
Blue Yonder, a leading supply chain software provider, is addressing critical sustainability challenges within agricultural supply chains through technology-enabled solutions and industry expertise. T
Voltempo Joins Includability Scheme as First EV Freight Firm
Voltempo, a Birmingham-based electric freight company, has achieved a sector milestone by becoming the first electric freight operator to join the Includability employer scheme—a workplace diversity a
Lola Valentina Partners FedEx & Returnity for Scalable Reusable Packaging
Lola Valentina, a fashion retailer, has partnered with FedEx and Returnity to implement reusable packaging across its shipping operations, enabling growth while reducing environmental impact. This col
Lineas and Novelis Expand Rail Freight Partnership for Aluminum
Lineas, Europe's leading rail freight operator, and Novelis, a global aluminum recycling leader, have deepened their partnership to enhance rail-based transportation of recycled aluminum products. Thi
G2 Ocean Launches Emission Reduction Certificates for Shipping
G2 Ocean has introduced Emission Reduction Certificates (ERCs), a new financial instrument designed to help ocean freight operators—particularly those in heavy lift and project forwarding—quantify and
DP World Launches EcoRoute Platform for Supply Chain Optimization
DP World has launched EcoRoute, a new digital platform designed to enhance supply chain visibility and performance through intelligent route optimization. This technology-driven initiative represents
Linfox Launches Electric Heavy Truck Fleet in Australia
Linfox, one of Australia's largest logistics operators, has announced a significant deployment of electric heavy-duty trucks to its fleet. This strategic move represents a major commitment to decarbon
DP World Launches Supply Chain Decarbonisation Platform
DP World, a leading global port operator and logistics provider, has launched a dedicated supply chain decarbonisation platform designed to enable customers and partners to measure, monitor, and reduc
India Launches Rail-Based Fly Ash Transport Initiative
India is advancing a sustainability-focused initiative to transport fly ash—a byproduct of coal-fired power generation—via rail networks rather than road transport. This modal shift represents a strat
Zero-Emission Trucks: Decarbonizing Road Freight Beyond Visible Costs
A new scientific analysis published in Nature's Scientific Reports examines the critical role of zero-emission trucks in decarbonizing road freight transport while accounting for often-overlooked inta
Railways Deploy Green Initiative for Fly Ash Transport
A new green initiative is redirecting fly ash transportation from road to railways, representing a meaningful shift in how industrial waste is managed within the supply chain ecosystem. This modal shi
Hydrogen Economy Under Review After Middle East Supply Chain Crisis
Recent supply chain disruptions originating from the Middle East are prompting a strategic reassessment of the hydrogen economy as a cornerstone of sustainable logistics transformation. The region's r
Paper Sector Faces Creative Challenges at BIR Spring 2026
The Bureau of International Recycling's spring convention in 2026 signals mounting pressures on the global paper sector to innovate beyond traditional recycling approaches. Industry stakeholders are c
Prologis & PragmaCharge Launch EV Hub at Port of Valencia
Prologis and PragmaCharge are building a dedicated electric heavy-truck charging facility at MercaValencia adjacent to the Port of Valencia, designed to support simultaneous charging of up to 48 elect
Long Beach Port Launches 150-Mile Green Truck Corridor
The Port of Long Beach is advancing its sustainability agenda by collaborating with agricultural supplier Wonderful Co. and transportation provider Lincoln Transportation Services to establish a dedic
Solar + Warehouse Robotics: The Supply Chain Sustainability Game-Changer
The convergence of rooftop solar installations and warehouse robotics represents a meaningful shift in how logistics facilities can optimize both energy consumption and operational efficiency. By comb
Contargo Deploys First Electric Trucks in France
Contargo has deployed its first electric trucks in France, marking a significant step toward decarbonizing European road freight operations. This initiative reflects growing pressure on logistics prov
Amazon Deploys 50,000 Electric Vans Globally, Reshaping Last-Mile
Amazon has now deployed 50,000 electric delivery vans across its global operations, marking a significant milestone in the e-commerce giant's commitment to decarbonizing its supply chain. This represe
California Green Truck Corridor: Zero-Emission Freight Initiative
A multi-stakeholder consortium is developing California's first dedicated 'Green Truck Corridor,' establishing infrastructure and operational frameworks to enable zero-emission heavy-duty freight move
Kenvue Canada Tests Electric Delivery Route With Fuel Transport
Kenvue Canada and Fuel Transport have initiated a collaborative pilot program to validate the viability of dedicated urban electric delivery routes. This partnership represents a targeted effort to re
Green Industrial Policy Beyond Tariffs: Strategic Approach
The Centre for Economic Policy Research (CEPR) challenges conventional tariff-focused approaches to green industrial policy, advocating for more comprehensive strategies that balance climate objective
Aluminium CBAM 2026: What Supply Chain Teams Must Know Now
The European Union's Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM) will expand to include aluminium tariffs beginning in 2026, marking a structural shift in global trade policy and procurement strategy fo
Brazilian Ports Drive Decarbonization to Secure Trade Competitiveness
Brazilian port operators are implementing accelerated decarbonization programs as a strategic response to maintain their competitive position in global logistics. This initiative reflects a broader re
EU Harmonizes Transport Emissions Rules—What Shippers Must Know
The European Union has implemented new harmonized rules for calculating transport emissions, establishing standardized methodologies across member states and transport modes. This regulatory shift rep
CMA CGM Deploys Largest LNG Container Ship, Advancing Green Shipping
CMA CGM, one of the world's leading container shipping lines, has taken delivery of its largest liquefied natural gas (LNG)-powered containership, representing a significant milestone in the industry'
Climate-Resilient Ports Transform Global Trade Infrastructure
The maritime industry is undergoing a fundamental shift as ports globally recognize climate change as a material threat to supply chain continuity. This trend reflects the growing adoption of climate
Amazon Expands E-Cargo Bike Delivery to Washington D.C.
Amazon has initiated a 10-month pilot program in Washington, D.C., deploying up to 15 electric cargo bikes for package delivery—marking the company's second U.S. trial after Brooklyn and Manhattan exp
Czechia Pushes EU for Urgent Rail Freight Action on Green Logistics
Czechia is escalating calls for immediate European Union action on rail freight policy to bolster green logistics initiatives and reinforce supply chain resilience across the continent. This demand re
Kenvue, Fuel Transport Test Electric Delivery in Urban Canada
Kenvue Canada and Fuel Transport have launched a pilot program to test dedicated urban electric delivery routes, marking a notable step in the healthcare and consumer products sector's transition towa
GreenLine Expands LNG Freight Operations in India's Diesel Shift
GreenLine's expansion of its LNG presence marks a significant inflection point in India's freight transportation landscape. As one of the subcontinent's largest logistics markets grapples with environ
Building Climate-Resilient Supply Chains in a Changing World
As climate-related disruptions become increasingly frequent and unpredictable, businesses across sectors face mounting pressure to embed climate resilience into their supply chain strategies. This art
GreenLine Champions LNG Adoption in Freight as Fuel Concerns Mount
GreenLine is advancing liquefied natural gas (LNG) adoption in the freight and transportation sector as environmental and operational fuel concerns intensify across supply chains. This initiative refl
EV Truck Power Demand Outpaces Grid Capacity, Threatens Logistics
The rapid shift toward electric heavy-duty trucks presents a critical infrastructure challenge: the power grid and charging networks are not scaling fast enough to support the megawatt-level demand th
Geopolitical Risk Reshapes Plastic Supply Chains & Circular Carbon Strategy
The Baker Institute analysis connects geopolitical instability with emerging circular carbon pathways in the plastics industry, signaling a structural shift in how manufacturers source and process pla
Driverless Electric Trucks Launch Ohio Warehouse Routes This Summer
A groundbreaking pilot is underway to deploy driverless, cab-less electric trucks for inter-warehouse cargo transport in Ohio this summer. This represents a significant technological milestone in supp
Azerbaijan Launches Modern Green Logistics Model for Region
Azerbaijan is advancing a forward-thinking approach to regional logistics by implementing a modern green logistics model, according to an international expert quoted by state news agency Azərtac. This
California launches $1B ZEV truck rebate program with up to $120k
California has launched the California Clean Fuel Rewards (CCFR) program, a $1 billion incentive initiative designed to accelerate zero-emission vehicle (ZEV) adoption in the commercial trucking secto
GM Reaches 100% Renewable Energy for US Operations
General Motors has announced that it has achieved 100% renewable energy sourcing for its United States operations, positioning itself as the first major U.S. automaker to reach this milestone. Additio
Kuehne+Nagel Partners with Hapag-Lloyd to Reduce Ocean Freight Emissions
Kuehne+Nagel, one of the world's leading logistics providers, has announced a strategic collaboration with Hapag-Lloyd, a major ocean shipping line, to reduce carbon emissions from ocean freight opera
Kuehne+Nagel & Hapag-Lloyd Expand Green Shipping Partnership
Kuehne+Nagel and Hapag-Lloyd have announced an expansion of their strategic partnership focused on low-emission ocean shipping solutions. This development reflects a broader industry trend toward deca
Hapag-Lloyd & Kuehne+Nagel Partner on Sustainable Container Shipping
Hapag-Lloyd, one of the world's largest container shipping lines, has partnered with Kuehne+Nagel, a leading global freight forwarder, to advance environmental sustainability in ocean freight. This co
5 Steps to Build Climate-Resilient Supply Chains
Marsh has published guidance on five critical steps for organizations to enhance supply chain resilience in the face of escalating climate risks. This framework addresses the growing reality that clim