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New Fortress’ Puerto Rico Gas Shipments at Risk Amid Dispute

New Fortress Energy has reached a tentative deal that may allow it to deliver LNG to its terminal in Puerto Rico after it hammered out an agreement with tugboat operators, local media reported.

October 8, 2025
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Canadian Hockey Stick Factory Fends Off Trump Tariffs

As Roustan Hockey faces a trade war launched by President Donald Trump, the disruption underscores the broader turmoil that’s left the Canadian economy reeling.

October 8, 2025
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Mexico Risks New Tariff Hit on $15 Billion of Truck Exports

Mexican officials vowed to push back against new tariffs the Trump administration is planning on heavy trucks, yet another hurdle the U.S. is throwing in front of its southern neighbor.

October 8, 2025
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Dynamic Pricing Momentum on the Upswing in LTL, 3PL Segments

Dynamic pricing is not new to the trucking industry, but momentum is growing and may be at a tipping point in the LTL and 3PL segments, CSCMP Edge 2025 attendees were told.

October 8, 2025
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Trump Targets $12 Billion in New Energy Project Cuts

The Trump administration is considering canceling about $12 billion in energy projects, including funding for hydrogen ventures backed by U.S. oil majors, according to a list seen by Bloomberg.

October 7, 2025
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Tesla Unveils Cheaper Versions of Model Y SUV, Model 3 Sedan

Tesla introduced new versions of its top-selling models priced at under $40,000, making its main vehicles more affordable to counteract the loss of U.S. incentives for electric cars.

October 7, 2025
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Rapid Transformation & Record Results at Grand Island

Learn how Grand Island Express reallocated 80% of planners from routine work to high-value strategy. By automating decisions with Optimal Dynamics, the company topped revenue and loaded mile records leading to an increase of 17.3% in weekly revenue per truck.

October 7, 2025
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US Chicken Prices Fall 18% From Summer Peak

Tyson Foods, JBS and Cargill have leaned on poultry profits to cushion losses at their beef businesses, which have been impacted by the worst U.S. cattle shortage in decades.

October 7, 2025
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Trump Says US, Canada Can ‘Get There’ on Tariff Deal

Trump met with Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney on Oct. 7, and the president described the disagreements as “natural conflicts” because they’re competing for the same business.

October 7, 2025
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States’ Commercial Vehicle Dragnets Snag ELP, CDL Violations

Three states recently ramped up enforcement in response to renewed U.S. Department of Transportation attention to English-language proficiency issues.

October 7, 2025