Logistics News

Oldelval, a company in Argentina, expects Vaca Muerta production to reach 1 million bpd before 2028

Vaca Muerta shale in Argentina is 'on track' to produce 1 million barrels of oil a day by the second quarter of 2028. This was announced on Tuesday by Ricardo Hosel CEO of Oleoductos del Valle, an oil pipeline operator. Vaca Muerta, a vast shale deposit the size of Belgium, has transformed Argentina into a rapidly growing energy producer. It also raised hopes that it could be a major exporter. Oldelval 'is responsible for the transport of oil from the Vaca Muerta fields to Argentina's 'export ports' and manages a $1.4billion pipeline that 'connects' the western 'Neuquen basin', the home
Transport Infrastructure

US lawmakers propose to end 12% excise duty on heavy-duty vehicles
The Cerrejon coalmine in Colombia temporarily suspends its operations due to road blocks

Glencore's Cerrejon Mine in Colombia is one of the world's largest open-pit coal mines. It has been forced to suspend its operations due to blockades. It said that the site had halted all mining, rail, and port operations on Monday because of a blockade which began 'May 23' and disrupted the transportation of essential supplies. Cerrejon added that the group leading the blockade will meet Thursday with 'the vice minister of government for social dialogue. In a Monday statement, Cerrejon stated that the gradual resumption will depend on whether there are no new obstructions, interruptions or impacts to mobility along
LNG Transportation

US LNG exports drop in May due to maintenance; Asia's share rises
Spain records record high temperatures at sea for May

The port authority of Spain reported record sea temperatures for the month of May along most of the?coastline. This comes as the UN predicts a moderate to strong El Nino that could cause global temperatures to rise in the coming months. According to the Spanish port authority, six of the 14 buoys on the coast and 12 of the 15 buoys in deep water recorded their highest temperatures ever for the month May. Ruben del campo, spokesperson of Spanish weather agency AEMET, stated that the phenomenon was caused by human-caused climate changes. "Over the past decade, we've had just seven
Transportation

US to invest $8 billion in Azerbaijan energy, according to US officials

Caleb Orr, Assistant Secretary of State for the United States, said that a U.S.-Azerbaijan delegation signed 'commercial agreements' worth more than $8 billion and Washington will invest in Azerbaijan's energy sector. Orr said that the United States wanted to play a bigger role in Azerbaijan’s energy infrastructure projects. Orr responded to a query by saying, "We plan concrete investments in the?energy?sector." He said ExxonMobil was still an important partner for Azerbaijan, after signing a Memorandum of Understanding on new exploration possibilities at the Baku Energy Week?last year. Washington also supports Chevron's new exploration agreement signed during this year’s event. Orr
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Poland and Baltics look to protect energy assets after undersea cable cuts

The Baltic states are working with Poland to protect the energy facilities they need as they decouple their power grids from Russia, Lithuania's energy minister told Reuters, following damage to undersea cable televisions in the area. Polish and baltic state-run power grid operators are working on an arrangement to guarantee the smooth running of the decoupled system, and how to repair it if needed, Zygimantas Vaiciunas said in an interview...

Transport Infrastructure

Federal regulator suspends review of Union Pacific and Norfolk Southern's $85 Billion merger

The U.S. Surface Transportation Board announced on Thursday that it had paused its review of Union Pacific's and Norfolk Southern's $85billion merger application, as it sought a?larger?amount of information from the companies. In morning trading, shares of Union Pacific dropped 4.2% while Norfolk's fell 5.4%. STB, who has exclusive jurisdiction for railroad mergers, said that the companies' merger request had been accepted but that proceedings, including environmental review, were put on hold. The Department of Justice may provide non-binding legal advice. The STB stated that "Several aspects of revised application are unclear or underdeveloped, and need to be supplemented at...

FAA expects Boeing MAX 7 certification this summer and sees production increases

The 'head of the Federal Aviation Administration' said Wednesday that he expected the Boeing 737 MAX 7?to be certified this summer, and the MAX 10 - the larger version - to be approved by the end of?the?year. Bryan Bedford, FAA Administrator, said at an aviation conference in Washington that he expects Boeing to increase production of the 737 MAX again in the next ninety days. He said that the FAA backed Boeing's decision of increasing production from 42 planes per month to 47 planes. Bedford stated that it was important to the country for Boeing to be successful. "We're absolutely...

Boeing increases 737 production following consultation with FAA

Boeing will increase 737 production from 42 to '47' jets per month, following consultation with the Federal Aviation Administration. Boeing CEO Kelly Ortberg announced this on Wednesday. At the Bernstein Annual Strategic Decisions Conference,?Ortberg stated that "we're off and running?at the rate of 47 and we should be there within the next two months." Boeing's fourth 737 production facility in Everett (Washington) will allow the company to produce 52?jets per month by early next year. Ortberg stated, "I believe the entire world is watching to ensure we make (rate) 47 or 52." The FAA capped 737 production at '38 per...

The paper trail that links a US fuel dealer to a Mexican cartel

According to Mexican sources who have direct knowledge of this matter, and four Mexican government documents, Ikon Midstream is being investigated in Mexico for fuel smuggling. Documents and sources indicate that the probe is part and parcel of ongoing investigations on maritime shipments from the U.S. to Canada of petroleum products in an alleged scheme of evading a large tax due for these imports. Ikon Midstream was allegedly one of the "central pieces," in a alleged scheme that involved one of Mexico's largest crime groups, Jalisco New Generation Cartel, or CJNG. According to a document, Mexico's Attorney General's Office?opened an...

China reports that Xinhua says it is not acceptable for third parties to interfere with Panama ties.

During a meeting between the Panamanian Foreign Ministry Javier Martinez-Acha and China's foreign minister Wang Yi, Xinhua's official news service reported that Beijing was prepared to 'deepen practical collaboration with Panama'. It also urged Central American countries?to protect Chinese firms' 'rights'. Wang, who met Acha at a United Nations Security Council Meeting in New York said 'China-Panama ties shouldn't be subjected to third-party intervention, Xinhua reports. This is a reference to U.S. pressuring over Chinese-linked facilities near the Panama Canal which handles 5% global maritime trade. The meeting follows months of tension about the future of the two major container...

FAA wants to fine Alaska Airlines $165,000 for allowing drunken passengers on board

The Federal Aviation Administration proposed Tuesday that Alaska Airlines be fined $165,000 for allegedly allowing 'intoxicated' passengers to board multiple flights. The FAA stated that the alleged incidents took place on 11 flights between Feb 2024 and Feb 2025. They added that FAA regulations prohibit airlines from allowing anyone who appears intoxicated to board a plane. Alaska has said that it took the matter seriously and participated in a FAA audit of its policies regarding guests who are drunk on aircraft. Alaska announced Tuesday that since the FAA shared these concerns with us more than a year earlier, we have...

Passenger Transportation Services

EasyJet attracts investors who spot a bargain as they look to takeover the airline

EasyJet, a British budget airline, has attracted the attention of?U.S. Castlelake, an investment firm, is considering a takeover. Analysts say that while easyJet called the timing of this takeover "highly opportunistic", its low valuation, slots in key airports, and stable fleet make it an attractive target for a takeover. Chris Beauchamp is the chief market analyst for trading platform IG. Shares Underperform Rivals Potential suitors are attracted to the British carrier because its shares have performed better than those of competitors like Ryanair. Jaime Rowbotham, a Deutsche Bank analyst, wrote that EasyJet had 'looked 'cheap' for a while. He added...