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Rhine River Water Level Drop: A New Concern for European Industrial Competitiveness

The low water level of the Rhine is not an isolated environmental warning, but a structural issue affecting freight, fuel, and chemical supplies in Germany and Northwestern Europe. This article analyzes its far-reaching impact on European industrial competitiveness, supply chain resilience, and climate adaptation policies.

Julian Sterling3 min read
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North American intermodal transportation is undergoing a structural shift: domestic share historically surpasses international, as the dual impact of tariffs and energy reshapes the logistics landscape.

IANA data shows that North American intermodal volume in May increased by 4.4% year-over-year, with domestic containers up 8.6% while international containers grew only 0.4%, and the domestic share exceeded 50% for the first time. The Iran conflict has pushed up diesel prices, tariffs have suppressed imports, and truck capacity has tightened, collectively driving a modal shift. This article analyzes the drivers, sustainability, and implications for the global logistics landscape of this structural turning point.

Ahmed Al-Mansour3 min read
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AD Ports acquires Germany’s MBS Logistics: Middle Eastern logistics capital accelerates its penetration into Europe, and EU supply chain restructuring enters a new phase

AD Ports’ acquisition of the core business of Germany’s MBS Logistics is not just a cross-border merger and acquisition; it also reflects the new landscape of Europe’s logistics industry amid supply chain restructuring, regional network competition, and asset-light strategies.

Elena Rodriguez6 min read