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French shipping and logistics company CMA CGM Group?announced?a four-year, $20 billion investment in the U.S. maritime economy and supply chain. CMA CGM CEO and Chairman Rodolphe Saadé said the funds will help the company grow its U.S.-flagged fleet, increase container port capacity, build and expand 400 warehouses, establish an air cargo hub, and create 10,000 jobs. The company — which owns American President Lines—plans to expand the U.S. flag carrier’s capacity and bolster maritime resources through investments in new technologies, jobs, and skills. Key sites—including Los Angeles, New York, Miami, Houston, and Dutch Harbor, Alaska—will develop their infrastructure. CMA CGM said these investments would enhance supply chains and operational efficiency, accelerate digitization, improve connectivity, and increase cargo and port worker safety. CMA CGM also intends to set up an air cargo hub in Chicago with five Boeing 777 freighters and launch a logistics research and development hub in Boston focusing on advanced automation and robotics solutions. CMA CGM employs around 15,000 Americans across 40 states. The company also transports more than 5 million shipping containers to and from the U.S. annually.

Interesting look at what to expect in 2025 from the Automotive Induestry.

Automotive manufacturers plan to accelerate investment in hybrid vehicles and reshore production with an eye on North America. Automotive manufacturers face a number of challenges, from labor issues to concerns around reshoring, but new technologies are driving opportunities that have many automakers optimistic about the future. The U.S. automotive market was valued at?$4.8 billion in 2024?and is expected to grow to $13.8 billion by 2033, according to Custom Market Insights.

In?September last year, Eastern Pacific Shipping (EPS) announced a collaboration with MAN Energy Solutions, Hyundai Heavy Industries and the China State Shipbuilding Corporation (CSSC), along with classification societies ABS and Lloyd’s Register, to develop an ammonia engine to be used in EPS’ new fleet.

In a BMW plant in Germany the cars drive them selves around ...

A Volvo and DHL officially launch their first autonomous freight delivery operations in the U.S.

Solar Paint Could Provide Nearly 7,500 Miles of Driving Range Annually! According to Mercedes, the solar modules measure five micrometers wide, weigh about .01 pounds per square foot, and feature solar cells that achieve 20% efficiency. The company added that an area of approximately 118 square feet — about the size of a mid-size SUV’s surface — could generate enough energy to support up to 7,400 miles annually. Mercedes reported that the permanently active photovoltaic system produces energy while the vehicle is off, which could improve electric range and reduce charging stops. The range depends on shade levels, sun intensity, and geographic location. The automaker estimated that solar energy could cover about 62% of the 32 miles driven daily by Mercedes owners in Stuttgart, Germany. However, in Los Angeles, due to a surplus of solar radiation, solar energy could cover 100% of driving distance on average.

Honda Racing Corporation Announces New Business Developing Authentic Performance Parts for Street, Track and Off-Road at 2024 SEMA Show in Las Vegas -- HRC announces new business to develop authentic performance parts for retail Honda and Acura consumers -- New HRC performance parts developed by championship-winning HRC engineers -- Nine HRC vehicles will be displayed at the SEMA show, November 5-8 including the Oracle Red Bull Racing RB20 Formula 1 car -- Prototype parts are expected to be ready for testing as early as next year

U.S. companies are shifting away from offshoring and are now making efforts to relocate operations to countries across North and South America, according to new findings from KPMG. In fact, 81% of the executives asked said that the Americas would host most of their supply chain operations once they have completed their efforts toward what the report refers to as "strategic shoring".

Nissan Promises Affordable Bi-Directional Charging for EVs Nissan intends to?incorporate?“affordable” bi-directional charging capabilities on some of its electric vehicles (EVs) beginning in 2026. Nissan officials said one of its bi-directional systems would utilize an integrated onboard charger, which would offer a price point comparable to currently available monodirectional charging. The Japanese automaker said it has conducted some 40 pilot projects on V2G systems worldwide over the past 10 years.