Government
Transport Topics government and regulatory coverage keeps managers of a highly-regulated industry aware of the policy decisions that can shape their businesses. Covering both the legislative and regulatory aspects of policy-making, at both the state and national levels, the news in this category includes looks at infrastructure, hours of service, emissions rules, funding measures, leadership appointments, and more. Readers can follow what’s happening in Congress, at the Department of Transportation and the Federal Motor Carrier Administration, and in state and local governments.
Decision on US Steel Deal May Come After Election
United States Steel Corp. surged the most this year after The Washington Post reported that President Joe Biden wouldn’t immediately move to block Nippon Steel Corp.’s takeover bid.
NTSB Describes Effort to Douse Tesla Semi Fire
WASHINGTON — California firefighters had to douse a flaming battery in a Tesla Semi with about 50,000 gallons of water to extinguish flames after a crash, NTSB said Sept. 12.
September 13, 2024Loose Electrical Cable Found on Ship That Hit Key Bridge
BALTIMORE — Investigators working to pinpoint the cause of Baltimore’s Francis Scott Key Bridge collapse discovered a loose cable that could have caused electrical issues on the Dali.
US Agency Finalizes China Tariffs Biden Announced in May
The office of the U.S. Trade Representative on Sept. 13 formally approved tariff increases on billions of dollars in Chinese goods, paving the way for them to go into effect in two weeks.
Automakers Urge EU to Delay Stricter Emissions Mandates
The European Union should use emergency regulation to delay its 2025 emissions targets for automakers, according to a draft proposition from the industry lobby seen by Bloomberg.
Presidential Candidates Emphasize Energy Policies
The two major presidential candidates outlined divergent viewpoints for the future of the nation’s energy sector during their first debate on Sept. 10.
Congressional Leaders Work to Avert Oct. 1 Shutdown
Congressional leaders kicked off negotiations to avert a federal government shutdown.
FMC Chairman Breaks Down Post-Pandemic Supply Chain
FMC Chairman Daniel Maffei said the COVID-19 pandemic brought heightened awareness to supply chain issues and revealed what was working — and what wasn’t — across global shipping lanes.
Industry Leaders Praise FLOW for Improving Freight Predictions
The transportation sector can better forecast freight trends when companies share information, according to stakeholders of an initiative aimed at facilitating that exchange.
Auditing Report Calls EU’s Hydrogen Targets Unrealistic
The European Union is likely to miss its hydrogen targets due to unrealistic goals “driven by political will” and needs a strategic plan, a financial watchdog says.