European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen used her State of the European Union address on Sept. 16, 2026 to propose that Canada become the EU’s first associate member. The suggestion comes as Canada, whose exports are about 70 %…
Brent crude slipped 1.1% to $107.61 a barrel, while benchmark U.S. crude fell 2% to $103.70 a barrel, marking the first weekly decline in oil prices as Saudi Arabia’s key pipeline shutdown adds strain to global supply. The shutdown follows…
Chinese supplier plans €130m carbon black, silica plant in Egypt | European Rubber Journal MENU News Focus Featured Content Technical Papers FTR Awards Featured Articles Rubber & tire machinery makers record solid growth performance 17 June 2025 Tire & rubber…
Truck stop operators are expanding amenities beyond parking, fuel, and showers to cater to the evolving needs of professional drivers. Drivers are seeking healthier food options, lounges, exercise areas, and dog-friendly facilities. Safe parking remains the top priority, but operators…
According to Erica Frank, Senior Vice President of Marketing at Optimal Dynamics, the most sustainable mile in trucking is the one that is never run. Frank argues that AI-driven decision optimization can improve trucking sustainability by shaping load acceptance and…
US farmers are facing record diesel prices above $6 a gallon, adding to their already high costs for fertilizer, seeds, and equipment. The price of diesel has risen about 60% since late February due to the US-Iran war, which has…
Jeff Currie, a veteran commodities strategist, believes that U.S. gasoline prices are highly likely to reach $5 a gallon before the November 3 midterm elections. He attributes the rising fuel prices to shortages spreading from refined products to crude oil,…
The food industry is warning that prices will go up for the rest of the year due to inflation, tariffs, and higher input costs. Companies such as Conagra, Campbell’s, and Clorox have announced or signaled price increases, with Campbell’s planning…
The proposed merger between Union Pacific and Norfolk Southern is drawing opposition from state officials, shippers, and labor unions as federal regulators review the deal. Union Pacific argues the merger would improve service and reduce highway congestion, while opponents warn…
Oil prices have eased, taking some pressure off inflation, after jumping earlier in the week to their highest levels since May due to the ongoing war with Iran. Brent crude fell 3% to $104.44 a barrel, helping to take some…