Domestic News

COVID-19 and Supply Chain Force Majeure Collide

The stock market’s roller coaster ride of sell-offs followed by rallies then reversals confirms that the market does not like uncertainty. What is the nature of the coronavirus (COVID-19)? How are governments handling testing, quarantining and medical aid? The virus has spread across the world and the World Health Organization (WHO) declared it a global pandemic. 

Transportation, Logistics Workers Deemed Essential During Coronavirus Crisis

The transportation industry is critical for the movement of goods. But are all employees working for transportation and logistics companies “essential” during these unprecedented times of mandatory quarantines?

Exxon Notifies Contractors, Vendors of Spending Cuts Over Coronavirus

Exxon Mobil Corp is notifying contractors and vendors of planned near-term cuts in capital and operating expenses over a coronavirus pandemic, and will announce the plans once they are final, company spokesman Jeremy Eikenberry said on Sunday.

International News

United Wagon Wins Fertilizer Hopper Wagon Contract

The model 19-9549-03 hopper wagon has a volume of 120m³ which means it can carry fertilizers with various bulk densities, including those with a low density such as carbamide. The wagon has a 25-tonne axleload and can carry a 76 tonne load.

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