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The ‘2024 Problem’: Japan Grapples With a Shortage of Truck Drivers

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The ‘2024 Problem’: Japan Grapples With a Shortage of Truck Drivers

The country is moving to curb the industry’s punishing work hours. But that could leave a shortfall that disrupts Japan’s entire logistics system.

By Hisako Ueno John Yoon and Hiroko MasuikeThe New York Times

How the Suez Canal Attacks Could Upend Global Trade

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How the Suez Canal Attacks Could Upend Global Trade

Shipping rates have soared and energy prices remain volatile as vessels are redirected away from the vital commerce route.

By Andrew Ross Sorkin Ravi Mattu Bernhard Warner Sarah Kessler

DHL Workers at Kentucky Air Cargo Hub Go on Strike

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DHL Workers at Kentucky Air Cargo Hub Go on Strike

Workers who load and unload cargo planes at DHL’s hub near Cincinnati walked out after months of negotiations failed to produce a contract.

By J. Edward Moreno

Bidder Aims to Save Bankrupt Trucking Firm Yellow

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Bidder Aims to Save Bankrupt Trucking Firm Yellow

The plan would put Yellow back on the road with thousands of unionized drivers, but would force the government to wait longer for a loan repayment.

By Peter Eavis