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Autonomous Truck Company Torc Robotics Aims to Scale

Logistics Viewpoints

Not Torc, their then CEO said it would be 2027 by the earliest. In 2027, Torc/Daimler executives told the participants at the Albuquerque event that they were a conservative, German-owned company and the last thing they wanted to do was overpromise. Now, the CEO of Torc, Peter Schmidt, told me that the 2027 launch date looks valid.

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Waitrose Sign Multi-Million-Pound Distribution Centre Deal

Logistics Business Magazine

Bart Holt-Smith, Director, Capital Markets and Development for Mountpark said: “Waitrose’s selection of Bristol 360 is a strong endorsement of our ability to deliver buildings that meet the evolving needs of modern logistics from commercial performance to environmental responsibility.

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Northwest Seaport Alliance launches zero-emission drayage truck incentive program

Freight Waves

Projects like this one are key to meeting the state’s climate commitment goals.” The collaboration establishes a partnership focused on enhancing AI safety for autonomous trucking applications as Torc prepares for full commercialization in 2027.

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Continuing Education For Licensed Customs Brokers

MTS Logistics

CBP will allow customs brokers to complete fewer than 36 hours to meet the requirement for the initial 2024-2027 triennial status period. More information on how many continuing education credits will be required for the 2024-2027 triennial status period will be published on CBP.gov and in a Federal Register notice. CBP and U.S.

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Volvo Trucks says it is well-timed for growth amid soft market conditions

Commercial Carrier Journal

A factor prompting a new truck pre-buy is that tractors meeting 2027 emissions regs will cost roughly $20,000 more.

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Selling Into the EU? Time to Start Preparing for the Digital Product Passport

Supply Chain Brain

Under the category of finished goods, the first industry to be affected is textiles and apparel, with the DPP requirement to be adopted in 2027. Under “intermediate” products, the first sectors to be impacted are iron and steel in 2026, and aluminum in 2027. Complying with the rule will be no easy task.

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Going Global? When to Switch from Cross-Border Shipping to Local Fulfillment

Stord

With the global e-commerce market projected to surpass $8 trillion by 2027 1 , brands are presented with a massive opportunity for international growth. Others may find that a localized fulfillment model is essential for meeting customer expectations in key markets. This means far more than just new sales channels.