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Clipper Upgrade Glitches Disrupt Bay Area Transit

Passengers face issues with disappearing balances, malfunctioning ticket machines, and delayed fare box upgrades.

TPM26 Attendees Grapple with Impact of Iran War on Container Shipping

Global conflicts and geopolitical tensions dominate discussion at annual container shipping conference

Veryon Renews and Expands Partnership with Airbus Helicopters

The expanded deal strengthens Veryon's digital maintenance impact for Airbus rotorcraft.

Port of Los Angeles Sees Surge in Container Traffic in 1999

Container volumes at the port increased by over 23% in the 1999/2000 fiscal year.

Long Beach Port Sees Near-Record Imports Despite Trade War

The nation's second-busiest container port reports strong January numbers despite economic uncertainty.

Mare Island Dry Dock Files for Bankruptcy to Reorganize and Find Buyer

The California shipyard seeks to keep operations going amid loss of key U.S. Coast Guard contract

Lawsuit Alleges Forward Air Violated California Labor Law

Trucking company accused of only paying drivers for miles driven, not hours worked

Shippers Maintain Purchase Orders Despite Trade Uncertainty

Port of Los Angeles sees steady orders despite evolving trade regulations and tariff changes.

Uber Ballot Measure Sparks Clash with Lawyers, Doctors

Proposed initiative could reshape how car crash victims get paid in California

LOSSAN Rail Corridor Agency Announces 2026 Board Leadership

Paso Robles Councilmember Fred Strong and Solana Beach Council Member Jewel Edson to Lead the Agency's Board of Directors

San Diego's MTS Considers Fare Hikes to Address Budget Shortfall

Potential increases of up to $28 per monthly pass to generate $90 million over 4 years

Federal Board Preserves Mendocino Rail Line, Calls for Rail-Trail Collaboration

Mendocino Railway plans to work with regional partners on long-term solutions for freight, passenger, and recreational use.

Audit Finds FAA Lacks Staffing to Properly Oversee United Airlines Maintenance

Government watchdog report cites virtual inspections, staffing shortages, and loss of institutional knowledge as issues hindering FAA oversight.

Audit Finds Gaps in FAA Oversight of United Airlines Maintenance

Report cites staffing shortages, high turnover, and improper use of virtual inspections at the federal agency.

Port of LA Sees January Cargo Volume Dip

Cargo processing at the San Pedro facility declined 12% compared to last year.

Freight Downturn Deepens as Supply Chain Bankruptcies Mount

Bankruptcy filings reflect persistent financial pressure on trucking, logistics, repair, and manufacturing companies.

Freight Rates Decline as Container Shipping Market Enters Downward Trend

Oversupply of capacity and reopening of shorter Red Sea route contribute to falling rates on key trade routes

Long Beach Withdraws From Joint Port Training Center with Los Angeles

Port of Long Beach cites "unmet terms on equitable partnership conditions" in decision to step away from $150 million project.

San Joaquin RTD CEO Ousted Amid Funding Clash

Transit agency and mayor at odds over $62M in funding

Automation Reshapes Warehouses and the Future of Work

DHL, UPS, and FedEx embrace robotics to boost efficiency and address labor shortages

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