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Southwest Airlines Upgraded to Buy at TD Cowen

Analysts see potential 29% upside for the airline's stock.

FedEx to Pass Along Tariff Refunds to Customers

Shipping company will return any tariff refunds received to senders and clients.

Dallas-Based Arcosa To Sell Its Barge Business to Wynnchurch Capital for $450M

The deal is expected to close in the second quarter of 2026, after regulatory approval and the satisfying of other customary closing conditions.

Former Morgan's Point Mayor Appointed to Port of Houston Authority

Michel Bechtel brings coastal protection and energy sector experience to the Port Commission

Early Field Work Begins on Austin's Long-Awaited Light Rail Project

The $60 million contract to design and build the system has been awarded, paving the way for initial survey and utility work.

Arcosa to Sell Barge Business for $450 Million

Infrastructure company Arcosa announces agreement to divest its Arcosa Marine Products subsidiary to Wynnchurch Capital.

FedEx Seeks Tariff Refund After Supreme Court Ruling

Other major U.S. companies also looking to recoup costs from illegal Trump-era tariffs.

Austin Transit Partnership Awards First Light Rail Contract

The $60 million design-build contract kicks off the $7.1 billion Project Connect light rail system.

Tidewater Acquires Wilson Sons Ultratug Offshore in All-Cash Deal

The acquisition expands Tidewater's global offshore services footprint.

Panamá Seizes Canal Ports After Ruling Against CK Hutchison Concession

The Panamanian government has ordered the occupation of two ports at the canal's entrances that were operated by the Hong Kong company.

Rush Enterprises' 2025 Earnings Impacted by Soft Demand, CEO Expects Rebound

The commercial truck and equipment company saw revenue and earnings decline amid uncertainty over tariffs and emissions regulations.

Tidewater Acquires Wilson Sons Ultratug Offshore in $500M Deal

Acquisition strengthens Tidewater's offshore support vessel position in Brazil

Highway Launches Partner Program to Strengthen Freight Tech Ecosystem

The program aims to reduce fraud risk and improve identity verification across digital freight workflows.

Ardmore Shipping Reports Strong Q4 and Full-Year 2025 Results

Tanker operator highlights favorable market conditions, cost discipline, and strategic priorities

Alliant Insurance Services Acquires Laredo Commercial Insurance Agency's For-Hire Trucking Portfolio

Establishes Laredo, Texas Office Specializing in Cross-Border Transportation Risk

Hong Kong's CK Hutchison Threatens Legal Action Over Panama Canal Ports

The company warns of legal action against a Danish logistics and port group after a contract dispute.

Port Commission Hosts First Meeting in New Port Administration Building, Highlights 2025 Achievements

The Port of Houston Authority's Port Commission met for the first time in 2026, recognizing retirements, approving key initiatives, and reviewing record cargo volumes from the previous year.

PROS Appoints Bhaskara Rao Guntreddy as Senior VP of Product to Lead AI-Driven Airline Retail Transformation

Guntreddy's appointment signals PROS' commitment to advancing the future of airline commerce with AI-driven retail strategies.

Skyway Charter Buses Gears Up for FIFA World Cup 2026 in North Texas

Balch Springs-based company expands fleet and operations to support transportation needs for tournament matches at AT&T Stadium.

E.F. Hutton Advises Two Texas Presidents in AVKHA Equity Holdings' Acquisition of Dart Transit Group

The transaction marks the conclusion of more than 90 years of family ownership by the Oren family.

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