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Sinokor Snaps Up Supertankers in Crude Oil Market Shakeup

Sinokor’s aggressive buying has spooked the market, traders say, in turn dramatically driving up the cost of freight as nervous charterers rush to book space in case prices rise further in the future due to the concentrated ownership.

February 17, 2026
GovernmentBusinessEquipment

US Open to Changing Steel and Aluminum Tariffs, Greer Says

U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer signaled that the Trump administration is open to changing its tariffs on steel and aluminum amid pressure from business groups and trading partners.

February 17, 2026
GovernmentBusiness

Carney Taps Veteran Charette as Chief Trade Negotiator to US

Janice Charette will work with the minister responsible for Canada-U.S. trade, Dominic LeBlanc, on the joint review of the trade agreement between Canada, the U.S. and Mexico.

February 17, 2026
GovernmentBusinessEquipmentFuel

Mexico’s Fuel Smuggling Crackdown Hobbles Automakers

Ford has a plant in Chihuahua, GM and Stellantis operate five in Coahuila, Nissan has production in Aguascalientes while Guanajuato is home to complexes for GM, Ford, Honda, Mazda, Toyota and VW. 

February 17, 2026
BusinessLogistics

Macquarie-Led Group to Buy Qube Holdings for $8.3 Billion

Qube operates a transport and trade network that handles goods and services, including outbound grain and cottonseed shipments. It has operations in Australia, New Zealand and Southeast Asia. 

February 17, 2026
BusinessEquipment

Genuine Parts to Split Automotive and Industrial Businesses

The decision comes at a volatile time for the automotive business, which is grappling with high costs, economic uncertainty and affordability challenges for consumers.

February 17, 2026
BusinessLogisticsGlobal Freight

Hapag-Lloyd to Buy Competitor Zim in $4.2 Billion Deal

Hapag-Lloyd is buying Israel’s Zim Integrated Shipping Services as the German shipping company aims to grow in size and bolster its presence in Asia.

February 17, 2026
GovernmentBusinessSafetyLogisticsPerspective

Perspective: Restoring Integrity Is Key to Trucking’s Future

The trucking industry's path forward begins with restoring professionalism and integrity. Safety, reliability and trust in America’s supply chain depend on it, writes ATA Chairman Greg Hodgen.

February 17, 2026
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Crossword Puzzle Solution for February 16, 2026

Here's the solution to the crossword puzzle found in the February 16, 2026 print edition.

February 16, 2026
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Making the Business Case Amidst the Rapid Proliferation of Advanced Fleet Technology and Digital Innovations

Fleet technology strategy is getting more complex – and more important. But what is the business case for the many new vehicle and fleet management technologies? Here’s how to understand the value and prioritize them.

February 16, 2026

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