Autonomous Freight: Pony.ai and GAC Commercial Vehicle unveiled an L4 autonomous heavy-duty truck at IAA Transportation, targeting trunk logistics, dedicated-route freight and port runs, with large-scale production planned this year. Hydrogen Shipping Automation: Yokogawa will provide integrated automation for a 40,000 m³ liquefied hydrogen carrier and two hydrogen-fuelled vessels, underscoring the push to make hydrogen transport safer and more scalable. Port & Defense Logistics: The EIB approved a €100m loan to transform Lithuania’s Klaipėda port into a defence, clean-energy and trade hub, including NATO-capable terminal upgrades and shoreside electrification. Rail Disruption by Sabotage: Dutch rail operators reported coordinated sabotage that placed items on tracks, triggering section malfunctions and widespread service stoppages. Freight Tech & Fleet Ops: VMS expanded its distribution network via Alliance Fleet Solutions to bring AI-first fleet maintenance and decision tools to more operators. Procurement Automation in Construction: BRKZ secured $31m to scale AI-enabled building-materials procurement across Saudi Arabia and the GCC, linking sourcing, logistics and fulfilment. Overheight Truck Enforcement: Malaysia’s Selangor JPJ detained an unlicensed foreign driver and issued summonses during a crackdown on commercial vehicles’ lane behavior. Battery Safety Focus: UL released a report warning that rapid rechargeable-battery adoption in transport and energy systems must be matched with stronger safety standards and consumer education.