Emirates Global Aluminium is planning additional acquisitions of U.S. assets after an initial deal last year as tariffs on metal imports into the country raise prices in that market.
February 13, 2025Transportation Compliance News
Transport Topics government and regulatory coverage keeps managers of a highly-regulated industry aware of the policy decisions that can shape their businesses. Covering both the legislative and regulatory aspects of policy-making, at both the state and national levels, the news in this category includes looks at infrastructure, hours of service, emissions rules, funding measures, leadership appointments, and more. Readers can follow what’s happening in Congress, at the Department of Transportation and the Federal Motor Carrier Administration, and in state and local governments.
UAE Aluminum Producer EGA Targets Deals in US Amid Tariffs
‘Armored Teslas’ Vanish From Government Procurement List
The State Department’s procurement forecast removed the mention of Elon Musk’s Tesla in relation to a planned $400 million armored EV purchase after reports emerged about it on Feb. 12.
February 13, 2025Wholesale Prices Rose 0.4% in January, Hotter Than Expected
U.S. wholesale prices came in hotter than expected last month at a time when progress against inflation appears to have stalled, undercutting expectations for lower interest rates.
February 13, 2025Trump Signs Plan for Reciprocal Tariffs on Trade Partners
President Donald Trump on Feb. 13 rolled out his plan to increase U.S. tariffs to match the tax rates that other countries charge on imports, possibly triggering broader confrontation.
February 13, 2025House T&I Explores Road Safety Improvements
Congressional Republicans on the House transportation committee tasked with finalizing a highway policy bill are pressing for safety improvements across mobility corridors.
February 12, 2025Bank of Canada Lowers Rates as Tariff Concerns Grow
Bank of Canada officials acknowledged that the economic uncertainty created by a potential trade battle supported their decision to cut interest rates last month.
February 12, 2025Truck Drivers Slow to Adopt Parking Apps, Study Finds
The study found that despite parking shortages along Interstate 80 and Interstate 94 corridors in Iowa and Wisconsin, drivers are mostly not using the apps to look for empty parking places.
February 12, 2025EU Trade Chief and Trump Officials Discuss Tariff Dispute
EU trade chief Maros Sefcovic spoke with three top members of U.S. President Donald Trump’s incoming administration on how to find a solution to the brewing transatlantic trade dispute.
February 12, 2025Canada Gives Halifax Port C$25 Million for Green Initiatives
Canada has granted C$25 million to the Halifax Port Authority for sustainable environmental infrastructure and establish a hydrogen production facility.
February 12, 2025Renault Holds Key to Nissan’s Future
French carmaker Renault SA is Nissan’s biggest shareholder with a 36% stake — a holding that Hon Hai Precision Industry Co. on Feb. 12 signaled it’s open to buying.
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