CHICAGO, May 21, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Uber Freight today announced the launch of the industry's first scaled AI logistics network, powered by its proprietary logistics-specific large language model (LLM) and embedded directly into its transportation management system (TMS) and logistics platform. With this launch, Uber Freight is reimagining how shippers of all sizes manage transportation—placing AI at the center to drive better decisions, faster execution, and stronger performance. "This is the inflect ...

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Financial Highlights - Revenue increased by 10% to HK$25432 million[12] - Segment Profit for Integrated Logistics (IL) increased by 3% to HK$693 million[12] - Segment Profit for International Freight Forwarding (IFF) increased by 18% to HK$740 million[12] - Core Operating Profit increased by 11% to HK$1200 million[12] - Profit Attributable to the Shareholders increased significantly by 126% to HK$831 million[12] Regional Revenue Performance (1H24 vs 1H23) - Hong Kong revenue increased by 4% from HK$3318 million to HK$3440 million[16] - Mainland China revenue increased by 5% from HK$8089 million to HK$8457 million[16] - Asia (ex-Greater China) revenue increased by 1% from HK$3684 million to HK$3715 million[16] - Americas revenue saw a substantial increase of 39% from HK$4386 million to HK$6092 million[16] - EMEA revenue increased by 3% from HK$3226 million to HK$3310 million[16] - Oceania revenue decreased by 15% from HK$494 million to HK$418 million[16] Integrated Logistics (IL) Segment Profit Performance (1H24 vs 1H23) - Hong Kong IL profit decreased by 11% from HK$288 million to HK$256 million[19] - Mainland China IL profit decreased by 5% from HK$229 million to HK$217 million[19] - Asia (ex-Greater China) IL profit increased by 9% from HK$192 million to HK$209 million[19] International Freight Forwarding (IFF) Segment Profit Performance (1H24 vs 1H23) - Hong Kong IFF profit increased significantly by 263% from HK$9 million to HK$33 million[23] - Mainland China IFF profit increased by 25% from HK$229 million to HK$286 million[23] - Americas IFF profit increased significantly by 65% from HK$125 million to HK$207 million[23] - EMEA IFF profit decreased significantly by 39% from HK$87 million to HK$54 million[23] - Oceania IFF profit decreased significantly by 48% from HK$41 million to HK$21 million[23]

Core Viewpoint - The 2025 Hainan Free Trade Port (FTP) promotion event in Dubai aims to enhance trade and investment liberalization, fostering high-level dialogue and practical cooperation between Hainan and the UAE [1][2]. Group 1: Event Overview - The event was jointly organized by the Hainan Provincial People's Government and the Chinese Embassy in the UAE, with support from CCPIT Hainan and CCOIC Hainan [2]. - The conference featured discussions on aligning UAE's financial liberalization and cross-border trade policies with the FTP, focusing on innovative cooperation in emerging fields like AI and blockchain [3]. Group 2: Agreements and Collaborations - Hainan signed four batches of agreements with institutions from the UAE, Saudi Arabia, and other countries, covering sectors such as new energy, free trade zone development, logistics parks, automotive trade, and headquarters base development [4]. - Hainan's leadership emphasized the FTP's framework of "zero tariffs, low tax rates, and a simplified tax system" to create a market-oriented and internationalized business environment [5]. Group 3: Strategic Goals - The Chinese Ambassador to the UAE highlighted that the FTP's open policies align with the UAE's 50-Year Development Plan, aiming to set a new benchmark for China-Middle East economic and trade cooperation [6]. - Hainan is intensifying efforts to establish independent customs operations by the end of 2025 as part of its FTP development strategy [6].

Core Points - Americold Realty Trust declared a dividend of $0.23 per share for Q2 2025, consistent with Q1 2025 and reflecting a 5% increase from the previous year [1] - The dividend will be payable in cash on July 15, 2025, to stockholders of record at the close of business on June 30, 2025 [1] Company Overview - Americold is a global leader in temperature-controlled logistics, real estate, and value-added services [2] - The company focuses on the ownership, operation, acquisition, and development of temperature-controlled warehouses [2] - Americold owns and/or operates 238 temperature-controlled warehouses, with approximately 1.4 billion refrigerated cubic feet of storage across North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and South America [2] - The facilities are integral to the supply chain connecting food producers, processors, distributors, and retailers to consumers [2]

SAN DIEGO, May 20, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Shareholder rights law firm Johnson Fistel, PLLP is investigating whether Proficient Auto Logistics, Inc. (NASDAQ: PAL) or any of its executive officers or others violated securities laws by misrepresenting or failing to timely disclose material information to investors. The investigation focuses on investors’ losses and whether they may be recovered under federal securities laws. What if I purchased PAL securities? If you purchased securities and suffered losses ...

Core Insights - Freight Technologies, Inc. (Fr8Tech) reported significant improvements in gross margins and cash flow from operations in Q1 2025, despite facing challenges in the macroeconomic environment [2][4] - The company launched Fleet Rocket, an advanced Transportation Management System (TMS), and introduced an AI-powered Tendering Bot to enhance its logistics solutions [2][7] - Fr8Tech is adjusting its 2025 revenue and margin outlook due to anticipated economic impacts from higher tariffs on US-Mexico trade, while remaining optimistic about recovering cross-border volumes through domestic shipments [5][6] Business Highlights - The company extended agreements with several multinational enterprises, indicating strong business relationships and market confidence [2] - Fleet Rocket was successfully launched, aimed at optimizing freight brokerage and shipping operations [7] - New features were added to existing platforms, including AI capabilities and mobile applications for dispatchers [7] Financial Highlights - Gross margin percentage increased by 7.0% year-over-year to 12.4% in Q1 2025 from 5.4% in Q1 2024, reflecting a focus on profitable routes [7] - Cash flow from operations improved by $0.2 million year-over-year to ($3.1) million in Q1 2025 from ($3.3) million in Q1 2024 [7] - Net loss decreased by $0.7 million year-over-year to ($1.6) million in Q1 2025 from ($2.3) million in Q1 2024, attributed to higher gross margins and lower operating expenses [7] 2025 Annual Outlook - The company is lowering the high-end of its revenue and margin outlook for 2025 due to expected economic impacts from higher tariffs on US-Mexico cross-border trade [5] - Fr8Tech believes it can recover most cross-border volume through domestic shipments, but remains cautious due to uncertainties in trade policy [5]

Mr. Kapoor Brings more than 30 Years of Supply-Chain, Logistics Technology and Go-To-Market Leadership to the Board Fort Lauderdale, FL, May 20, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Algorhythm Holdings, Inc. ("Algorhythm") (NASDAQ: RIME) – an AI technology and consumer electronics holding company, today announced the appointment of Ajesh Kapoor to its board of directors effective May 19, 2025. Mr. Kapoor brings more than 30 years of logistics and supply chain technology innovation and leadership to the Company's Board. ...

Core Insights - GXO Logistics, Inc. has entered into a new partnership with Toolstation in the Netherlands, marking Toolstation's first outsourcing of logistics operations in the region [1][7] - The partnership aims to enhance logistics efficiency and customer satisfaction through the deployment of advanced technologies and skilled personnel [2][3] Company Overview - GXO Logistics is recognized as the world's largest pure-play contract logistics provider, benefiting from the growth of e-commerce and outsourcing [4] - The company operates over 1,000 facilities, totaling approximately 200 million square feet, and employs more than 150,000 team members [4] Partnership Details - Toolstation has integrated over 100 of its colleagues into GXO's existing warehouses, which span over 30,000 square meters and manage over 15,000 SKUs [2] - GXO will utilize technologies such as handheld scanners and automated carton builders to improve operational efficiency and delivery times [2] Toolstation Overview - Toolstation offers a wide range of products, including tools, electrical products, plumbing supplies, and workwear, with over 15,000 items available across its 100+ branches in the Netherlands and Belgium [5] - The company focuses on providing competitive pricing, stock availability, and efficient service since its establishment in 2006 [5]