Stanford Unveils Solar Car for Australia Race – This week, Stanford University introduced their entry to the World Solar Challenge held in October. The car, named Xenith, will make the nearly 2,000 mile journey across Australia along with competitors from around the world. Dedola Global Logistics was on hand for the unveiling and is proud to support the logistics efforts of the team.
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China’s Trade Surplus Grows – For the month of July, China’s trade surplus grew to $31.5 billion, the highest level in nearly 2 ½ years. However, economists will be watching export growth closely as U.S. and European markets face economic concerns.
Read more from the WSJ.
Congestion Remains Problem for Chennai Port – The Port of Chennai is still experiencing severe congestion after a string of labor disputes dating back to June. Some carriers are recommending shippers to divert cargo to other nearby ports in an effort to avoid the backlog.
Read more from the JOC.
China Reexamines High Speed Train Plans – After last month’s deadly high-speed train collision in China, the government is reviewing its rail infrastructure and expansion plans. Speeds are being reduced and a major manufacturer has recalled 54 bullet trains due to safety concerns.
Read more from CNN.
