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Ultimate Unofficial Guide to AISTech 2023 in Detroit
AISTech Technology Conference and Iron and Steel Exposition is the steel industry’s largest trade show and expo. This year’s conference will feature technical presentations, networking events, and the exposition May 8-11 at Huntingdon Place in Detroit, Michigan Control Chief will be on hand at booth 2292 to showcase our wireless solutions for the Steel Industry. […]
Ultimate Unofficial Guide to ASLRRA 2023 in New Orleans
ASLRRA’s 2023 Annual Conference & Exhibition is set for April 2-4, 2023.The Expo will be held at the Ernest N. Morial Convention Center, located in downtown New Orleans, Louisiana. What can you expect at ASLRRA 2023? Special ASLRRA Events Golf Tournament Port Tours While you’re at the 2023 ASLRRA Conference and Exhibition in New Orleans, […]
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STB Approves CN’s Acquisition of Iowa Northern Railway, Expanding Rail Network
Canadian National Railway’s (CN) acquisition of Iowa Northern Railway (IANR) has officially been approved by the U.S. Surface Transportation Board (STB), marking a major milestone in the rail industry. This acquisition, announced on January 14, 2025, combines IANR’s 175 route miles with CN’s vast 20,000-mile rail network, creating a more streamlined and efficient transportation solution […]
Why Are Grain and Corn Markets Volatile? Massive Fund Buying Drives Corn and Soybean Rally
The agricultural commodity markets, particularly grain and corn, have been witnessing massive fund outflows recently. As the markets react to a variety of factors, one of the biggest drivers has been rising uncertainty surrounding U.S. trade policies, including potential tariffs on China and Canada. This political and economic uncertainty is weighing heavily on investor confidence […]
U.S. Steel and Nippon Steel Sue Biden Administration Over Blocked $15 Billion Deal
In a dramatic development, U.S. Steel and Nippon Steel have filed a lawsuit against the Biden administration over the President’s decision to block a $14.9 billion deal that would have seen the Japanese steel giant acquire U.S. Steel. The legal action comes after Biden’s controversial decision to block the deal, citing national security concerns and […]
US Biofuel and Ethanol Production: A Growing Trend in Energy and Agriculture
The relationship between energy and agriculture has always been dynamic, but in recent years, it has evolved significantly. Driven by demand for cleaner, renewable energy sources, biofuels like ethanol and biomass-based diesel fuels have become key players in both sectors. This surge in biofuel production is not only reshaping the landscape of U.S. agriculture but […]
Impact of U.S. Elections on Commodities
The recent segment of “Commodity Champions” featuring Manisha Gupta and Sumit Gupta, CEO of Asia Business at McDonald Pelz Global Commodities, delved into the nuanced impacts of the U.S. elections on various sectors, with a particular focus on commodities. This discussion sheds light on how policy shifts under a potential Trump administration could influence global […]
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