Bruce Hartman

Professor of Logistics at University of St. Francis. I teach both SAP and operations and logistics courses.

[Bruce Hartman @bruceosm]

Nickel's critical production dynamics are explored through prospective life cycle analysis focusing on emissions.
Nickel Production: Innovations and Environmental Impact https://t.co/HP8D0z4rc4

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Robinson Fresh has opened a new $33 million, state-of-the-art cold-chain hub in Pharr, Texas, to manage booming Mexican and South American produce imports.
Cold-chain hubs crucial for produce imports
https://t.co/sRRoUBhNFh

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China leads with electric containerships. It’s time for US shipbuilding to innovate with green, autonomous tech on our inland waterways.
Fully-Electric, Intelligent Containership in Service
https://t.co/OFt95NZBec

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CSX’s Q1 2026 report shows a 64% operating ratio, driven by intermodal growth and the landmark Howard Street Tunnel completion.
CSX Rail Projects boost intermodal
https://t.co/C0N3gpNgjC

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Latest Flag State Registries for shadow fleet
Shadow fleets utilize lenient flag states to evade regulations; some nations are beginning to enforce oversight.
https://t.co/9TYwT98fk6

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US tariffs now target Mexican heavy machinery. With a shrinking US workforce, is taxing nearshoring the right move for security? https://t.co/c31SMJLQie

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The US Shipbuilding Dilemma 🚢⚓
Can the US revive its maritime industry? The BRS Annual Review 2026 highlights three major roadblocks: a critical labor shortage, "hollowed out" infrastructure, and capital flowing to AI over industrial development. https://t.co/mdd4XtaMx5

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Green corridors between China and France drive maritime decarbonization by coordinating sustainable fuels, shore power, and cleaner port drayage infrastructure.
https://t.co/9LgTSh2p5z

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IMO audits and Cameroon’s registry purge are closing the gap on shadow fleet abuse and ship registration fraud.
Addressing Flag State Abuse in Shipping https://t.co/XvdOdx2jD1

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The International Chamber of Shipping released its 2025/2026 Flag State Performance Table. Use this independent verification to identify high-risk ships and navigate maritime sanctions.
Maritime Flag State Ratings
https://t.co/OOaO0UgGaY

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Bangladesh is adopting new 2025 ship recycling rules to align with the Hong Kong Convention, promoting safe, green shipbreaking practices.
Bangladesh and the HKC: Global Standards for Ship Recycling https://t.co/3vJHuMu8M8

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https://t.co/rMoXlKrKVK plans to launch green ammonia-powered ships in 2026, sourcing ammonia from a Chinese solar-powered facility.
Exploring Green Maritime Fuels: https://t.co/rMoXlKrKVK's Ammonia Plans https://t.co/1IIjCt3kyZ

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https://t.co/rMoXlKrKVK plans to launch green ammonia-powered ships in 2026, sourcing ammonia from a Chinese solar-powered facility.

Exploring Green Maritime Fuels: https://t.co/rMoXlKrKVK's Ammonia Plans https://t.co/1IIjCt3kyZ

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Maersk and Hapag-Lloyd replace Baltimore with Philadelphia in their transatlantic shipping route due to disruptions.

Ocean shipping routing changes https://t.co/eDUrWvMK2a

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Companies improved supply chain resilience against geopolitical risks, but control of shipping routes, especially in China, remains a critical challenge.

Resilience blind spot in shipment routing https://t.co/vv0sjw35KJ

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Global trade volume surged 7% in 2025, driven by Asia and Africa, despite US trade decline and rising trade inflation.

Global Seaborne Trade Hits $35 Trillion https://t.co/nfAc8BoDSx

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Green Corridors Hit 'Realization' Stage: The Zero-Emission Hurdle
Four green shipping corridors reached 'Realization stage,' proving coordination works. The movement grows, but the zero-emission fuel cost gap remains a major hurdle.https://t.co/52BwKqvisy

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Ports continue march to zero-emissions
The Ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach signed a zero emissions agreement, aiming to improve air quality and public health significantly.
https://t.co/VkyjJxd7LA

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Evidence suggests EVs are not primarily responsible for shipboard fires; ICE vehicles pose similar risks.
EV Fires and Shipping https://t.co/N7uvhU9YsJ

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US-China trade talk anticipation gave China leverage, allowing buyers to secure cheaper Brazilian soybeans.
https://t.co/POiZlEXfJ5