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U.S. air traffic controller shortage brings aviation industry to a standstill

The ongoing shortage of air traffic controllers (ATCs) in the United States is hampering the growth of commercial aviation and has a knock-on effect on the air cargo industry. Also read: US allocates $105 billion to strengthen airport airlift and traffic control United Airlines has been particularly vocal about the issue, pointing to flight disruptions at its main transatlantic hub, Newark International Airport. The airline reported delays, cancellations, extended flight times and extended taxi slots on nearly half of the days in November. The root of the problem is air traffic control staffing, which last month was 59% below target levels. This shortage is not unique to Newark. It reflects a national crisis. In response, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) temporarily reduced flight demand at New York City-area airports until October 2024. This problem is not new. A 2022 report showed that 77% of critical ATC facilities in the United States are understaffed. Canada is facing similar challenges, with Navigation…

Truck driver shortage creates show logistics challenges »
Truck driver shortage creates show logistics challenges »

Industry faces delays and rising costs as driver numbers shrink By Mark Hebert, Exhibition City News The trade show industry is dealing with logistical challenges due to a nationwide truck driver shortage. The shortage has impacted industries across the U.S., causing delays, increased costs and complicated logistics for companies transporting materials to and from the show site. The U.S. trucking industry was valued at $732.3 billion in 2020, but is struggling to meet growing demand. The truck driver shortage will reach 80,500 in 2022 and is expected to climb to 162,000 by 2030, creating serious obstacles for the trade show industry. Time is of the essence at trade shows, requiring precise scheduling to ensure materials arrive at the venue on time. There are many factors contributing to the driver shortage. The industry faces an aging workforce, high turnover and job demands that discourage younger drivers. Long working hours, time away from home and tight schedules make recruitment difficult. In addition,…

Toyota Mirai class-action lawsuit says car isn't worth buying
Toyota Mirai class-action lawsuit says car isn’t worth buying

Toyota Mirai lawsuit says hydrogen fuel cell electric vehicles are causing problems for California consumers July 15, 2024 — Toyota Mirai class action lawsuit says California consumers mistakenly believed buying or leasing a hydrogen fuel cell electric vehicle would make their lives easier. The first generation Toyota Mirai was produced from 2015 to 2020, and the second generation was produced from December 2020 to date. There are two trims available, namely XLE and Limited. Hydrogen fuel cell vehicles are sold and leased only in California. Toyota Mirai Class Action Lawsuit Includes: “Any California citizen who purchases or leases a Toyota Mirai vehicle between 2021 and 2024.” Toyota allegedly marketed the cars by telling consumers that refueling them would be as easy as filling up a tank with standard gasoline. But Mirai customers have experienced trouble due to hydrogen fuel shortages, which have left customers unable to drive their cars, the class action lawsuit said. “As a result, consumers, including plaintiffs,…

The Indian Renewable Energy Expo aims to address the severe problem of power shortage in India every summer.
The Indian Renewable Energy Expo aims to address the severe problem of power shortage in India every summer.

The Indian Renewable Energy Expo aims to address the severe problem of power shortage in India every summer. India's annual renewable energy exhibition will be held in mid-February next year. The organizer of this international exhibition is the exhibition industry giant——.UBM Exhibition GroupThe exhibition hall is located atHyderabad International Exhibition CenterTens of thousands of professionals will be present. India begins to suffer from severe power shortages every summer. Hyderabad is located in the central region of India. In the south, there are two major cities: Bangalore and Chennai, and in the west, Mumbai. and Hyderabad are the commercial centers of India. The city center covers three major cities and the entire southern part of India. Hyderabad has an important economic status in India. Hyderabad belongs to the state of Telangana. The capital is Hyderabad, Mr. K Chandrashekar Rao, the Chief Minister of Telangana State. , he visited Shanghai, China, and held the "India Telangana State Investment Opportunity Exchange Meeting" at…