Articles Tagged with ''trucking''

Study finds chillers account for 60% of global spending on truck refrigeration units

The study opines that the demand for highly perishable foods continues to expand at an unprecedented pace, which in turn continues to hard press food and beverage companies to strengthen their product cold supply logistics/chain.
August 29, 2019
Chillers account for 60% of global spending on truck refrigeration units, according to a study released by Fact.MR, Rockville, Md.
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Johnston Logistics to become Dachser Ireland

Dachser and Johnston Logistics have been partners since 2007.
July 10, 2019
Dachser USA Air & Sea Logistics, Atlanta, announced that newly acquired Johnston Logistics Ltd., Ireland, will re-launch as Dachser Ireland Ltd. and be fully integrated into the Dachser network by September.
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PGT Trucking expands with new project cargo management division

This division provides assistance moving high-volume, heavy, valuable or multifaceted freight with multiple shipments, legal flatbeds and a variety of specialized equipment.
June 5, 2019
PGT Trucking, Inc., Aliquippa, Pa., developed the Project Cargo Management Division, a single-source transportation solution for high-volume or complex project cargo.
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Western Express plans $88M expansion in Nashville, TN

This expansion will add new technology, business services and back office support, as well as new trucks, trailers and GPS and other transportation-related equipment.
May 6, 2019
Western Express, Inc. announced plans to invest $88 million to expand its Nashville, Tenn., headquarters.
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Study: Truckload volumes rise in March

Flatbed freight was the strongest segment of the three, with a 10% increase in demand for available trucks.
April 18, 2019
Truckload freight volumes increased in March although ample capacity and weather-related supply chain disruptions kept rates in check, according to a report produced by DAT Solutions, Portland, Ore.
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Mickey Truck

Mickey Truck Bodies launches Mickey Fleet Services

Fleet services include reconditions, repairs, upfits, overhauls and sales.
April 11, 2019
Mickey Truck Bodies, High Point, N.C., now offers fleet services to its company-owned regional centers in North Carolina, Illinois, Florida and New Jersey.
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Brady Trucking

Driver rewards program helps Brady Trucking improve driver retention

To meet this ambitious goal, driver retention is at the top of Brady Trucking’s 2019 key executive initiatives.
March 28, 2019
Brady Trucking implemented onboarding surveys from Stay Metrics to check in with drivers at key points after their hire dates to see what their expectations of the company are, and later on, if those expectations are being met.
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Fleet Advantage Brian Holland

Hype vs. reality: Are fleets gearing toward electric trucks?

There are numerous reasons why electric trucks may continue to take a backseat when private transportation fleets and for-hire carriers are developing their truck procurement strategies.
Brian Holland
February 19, 2019
While electrification may cultivate into a possible reality down the road, many in the industry remain dedicated to improving the output of quality returns found in diesel.
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