C.H. Robinson Introduces Navisphere Technology Platform
C.H. Robinson Worldwide Inc. introduces Navisphere, the next version of the company’s single global technology platform.
Transportation CFOs outline predictions, top concerns in GE survey
TORONTO, Ont. — A survey of corporate chief financial officers found that transportation CFO sentiment is in line with the overall mean when it comes to the current state of their industry, the US economy and the global economy.
Vigillo to Hold Free Webinar on Impending CSA Changes
Vigillo will host complimentary webinars to discuss significant impending changes to Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration’s Compliance, Safety, Accountability program, in particular, its Safety Measurement System.
US truck tonnage crunched by Hurricane Sandy
WASHINGTON, D.C. — US for-hire truck tonnage dove 3.8% in October, following on the heels of a 0.4% decrease in September (which was revised down from a 0.1% gain that was first reported).
St. Lawrence College hosting info session to plug new logistics program
CORNWALL, Ont. — St. Lawrence College’s Cornwall campus will be hosting an information session to promote its new supply chain and logistics program this Friday. The new 18-week program, which gets underway Jan. 7, aims to train…
When in doubt a hit the brakes
It’s an age-old axiom for truck drivers: if you see signs of trouble ahead, start slowing down, because time and space is what you need to safely maneuver your big rig out of danger.
Ford, Newman’s Own Partner with Feeding America
For the 12th consecutive year, Ford Motor Company and Newman’s Own Inc. are partnering with Feeding America, the nation’s largest domestic hunger-relief organization, to donate Ford refrigerated trucks filled with Newman’s Own food products.
Fall of Diesel Prices Slows
While nationwide diesel prices at the pump saw a decrease this week, it was a small one. The average price for a gallon of diesel fell only four-tenths of a cents to $3.967, according to the weekly U.S. Energy Information Administration’s Gasoline a…
Highly Anticipated I-69 Corridor in Indiana Opens Ahead of Schedule
The first three sections of the new Interstate 69 corridor in southwest Indiana were officially opened. The new corridor covers a 67-mile stretch that comprises what has been the longest contiguous new interstate construction project in the United S…
FPInnovations develops lightweight timber trailer
MONTREAL, Que. — Researcher FPInnovations has developed a lightweight timber trailer that could significantly increase payloads in eastern Canada and the northeastern US.