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Grimes Trucking Company Installs Qualcomm Units
During the last quarter of 2013, Grimes Trucking Company installed Qualcomm’s Omnitracs units in every company and contracted truck in the fleet. As Grimes looks forward in 2014, the newly installed system is already serving their communication and compliance goals. “Our commitment to... - January 07, 2014 - Total Distribution, Inc.
Vision-Box(R) Awarded National Framework Agreement with UK Border Force for the Deployment of Automated Border Control (ABC) ePassport Gates
Vision-Box(R), the market leader in automated border control systems and electronic identity solutions, will be the supplier of next generation eGates to ports of entry to the UK for the next four years. - January 06, 2014 - Vision-Box
NGTC (Next Generation Train Control) is the First Research Project Partially Funded by the European Commission Under the 7th Framework Programme
Under the NGTC project all main rail system signalling suppliers together with mainline operators and infrastructure managers as well as urban rail operators are going to be working jointly in developing the next generation of train control systems. - January 01, 2014 - Sagacity Media
The Grimes Companies Donates 3,500 Meals to Second Harvest Food Bank
Giving back to the community is a part of the culture at The Grimes Companies, and the holiday season brings many opportunities to do just that. At this year’s Holiday Charity Event with The Transportation Club of Jacksonville, Grimes donated $500 to The Second Harvest Food Bank, matching the... - December 23, 2013 - Total Distribution, Inc.
Vehicle Latch and Handle Solutions from EMKA UK
EMKA’s range of latches and handles for vehicles has been packaged together into a single Transport Solutions Catalogue. Products range from flap handles and grab handles, to quarter-turn locks, swinghandles and specialist locks for fire protection situations. - December 20, 2013 - EMKA (UK) Ltd.
Air Transat World’s First Certified Practicing Green Airline Achieves Another Milestone
Air Transat becomes the first airline in the world to attain the second level Minimization award in the Fly-360-Green Certification Program, a benchmark for high performing airlines and aircraft operators. “We are especially proud to have obtained this certification because it recognizes the... - December 18, 2013 - World Green Aviation Council
Ontario Parking Systems Ltd. Announce Swing Gate Opener in Toronto for Traffic Control
Ontario Parking Systems has announced that the company carries a variety of swing gate openers for Toronto traffic control applications, in addition to gates for gated communities and residential developments. One swing gate opener for Toronto projects includes the LIFTMASTER CSW24V. The CSW24V is... - December 18, 2013 - Ontario Parking Systems Ltd.
New Collapsible Packaging Product is a Game Changer
FCA's Collapsible Utility Box (C.U.B.) is an innovative, yet economical collapsible packaging product that saves customers significant money on freight, storage, set up and take down, and packaging costs. It requires no tools, clips, fasteners or hardware to assemble and is much more economical than other collapsible packaging products on the market. - December 17, 2013 - FCA, LLC
CORENA Implements Comprehensive Parts Catalogue Solution Based on S1000D at Norwegian Rail
CORENA, a global leader in S1000D software and implementation services, announced today that they have signed a strategic agreement with Norwegian Rail (NSB) for a comprehensive installation of an S1000D based MRO solution. Under this agreement CORENA will implement an electronic Parts Catalogue... - December 17, 2013 - CORENA A/S
Scottsdale Car Service Receives Blue WeddingWire Rated(TM) Badge
WeddingWire, the nation's leading online wedding marketplace, is thrilled to announce that Scottsdale Car Service has received the WeddingWire Rated™ Blue badge for excellence in Transportation. The esteemed WeddingWire Rated™ program recognizes wedding professionals who have received... - December 15, 2013 - Scottsdale Car Service
Scottsdale Car Service Voted by AZ Foothills Magazine Best in the Valley
One of Phoenix’s premiere magazines, Arizona Foothills Magazine, has named Scottsdale Car Service the "Best Limo and Sweet Rides" in the Valley this year. The results for AZ Foothills magazine Best of our Valley 2014 are in and residents have voted Scottsdale Car Service the number... - December 15, 2013 - Scottsdale Car Service
Kiss Limousines to be the First "Star" Vehicles in Las Vegas
Over the past 40 years, KISS has toured the world while breaking sales and attendance records regularly. The make-up, costumes, effects and choreography combined with the talent and music of the group have created an icon of the rock world. KISS - the brand - has become one of the most desired... - December 14, 2013 - Adventure Photo Tours
Crazy Diamond Performance Inc. Offers a Turn-Key Natural Gas Fueled Hot Rod
All steel 1932 Ford Roadster replica equipped with modern natural gas alternative fuel technology. - December 13, 2013 - Crazy Diamond Performance Inc.
Specialist Vehicle Hinges from EMKA UK
The new range of vehicle hinges from EMKA UK encompasses hinges for internal doors, hinges for overlay doors, torque hinges and hinges for table tops, and will be of interest to manufacturers of specialist vehicles such as caravans, trucks, vans, horse boxes, coaches, railway carriages, boats and ships. - December 12, 2013 - EMKA (UK) Ltd.
E-Bike Commuters Gain Recognition and Insurance; Insurance Company Offers Coverage for Electric-Assisted Bicycles and Their Riders
E-bikes, bicycles with power assist provided by an electric motor, are rapidly gaining popularity as an alternative method of transportation in metropolitan areas. Until recently, e-bike riders were not covered by insurance. Velosurance, a Fort Lauderdale, FL based insurance agency that launched a... - December 10, 2013 - Velosurance
Volocopter Start-Up Raises €1.2M, Breaks European Crowdfunding Record
E-volo’s Volocopter – supported by Climate-KIC, the EU’s main climate innovation initiative - is safer, simpler, and cleaner than normal helicopters. Instead of one combustion engine, eighteen electrically driven rotors propel it. - December 08, 2013 - Climate-KIC
The Grimes Companies Launches New Websites
The Grimes Companies is inviting visitors to its newly developed family of sites, recently redesigned from a single corporate website. The new design includes individual sites for each of The Grimes Companies, improving navigation and providing richer content within each division. “In order... - December 04, 2013 - Total Distribution, Inc.
FDB Panel Fittings Serves T Handles, Locks, Hinges and Cams “To Go” on the Bus Stop Bar
Under their Rocfast banner FDB Panel Fittings has supplied the Bus Stop Bar with locks, handles and hinges. The Bus Stop Bar is a mobile hospitality platform used at venues around the country. - November 30, 2013 - FDB Panel Fittings
Affordable Moving Services, Inc. is Adding New Services
The company that moves you will also haul over the road. - November 29, 2013 - Affordable Moving Services, Inc.
The Moving Experience Takes a Big Step Towards Helping Corporate Relocation Transferees Save Money
Nearly every worker has apprehensions and nerves about corporate relocation and many are looking for some assistance that saves them both effort and money. In order to fill that role, The Moving Experience has released its "OneMove" tax protection service that will be available for the... - November 29, 2013 - The Moving Experience
Transglobal Express Launches New Website
Air and sea freight forwarder and international courier Transglobal Express is excited to announce the launch of its new website www.transglobalexpress.co.uk. - November 29, 2013 - Transglobal Express Ltd
Blue Lotus Communications Signs up TABcab
TABcab, Mumbai’s leading phone fleet cab service with over 2800 cabs, assigned their public relations mandate to Blue Lotus Communications Pvt. Ltd., a Comniscient Group company. Blue Lotus will now communicate the effectiveness and efficiency of TABcab to the press and masses. Mr. - November 22, 2013 - Blue Lotus Communication
Philippines: Aid Flight Operations Pick Up Pace
Global aircraft charter specialist Chapman Freeborn continues to deliver relief supplies for Typhoon Haiyan's victims. - November 22, 2013 - Chapman Freeborn Airchartering Pte Ltd
Grimes Trucking Company Opens New Terminal in Atlanta
Grimes Trucking Company is pleased to announce the opening of a new driver terminal in Atlanta, Georgia. The additional terminal, which opened earlier this month, will give Grimes Trucking a physical presence in Atlanta, where their drivers steadily pass through on Grimes’ regular lanes in... - November 20, 2013 - Total Distribution, Inc.
WikiTrend.org: The Biking Trend Kicks in to High Gear
Trends-spotters are seeing an influx in bicycle-related ideas. - November 20, 2013 - Daniel Levine
Mobile Awareness Announces MobileTRAQ Vue Integrated with TireStat TPMS
Mobile Awareness, LLC, a provider of leading-edge transportation safety products, today announced the release of MobileTRAQ Vue, integrated with TireStat TPMS sensors, creating the most advanced tire pressure management system ever available for commercial trucks. - November 15, 2013 - Mobile Awareness, LLC
Social Networking for Your…Car? Unique Ridesharing Platform Launches Global Fundraiser
GoVeho.com, the nation’s first and only social networking site for ridesharing, is looking for eco-friendly donors that will aid their mission to provide commuters an easy, on-demand carpooling option that can reduce deadly carbon emissions by an estimated six tons per average rider, per year. - November 14, 2013 - GoVeho
Grimes Warehousing Selects Logimax as WMS Solution
In September 2013, Grimes Warehousing made a decision to move its warehouse inventory management and billing system over to Logimax. Today, the Logimax system is fully integrated and management is pleased with the selection. “Every day we are looking for ways to be more efficient and offer... - November 13, 2013 - Total Distribution, Inc.
Deteriorating Bridges Uncovered in CBC Investigative Series
"Sudbury's Big Fix" shines light on one city's looming infrastructure crisis. - November 09, 2013 - American Concrete Pipe Association
The Only Customs Broker in Albuquerque Celebrates Helping New Mexico Clients for Over One Year
It has been just over one year now since D'Ann L Brown Customs Broker has been open for business in New Mexico. In that time the business has helped a variety of clients with imports and exports spanning a variety of industries. - November 05, 2013 - D'Ann L Brown Customs Broker
Advancement in Direct Natural Gas Vehicle Technology
Crazy Diamond Performance Inc. (CDP) develops a patent pending method of fuel injection for Direct Injection (DI) applications. CDP has developed an innovative method to convert many DI engines to a gaseous fuel. With automakers fitting their product line with more efficient engines using DI, there were barriers in operating a gaseous fuels in a DI engine. - November 05, 2013 - Crazy Diamond Performance Inc.
Capita Conferences Announced Road Safety Conference
Capita Conferences National Road Safety event has been designed for and in consultation with, road safety teams and will showcase best practice on reducing accidents and improving education, promotion and training on road safety in the community. - November 03, 2013 - Capita Conferences
National Association for Community College Entrepreneurship Announces Winners of National Student Competitions
Community college students won cash awards in national competitions run by the National Association for Community College Entrepreneurship. - November 01, 2013 - National Association for Community College Entrepreneurship
Lightning Nominated Race Engine of the Year
Lightning made history at the 91st Pikes Peak International Hill Climb this June winning against the world's best motorcycles. Lightning won first place overall and over 20 seconds faster than the closest world-class gas-powered motorcycle. With this accomplishment, Lightning was nominated by Race... - October 31, 2013 - Lightning Motorcycle
Grimes Warehousing Services Reaches 1,000 Days Safety Mark
On October 23, Grimes Warehousing Services reached a notable milestone for safety – 1,000 days without a lost time accident. This exceptional achievement underscores The Grimes Companies’ commitment to operational safety as well as customer service. “Our high safety goals are not... - October 29, 2013 - Total Distribution, Inc.
Limo Service in Austin Hires SEO Specialists to Assist in Reaching Locals Who Need a Ride
Local limo service "Endeavor Limousines & Chauffeured Services of Austin" partners up with the SEO experts at "Prospect Genius" to bring superior transportation services to the greater Austin, TX area. - October 28, 2013 - Prospect Genius
New Park Place Pedicabs Combine Quality, Reliability and Value
Park Place Pedicab designed to be dependable, lightweight and maneuverable. - October 25, 2013 - The USA Trailer Store
Jim Dodson Law Supports National Teen Driver Safety Week
Clearwater Personal Injury Lawyer Jim Dodson joins the nation’s effort in bringing awareness to safe teen driver and passenger behavior during National Teen Driver Safety Week. The event is observed annually the third week in October. The leading cause of death among teens in the United... - October 23, 2013 - Jim Dodson Law
Easy-Swap Obstacle Detection Sensor System for Tractor-Trailers Now Available
Mobile Awareness, LLC, a provider of leading-edge transportation safety products today announced their enhanced version of SenseStat Wireless Obstacle Detection Sensor System. - October 17, 2013 - Mobile Awareness, LLC
Jeff Chrin Now Offers Exclusive Cruise and Land Packages Through National Affiliate
Jeff Chrin announced today that he has joined Cruise Planners - American Express Travel, an award-winning national cruise and travel franchise company. Affiliation means that Jeff can now offer customers exclusive pricing on a wide range of cruise and destination wedding packages, a choice of... - October 15, 2013 - Cruise Planners - Ship and Land Vacations, Jeff Chrin
Easibook Launches Its First Web Mobile Application
Easibook launches its first web mobile application in the market. Now, booking bus tickets is made even easier as it could be done using Easibook apps. This allows people book bus tickets in Singapore and Malaysia anywhere and anytime using their portable devices as the app is generally accessible... - October 13, 2013 - Easibook.com Pte Ltd
EosGroup Announces Eos Code Manager, the Next Cortex Module
Today Eos Group, Inc. announces the release of Eos Code Manager for Eos Navigator, which gives estimators the ability to set up, manage, and publish libraries of work breakdown structure codes (WBS codes) and values for Sage Estimating estimates. Eos Code Manager is a module for Cortex, Eos’... - October 11, 2013 - Eos Group
API Limousine Acquires Regional Provider Ultra Limousine
API Limousine of Sacramento CA is excited to announce the recent purchase of Ultra Limousine Service of Woodland CA. Ultra Limousine is a boutique, four vehicle operation servicing Yolo and Solano Counties and is owned by Richard and Susan Lundquist. Richard has been serving the Sacramento... - October 11, 2013 - API Limousine
Bagolie Friedman Shares Bus Safety Tips Following Deadly Pennsylvania Bus Crash
Following the recent deadly bus crash in Pennsylvania, Ricky Bagolie, co-founder of Bagolie Friedman Injury Lawyers, a personal injury law firm in Jersey City, NJ, continues to push for stricter safety guidelines to protect bus passengers. - October 10, 2013 - Bagolie Friedman Injury Lawyers
American Eagles Limo, Now Announces Wedding Limousines Services for the Long Island New York Area
Long Island Wedding Limousine Service is Now Giving Wedding Limo Packages - October 10, 2013 - American Eagles Limo
Lithium Battery Fires in the Cabins of Commercial and General Aviation Aircraft
This new innovation counters the threat of on-board cabin fires caused by lithium batteries in personal electronic devices and supplements current FAA protocol. - October 09, 2013 - SpectrumFX, Inc.
Grimes Trucking Company Expansion to New Lane Ave Location
Due to recent expansion within The Grimes Companies (TGC), Grimes Trucking Company has relocated to 1108 N. Lane Ave. in Jacksonville. The new facility more than doubles the office space dedicated to Grimes Trucking Company while also adding enclosed bays for in-house servicing as well as a... - October 09, 2013 - Total Distribution, Inc.
Charter Jet Brokers ONEflight International; Introduces Test Flight Offer for Corporate Executives
Charter jet brokerage firm, ONEflight International is now making their test flight services open to clients across the United States. The firm’s test flight services enables business owners to review the available aircraft options within the ONEflight International service offering and to... - October 09, 2013 - ONEFlight International
HEVO Power's High Tech Manhole Cover Charges Electric Vehicle Adoption
HEVO Power's wireless electric vehicle charging technology selected as SAFE Emerging Innovation Semi-Finalist. - October 08, 2013 - Integrated Solar Technology
SpectrumFX Making the LIFE Kit Available to Airlines Worldwide to Fight Lithium Battery Fires in the Cabin of Commercial Aircrafts
Lithium battery fires aboard commercial airlines are a new and dangerous threat. - October 02, 2013 - SpectrumFX, Inc.