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Palm Beach County Selects Wantman Group, Inc. for Jog Road Extension
Wantman Group, Inc. (WGI) is pleased to announce their selection by Palm Beach County to provide professional engineering services for the Jog Road Extension from SR 710 to Northlake Boulevard. - October 02, 2009 - Wantman Group, Inc.
New Book Shows Life Changing RF in the Air to Make Us Green
James Gerdeman's book shows Life changing technology is in the air and it is helping to make us green. Radio frequency identification, RFID, is improving our commute, speeding shipments across the globe, and securing our fleets and communities. This is one government plan that has led us to making life changing improvements for the better. Since ISTEA was first implemented all modes of transportation have used the RFID tags to improve logistics, provide security and make traffic flow. - October 01, 2009 - JDGerdeman
High Voltage Cable Test System from CAMI Research
CAMI Research introduces a high voltage module for its CableEye M3U cable test system that permits expanded testing for insulation resistance and dielectric breakdown. New HVX Module Tests to A620 Standards. - September 29, 2009 - CAMI Research Inc.
Leading International Aviation Software Firm Opens New Africa Office
AD Software, a specialist software development company focusing on civil aviation maintenance and repair operations, with offices in Europe and Asia, has now opened a new office in South Africa to provide local support for African users of its Airpack Fleet Management System and Logistics Solutions. The new office will also enable AD Software to increase the adoption of its technology to improve safety and operations efficiency with more African airlines, as well as MROs and CAMO organizations. - September 27, 2009 - Hi-Fly Marketing
Wantman Group, Inc. Selected by FDOT – District 4
Wantman Group, Inc. (WGI) is pleased to announce their selection by Florida’s Department of Transportation (FDOT) – District 4 to provide professional services for the Design-Build – Dixie Highway Flyover project in Broward and Palm Beach Counties. - September 27, 2009 - Wantman Group, Inc.
TransCore Awarded Contract to Convert Utah Department of Transportation’s I-15 Express Lanes to an Electronic Payment System
Utah Department of Transportation (UDOT) has selected TransCore to convert the existing Interstate 15 Express Lanes decal system to an electronic, radio frequency identification (RFID)-based payment system. This type of system is the first in Utah. - September 21, 2009 - Transcore, ITS
1-800-GET-A-YES and getayes.com Relaunch to Pull Special Finance Customers Today Throughout United States
AdTel, parent company to TRI, has revamped and relaunched the original 1-800-GET-A-YES and GetAYes.com brands to be up and active nation wide. - September 18, 2009 - Advocate USA LLC
"Get Motorcoachified" Bus Wraps Hit the Road: Motorcoach Council Invites All North American Motorcoach Companies to Participate in Outreach Campaign
Participating motorcoach companies have the freedom to retain their own branding and identity while participating in the campaign. Operators can purchase a full-coach wrap, rear or side wrap, or bumper decal and may choose the decal color and messaging that resonates best with their particular demographic/region. The campaign’s diverse slogans act as a call to action to entice travelers to “Get Motorcoachified” today and experience the transformation/satisfaction one enjoys traveling by coach. - September 18, 2009 - Motorcoach Council, Inc.
San Francisco Limousine Service Now Offers Green Eco-Friendly Vehicles
Nationwide Limousine Service (NLS) of San Francisco Bay Area is now offering hybrid cars featuring low-emission, environmental friendly transportation for corporate and private groups. - September 17, 2009 - Nationwide Limousine Service
Seon Design Inc. Launches the New High-Efficiency IR Dome Camera – SQ Series
Seon is pleased to introduce the new high-efficiency SQ IR Dome infrared camera. Like all Seon cameras, the SQ IR Dome is designed to meet the specific needs of mobile applications. Among its special features, this camera is protected from transient voltage through regulated power. The unit uses... - September 17, 2009 - Seon Design Inc.
Trucking Consultant, Andy Ahern to Join Esteemed Panel of Speakers at Upcoming TransForum 2009 Conference
Andy Ahern of Ahern & Associates to deliver expert insight about transportation mergers and acquisitions on speaking panel collaborated by James M. Hill of Benesch Law at TransForum 2009. - September 17, 2009 - Ahern and Associates
LAN Peru No Longer Allow Non-Residents to Obtain Lowest Airfares Within Peru
LAN Peru announced on the 1st September that, as of that date, their lowest base rate for flight tickets booked in Peru can no longer be bought for use by non-residents. Any non-resident who tries to board a plane with a base rate ticket will now be charged an additional US$ 178.50 by the airline. Any agency who issues a base rate flight ticket for a non-resident will also be fined, as non-residents will now only be allowed access to higher fares on routes within Peru. - September 17, 2009 - Escaped to Latin America
Multiple Carrier Shipping Software Expanded US Postal Service Support Yields Ideal Holiday Shipping System
Harvey Software announced that its flagship Computerized Parcel System (CPS) shipping software now provides its most complete ever support for United States Postal Service shippers. - September 16, 2009 - Harvey Software, Inc.
Entrepreneur Alfred DiMora Named Honorary Chair of Tribute Concert for Songwriter Dennis Lambert in Benefit for DesertArc Nov. 14
Alfred DiMora Named Honorary Chair of Tribute Concert for Songwriter Dennis Lambert in Benefit for DesertArc Nov. 14. DiMora also will be honored with a "star" on the Palm Springs Walk of Stars Nov. 15 2009 ceremony at 11:30 a.m. in front of the historic Palm Canyon Theater on Palm Canyon Drive in Palm Springs. - September 16, 2009 - DiMora Motorcar
Introducing the PV-Stop – Solar Powered LED Bus Stop Lighting Solution from Urban Solar
The PV-Stop is an autonomous, stand alone solar powered LED lighting system for transit applications. - September 16, 2009 - Urban Solar Corp
New International Transport Scheme Launched
Another Eco busting website from The Vyouz Network, reduces CO2 emmisions. - September 15, 2009 - Vyouz Ltd
Al Madina Logistics Supports TransOman
Al Madina Logistics Services (AMLS), Omani provider of third-party logistics (3PL), express road and airfreight transport, has signed on as platinum and silver sponsor of TransOman Expo and Conference. TransOman Expo will be held from 13th to 15th October at the Oman International Exhibition Centre. The Conference will be from 14th to 15th October to be held at the Golden Tulip Hotel Seeb, Muscat. - September 12, 2009 - Oman International Trade & Exhibitions
Bed Bug – Busters Enters the New York Metro Area Moving & Storage Market
Bed Bugs are back with a vengeance and they have become the city’s newest scourge. This has sparked a bed bug paranoia that has a lot of people bugging out. Owner Jim Rueda says “that people on the move should be concerned about the mover they use as previous studies have concluded that... - September 10, 2009 - Bed Bug - Busters
Transfreight Adds Yard Hound™ from PINC Solutions to Further Expand Its Capabilities in Yard Management
Leading lean logistics service provider benefits from real-time-location-system (RTLS) enhanced visibility added to yard management solution. - September 10, 2009 - PINC
AutoGo Auto Transport Offers Tips for International Car Shipping
Vehicle shipping tips help customers best prepare their vehicle for safe, fast international transport. - September 09, 2009 - AutoGo Auto Transport
DiMora Motorcar Builds Tomorrow’s Luxury Automobile on Radical Foundation
D-Tek™ chassis debuts on $2 million Natalia SLS 2 sport luxury sedan before widespread industry use. - September 08, 2009 - DiMora Motorcar
FleetWhiz™ Decisionmaking Tools Software CD Now Available on Amazon.com
FleetTextBooks.org launches the FleetWhiz™ CD on major online retail site. FleetWhiz™ Decisionmaking Tools Software is now available to view and purchase through the Software Department on Amazon.com. - September 07, 2009 - FleetTextBooks.org LLC
ELFAA Airlines Rescue Sky Europe Passengers
Following the news that Sky Europe has filed for bankruptcy, ELFAA member airlines have sprung into action to offer an emergency rescue package to those passengers who find themselves stranded as a result of the suspension of Sky Europe’s operations. ELFAA airlines that have overlapping... - September 03, 2009 - European Low Fares Airlines Association
Trucking Consulting Firm, Ahern & Associates Engaged by National Drayage Services, LLC (NDS) to Secure Bi-Coastal Agent Opportunities
NDS seeks to expand agent operations to Los Angeles and New York, hires transportation consultants, Ahern and Associates to aid in securing agent locations. - September 02, 2009 - Ahern and Associates
Transportation Company Transfer Services, Inc. Opens Business in New Bern, NC
Transfer Services, Inc., a local transportation services company has recently opened in New Bern, N.C.. Transfer Services, Inc. provides transportation services on all levels. They provide flatbed freight transportation and can provide piggyback forklift services. They also offer consolidation of... - September 02, 2009 - Transfer Services, Inc.
Introducing Eco-Titan the First Environmentally Friendly Utility Distribution Pole
CMT Worldwide introduces the Eco-Titan Distribution Pole the first environmentally neutral pole engineered and manufactured today. The Eco-Titan is the available in sizes to 55 feet and in most required strengths. The Eco-Titan patented distribtion pole is lightweight, a low carbon footprint, recyclable, easy to handle & ship, exceeds all standards. - September 01, 2009 - CMT Worldwide, LLC
Lean Sourcing, Supply Chain, Sustainability Firm, Bellwether Services, Strengthens Commitment to Green Supply Chain Quality and Environment
Bellwether Services, a leading Lean Sourcing, Spend Management, Green Supply Chain, Lean Six Sigma and Quality Audit Solution Provider publishes a set of comprehensive continuous improvement tools for lean sourcing, supply chain, sustainability, and other professionals. - August 29, 2009 - Bellwether Services
Elanor Tracking Introduces Vehicle Tracking Services in Bangalore at Affordable Pricing
Elanor Tracking has introduced affordable GPS based vehicle tracking services in Bangalore. By paying a small monthly fee, customers can use their web based service for tracking their vehicles. - August 29, 2009 - elanor tracking
Corporate Transportation Reaches 30% Growth
During a time when most transportation companies are parking trucks, Corporate Traffic, Inc. continues to expand its asset based subsidiary, Corporate Transportation. With the most recent addition of four new company trucks and trailers, Chad Cline, Executive Vice President of Corporate... - August 28, 2009 - Corporate Traffic
Europe: PressurePro First Intelligent and Telematic Drop & Hook TPMS for Trucks
PressurePro Germany: Introducing the new Drop and Hook tire pressure system for the German and European market. - August 28, 2009 - Specialtrade24 Co., Ltd.
XscapeEz Ltd. Announces the Release of the Ez-TAP USB Heavy Duty Vehicle Diagnostic Tool
XscapeEz Ltd. is excited to announce the release of the newest member of the Ez-TAPTM – Truck Access Point family of diagnostic tools, the Ez-TAP USBTM. Ez-TAP USBTM modules are full featured RP1210a compliant diagnostic tools that connect OEM diagnostic software to heavy duty vehicles with... - August 27, 2009 - XscapeEz Ltd.
Apollo and CanaDream Partnership
Apollo Motorhome Holidays and CanaDream announced today that they were partnering in the Canadian RV rental market. CanaDream is a well known and market leading RV rentals operator in Canada. Started in 1995 as a private company, CanaDream went public in 1998. It has rental locations across Canada... - August 26, 2009 - Apollo Motorhomes
Online Locksmith Directory Reaches 50,000 Locksmiths, Launches Recommendations to Help Consumers Find Reputable Locksmiths
www.findLocks.com (A FindCo, LLC website) has become the most comprehensive Online Locksmith Directory on the web with over 50,000 Locksmiths. - August 25, 2009 - FindCo, LLC
California Tow Truck Association Applauds Decision of City Council to Stay Out of Vehicle Storage Business
The California Tow Truck Association (CTTA) applauds the San Bernardino City Council members who unanimously voted to reject the proposal presented by the San Bernardino Police Department to create a city run impound yard on Monday, August 17, 2009. According to an article in the Contra Costa... - August 24, 2009 - California Tow Truck Association
Seon Design Launches Its New Security, Safety & Control Web Site
Finding the right mobile surveillance solution has never been so easy. The world’s #1 provider of mobile surveillance systems to the school bus and bus and coach market, Seon Design Inc. has just launched a new Web site. Designed to help customers navigate information quickly and easily,... - August 24, 2009 - Seon Design Inc.
Corporate Traffic Promotes Brian Sadler to Safety and Compliance Manager
Brian Sadler has been promoted to Safety and Compliance Manager for Corporate Traffic and its subsidiary Corporate Transportation. Sadler joined the company in 1994 and has spent the last 15 years of his tenor working in the Operations, Customer Service and Accounting departments. This new... - August 22, 2009 - Corporate Traffic
Harvey Software's CPS™ Shipping Software Users Shipping More, Showing Early Signs of Economic Recovery
Harvey Software, Inc. announced that users of its CPS shipping software are now shipping more packages this year as compared to last and seem to be on the road to economic business recovery. - August 22, 2009 - Harvey Software, Inc.
E-Brief -- Randall-Reilly Offers TransCore’s TruckersEdge and 3sixty Freight Match Express on eTrucker.com
TransCore announces the company's partnership with Randall-Reilly owner of eTrucker.com to bring value-added services to the online trucking community. Truckers Edge a combination of load matching and regulatory and compliance tools that help independent truckers stay competitive. 3sixty Freight Match Express provides access to the DAT loadboard for small shippers, brokers and carriers. - August 22, 2009 - Transcore, ITS
Seon Design Inc. Partners with Hewlett Packard
Seon Design, the world’s largest supplier of mobile surveillance systems to the school bus and coach industry, is pleased to announce that it is now an approved Hewlett Packard (HP) partner. Seon has worked closely with HP to specifically engineer a robust industrial Wi-Fi solution for mobile... - August 20, 2009 - Seon Design Inc.
Logistic Dynamics Ranked 12th Fastest Growing Logistics Provider by Inc. Magazine
Logistic Dynamics Ranked 12th Fastest Growing Logistics Provider by Inc. Magazine. - August 20, 2009 - Logistic Dynamics, Inc.
Harvey Software's Shipper Dollars Now Reward Endicia.com Users
Today, Harvey Software, Inc. announced that Endicia has joined the list of companies that qualify for its new Shipper Dollars program. Harvey Software's Shipper Dollars provide credit towards the purchase of its multi-carrier CPS™ shipping software, giving shippers an easy way to use CPS for... - August 19, 2009 - Harvey Software, Inc.
Visix Earns Third Consecutive Year on Inc. Magazine's List of America’s Fastest-Growing Private Companies
Inc. magazine has ranked Visix no. 2221 on its third annual Inc. 5000 with three-year sales growth of 141.5%. The list is an exclusive ranking of the nation's fastest-growing private companies and it represents the most comprehensive look at the most important segment of the economy –... - August 19, 2009 - Visix, Inc.
Brexis Courier Goes Green
Brexis Courier is making huge strides in their effort to become an environmentally conscious company. They hope to be the trend setter and example for other courier companies to implement green practices into their daily routines. - August 19, 2009 - Brexis Courier
Sundt Executives Selected for Local and National Transporation Boards
Sundt's John Carlson and Michael Hill have been tapped as experts for prestigious transportation and aviation organizations. Their appointments underscore the resources, value and expertise that Tempe, Ariz.-based Sundt, the nation's 55th largest construction company, has to offer regarding local, regional and national road and airport projects and related processes. - August 18, 2009 - Sundt
Soilworks' Growth Prompts Expansion Into New Production Facility and New Corporate Office
Soilworks®, LLC, the world’s leading provider of environmentally safe soil stabilizers and dust control products, announced today the expansion of its headquarters and production facility in Chandler, Arizona. Exponential growth since its establishment in 2003, coupled with a dramatic... - August 15, 2009 - Soilworks, LLC
FreightCenter.com Named One of America's Top Growing Private Companies for 3rd Consecutive Year
The innovative freight and logistics company earns #4412 on the 2009 Inc. 5000 list by growing triple the average of others in the transportation and logistics industry. - August 15, 2009 - FreightCenter.com
HAFAS at ITS World Congress Stockholm
As ITS stands for intelligent transport systems and services, HAFAS must not be missing at the 16th World Congress which is to be held in Stockholm this year from September 21st to 25th. The software specialist HaCon will present its leading timetable information system in the Congress Center of... - August 15, 2009 - HaCon Ingenieurgesellschaft mbH
Redefining Mobile Video Recording – Seon Launches the New Explorer® MX4
Seon Design has added to its security, safety and control product portfolio with the launch of the Explorer MX4, the most versatile and feature-packed 4-channel digital video recorder in the market. The MX4 offers the highest resolution and frame rate combination in the market. Using MPEG-4... - August 14, 2009 - Seon Design Inc.
ScootOrlando.com Mobility Scooters Are Best-in-Class for "Green" Environmental Friendly Rentals to Walt Disney World, Universal Florida and Sea World Orlando Visitors
ScootOrlando.com, Scooter Vacations, Orlando Scooter Rental company, is pleased to announce their Best-in-Class status for their “Green” environmental mobility scooter rentals for visitors to Orlando area attractions such as Walt Disney World, Universal Studios Florida and Sea World Orlando. By selecting the newest technology, innovative designed mobility scooters they are able to offer the lightest weight yet still, full size scooters. - August 13, 2009 - Scooter Vacations
Seon Design Inc. Offers Lease Financing
In these economically challenging times, mobile video surveillance systems supplier Seon Design Inc. is providing customers with the option of lease financing. Eighty percent of all equipment in the United States is leased. Lease financing allows customers to acquire all the equipment they need up... - August 13, 2009 - Seon Design Inc.