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Choice Logistics Renews with SunGard for Business Continuity and Overall Contingency Strategy Support
Best in class system safeguards critical data and helps ensure consistent uptime - August 13, 2009 - Choice Logistics
DOTMOBIL Europe is Now Making Its Proven GPS Fleet Management and Asset Tracking Systems Available in North America
DOTMOBIL US (www.dotmobil.us) announced the availability of Europe’s leading GPS fleet management and asset tracking system with proven DOTSTATION and DOTBOX technologies to the North American market for fleets of any size. - August 12, 2009 - DOTMOBIL
Second Annual International Conference on Energy, Logistics and the Environment
A two-day conference featuring high caliber worldwide executives from the energy, logistics, real estate, government and not for profit organizations who are driving the new low carbon global economy. Come and learn how they are doing it, pick their brains, and interact with them under a friendly and relaxed atmosphere. - August 10, 2009 - Global Commerce Forum
Keeping Track of Rail Freight
The EUREKA E! 3161 LOGCHAIN+ E_RAILMAP project has developed an electronic rail map of Europe that provides full freight details for 23,000 stations in 40 countries but also can instantly indicate the position and progress of individual wagons. The system has already been extended to cover Russia and the Ukraine, enabling tracking of the increasing amount of rail cargo coming from China – rail transfer is three to four times faster than sea transport. - August 09, 2009 - EUREKA
International Air Charter Launch the JetSet 20 Scheme
International Air Charter are one of the world's leading private jet charter companies who offer luxurious and tailored private flight solutions to those who require the very best in air charter travel. Here they inform you of the launch of their new IAC JetSet card. - August 07, 2009 - International Air Charter
World Leader in Electric Vehicles to Speak in Las Vegas
rEVolution Vehicles CEO Bob Rosinski is set to introduce a solar-powered carport and display two electric vehicles at a special luncheon, open to the public, on August 6, 2009 at 11:30 am at a luncheon sponsored by the CEO-CFO Group of Las Vegas in honor of Alternative Energy Week at McCormick and Schmick's. - August 06, 2009 - rEVolution Vehicles
Stoops Freightliner Invites Customers to Join Its New Facebook Community
New Facebook Page Will Allow Fleets, Owner Operators, Drivers and Industry Personnel to Receive Timely Updates. - August 06, 2009 - Stoops Freightliner
TruTac Announce Philip R Jordan as New Commercial Director
TruTac, the tachograph and transport software specialist has appointed Philip R. Jordan as its new Commercial Director from 3rd August. Jordan brings a wealth of experience and is well known within the industry. Jordan will be joining Terry Ramsey, who was appointed as the new TruTac Managing... - August 06, 2009 - TruTac Ltd
Insights with host Hugh Downs Launches Elite Retreats
Series on Elite Travel Destinations Scheduled for Upcoming Segments. - August 05, 2009 - InsightsSeries
Brexis Courier Hosting Open House and Ribbon Cutting Exclusive Event
Brexis Courier will be hosting a Ribbon Cutting/Open House/ Networking event to celebrate their recent office relocation and build relationships with other businesses in the community. Brexis hopes to educate others about the logistics and warehousing industry and the inner workings of shipping and delivery. - August 05, 2009 - Brexis Courier
Kelly Walker Associates Announces Release of Updated Certification Programs in New Electronic Format
Updated Certification Programs now available on CD. - August 04, 2009 - Kelly Walker Associates
California Tow Truck Association Opposes City Owned Vehicle Impound Facilities
Responding to concerns of California Tow Truck Association (CTTA) members regarding cities and counties competing in what has been considered private sector business by establishing government operated towing and/or storage facilities, the CTTA Board of Directors is taking a strong stance in... - August 03, 2009 - California Tow Truck Association
Those Who Succeed Will Think Outside the Box, or, in This Case, in the Air
Airplane advertising is one form of advertising that has many advantages over the traditional forms commonly used. - August 03, 2009 - Arnold Aerial Advertising Inc.
Moishe's Moving Systems Unveils Its Moving Video Competition the Winner Will Have Their Move Refunded, and Their Video Published Across Moishe's Social Media Outlets
Moishe's Moving Systems will award a free move to a customer who films and submits a short video documenting the adventures of their move. The winning video will be posted on Facebook, YouTube and Moishes.com. - August 03, 2009 - Moishes Moving Systems
Epic Flight Academy, Epic Aviation Announces Partnership with Trans Maldivian Airways
Epic Flight Academy, Epic Aviation, Central Florida’s premier flight training academy, is pleased to announce a new partnership with Trans Maldivian Airways. - August 03, 2009 - Epic Flight Academy, Epic Aviation
Epic Flight Academy Installs True Flight 220 Simulator
Epic Flight Academy, Epic Aviation is proud to announce the installation of its state of the art Level 5 advanced airline training device. This device, certified by the Federal Aviation Administration will help Epic graduates complete their Airline Pilot training from zero flight time to... - August 03, 2009 - Epic Flight Academy, Epic Aviation
Previously Hard to Find Shipping System Hardware Now Available at Harvey Software's On-Line Store Powered by Amazon.com
Today, Harvey Software, Inc. introduced its new On-Line Store at http://www.HarveyShop.com, powered by Amazon.com® and using Google Checkout™. Harvey Software's new On-line store provides one-stop shopping for the software and other equipment companies need to update and upgrade their... - July 31, 2009 - Harvey Software, Inc.
EV-Charge America Today Announced the Release of Gen2 the Next Generation of Fast Electric Vehicle Charging Stations
The Gen2® Fast Electric Vehicle Charging Stations have significantly more advantages over the older versions of charging stations that have had limited success in the marketplace. - July 31, 2009 - EV-Charge America
N.C. Metropolitan Mayors Coalition to Host Urban Transportation Forum, "Metro Cities in the Pole Position”
The North Carolina Metropolitan Mayors Coalition announces its first-ever statewide transportation forum "Metro Cities in the Pole Position" on August 27 at Lowe's Motor Speedway in Concord. White House Deputy Director of Intergovernmental Affairs David Agnew and N.C. Department of Transportation COO Jim Trogdon will be keynote speakers. - July 31, 2009 - North Carolina Metropolitan Mayors Coalition
Fleetboss is Proud to Announce It's Recent Endorsement by FSPA, Florida Swimming Pool Association
Fleetboss Global Positioning Solutions has recently been endorsed by the FSPA, Florida Swimming Pool Association for as an outstanding service leader, offering highly sought after business solutions to the industry. - July 30, 2009 - Fleetboss Global Positioning Solutions
All My Sons Moving Makes It Easier to Prepare for Your Move
All My Sons Moving and Storage makes it easier to prepare for your move by bringing additional moving resources online. - July 29, 2009 - All My Sons
Access America Transport Selected as Top 100 Third-Party Logistics Provider for 2009
Access America Transport, a leading third-party logistics company, has been selected as an Inbound Logistics Top 100 Third-Party Logistics Provider for 2009. The editorial staff at Inbound Logistics drew from a pool of more than 500 companies using questionnaires, personal interviews, and in-depth... - July 29, 2009 - Access America Transport
The Grimes Companies Recognized for Its Fast and Continued Growth
The Company Ranks Among Jacksonville's 50 Fastest-Growing Private Companies. - July 28, 2009 - Total Distribution, Inc.
Evans Transportation Services Retains Ahern and Associates to Further Transportation Management Acquisitions and Strategic Goals
Transportation management specialists Ahern and Associates to aid Evans Transportation Services with future growth strategies by targeting supply chain management acquisitions. - July 27, 2009 - Ahern and Associates
Icon Jet, LLC Shoots for the Moon with New Luxury Aircraft
VIP charter corporation adds to five-star fleet and garnishes national media coverage It takes a very special person to completely appreciate a Boeing 737 aircraft that is “all jet” on the outside – and a five-star hotel on the inside. Icon Jet, LLC, is a brand new corporation... - July 25, 2009 - Icon Jet
FleetTextBooks.org LLC Launches New Website as Part of Going Green Initiative
On June 12, 2009, FleetTextBooks.org LLC launched its new website which includes updated versions of 32 textbooks in a new e-textbook only format and e-newsletters. Simultaneously the company released the FleetWhiz™ Management Decisionmaking Tools Software CD. The 36-textbook, 2500-topic,... - July 22, 2009 - FleetTextBooks.org LLC
Freight88: Beating the Economy with Strategy
Freight88 increases sales while slumps in the shipping industry force others to lash out at their competition. - July 22, 2009 - Freight88
Choice Logistics Introduces Denied Party Screening Service to Assist Clients with U.S. Export Compliance
Company educates clients and raises awareness of evolving federal regulations. - July 22, 2009 - Choice Logistics
Chicago Trade Show Booth Design Company Announces New Partnership
Productive Displays, a Chicago trade show booth design company, announces a partnership with transportation company, Champion Logistics. - July 20, 2009 - Productive Displays
Motorcoach Council Launches North American Consumer Outreach Campaign
The grass roots movement utilizes the industry’s most valuable asset - their rolling billboards - to boast their competitive edge over planes, trains and personal autos. - July 20, 2009 - Motorcoach Council, Inc.
Getloaded.com Celebrates 10 Years with National Truck Stop Tour
Getloaded.com is coming to Hubbard, Ohio, as part of the internet load board’s national tour to celebrate its 10-year anniversary. The goal is to gauge the climate of the challenging trucking industry and to engage truckers on the road to find out what serves them best for their truck load searching and business needs. - July 17, 2009 - Getloaded.com
Hydrogen Hybrid Conversion Reduces Pollution, Saves Fuel and Increases Horsepower
How 2 Save Fuel (How2SaveFuel.Com), a Northridge, California based company is converting vehicles to hydrogen hybrid in a new and different way. This is the most professional hydrogen hybrid solution available and an answer which is affordable and available now. - July 16, 2009 - How2SaveFuel.Com
Dallas Movers All My Sons Offer Advice Online
Dallas Movers All My Sons Moving knows that getting advice from a professional Moving Coordinator will make your move easier and less stressful. The Dallas Moving Company has made it easier for their clients to communicate with their Dallas Moving Coordinators by launching their own Dallas local... - July 15, 2009 - All My Sons
£157M Lost Every Year by Holiday ‘Mobile Mashers’
One third of all young people return from their jollies without a working phone. - July 15, 2009 - Tesco Telecoms
Ahern and Associates’ Podcast Enlightens Viewers, Supports Transportation Industry
Ahern Advisory free podcast provides a gamut of valuable information to the Trucking and Logistics industries. - July 14, 2009 - Ahern and Associates
Skylark Taxi to Sponsor 2009 Wichita Falls, Texas MDA Car Show and Cruise
Skylark Taxi and Airport Express will again serve as the presenting sponsor for the Wichita Falls, Texas 2009 MDA Car Show this Labor Day. - July 13, 2009 - Texhoma Transportation Inc.
Free Software Tool from MTS Lets Fleet Operators Estimate Actual Costs of Driver Recruiting
MTS Driver Recruiters has announced the availability of their new Driver Recruitment CostEstimator, a free software tool that will help fleet operators calculate the total costs of recruiting drivers, including both the labor hours needed for screening applicants, and the outside costs. Estimated... - July 13, 2009 - MTS Driver Recruiters
Traffic Safety and Community Design: What is the Relationship? (Journal of the American Planning Association Article)
A recent US study into the affect of community design on traffic safety is reported in the new issue of the Journal of the American Planning Association. - July 13, 2009 - Journal of the American Planning Association (JAPA)
PINC Solutions Customer Kimberly-Clark Corp. Selected by Logistics Management as Winner of 2009 Logistics Best Practices Gold Award
Leading innovator provides real-time-visibility enabled supply chain management solution to the CPG giant for the annual award honoring best practices in logistics. - July 10, 2009 - PINC
Virginia Farm Bureau Insurance Wins Prestigious National Award
Virginia Farm Bureau Insurance today announces it has been included in the Ward’s 50, a prestigious listing of the top property and casualty insurance companies in the United States. Each year, the Ward Group – a leader of benchmarking and best practices for the insurance industry... - July 10, 2009 - Virginia Farm Bureau Insurance
AngelTrax Hosts Annual Sales and Strategy Meeting
AngelTrax Bus Video held its national sales and strategy meeting in Providence, Rhode Island during the Community Transportation Association of America’s annual EXPO (CTAA) June 2, 2009. President, Mr. Richie Howard and vice president of sales, Mr. Mark Moore, hosted the AngelTrax sales team... - July 10, 2009 - AngelTrax Bus Video
AngelTrax Bus Video Sponsors Fishing Tournament
AngelTrax Bus Video was the proud sponsor of the GAPT fishing tournament held June 25th. - July 10, 2009 - AngelTrax Bus Video
Choice Logistics Strengthens Team with Joe Keenan as New Director of APAC
Company continues international growth with personnel and resources - July 10, 2009 - Choice Logistics
RentACarNow.Com, Launches a New Car Rental Portal with a Focus on the Budget Conscious
With consumers in need of discounted travel services more than ever, RentACarNow.com, launched a brand new web portal today for those looking to rent a car. The company formed by a team of travel industry veterans is considered the premier online car sales and retail firm offering a diverse... - July 08, 2009 - RentACarNow, LLC
Pop the Cork on the Bubbly! Jovenville Recognized in “Best of Show” Category by NIRI OC in the Annual Report Competition
Orange County-based branding and creative agency Jovenville took home a prestigious Silver award in the overall “Best of Show” category at the NIRI OC (National Investor Relations Institute Orange County) Annual Report Competition. Jovenville’s entry, the 2008 Annual Report for... - July 08, 2009 - Jovenville LLC. DBA- We The Creative
Major Savings from an Unlikely Place
While non-hire screening may seem like an unlikely place to look for cost saving opportunities, many managers believe that, by eliminating the costs associated with the people they don't hire, they have found a hidden treasure, capable of returning considerable dollars to their bottom lines. MTS... - July 07, 2009 - MTS Driver Recruiters
New Amsterdam Plein and Pavilion to be Delivered by the Kenneth Clark Company
Gift from the Government of Netherlands to the City of New York to be delivered by the Kenneth Clark Company. - July 06, 2009 - Kenneth Clark Company, Inc.
Ahern and Associates Enters Into Agreement with Atlantic Street Capital Partners to Assist in Developing a Transportation Platform Growth Strategy
Atlantic Street Capital Partners secures the management consulting services of Ahern and Associates to develop a long term growth strategy for future transportation acquisitions. - July 06, 2009 - Ahern and Associates
In Response to the Current Economic Climate, Amazing Voyages Have Launched a Number of New Discounted Tours Throughout Latin America
The newly launched discounted tours include trips to Peru, Brazil, Costa Rica, Mexico and Argentina. Please see below for one such example which focuses on the cultural highlights of Peru. - July 03, 2009 - Amazing Voyages
OITE to Host Conference for Transportation, Shipping and Logistics Sector
Oman International Trade and Exhibitions (OITE) announces its inaugural Transportation Innovation and Challenges Conference to be held from October 14 to 15, 2009 at the Crowne Plaza Hotel in Muscat. The conference will be held on the sidelines of OITE’s TransOman – transport, shipping and logistics expo scheduled from 13th to 15th October this year at the Oman International Exhibition Centre. - July 03, 2009 - Oman International Trade & Exhibitions