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California Law Makes Ignition Interlock Devices Mandatory for Those Arrested for Driving on a Suspended License Due to a Prior Alcohol-Related Suspension
On July 1, 2009, the California Department of Motor Vehicles will be authorized to require any driver convicted of driving with a suspended license due to a prior alcohol-related suspension to install an ignition interlock device. - July 02, 2009 - Smart Start of California
Link Shuttle Inc. Launches New Locallink® Transportation Service in San Diego
Leading Shuttle Service Offers Practical, Affordable & Safe Transportation Alternative to Area Attractions, Entertainment Destinations & Conventions Throughout the County - July 02, 2009 - Link Shuttle Inc.
East Coast Transportation Continues to Improve Upon Its Award Winning Customer Service
East Coast Transportation announces the launch of its new website, www.ectjax.com. The site allows East Coast customers to easily receive quotes and make reservations online from the comfort of their home or office. - July 02, 2009 - East Coast Transportation
Rio Grande Scenic Railroad Launches Campaign to Promote Michael Martin Murphey’s New Mountain Music Show
Outdoor Concerts Set in Beautiful Fir, Colo. - July 01, 2009 - Rio Grande Scenic Railroad
AV-BASE Announces: WinAirWeb Reliability Version 3.1 Launch
AV-BASE Systems, a leader in Aviation Management Software has been developing and supporting structurally integrated, cost-efficient maintenance and inventory control systems for over twenty years. AV-BASE Systems is pleased to announce the latest version of its WinAirWeb Reliability software. - July 01, 2009 - AVBase Systems Inc.
Stoops Freightliner Supports Indiana Farmers with Summer Equipment and Service Initiative
July Agricultural Program Focuses on Proactive Equipment Maintenance and Investment to Reduce Costs and Eliminate Downtime for Indiana Farmers. - June 29, 2009 - Stoops Freightliner
Dependable Highway Express (DHE) Relies on Ahern and Associates to Complete Second Successful Trucking Acquisition
Ahern and Associates is entrusted, once again to target a second profitable trucking company acquisition to fuel growth for industry leader, Dependable Highway Express. - June 29, 2009 - Ahern and Associates
All My Sons Moving Offers Launches Charity Site for the Communities They Serve
The All My Sons Moving Charity Site is live. All my Sons Moving invites select organizations to use their services. - June 26, 2009 - All My Sons
Same Day Courier & Transport Company in NJ Launched 50% Discount
Industry-leading provider of same day courier services and same day trucking service plans to win first-time customers with huge discount on all services. - June 26, 2009 - Econo-Courier
e-Travel Technologies Inc – 911Concierge.com Advising Travelers on Active Tropical Storms Across the Globe
Severe weather will batter parts of India, the Philippines, and Mexico making travel difficult at best. - June 25, 2009 - The Swinden Group, LLC
Safer and Less Stressful Freeway Driving the Promise of Veteran Truck Drivers New Book
Today's American interstate often poses a navigational nightmare for the average motorist. Speeders, tailgaters, trucks - they have all combined to turn our freeways into a proverbial "asphalt circus." But the stress and frustration don't have to drive you off the road and onto the bus according to Alan J. Corbett, a professional truck driver with more than 3 million accident-free miles behind the wheel. His new book MERGE! is designed to put safety and sanity back in the freeway commute. - June 24, 2009 - ALACOR
New Book Provides Help for Florida Auto Accident Victims
"Secrets Exposed: 7 Deadly Mistakes That Can Destroy Your Auto Accident Case" by Ft. Lauderdale Attorney David M. Benenfeld helps Florida residents understand their legal rights should they be involved in an auto accident. - June 23, 2009 - Law Offices of David M. Benenfeld
Seon Design Inc. Proudly Announces the Election of Chris Akiyama, Director of Sales, to the CUTA Board
Seon Design Inc. is pleased to announce that Director of Sales Chris Akiyama has been elected to the Canadian Urban Transit Association Board (CUTA). The election took place at the organization’s annual general meeting on June 10, 2009. CUTA represents the public transit community in Canada. - June 22, 2009 - Seon Design Inc.
1-866-U-Moving Selected as the Official Movers for the Atlanta Jazz Festival
Atlanta movers 1-866-U-Moving are proud to be apart of the 2009 Atlanta Jazz Festival. - June 20, 2009 - 1866UMOVING
Atlas World Group Acquires Smart Move Assets, Expands Services
In a move that will expand Atlas World Group's scope of relocation solutions, the company has announced the formation of a new subsidiary that has acquired the assets of Smart Move, Inc. Denver-based Smart Move offered container-based household relocation services in more than 60 markets. The new entity, Accel Transportation, L.L.C., will be renamed Smart Move Transportation, L.L.C and will build upon the full-service solution currently offered by the Atlas Accel program. - June 19, 2009 - Atlas World Group
Logistic Dynamics Supports WNY Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure
Logistic Dynamics, Inc. (LDI) a Buffalo, NY, based third party logistics provider proudly announces its first year as a local supporter for the 8th annual Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure in Western New York. Sunday, June 14th, 2009, marked a record-setting year for the race as more than 6,100... - June 19, 2009 - Logistic Dynamics, Inc.
"Shelltone Music with the Whales" Summer Solstice Debut Onboard with S. F. Bay Whale Watching, San Francisco, This Sunday
S.F. Bay Whale Watching in collaboration with the international Shelltone Whale Project, is providing a unique Summer Soltice experience this Sunday, June 21. Pierre Lavagne and his Shelltone will perform "whale music" amongst the Humpback Whales in the Gulf of the Farallones. - June 18, 2009 - S. F. Bay Whale Watching
Anderson Cargo Services Expands Sales Effort Into Dallas Market
Anderson Cargo Services offers teams up with Al Martinez in Dallas Market. - June 18, 2009 - Anderson Cargo Services
Imperial Jets Assisting with Evacuations from Battle-Worn Region of Somalia
Imperial Jets, a leading private jet charter firm with headquarters based in New York City, is currently assisting with evacuations out of the at-threat areas of Somalia from their office located in Tanzania. - June 18, 2009 - Imperial Jets
Harvey Software Announces Aggressive New CPS Shipping Software Solution
Harvey Software, Inc. announced it is aggressively moving to enhance its offerings by combining the features of all its products into a single product, the Computerized Parcel System (CPS). Harvey Software is offering this new combined solution at a greatly reduced cost. The new changes include a simplified, all-in-one product supporting UPS, FedEx, USPS and others for domestic and international shipping services. No other carrier shipping solution is needed with the new CPS. - June 16, 2009 - Harvey Software, Inc.
AutoGo Auto Transport Offers Reduced Car Shipments to Terminated Chrysler, GM Dealers
Reduced shipping rates help affected dealers' reduction of new and used car inventories. - June 14, 2009 - AutoGo Auto Transport
CrewInspector.com – An Innovative Crew Management Solution
Latvia based maritime software vendor Fiber Ltd has just launched Crew Management Software www.crewinspector.com specifically designed for crew and ship management agencies operating in maritime industry. “This is a great and brave step forward for the crew management industry as it might be... - June 12, 2009 - CrewInspector.com
Stoops Specialty Trucks Awarded “Smart Way” Certification Status by U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and Daimler Trucks of North America
Stoops Specialty Trucks (SST) from Stoops Freightliner announced it has been awarded “Smart Way” certification status on its new Freightliner Cascadia Custom Sleeper Tractors that debuted at the this year's Mid America Trucking Show. - June 12, 2009 - Stoops Freightliner
Mercury Jet Charter Announces New Mercury Express One Way Pricing/ Empty Leg Program and American Express Promotion for Business Aviation Customers
Mercury Jet Charter, Inc., a full service private jet charter brokerage and aircraft management company, today released details of their new Mercury Express One Way Pricing/ Empty Leg Promotion for business aviation customers and American Express Promotion. - June 12, 2009 - mercury jet charter, inc.
AutoAlert Announces the Launch of its New iPhone Congestion Charge Application
AutoAlert today announced the launch of its iPhone Congestion Charge Application which allows you to check whether you are in the London Congestion Charging Zone and then pay via your phone. If you forget to pay, a reminder text message is sent to your phone at the end of the day. The application is available for download through iTunes. Alternatively, a small AutoAlert vehicle tracking unit can be used instead of an iPhone. - June 11, 2009 - AutoAlert Limited
Chicago Movers All My Sons Moving and Storage Sponsor the Special Olympics of Illinois
This Chicago Moving Company supports local charities. - June 10, 2009 - All My Sons
Technologies Launches New Advanced Shipping Software Suite
Intellect are pleased to launch their latest Intell-e Ship software solution which will bring a high level of functionality at a very competitive price. - June 10, 2009 - intellect technologies Inc
3PL Nexus Distribution Expands to 1 Million Square Feet in Chicago
Third party logistics provider Nexus distribution expands to 1 million square feet in Bedford Park, IL, adding a third warehouse to its Midwest region facilities. The new distribution center has direct access to the adjacent CSX intermodal yard and gives Nexus exclusive access to a private roadway that can be used to transport heavy containers. - June 08, 2009 - Nexus Distribution
Mobile Awareness Announces SenseStat SE Obstacle Detection Sensor System Version
Mobile Awareness, LLC releases SenseStat SE (Sensor Enhancement) Obstacle Detection Sensor System for the prevention of backing accidents on commercial vehicles. - June 06, 2009 - Mobile Awareness, LLC
AseanAffairs Breaks the News of Latest Attempts to Revive Kra Canal
After more than three centuries in the works, Southeast Asia’s mother of all mega projects remains dormant. Signs have emerged pointing to the reactivation of the multi-billion dollar project, sooner than expected. - June 03, 2009 - AseanAffairs
Charlotte Movers All My Sons Moving and Storage Promotes the Arts in Local Charlotte Community
Charlotte Moving Company donates their services to promote the arts. - June 02, 2009 - All My Sons
UTRS Announces Award as 2009 SBA Regional Prime Contractor of the Year (Region II)
UTRS received the 2009 Small Business Administration award as Regional Prime Contractor of the Year for Region II. - June 02, 2009 - Universal Technical Resource Services, Inc.
Harvey Software Wins Innovention Award at the 2009 SWFRTP Inaugural Awards Banquet
Southwest Florida Regional Technology Partnership (SWFRTP) recognized local technology innovation and technology transformation at Thursday, May 28, 2009 awards banquet at Pelican Preserve Clubhouse in Fort Myers, FL. Harvey Software, Inc. was chosen as this year’s winner of the Innovention Award for outstanding work in the areas of innovation and invention as a Southwest Florida company. - May 30, 2009 - Harvey Software, Inc.
ClickShipNGo Announces the Offset of Carbon Emissions Against Bookings Through Their Online Freight Shipping Service
ClickShipNGo announces the offsetting of carbon emissions from freight carriers with Carbonfund.org. This announcement is being seen as a dedicated effort by ClickShipNGo to minimize the carbon effects of its freight carriers, and as a contribution to the preservation of the environment. - May 30, 2009 - ClickShipNGo.com
PINC Solutions Named Inbound Logistics Top-100 Logistics IT Company for 2009
Leader in real-time-visibility enabled yard management systems recognized for innovative and practical solutions, empowering customers to achieve operational excellence - May 28, 2009 - PINC
Bonaire is Pleased to Announce Insel Air Introduces Non-Stop Flights from Miami to Bonaire
The Tourism Corporation Bonaire today announces that Insel Air will be commencing a new weekly non-stop flight from Miami, Florida to Bonaire effective July 4, 2009. The flight will operate weekly on Saturdays throughout the year. - May 27, 2009 - BONHATA
Seon Design Inc. Has Been Named the World’s Leading Supplier of Mobile Surveillance Equipment in the School Bus and Bus and Coach Markets
A customer first philosophy has paid off for Seon Design Inc. The company has once again been named the world’s leading supplier of mobile surveillance equipment for the school bus market and the bus and coach markets. Seon has also been ranked #2 overall in the world of mobile... - May 25, 2009 - Seon Design Inc.
Empire State Chassis & Fabrication Becomes an Authorized OPTIMA Batteries® Dealer
Empire State Chassis & Fabrication, a full service automobile chassis fabrication and paint shop announced its official status as an authorized dealer for OPTIMA Batteries, the worldwide authority on performance batteries. “We are proud of our association with OPTIMA Batteries,”... - May 25, 2009 - Empire State Chassis & Fabrication
Cambridge Resources Introduces a State-of-the-Art Electronic Seal
Cambridge Resources, the leading security seals distributor, announced today the introduction of the latest innovations in security seals technology, the newly improved Manta Electronic Security Seal. - May 24, 2009 - Cambridge Resources
Beamways is One of Globe Forum’s Sustainable Innovators 100 Companies
In competition with more than 500 candidates Beamways has been selected as one of the Sustainable Innovators 100 by Globe Forum. - May 23, 2009 - Beamways AB
FreightCenter.com Promotes Connie Super to Director of Sales
FreightCenter.com, a web-based freight solutions company, has announced the promotion of Connie Super, a seasoned sales and management professional, as their new Director of Sales. - May 23, 2009 - FreightCenter.com
Manitoba Venture Challenge Advances ResQ to Final Four Set for Banff
ResQ has presented a market expansion plan that has now taken the company into the "final four" of a competition to attract new investors. - May 22, 2009 - ResQ Mobile Services
Freecycle Facility Enhanced to Boost Reuse and Recycling at The Vyouz Network
The Vyouz Network have now completed their latest upgrade and platform developments which will enhance and accelerate reuse and recycling. Existing freecyclers and other free use organizations can now use the system to promote and encourage other members of the public to share their unwanted... - May 21, 2009 - Vyouz Ltd
East Coast Transportation Continues to Grow in Spite of the Down Economy
After only 11 months in business, East Coast Transportation acquires another limousine provider. The move marks the second one this year for this fast growing company. - May 21, 2009 - East Coast Transportation
Networking for Supply Management Professionals
Institute for Supply Management - Florida's First Coast 2009 networking event for Supply Management Professionals is coming to Orange Park, Florida. - May 19, 2009 - Institute for Supply Management - Florida's First Coast
Grimes Expands Services with New Division
With the expanding of Grimes Transportation Brokerage (GTB) into the newly developed Grimes Supply Chain Services, Inc. (GSCS), The Grimes Companies, Inc. (TGC) has taken a huge step into the arena of international logistics management. The new division represents Grimes’ continuing growth in worldwide services for its clients. - May 18, 2009 - Total Distribution, Inc.
Simmons & White, Inc. to Provide Civil Engineering Services for the City of West Palm Beach Fire Station No. 8
Simmons & White, Inc. a comprehensive civil and traffic engineering firm will provide civil engineering services for the City of West Palm Beach Fire Station No. 8 as part of the team led by Stephen Boruff, AIA Architects + Planners, Inc.. The contract for Fire Station No. 8 was awarded to the... - May 15, 2009 - Simmons & White, Inc.
Automated Valet Ready to Electrify Parking Industry at Upcoming IPI Show
Automated Valet invites the entire parking industry to attend the 2009 International Parking Institute Conference and Exposition May 17-20 in Denver. This year the show’s theme is “Parking in a Changing World.” It is Automated Valet’s intention to lead the valet industry... - May 13, 2009 - Automated Valet Parking Manager
Nexus Distribution Qualifies as a SmartWaySM Transport Partner
Logistics provider Nexus Distribution meets U.S. EPA Certified SmartWaySM specifications for its commitment to the environmental performance of its private fleet, freight forwarding and warehouse operations. - May 12, 2009 - Nexus Distribution
AutoGo Auto Transport Helps Customers Get Ready for Busy Moving Season
AutoGo Auto Transport is offering solutions to help its customers save time and money as they prepare to ship thousands of vehicles nationwide. “AutoGo understands the unique needs of our customers and the trust they place in our auto relocation services,” said Gizmo Motto, Operation... - May 12, 2009 - AutoGo Auto Transport