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New $75,000 ICC Property Broker Bond Now Available
Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (“FMCSA”) implementation of the new $75,000 bond requirement starts 10/1/2013. South Coast Surety has surety programs Now in place to handle all sizes of broker and freight forwarder companies. - August 16, 2013 - South Coast Surety
Insatech Presents Price, Key Markets and Production Plans for the S3 Smart Sulphur Switch
The S3 Smart Sulphur Switch that can be used to control and document a vessels sulphur emissions. The S3 Smart Sulphur Switch is only 5% of the price of a scrubber and the key market is for vessels that occasionally need to enter an ECA. The secondary market is for vessels e.g. ferry operators in the Baltic who choose to install scrubbers that cannot handle more than e.g. 2% sulphur content due to space considerations. - August 15, 2013 - Insatech A/S
New Security System Announced
Geometrics Inc. and Sierra Romeo announce the availability of a new IED and weapon monitoring system, the Rogue Detection System for person-borne weapon interdiction. - August 14, 2013 - Geometrics, Inc.
Fleet Courier Expands as the Need for Delivery Services Grows
Fleet Courier is expanding its vehicles as the requests for courier and delivery services have increased in the month of August. - August 09, 2013 - Fleet Courier
The Safety Show Sydney: The Ultimate OHS Trade Show
The Safety Show Sydney, the final safety industry trade show for 2013, is set to take place at the Sydney Showground in September. The three-day event will be the essential destination for businesses to network with industry experts as well as gain access to cutting-edge knowledge on the latest... - August 08, 2013 - Informa Exhibitions Australia
ACC RV Warranty Announces End of Outsourcing Agreement Today
ACC RV Warranty has announced today the end of their long-standing RV towing outsourcing agreement. As the RV industry rebounds from its low point, ACC is once again poised to provide best-in-class delivery of RV Towing Assistance without outsourcing any of its ancillary benefits to industry partners. As a fully sel-contained program, ACC is once again able to provide unlimited service benefits to its customers. - July 31, 2013 - ACC Warranty - ACC RV Warranty
Wright Media Launches Fuel DAWG App - Lowering Fuel Costs for Trucking Companies
Wright Media launches Fuel DAWG mobile app and site to lower fuel costs for owner operators and trucking companies nationwide. Drivers and companies can access the latest diesel prices from thousands of truck stops across the U.S. - July 31, 2013 - Wright Media
Chapman Freeborn Unveils New Look for Growing OBC Division
Chapman Freeborn OBC is a specialist on board courier (OBC) division of the world's leading aircraft charter company. Headquartered in Cologne, Chapman Freeborn OBC specialises in delivering time-critical parts and important documents worldwide. - July 26, 2013 - Chapman Freeborn Airchartering Pte Ltd
Raven Offshore Yacht Shipping Ready to Set Sail
There is a new option for reliable yacht transport. Raven Offshore Yacht Shipping provides yacht owners a safe and reliable alternative to transport their vessels along scheduled shipping lines aboard Grieg Star ships. The first shipping departs between August 20 to Sept. 5 from Vancouver, B.C. - July 24, 2013 - Raven Offshore Yacht Shipping
Chapman Freeborn Unveils New Look for Growing OBC Division
World-renowned for its award-winning cargo charter services, Chapman Freeborn has announced it is to raise the profile of its specialist on board courier (OBC) division following the successful global expansion of the service last year. - July 24, 2013 - Chapman Freeborn Airchartering, Inc.
Beware of the Noise, Warns UK Freight Association
With final submissions on proposals for airport capacity in the UK due today, the trade association for UK freight forwarders and logistics service providers is hoping the Airport Commission does not get distracted by all the "noise" there has been on the subject in the last few days. - July 21, 2013 - British International Freight Association
Raven Offshore Yacht Shipping Debuts on West Coast
Raven Offshore Yacht Shipping is proud to release its newest sailing dates for East and West yacht shipping and yacht transportation. - July 20, 2013 - Raven Offshore Yacht Shipping
Chapman Freeborn and Swiss WorldCargo Announce New Partnership Agreement
Award-winning air cargo charter broker - Chapman Freeborn - is supporting Swiss WorldCargo with all third-party chartering requirements. - July 18, 2013 - Chapman Freeborn Airchartering Pte Ltd
Viva Capital Funding Saves Time and Reduces Paperwork Hassle with TRANSFLO $Velocity®
Viva Capital Funding, a factor for many carriers, now uses TRANSFLO $Velocity® from Pegasus TransTech to facilitate commerce with freight brokers. Based in El Paso, Texas, Viva Capital Funding has been in business since 1999. It factors $70 million in invoices a year for trucking and other... - July 14, 2013 - Pegasus TransTech
Chapman Freeborn and ACI Charter Antonov AN-225 to Deliver Outsize Cargo
This is the first heavylift operation to EuroAirport Basel-Mulhouse-Freiburg for the Antonov AN-225. - July 13, 2013 - Chapman Freeborn Airchartering Pte Ltd
QC Software President Discusses Greater Return on Investment in the Warehouse
By improving efficiency, accuracy, inventory management, productivity and compliance, the warehouse control system delivers a greater return on technology investment. - July 10, 2013 - QC Software, Inc.
Janet Moats Roberts Recognized by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Janet Moats Roberts of Waverly, Ohio has been included in the Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for her outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of transportation. About Janet Moats Roberts Ms. Roberts has almost 40 years experience in both the education and... - July 03, 2013 - Strathmore Worldwide
Scheduled Air Cargo Services Launched to Help Connect Africa
Award-winning air cargo charter broker Chapman Freeborn has introduced a new scheduled service in the Democratic Republic of Congo. - July 03, 2013 - Chapman Freeborn Airchartering Pte Ltd
Logistic Dynamics Named Fastest Growing Logistics Provider
LDi has been recognized for the seventh straight year as a Fast Track honoree and the fifth year in a row as the fastest growing logistics provider in WNY. - June 30, 2013 - Logistic Dynamics, Inc.
IndustryIntel Webinar: How Logistics is Transforming Sustainability, with UPS’s Arnold Barlow
UPS Senior Manager, Sustainability Solutions, Arnold Barlow, addresses the role transportation and logistics providers have to play in helping businesses achieve their carbon management goals in this July 10 i2live webinar. - June 28, 2013 - industry intelligence, inc.
Inbound Logistics Magazine Reveals Top 100 Logistics Technology Providers in Annual Supply Chain Technology Market Research Report
Survey Suggests Transportation Providers, Retailers, and Manufacturers Seek Affordable, Customizable Supply Chain Management Solutions. - June 20, 2013 - Inbound Logistics
P&G Furthers Commitment to Commercial and Heavy Truck Industry with 5 Year Supply Agreement
P&G Steel Products a TS 16949 certified supplier of metal stampings, fabrications and welded assemblies; has renewed their commitment to supplying aluminum and steel stampings as well as highly engineered welded steel assemblies to be used in vehicle cooling systems. With press sizes to 1000 tons and bed sizes to 144", their components can be found in many truck brands including Navistar, Freightliner, Caterpillar, Volvo, Mack, Prevost, Isuzu, and Blue Bird. - June 20, 2013 - P&G Steel Products Co.
International Gem Tower NY Hosts TransGuardian Patriot Act Seminar for Diamond Industry
The new International Gem Tower (IGT, http://www.internationalgemtower.com) at 50 W 47th Street, New York, hosted a full-capacity seminar conducted by TransGuardian, Inc. (www.transguardian.com). Members of the DDC and IDCA attended the catered event in the model IGT suite on the 18th floor. All... - June 18, 2013 - TransGuardian, Inc.
LibanPost Adopts Global Postal Code System
NAC Geographic Products Inc. (www.nacgeo.com) announced that LibanPost - the postal service provider of Lebanon has licensed Global Postal Code System (also called Universal Address System) to establish a nation-wide address database and provide Global Postal Code based postal services in Lebanon. - June 18, 2013 - NAC Geographic Products Inc.
Air Charter Service Wins Top Aviation Industry Award
Air Charter Service is delighted to announce that the company has been voted Air Cargo Charter Broker of the Year at the ACW World Air Cargo Awards 2013. - June 14, 2013 - Air Charter Service
IMEX Global Solutions, LLC is Pleased to Announce the Appointment of Robert Puppa as Executive Vice President
As Executive Vice President, Robert will be responsible for managing the continued growth of IMEX Global Solutions in all of its North American markets. His role will also encompass full oversight of the sales and marketing group and the development of strategic expansion plans for IMEX Global Solutions in current markets and throughout the world. - June 12, 2013 - IMEX Global Solutions
New Search Tool Guides Prospective Students to Training Resources for In-Demand Supply Chain Jobs
Inbound Logistics Magazine Launches a Tool for Searching Supply Chain, Logistics, and Transportation Education Programs to Support the Workforce Needs of a Growing Sector - June 11, 2013 - Inbound Logistics
FreightShipping.com Announces Free Online Freight Tool
Freight class calculator simplifies the task of obtaining an accurate freight rate. - June 08, 2013 - FreightShipping.com
Albuquerque New Mexico Has a Licensed Customs Broker Again, After Nearly 3 Years
Experienced Licensed Customs Broker, D'Ann L Brown, opens Customs Brokerage office to service the Freight Forwarding and import community in Santa Fe, Taos, Farmington, Albuquerque and surrounding areas of New Mexico. This is now the only Customs Brokerage company based in New Mexico with an actual licensed broker in the office. - June 08, 2013 - D'Ann L Brown Customs Broker
Zip Courier’s Courier Delivery in Vancouver, Richmond and Delta Receives Reviews with Better Business Bureau
Vancouver, BC Zip Courier has received an A+ Rating from the Better Business Bureau for their commitment to uphold the highest standards for their customers with their courier delivery for Vancouver, Richmond and Delta clients. The company has been an accredited business for courier deliver in... - June 06, 2013 - Zip Courier
Zip Courier’s Courier Service in Vancouver, Richmond and Delta Now Offers Same Day Trucking Services
Vancouver, BC Zip Courier has just announced that their courier service in Vancouver, Richmond and Delta now offer same day trucking services for their customers. This is a service that will increase production and efficiency for businesses that use their courier service in Vancouver, Richmond and... - June 06, 2013 - Zip Courier
TRIOSE Inc. Awarded a Third Party Freight Management Agreement with the Premier Healthcare Alliance
TRIOSE Inc., a leader in the management of healthcare logistics, announced today that it has been awarded a 36-month group purchasing agreement with the Premier healthcare alliance, for Freight Management. Effective June 1, 2013, this renewed relationship allows Premier members, at their discretion, to take advantage of special pricing and terms pre-negotiated by Premier for these services. - June 04, 2013 - TRIOSE, Inc
TransGuardian.com Offers New Industrial Pricing with USPS Priority Mail
High-volume shippers can now enjoy significant savings using USPS Priority Mail with Industrial Pricing through TransGuardian. This program enables any business to save up to 50% on shipments sent via commercial carriers by 2-day, 3-day, and ground residential services. It is especially advantageous for e-Retailers. - May 31, 2013 - TransGuardian, Inc.
TransGuardian.com Releases First and Only Multi-Carrier Mobile Shipping App
TransGuardian.com, the world leader in online insured parcel shipping, is releasing the first and only multi-carrier shipping app for Android and iOS mobile devices at the JCK Las Vegas Trade Show, May 31-June 3, 2013. The app makes all the power of TransGuardian’s software available to... - May 31, 2013 - TransGuardian, Inc.
PLG Consulting Hires New Practice Leader
Donald R. Allee, former CEO of the Mississippi State Port Authority at Gulfport, has accepted the position of Ports and Terminals Practice Leader for PLG Consulting. - May 29, 2013 - PLG Consulting
Border Security Solutions Company Makes Bridge Crossing Times Available
Border crossing times impact transportation company profitability, as well as the health of the broader economy. - May 29, 2013 - The Tecma Group of Companies
Chapman Freeborn Launches Global Broker Initiative for Expanding Private Jet Market
Chapman Freeborn was established in the UK in 1973 and the group now comprises of 35 offices in 25 countries around the world.. - May 25, 2013 - Chapman Freeborn Airchartering Pte Ltd
Got Storage Announces Units Available for Customers Requiring Self Storage Facilities in Apple Valley
Got Storage has just announced that the storage facility now has units available for customers requiring self storage facilities in Apple Valley. Self storage units have been rising in popularity as more people are going through transitions such as job changes, home renovations and moving out of... - May 25, 2013 - Got Storage
Invata Intralogistics Awarded Contract for Expedited WM+ Software Implementation by ‘47 Brand
Hats off to Invata for helping automate team branded apparel operation! - May 24, 2013 - Invata Intralogistics
Packard Logistics Implements TRANSFLO $Velocity® from Pegasus TransTech
Packard Logistics of Channahon, Ill., has implemented TRANSFLO $Velocity® from Pegasus TransTech to strengthen carrier relationships and improve customer service. TRANSFLO $Velocity provides a consistent, electronic way for carriers to submit invoices and load documents to participating third... - May 24, 2013 - Pegasus TransTech
Tecma Transportation Services (TTS) Expands Its Fleet
Capital investments in equipment will enable international transport company to expand the scope and quality of its services. - May 20, 2013 - The Tecma Group of Companies
ClearTrack Information Network Named a 2013 Top 100 Logistics IT Provider
ClearTrack Information Network, a leading provider of comprehensive, interactive supply chain software and services for the consumer retail industry, today announced that it has been named by Inbound Logistics magazine as a 2013 Top 100 Logistics Information (IT) Company. “ClearTrack was... - May 17, 2013 - ClearTrack Information Network
Invata Intralogistics Partners with Agile Network
Invata Intralogistics is breaking new ground with it's partnership announcement with Agile Network. - May 17, 2013 - Invata Intralogistics
Transglobal Express Publishes Strong First Quarter Results
Continuing its course of strong and steady growth since its incorporation in 1993, Transglobal Express released promising Q1 results this morning. Continued growth The company arranged delivery of over 890 tonnes to 209 different countries and territories in the first three months of 2013 and... - May 16, 2013 - Transglobal Express Ltd
tti Launches New Mobile Video Camera for Trucking Fleets to Increase Safety and Protect Against Litigation - the Buddy BX1500 Pro
tti (Burnaby, Canada) a leading supplier of in-vehicle digital video surveillance technology for the trucking fleet industry, today unveiled a versatile onboard video surveillance and driver behavior modification system – the Buddy BX1500 Pro. - May 14, 2013 - TTI
U-Freight on the Move in Rotterdam
U-Ocean, the oceanfreight forwarding brand of leading global freight and logistics provider the U-Freight Group (UFL), is on the move in The Netherlands, with U-Ocean Rotterdam relocating to a new office/warehouse facility. - May 14, 2013 - UFreight
Truckit.net is the New Answer for Bringing Movers and Freighters Together Online
People in Australia who are on the move or need something moved can benefit from a new online marketplace and networking service that works two ways. - May 13, 2013 - TruckIt.net
Paramount Business Jets Addresses Pros and Cons of "Empty Legs"
Space Available on Repositioning Flights May Offer Good Deals, with Caveats - May 10, 2013 - Paramount Business Jets
Chapman Freeborn Celebrates 40 Years of Aircraft Chartering
Chapman Freeborn is officially celebrating 40 years of successful aircraft chartering this May. Starting out from humble beginnings from an office in London, arranging contracts for Alaska International Air’s L-100 Hercules freighter fleet, the company has grown steadily and organically. - May 09, 2013 - Chapman Freeborn Airchartering, Inc.
Chapman Freeborn Wins the Air Cargo News Charter Award for the Second Consecutive Year
Chapman Freeborn Airchartering has been named Cargo Charter Broker of the Year by leading industry title Air Cargo News for the second year running. - May 08, 2013 - Chapman Freeborn Airchartering, Inc.