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Grimes Companies in 50 Fastest Growing Companies Again
The Grimes Companies (TGC) has moved up to become the area’s 8th fastest growing company in the Jacksonville Business Journal’s 2008 list of “50 Fastest Growing Companies” in Northeast Florida. Ranked 9th in 2007, the Jacksonville-based supply chain management company... - July 22, 2008 - Total Distribution, Inc.
Alliance Air Freight (Shipalliance.com) Announces the Addition of a New Terminal Building in North Hollywood, CA
Alliance Air Freight & Logistics adds location in CA. This will enable commercial/industrial customers as well as eBay users to obtain freight quotes instantly for shipments originating or delivering to Los Angeles. Even more competitive freight rates will be available for freight shipments involving the Southern CA area. - July 22, 2008 - Alliance Air Freight & Logistics
BCI Aircraft Leasing, Inc. and Its President and CEO, Brian Hollnagel Announces Aviation Finance Scholarship Program
Chicago-based aircraft leasing company BCI Aircraft Leasing, Inc., and its President and CEO, Brian Hollnagel, announced its plans to implement an annual scholarship program in the field of aviation finance. - July 21, 2008 - BCI Aircraft Leasing, Inc.
In the Scene Limousine Gives Back to Arizona Community with 5% of Reservations Going Toward Make-a-Wish or MADD
In The Scene Limousine recently delivered contribution checks to the Phoenix, Arizona Make-A-Wish and MADD (Mother’s Against Drunk Driving) offices in their newest black Hummer limousine. “Our clients were able to select which great organization – Make-A-Wish or MADD to contribute... - July 21, 2008 - In The Scene Limousine
Alliance Air Freight Announces New Freight Quote System
Alliance Air Freight & Logistics release their Freight Quote System. This will enable commercial/industrial customers as well as eBay users to obtain precise freight quotes instantly. Unlike other systems which only provide estimated freight rates the Alliance Air Freight & Logistics freight quote system will provide a freight rate to the penny. - July 21, 2008 - Alliance Air Freight & Logistics
Wheeling Truck Center Celebrates 75 Years in Business
Wheeling Truck Center, a full-service Volvo and GMC truck dealer in Wheeling WV is celebrating its 75th year in business. - July 19, 2008 - Wheeling Truck Center
80th Anniversary of Maersk Line
On 12 July 1928, Leise Maersk, the first vessel to depart in their liner service, sailed from Baltimore on the U.S. East Coast en route to the Far East via the Panama Canal… In her holds were Ford car parts and general cargo. Leise Maersk was carrying 3,600 tons of cargo, the equivalent to... - July 18, 2008 - Gujarat Pipavav Port Ltd
Self Storage Company Expands; Drive 10 Minutes and Save a Bundle
Kamas Storage still provides all the modern conveniences you expect from a storage company like 24 hour access, security cameras and lighting, etc. but also believes that excellent customer service requires a person on site at all times. - July 18, 2008 - Kamas Storage
Advance International Helps to Clear the Air in Bulgaria; Radioactive Shipment Demonstrates Freight Forwarder's Capabilities
International freight forwarder, Advance International Transport is playing a significant role in efforts to reduce potentially harmful emissions from one of Europe’s dirtiest electricity generating plants. - July 18, 2008 - Advance International Transport
The Shipping Shack, Inc. Announces Free Gas for It’s Customers; the Shipping Shack, Inc. @ 3133 Waialae Ave., Hi 96816 Announces it Will Give Away Gas Voucher
Today, The Shipping Shack, Inc. @ 3133 Waialae Ave., Honolulu, HI 96816 announces Free Gas vouchers to its customers with qualified purchase. - July 17, 2008 - The Shipping Shack, Inc.
Motorcoach Council Extends Deadline for Market Research, Branding and Advertising RFP (Request for Proposals)
New RFP deadline August 1, 2008. View www.motorcoachcouncil.org for additional updates. - July 16, 2008 - Motorcoach Council, Inc.
New Building for Growth at FreightCenter
FreightCenter is proud to announce that it has moved into a new office building in the Trinity, FL area. The new office will be able to accommodate their growing sales and customer service departments. - July 16, 2008 - FreightCenter.com
Arrive Like Royalty Rolls Out the Red Carpet
San Diego's finest transporation service features the world's rarest luxury sedan - the Maybach 57 S. Guests can experience the highest quality and style for a fraction of the cost. - July 12, 2008 - Arrive Like Royalty
Very Light Jet Service Now Available to the Bahamas
North American Jet Charter Group Announces Florida - Bahamas VLJ flights - July 11, 2008 - North American Jet Charter Group, LLC
Wausau Paper Selects Nexus for Eastern U.S. Distribution
Nexus successfully opened a new East Coast Distribution Center for Wausau Paper (NYSE: WPP) to provide service enhancements for customers of Wausau’s Printing & Writing division. Nexus' Allentown, PA facility now houses the entire portfolio of Wausau Paper stock brands and grades, providing the latest distribution technology, the ability to utilize intermodal rail, and Nexus’ specialized paper industry logistics services including Overnight and Same Day delivery. - July 09, 2008 - Nexus Distribution
Port Canaveral Website Launched for the Tampa Bay Region
Walter Kozak of Gunny's Intrastate Travel & Tours proudly announces the launching of a new website dedicated to providing Port Canaveral cruise ship information for the Tampa Bay Region. - July 09, 2008 - traveltocanaveral.com
International Profit Associates Host Their 5th Annual American Red Cross Blood Drive
IPA-IBA employees provide help to more than 100 people by participating in a company hosted American Red Cross blood drive. - July 09, 2008 - IPA
Maersk Line Orders 18 New Container Vessels
Maersk Line is pleased to announce that A.P. Moller - Maersk has signed an agreement with Hyundai Heavy Industries for the delivery of 18 container vessels in 2011 and 2012. The vessels will each have a capacity of 4,500 TEU (twenty- foot equivalent unit). The ships are designed to meet the... - July 05, 2008 - Gujarat Pipavav Port Ltd
Logistic Dynamics Ranked 6th Fastest Growing Company in WNY
Logistic Dynamics, Inc. (LDI), a Buffalo based third party logistics provider has been recognized for the second straight year for its considerable growth by Business First of Buffalo and ranked #6 in this years Fast Track 50 of Western New York. The Business First Fast Track 50 is a special... - July 03, 2008 - Logistic Dynamics, Inc.
Skylark Taxi to Phase in Rate Increase
Taxi fares on the rise, riders to share burden of high gasoline prices. - July 02, 2008 - Texhoma Transportation Inc.
Grimes Transportation Helps Deliver Medical Supplies to Ecuador
Joining a varied team of volunteers, Grimes Transportation Brokerage is assisting in the delivery of much needed medical supplies from Alabama to Ecuador. Donated by the Callahan Eye Foundation Hospital in Birmingham, the equipment will be distributed through the Manta Forward Operating Location... - June 30, 2008 - Total Distribution, Inc.
Grimes Trucking Goes "Green"
With a foundation of three specific emission-saving directives, plus recycling and conservation activities company-wide, Grimes Trucking Company has taken on the challenge of going “green.” Grimes Trucking, a division of Jacksonville based The Grimes Companies, has announced formation... - June 30, 2008 - Total Distribution, Inc.
New Option Emerges for Students Moving to College
Customized moving service provides parents of college students with ease-of-mind. With increase in gas prices and vehicle rental rates, the cost of moving has dramatically increased. New service handles moving process for affordable prices. - June 29, 2008 - Division 1 Movers
Crowley Maritime Corporation Endorses IES, Ltd
IES Ltd., a leading software provider in logistics, supply chain solutions and customs brokerage technology, today announced its endorsement by Crowley Maritime Corporation, employer of 4,100 and operator of a fleet of more than 210 vessels. Jacksonville-based Crowley Maritime Corporation, is a... - June 27, 2008 - IES, Ltd.
Four Tips on How to Cut 30% from Your Service Fleet’s Monthly Fuel Bill
With fuel costs rising above $4.00 per gallon, fleets are spending significant money to keep their drivers on the road. JETT-Track is offering fleet managers the ability to save 30% or more from their fleets fuel costs. - June 27, 2008 - JETT-Track
Moving? HomeBulletin.net Offers Free Price Quote Comparison and Moving Companies Search
Planning on moving to a new home this summer? HomeBulletin.net offers a new and improved system to match moving companies with consumers and it's the one stop place to organize and get ready for a successful move. HomeBulletin.net free comparable moving quotes is a quick, free and easy way to find and compare moving services and to obtain quotes from local movers serving most of the US. - June 26, 2008 - homebulletin.net
Four Services Launched from GTI
Gateway Terminals India Pvt. Ltd. (GTI) a joint venture company of A.P. Møller - Mærsk A/S and Container Corporation of India Ltd. (CONCOR) is a leading container terminal operator in India. It has commenced four services in the past two months. RKI service, Hyper Galex II, EPIC and... - June 23, 2008 - Gujarat Pipavav Port Ltd
Maersk Line and Hutchison Ports Sign Agreement for Priority Terminal in Felixstowe
Maersk Line today announces the signing of a 10-year agreement for terminal usage for Maersk Line at Trinity Terminal, the Port of Felixstowe, UK. This agreement between Maersk Line and Hutchison Ports recognises the importance of joint co-operation in the shipping industry and reflects both... - June 23, 2008 - Gujarat Pipavav Port Ltd
Maersk Line Receives ‘Highest Throughput Handled by a Shipping Line’ Award from JNPT
Recognition for handling more than half a million TEUs out of JNPT in 07-08. Maersk Line, the global market leader in container shipping, won the ‘Highest Throughput handled by a Shipping Line’ award at the 19th anniversary celebration ceremony of JNPT. - June 23, 2008 - Gujarat Pipavav Port Ltd
New Luxury Travel Company Harley Hula Launches Service Around the Globe with a Hawaiian Touch
Traveling in opulence and style has never been easier thanks to newly launched luxury travel company Harley Hula. Specializing in Hawaiian travel, Harley Hula also offers luxury destination options around the globe. - June 21, 2008 - Harley Hula Company
CarRentalDublin.com Introduces Online Car Rental Insurance
CarRentalDublin.com car rental site partnered with leading online car hire excess insurer Insurance4carhire.com to provide customers with affordable excess reimbursement insurance policy for leisure and business car hire. Insurance4carhire is an online insurance company whose core business is the... - June 20, 2008 - CarRentalDublin.com
FreightCenter.com Releases New Shipping Calculator for Ebay
FreightCenter.com is excited to announce the release of their shipping widget. This tool allows users to create a shipping calculator and place it on their website or auction listing. Representatives will be in Chicago this week officially releasing the tool at Ebay Live. The company expects the shipping calculator to be a big hit with Ebay users. - June 20, 2008 - FreightCenter.com
Hill Climb Racing Car Sponsored by the Meteor Meet and Greet Airport Parking Company Breaks Curborough Sprint Record Previously Held for Six Years
The car sponsored by Meteor meet and greet, the UK’s premier airport meet and greet parking company, is a hill climb championship winning Force PC 1100 with a full carbon fibre chassis. Capable of speeds up to 120 mph, the car set three hill climb records in its first year of competition. - June 19, 2008 - Meteor meet and greet parking
Motorcoach Council Seeks Start Up Capital, Launches Founding Partners Program
The not-for-profit Motorcoach Council invites and encourages support from all sectors of transportation industry; operators, associations, manufacturers, suppliers, vendors, and special interest groups alike. Qualifying contributions range from $2,000-$10,000, depending on the type of applicant. - June 17, 2008 - Motorcoach Council, Inc.
New Motorcoach Council Incorporates
Not-for-profit organization will benefit industry and riders. - June 14, 2008 - Motorcoach Council, Inc.
Motorcoach Council Seeks Proposals for Market Research, Branding and Advertising Campaign
The Motorcoach Council, Inc. seeks consultant(s) capable of developing and executing a comprehensive and multi-faceted marketing strategy for a two-year campaign that promotes the motorcoach industry as the safest, most convenient and cost effective, luxurious means of environmentally conscious transportation. RFP deadline 7/18/08. - June 14, 2008 - Motorcoach Council, Inc.
Leukemia Diagnosed Employee Inspires Business to Give Back
Shoppa's Material Handling partners with the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society and Carter Blood Care in honor of employee diagnosed with Leukemia. - June 13, 2008 - Shoppa's Material Handling
Meteor Meet and Greet Parking Sponsors Climb to Everest Base Camp to Raise Money for the Stroke Association
Adam Hutchings, sponsored by leading meet and greet airport parking company, Meteor meet and greet parking, has climbed to the Everest base camp in 12 days, raising thousands of pounds for the Stroke Association charity. - June 13, 2008 - Meteor meet and greet parking
Virginia Beach Charter Boat Mega Bite Gets Teak Restoration
Mega Bite Charters LLC spent two months of the off season renovating their 1986 47 foot Buddy Davis. The owner decided to keep the classic look and keep all the varnished wood on the boat. - June 13, 2008 - Mega Bite Charters
International Profit Associates Managing Director Invited as One of 500 Great Leaders
International Profit Associates (IPA-IBA) Managing Director, John R. Burgess, has been invited to become one of 500 Great Leaders by the American Biographical Institute (ABI). “Your achievements, attained through your desire to excel, have and will continue to inspire others, to lead through... - June 13, 2008 - IPA
Davies Turner Uses Blue Sky Thinking on Green Initiatives in New Bristol Development
Davies Turner’s determination that its operations are environmentally responsible is clearly demonstrated at the freight forwarder’s recently completed multi-million pound regional distribution centre at Avonmouth, Bristol. - June 11, 2008 - Davies Turner & Co.Ltd
Meteor Meet and Greet Parking Receives Park Mark Award for Security Measures at Parking Facilities
East Surrey Police superintendent presents Meteor meet and greet parking with the Park Mark Safer Parking Award in acknowledgment of car crime prevention measures at Meteor’s secure airport parking facilities. - June 11, 2008 - Meteor meet and greet parking
Northern Plains Commerce Centre and Mallory Alexander International Logistics Receive Premier Transload Designation
BNSF Railway Company has designated Mallory Alexander International Logistics, the operator of the Northern Plains Commerce Centre (NPCC) in Bismarck, North Dakota, as a member of the BNSF Premier Transload Network. This network is comprised of approximately 115 elite freight facilities. The BNSF... - June 07, 2008 - Mallory Alexander International Logistics
VLJ Air Taxi Service Opens in South Florida
North American Jet Charter Group, LLC, today announced the delivery of an Eclipse 500 VLJ to Boca Raton to provide air taxi and charter service to business and leisure travelers. - June 06, 2008 - North American Jet Charter Group, LLC
Help-Me-Park.com Sign Exclusive Meet and Greet with Gatwick Hilton Hotel
www.help-me-park.com sign Exclusive Meet and Greet Gatwick airport parking deal with Hilton Hotel, Gatwick. - June 06, 2008 - Help-Me-Park.com
Reducing Carbon Footprints with Help-Me-Park.com
Gatwick Airport Meet and Greet can genuinely reduce their carbon footprint thanks to Help-Me-Park.com. Meet and Greet Gatwick, provided by Help-Me-Park.com explains how. - June 06, 2008 - Help-Me-Park.com
Commute Market Introduces an Innovative Way to Address Increasing Gas Prices and Traffic Hassles
Commute Market, www.commutemarket.com, enables its members to buy or sell driving services through its web site. Passengers post travel routes and drivers reply to the ride requests with their quotes. It can be a one time ride request (similar to cab service) or a regular daily commute. US... - June 05, 2008 - Commute Market
D & L Global Enterprises, LLC Launches New Consumer Friendly Website for Travelers
D & L Global Enterprises, LLC announces the launch of its new website featuring valuable information for travelers and families looking for a great vacation. Visitors to the new website can view vital information and links for travel. - June 04, 2008 - D & L Global Enterprises, LLC
UK’s Leading Airport Parking Company Opens Secure Southampton Airport Park and Ride Facilities
Boomerang Parking expands provision of secure airport parking facilities with the new Meteor Southampton Airport park and ride, with the aim of creating stress free transport to and from the airport. - June 04, 2008 - Meteor meet and greet parking
Exmar Secures Employment for Latest Three LNGRV’s
Exmar is pleased to announce that its three remaining LNG Regasifcation Vessels (LNGRV’s), currently under construction at the Okpo Shipyard of Daewoo Shipbuilding & Engineering Co Ltd (DSME) have secured long-term employment with Excelerate energy L.P. - June 04, 2008 - Exmar NV