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William C. Huff Companies Announces New Name
Rebranding is in store as William C. Huff Moving and Storage changes its name but continues to provide its many services. - November 05, 2011 - William C. Huff Companies
DineEquity Awards $70,000 Asset Recovery Project to AB Commercial Services
AB Commercial Inc. (ABCSI), a leading national asset recovery and liquidation firm, has been awarded a $70,000 asset recovery project for DineEquity, parent company of Applebee’s and IHOP. This project is managed by Michael Lombardi, President and COO at ABCSI. It will consist of... - November 02, 2011 - AB Commercial Inc.
Rick Honan Named to the Board of Directors of the National Portable Storage Association
The National Portable Storage Association announced the appointment of Rick Honan to the board of directors of the NPSA for a three year term. Mr. Honan currently serves as the President of American Trailer & Storage, Inc. - November 01, 2011 - American Trailer & Storage, Inc.
R+L Carriers Launches State-of-the-Art Modernized Website – Remains on the Cutting Edge of Technology for the Shipping Public
R+L Carriers, a Global Freight Transportation provider, announces the launch of their state-of-the-art modernized website featuring a clean and intuitive design with enhanced shipping tools to make shipping freight faster and easier for customers. - October 28, 2011 - R+L Carriers
Total Quality Logistics Raises Close to $200K for the United Way
TQL employees reached into their pockets and raised $198,089 during the company’s annual internal United Way campaign. TQL inspired employee giving during this tough economy by matching 50 cents for every dollar of individual donations. - October 27, 2011 - Total Quality Logistics
Surfaces Transport Expands Its Carpet Recycling Program
Public Awareness of Benefits and Willingness to Recycle Fuel Growth - October 24, 2011 - Surfaces Transport Inc.
Longistics, Rare Bird Trading Company Celebrate Opening of Exhibition Center in Suzhou, China
Exhibition Center Provides Business Opportunities for North Carolina, U.S.-Based Companies in Emerging China Market - October 23, 2011 - Longistics
Trulos Transportation Announces Duplicate Shipment Feature
Trulos Transportation announces new way for users to add freight. The duplicate shipment is a quick and easy way for users to add a shipment based on previous shipping data. - October 20, 2011 - Trulos Transportation
Total Quality Logistics Expands Chicago Office; Adds Jobs
TQL Chicago has grown from the six initial employees to 56, and has outgrown its original facility prompting a move to the West Loop of Chicago. - October 20, 2011 - Total Quality Logistics
Longistics, Rare Bird Trading Company Sign Childress Vineyard to Exhibition Center in Suzhou, China
Lexington, N.C.-Based Winery Owned by NASCAR Icon Richard Childress - October 13, 2011 - Longistics
Incontinent Cat Wins Prize for Owner
Transit Systems, Inc. announces winner of "Smooth Mover" sweepstakes to entrant who submitted a "best moving tip" regarding her incontinent cat. - October 12, 2011 - Transit Systems, Inc.
William C. Huff Companies Welcomes Jaclyn Henderson to Naples Office
Jaclyn Henderson will be heading the marketing for the Florida office of the logistics and concierge service company. - October 10, 2011 - William C. Huff Companies
Davies Turner Repeats Apprenticeship Offer
If Davies Turner – the UK’s leading independent freight forwarder – was appearing in front of the Dragons’ Den investors, it’s likely they would be queuing up to put their money into one of the industry’s more successful apprenticeship schemes. - October 09, 2011 - Davies Turner & Co.Ltd
Philadelphia Shipping, Packaging & Crating Company Chosen To Ship Valuable Artwork Across Country
Local Navis Pack & Ship franchise selected by a local artist to ship well-known installation to Oregon. - October 07, 2011 - Navis Pack and Ship Philadelphia
Philadelphia Shipping, Packaging & Crating Company Honored for Outstanding Performance
Local Navis Pack & Ship owners receive recognition at the 2011 Annex Brands National Convention. - October 06, 2011 - Navis Pack and Ship Philadelphia
Longistics, Rare Bird Trading Company Sign Three Organizations to Exhibition Center in Suzhou, China
The Angus Barn, BJAC pa, Turnberry Interior Design Group Added to Suzhou Industrial Park International Commodities Exhibition Center - October 06, 2011 - Longistics
Heavy Equipment Thieves Thwarted by GPS Device
Sunstate Trees Inc, A Longwood Florida based tree company, was on its way to aid the areas that were damaged by Hurricane Irene in North Carolina and Virginia when they ran into a little problem. Sunstate trees Inc had "rented to purchase" a new large wheeled Bobcat skid steer from... - October 01, 2011 - TM Fleet
Big Boys Moving & Storage of Tampa Bay Florida Voted as "Best" for 3 Years in a Row. Most Recently as 1st Runner Up "Best Movers" of CL "Best of the Bay 2011" Awards.
Congratulations is in order for Tampa Bay Florida moving industry giant "Big Boys Moving & Storage - BIG trucks, BIG movers, BIG savings TM" who has been voted as "Best" for three years in a row. In 2009 & 2010 by the USCA and now this year as 1st runner up in the CL "Best of the Bay 2011"awards "Readers' Poll" "Goods & Services." - September 29, 2011 - Big Boys Moving & Storage
Total Quality Logistics Brings Jobs to Dayton
TQL opened its sixth office in 2011 on September 19th. This is the tenth TQL satellite office. - September 23, 2011 - Total Quality Logistics
123Loadboard.com Gives $50,000 for National Truck Driver Appreciation Week
123Loadboard.com™ (http://www.123loadboard.com), the freight matching service for the trucking industry, will be celebrating National Truck Driver Appreciation Week (NTDAW) from September 11-17, 2011. It’s definitely no secret that truck driving is one of North America's most essential... - September 17, 2011 - 123Loadboard.com
Jacobson Companies Names Chief Human Resources Officer
JHCI Holdings, Inc., parent of the Jacobson Companies, announced today that Jim Stillings has been named Chief Human Resources Officer of the leading global third party logistics firm. Mr. Stillings joins Jacobson after a 20 year career with GE, and 15 years of Human Resources consulting. Brian... - September 13, 2011 - Jacobson Companies
Total Quality Logistics to Hold Fundraiser for Susan G. Komen Foundation
TQL will donate $1 for each truckload shipment the company arranges September 12-18, 2011. - September 10, 2011 - Total Quality Logistics
Rare Bird Trading Company Launches Asia and U.S. Operations
Partnership Helps U.S., China, and Asian Business Owners Extend Their Marketplace by Serving as a Bridge to Businesses to Help Sell Their Products and Services - September 08, 2011 - Longistics
Longistics Appoints Andy Marchiano as President
Longistics, a full-service provider of global logistics solutions (http://www.longistics.com), has announced that it has named Andy Marchiano to the position of president. As president, Marchiano will lead the team of people serving Longistics’ customers. As a 21-year veteran of the... - September 02, 2011 - Longistics
Freight Broker Total Quality Logistics Hiring for Dayton Office Opening
TQL Dayton is scheduled to open September 19, 2011. TQL hopes to add 36 total sales employees to this office through 2012. - September 02, 2011 - Total Quality Logistics
1300 On The Move Removals Commitment to Becoming Carbon Neutral
Brisbane removalists company, 1300 On The Move Removals, have undertaken a commitment to become a NoCO2 organisation. - September 01, 2011 - 1300 On The Move
Ocean Star International, Inc. (OSI) Joins U.S. EPA SmartWay® Transport Partnership
Ocean Star International, Inc., OSI today announced that it joined the SmartWay® Transport Partnership, as innovative collaboration between U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and industry which provides a framework to assess the environmental and energy efficiency of goods movement... - September 01, 2011 - Ocean Star International, Inc.
Jacobson Companies Acquires G-Link Express Logistics
Continues to Expand International Platform in Asia Pacific - August 31, 2011 - Jacobson Companies
Ocean Star International, Inc. Responds to China’s Exclusive Claim to South China Sea
Ocean Star International, Inc., an international shipping company, provides a response to the ongoing power struggle between the Chinese government and the governments of surrounding countries, over China’s claim to exclusive rights to the South China Sea; rights to waters that were before considered by most to be international waters. - August 29, 2011 - Ocean Star International, Inc.
Ocean Star International, Inc. Responds to Imminent Threat on Shipping Due to Hurricane Irene
Ocean Star International, Inc., (OSI) an international shipping company, is keeping careful watch on Hurricane Irene as she approaches the eastern coast of the US. The storm is continuing to gain power and speed. Numerous ports in the Caribbean as well as the US have taken precautionary measures and have closed pending the storm’s passing. OSI is watching Hurricane Irene as she develops and is in constant contact with its offices in the areas currently being affected by these storms. - August 27, 2011 - Ocean Star International, Inc.
Longistics Staff Joins North Carolina China Center 2011 Board of Directors
Company Leaders to Serve on Board of Local Nonprofit - August 26, 2011 - Longistics
Total Quality Logistics Releases Enhanced TQL Freight Finder Mobile Application
The TQL Freight Finder Version 2.0 mobile app includes new features requested by freight carriers. - August 26, 2011 - Total Quality Logistics
Freight Broker Total Quality Logistics Hiring for Louisville September Office Opening
TQL Louisville is scheduled to open September 6, 2011. TQL hopes to add 35 total sales employees to this office through 2012. - August 24, 2011 - Total Quality Logistics
Junk Removal Service in Sutton, MA, Hires SEO Pro to Better Serve Local Clients
In order to better serve the residents of Sutton, MA, Al's Rubbish and Container Services has signed up for Prospect Genius's SEO & Lead Generation program. - August 19, 2011 - Al's Rubbish and Container Services
Pat Long of Longistics Appointed to NCDOT Logistics Maritime Task Force Advisory Team
Longistics Vice Chairman Among Experts Selected to Serve on Advisory Team - August 17, 2011 - Longistics
Total Quality Logistics Brings Jobs to Lexington
TQL has officially opened its Lexington, Kentucky, office and will hire 45 new employees by the end of 2012. - August 11, 2011 - Total Quality Logistics
CaroTrans Teams Up with Leading Middle East NVO, the CSS Group
CaroTrans Teams Up With Leading Middle East NVO, The CSS Group - New alliance strengthens North America, Middle East and Africa service offerings. - August 11, 2011 - Consolidated Shipping Services Group
Ocean Star International, Inc. Responds to Growing Piracy Issues in Somalia and Surrounding Areas
Ocean Star International, Inc., an international shipping company, provides a response to the ongoing piracy issues plaguing Somalia and the surrounding areas. Pirates have been the cause of over 100 hijackings in the first quarter of 2011 with ransom payments of more than $5 million. - August 06, 2011 - Ocean Star International, Inc.
For 12th Consecutive Year, Corporate Traffic Ranks Among America’s Top 100 3PLs
Corporate Traffic Inc., a Jacksonville-based third party logistics provider, was selected as one of Inbound Logistics Magazine’s top 100 movers and shakers in the 3PL industry for the 12th consecutive year. - August 04, 2011 - Corporate Traffic
North Carolina China Center Names Luke Treloar as New Executive Director
Treloar to Serve as Liaison Between State, Chinese Partners - July 31, 2011 - Longistics
Sunset Transportation CEO Jim Wiliams Awarded Highest Honor by Boy Scouts
Sunset Transportation’s Founder and CEO Jim Williams was honored with the Silver Beaver Award by the Greater St. Louis Area Council of the Boy Scouts of America. This is the highest award a local council can present to an adult volunteer of the Boy Scouts of America. - July 27, 2011 - Sunset Transportation
Trulos Transportation Launches New Easier Freight Search
Trulos Transportation launches new truckload search interface. Developed on the ASP.NET platform, the new search allows users to search for available truckloads by equipment type and location. This new search will allow users to find truckloads quicker and easier than ever before. - July 27, 2011 - Trulos Transportation
Trulos Truckload Posting Site Sees Record Freight Posting in July
Trulos Transportation announces all time high truckload posting activity already for July. Trulos Transportation provides a free freight matching service for brokers and owner operators and July has already been a record month for load postings. Freight activity is on the rise and transportation capacity is tightening up. Transportation managers and freight brokers are looking to use all resources for posting and managing freight. - July 26, 2011 - Trulos Transportation
Ocean Star International, Inc. Becomes a Member of the National Defense Transportation Association (NDTA)
Ocean Star International, Inc., an international shipping company, has become a member of the National Defense Transportation Association (NDTA). OSI is honored to be a part of an organization that is so vital to the shipping trade. Their membership will not only strengthen their ties to other top-notch companies in their industry but will also help them to continue to provide exceptional service to their customers while maintaining their long-standing standard of excellence. - July 24, 2011 - Ocean Star International, Inc.
China Investment Promotion Agency Delegation Attends North Carolina China Center Hall of Fame Golf Tournament
Former NCCC Vice Chairman Bill Owens Inducted Into Hall of Fame - July 22, 2011 - Longistics
Transit Systems, Inc. Announces the “Summer Blockbuster” Giveaway
Transit Systems, Inc. announces the “Summer Blockbuster” Giveaway to launch on July 20, 2011 for votes on the top five blockbuster movie hits of the summer with a giveaway of a $50 gift card to AMC Movie Theaters. - July 18, 2011 - Transit Systems, Inc.
Ocean Star International of Broward County, Florida, Becomes RIM Certified
Ocean Star International (OSI) of Coral Springs, Florida, has become a Registered International Mover (RIM Certified). OSI received its RIM certification in late June, 2011 after successfully completing the certification process. This process included but was not limited to meeting strict RIM standards for equipment and facilities, passing an on-site inspection, and being tested on general shipping knowledge, procedural comprehension, and proper documentation practices. - July 15, 2011 - Ocean Star International, Inc.
Total Quality Logistics Selects Lexington Office Site, Hiring for August Opening
3PL TQL will officially open its Lexington office on August 8, 2011. - July 14, 2011 - Total Quality Logistics
Longistics to Hire 50 Over-the-Road Drivers Through July 16 Job Fair
Global Logistics Solutions Company Seeking Drivers, Recruiter, HR Coordinator. - July 13, 2011 - Longistics
Ocean Star International Inc. (OSI) is Featured in May/June 2011 Issue of IAM Magazine
Ocean Star International, Inc. (OSI) is featured in the May/June 2011 issue of The Portal, IAM’s Magazine. OSI, a leader in the specialty freight forwarding and logistics industry, is committed to excellence and is honored to be recognized in such a prestigious publication as that of the International Association of Movers. - July 03, 2011 - Ocean Star International, Inc.