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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.
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
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
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
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.
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
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.
AT&S Provides Disaster Relief and Preparedness Storage Equipment for Recent Tornados and Floods
American Trailer & Storage, Inc (AT&S) began providing storage and transportation solutions in 1994. AT&S provides mobile storage and transportation equipment for disaster relief related efforts, including tornados, floods and hurricanes. - June 28, 2011 - American Trailer & Storage, Inc.
Total Quality Logistics to Open Dayton Sales Office
TQL is hiring for its sixth new office in 2011. - June 23, 2011 - Total Quality Logistics
AT&S Selected as Hyundai Translead Dealer
American Trailer & Storage, Inc (AT&S) began providing storage and transportation equipment in 1994. AT&S now offers the full line of Hyundai Translead Semi-Trailer products. - May 31, 2011 - American Trailer & Storage, Inc.
MyFleetDept.com Introduces New Website Showcasing Progressive Fleet Management Tools
MyFleetDept.com, a comprehensive, national fleet management service which opened for business in January this year has introduced a new website showcasing the many products and services available. “This is only the beginning,” said Mike Moser, President and Founder. “We will soon... - May 25, 2011 - MyFleetDept.com
International Shipping Company, Ocean Star International, Inc., Receives Minority Business Enterprise Certification
OSI, Ocean Star International, Inc. has officially been certified as a small minority business. This will enhance their ability to deliver shipping services to government agencies and other businesses that support minority enterprises. - May 22, 2011 - Ocean Star International, Inc.
Ocean Star International, Inc. Responds to Ongoing Tragedy in Japan
Ocean Star International, Inc., an international shipping company, provides a response to the ongoing tragedy from the earthquake and tsunami that hit Japan on March 11, 2011, reassuring continued shipping service to Japan’s available ports. OSI still offers assistance to Japan if needed, and continues to monitor the situation with regard to its customers’ commerce. - May 19, 2011 - Ocean Star International, Inc.
AT&S Opens Facility in Omaha
American Trailer & Storage, Inc. (AT&S) began providing storage and transportation solutions in 1994. AT&S looks forward to expanding its presence in the Omaha market. - May 17, 2011 - American Trailer & Storage, Inc.
Ocean Star International (OSI) Announces the Opening of Their Office in Australia
Ocean Star International (OSI) is proud to announce the opening of their Australia office with the intention of expanding their global business and better serving customers worldwide. OSI is a leader in the freight forwarding and logistics industry whose goal is to increase international shipping, importing and exporting, to and from Australia. - May 14, 2011 - Ocean Star International, Inc.
Total Quality Logistics Hiring for New Lexington Office
Total Quality Logistics is currently hiring for its new Lexington, KY, sales office scheduled to open in August 2011. Interested candidates can go to www.TQLJobs.com to apply. - May 05, 2011 - Total Quality Logistics
Ocean Star International Inc. (OSI) Unveils New Logo and Tagline as Part of Rebranding Initiative
Ocean Star International, Inc. (OSI), a leader in the specialty freight forwarding and logistics industry will unveil its new logo and tagline as part of its rebranding initiative designed to establish and communicate the company’s status and position in the shipping industry. - April 25, 2011 - Ocean Star International, Inc.
Total Quality Logistics Opens Indianapolis Office
Total Quality Logistics (TQL) Indianapolis is officially open for business. The newest TQL satellite office opened April 4, 2011, in the Keystone area of Indianapolis at 9000 Keystone Crossing, Suite 440. This is the seventh TQL satellite office to open in the last two years, and the third so far... - April 07, 2011 - Total Quality Logistics
FreightCenter.com Launches New TMS Technology
FreightCenter.com, a nationwide provider of online freight and logistics services, announces the launch of their web-based transportation management system (TMS). - April 06, 2011 - FreightCenter.com
Ocean Star International, Inc. Retains Internet Marketing and Management Group, FL, for Rebranding and Campaigns
Ocean Star International, Inc. (OSI), a world class leader in the specialty freight forwarding and logistics industry, has retained the Coral Springs, FL, company Internet Marketing and Management Group (IMMG) for rebranding, to launch new marketing campaigns, and business expansion. OSI services customers with their personal or commercial shipping needs internationally. - April 01, 2011 - Ocean Star International, Inc.
Total Quality Logistics is One of Cincinnati’s Fastest Growing Privately Held Companies
TQL has received the Cincinnati Business Courier’s Fast 55 award for the seventh consecutive year. Fast 55 award recognition is given to Greater Cincinnati’s fastest growing privately held companies. - March 31, 2011 - Total Quality Logistics
Total Quality Logistics is a Finalist for Tampa's Best Places to Work Award
TQL’s Tampa location has been named a finalist for the Tampa Bay Business Journal’s Best Places to Work award. - March 24, 2011 - Total Quality Logistics
Ocean Star International, Inc. Responds to Tragedy in Japan and Offers Support
Ocean Star International, Inc., an international shipping company, provides a response to the tragic earthquake and tsunami that hit Japan on March 11, 2011, reassuring continued shipping service to Japan’s available ports. OSI will offer assistance to Japan if needed, and monitor the situation with regard to its customers’ commerce. - March 23, 2011 - Ocean Star International, Inc.
FreightCenter.com Receives 2011 Biztech Award for Best Website
FreightCenter.com, a web-based freight solutions company, is among six finalists to be honored for its achievement in the development of innovative web products. - March 20, 2011 - FreightCenter.com
American Trailer & Storage, Inc. (AT&S) Hires Range as Account Manager
AT&S hired Michael S. Range as an Account Manager in St. Louis - March 18, 2011 - American Trailer & Storage, Inc.
Total Quality Logistics Selects Indianapolis Office Site, Hiring for April Opening
Total Quality Logistics will officially open its Indianapolis satellite office in April 2011. TQL relocated six established Logistics Account Executives to seed the office and plans to hire an additional 50 sales employees through 2012. - March 17, 2011 - Total Quality Logistics
Top Marks for Ellis Movers – Report by Moving Agent of BC Ministry of Citizens’ Service
The results are in! Ellis Movers was ranked among the highest in BC. The Ministry of Citizens’ Service satisfaction surveys for 2009 and 2010 have been compiled and Ellis received top marks. Ellis Movers has been regularly contracted to move households of government employees. Upon... - March 17, 2011 - Ellis Moving & Storage Ltd.
Graebel Movers Announces Company of the Year and Top Award Winners for Service Excellence
Graebel Oregon Movers, Inc. Earns Company of the Year Award and Takes Home the Graebel Operational Quality Award - March 14, 2011 - Graebel Van Lines
YRC Worldwide Receives “STRONG” Carrier of Year Award from FreightCenter.com
FreightCenter.com recognizes the prominent freight transportation company serving North America and the world for their continuing improvements in service, efficiency and performance. - March 12, 2011 - FreightCenter.com
Total Quality Logistics Announces Upgraded Carrier Web Portal
TQL has updated its Carrier Web Portal with enhanced, easier-to-use features including: expanded load searching, multiple user log-ins, data on previous loads, and improved invoice details. - March 10, 2011 - Total Quality Logistics
Corporate Traffic Opens New Office in Charlotte, N.C. to Service Burgeoning Business in the Region
Local office for existing and new Charlotte clients provides enhanced service opportunities and utilization of Charlotte’s air and less-than-truckload capabilities. - March 09, 2011 - Corporate Traffic
Andy Ahern of Ahern and Associates Completes Consulting Assignment for Norco Corporation; Assists Milan Express in Selling to Vitran
Trucking and transportation management consultant, Andy Ahern receives strong praise for recent completion of consulting assignments. - March 09, 2011 - Ahern and Associates
Jacobson Companies Announces Agency Agreement with Farmers Grain Express
Jacobson Companies, a leading worldwide third party logistics company, is pleased to announce their establishment of an agency relationship with Farmers Grain Express (“FGX”), a licensed broker in liquid bulk commodities and general freight. This relationship presents significant... - March 04, 2011 - Jacobson Companies
Corporate Traffic Launches Managed-Less-Than-Truckload (M-LTL) Service
Corporate Traffic created new department to direct this service, expecting it to double in 2011 - February 25, 2011 - Corporate Traffic
TQL Freight Finder Now Available for Apple iPhone, iPad, and iPod Touch
Less than two weeks ago TQL released its TQL Freight Finder mobile app for use on the Android, but now this easy-to-use free download is available for the Apple iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch. - February 25, 2011 - Total Quality Logistics
Recon Logistics Saves Businesses Over 17 Million in Freight Spend
New Innovations to Transportation Management Industry Propel Ohio Based Company to One of the Fastest Growing Logistics Companies in North America. Recon Logistics, thanks to their innovative approach to freight management have effectively saved manufacturing companies over 17 million dollars in freight expense or on average 30% on the transportation expenses. - February 19, 2011 - Recon Logistics
International Shipping Company, Ocean Star International, Inc. is Proud to Announce the Launch of Their New Website
Ocean Star International, Inc. (OSI), a world class leader in the specialty freight forwarding and logistics industry, launches a new Website to enhance customer experience. OSI serves customers with their personal or commercial shipping needs internationally. - February 19, 2011 - Ocean Star International, Inc.
Ahern and Associates Sets the Industry Standard for Longevity; Employees Celebrating a Combined 60 Years of Service
Transportation consulting firm, Ahern and Associates harbors tenured employees and creates proactive work environment which launches long term careers. - February 16, 2011 - Ahern and Associates
TQL is First Brokerage Company to Offer Freight-Finding Mobile Application
TQL Freight Finder is a free downloadable application for the Android that can be found at the Android Market. It allows users to search for available loads by mileage radius, equipment type, load date, and destination city/state. - February 12, 2011 - Total Quality Logistics
Jacobson Companies Announces Julian Duerschmidt as President of Key Account Sales
Jacobson Companies, a leading worldwide third party logistics company, is pleased to announce it has hired Julian Duerschmidt as President of its Key Account Sales Team (KAST). Mr. Duerschmidt will join the senior management team and be responsible for key and strategic account development across... - February 10, 2011 - Jacobson Companies
Total Quality Logistics Hiring for Indianapolis Office
Total Quality Logistics is gearing up to open a brand new satellite office in Indianapolis. It is looking to hire self-motivated individuals for sales positions. - February 06, 2011 - Total Quality Logistics
Andy Ahern of Ahern and Associates Teams Up with Trucking Industry; Completes Another Successful Food Drive for St. Mary’s Food Bank
Andy Ahern of Ahern and Associates raises an additional $200,000+ worth of food during annual food drive for St. Mary’s Food Bank. - February 05, 2011 - Ahern and Associates
Jacobson Companies Expands to European Market Through Strategic Partnership with Rhenus Logistics
Jacobson Companies, a leading worldwide third party logistics provider, is pleased to announce that it has implemented a strategic partnership with Rhenus Logistics, one of Europe’s leading logistics service providers. This partnership allows Jacobson Companies access to an extensive... - February 02, 2011 - Jacobson Companies