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R+L Carriers Developing New Technology to Ensure Compliance with New US-Canada Carrier Shipping Requirements

Beginning November 1, 2012 the Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) will require all road and rail carriers to submit electronic transmission of cargo information before freight reaches the border. R+L Carriers is working to update their e-communication process with their patented in-cab scanning... - August 01, 2012 - R+L Carriers

Davies Turner Boosts Midlands Presence with Purchase of Transit Warehouse

The strategic acquisition of a 7,000 sq m cross dock warehouse just a 10 minute walk from its existing state-of-the-art distribution centre at Coleshill, Birmingham gives Davies Turner – the UK’s leading independent freight forwarder – increased capacity to handle its growing European and oceanfreight consolidation services. - July 25, 2012 - Davies Turner & Co.Ltd

FreightCenter.com Awarded for Private Sector Growth

Privately-held freight services provider recognized for sustained growth and economic development. - July 22, 2012 - FreightCenter.com

FreightCenter.com Supports Bond Provision in Newly Passed Transportation Legislation

FreightCenter.com, a third-party logistics provider specializing in freight planning and technology supports measures addressed in the 27 month transportation bill that will exist through 2014. - July 18, 2012 - FreightCenter.com

Yodel Scoops IoIC National Award for First Class Newsletter

Your Call, the employee magazine for Yodel, the UK’s leading parcel delivery company, has been named class winner in the newsletter category at the Institute of Internal Communications (IoIC) National Awards. The award was presented to the Yodel team by former GMTV presenter Fiona Phillips at... - June 30, 2012 - Yodel

Midwest Intermodal Trucking Company Starts Business Under New Name - Calhoun Truck Lines

Intermodal Trucking Service changes name from Universal Transportation Services. Midwestern-based intermodal trucking company formerly known as Universal Transportation Services has the new name of Calhoun Truck Lines effective June 1, 2012. - June 28, 2012 - Calhoun Truck Lines

E.L. Hollingsworth & Co. Announces Class A CDL Truck Driving School for Veterans; New Plymouth, MI Terminal Grand Opening Scouting Event

Veterans CDL-A training school is devoid of cost, paired with career creation; Grand Opening includes Scouting Event for professional drivers. - June 23, 2012 - E. L. Hollingsworth & Co.

Corporate Traffic Logistics Creates Director of Corporate Communications Position, Promotes Marketing, Communications and Logistics Expert to New Post

Corporate Traffic Logistics, a third-party logistics provider celebrating its 20th anniversary this year, has created a new position—Director of Corporate Communications—to serve as the internal and external brand champion for the company as it continues to grow and thrive. Corporate... - June 20, 2012 - Corporate Traffic

Corporate Traffic Logistics Joins Elite Community of Logistics Providers and Becomes SmartWay Transport Partner

Corporate Traffic Logistics, an international third-party logistics provider celebrating its 20th anniversary this year, announced today that the company has formally joined the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) SmartWay Transport Partnership. Joining this elite community of... - June 12, 2012 - Corporate Traffic

U-Freight Gains Trusted Trader Status in Key Markets

U-Freight Holland BV, the Dutch subsidiary of the U-Freight Group (UFL), has been certified by the Dutch Customs authority as an Authorised Economic Operator (AEO) in the Customs Simplifications and Security Procedures categories. - June 08, 2012 - UFreight

St. Louis-based Sunset Transportation Participates in Logistics Podcast on Navigating the Complexities of Less-Than-Truckload (LTL) Shipping

Steve Pandolfo, director of pricing at Sunset Transportation explores the complexities of LTL shipping and pricing with Logistics Viewpoints. - May 16, 2012 - Sunset Transportation

Yodel Sponsors The Tour of Britain

Yodel, the UK’s leading parcel delivery company, today announces that it will continue its sponsorship of The Tour of Britain, confirming that it will remain the official logistics partner and sprints sponsor of the country’s biggest professional cycle race and largest free-to-watch... - May 04, 2012 - Yodel

Yodel Unveils New Service Proposition

Yodel unveils new service proposition in response to changing conditions in the online delivery market and demand for increased flexibility. - May 01, 2012 - Yodel

Yodel to Deliver Twice the Volume of Flowers to Mothers Than It Did for Valentine’s

Mums across the country are set for a treat this Mothering Sunday as almost two-thirds (64%) of Britons admit to spending more on Mother’s Day than on their partners for Valentine’s Day. The research[1] was carried out by delivery company Yodel, which is gearing up to deliver twice the... - April 27, 2012 - Yodel

Corporate Traffic Enhances Focus on Safety, Streamlines Risk-Management Practices

3PL Creates New Position, Promotes Industry Veteran to Director of Risk Management. - April 18, 2012 - Corporate Traffic

Local Vancouver Moving Company LaPorte Moving Partners with Maid Natural Cleaning

Local Vancouver moving company, LaPorte Moving has teamed up with Maid Natural Cleaning in a new business partnership to help their customers enjoy a worry-free moving experience. In business for over 50 years, award winning service with Atlas Van Lines and an A+ rating with the Better Business... - April 18, 2012 - LaPorte Moving and Storage

AFC Worldwide Express, Inc. d/b/a/ R+L Global Logistics Achieves TAPA TSR Certification

AFC Worldwide Express, Inc. (dba R+L Global Logistics) became one of the first two motor carriers worldwide to achieve certification under the new Trucking Security Requirements (TSR 2012) established by the Transported Asset Protection Association (TAPA), AFC attained the highest level (1) of certification under the new standard. - March 29, 2012 - R+L Carriers

Corporate Traffic Promotes Truckload Manager

Growing Truckload Operations Prompts Important Promotion at Corporate Traffic - March 17, 2012 - Corporate Traffic

U-Freight Refits Fourth Logistics Warehouse in Fine Fashion

The U-Freight Group – www.ufreight.com - the Asia-based freight services organisation, has strengthened its operations in Hong Kong with the opening of a further dedicated, full-service logistics facility after an extensive re-fit and modernisation. - March 08, 2012 - UFreight

FreightCenter.com Continues Corporate Expansion in 2012

FreightCenter.com continues expansion of its corporate offices, estimating 20 new job openings in the Tampa Bay area by spring 2012. - February 25, 2012 - FreightCenter.com

Freight Shippers Prompt Logistics Now Promoting Instant Freight Rates Price Quote Service

The shipping experts at Prompt Logistics are now promoting their online freight calculator to customers, which delivers free and instant freight rates online. - February 23, 2012 - Prompt Logistics – Freight Quote

Atos and Yodel Shortlisted for Prestigious MCA Awards

Seamless and agile partnership central to success of parcel delivery company. - February 23, 2012 - Yodel

Yodel Signs Mobile Asset Management Contract with Ryzex

Leading parcel delivery company Yodel to leverage the Ryzex mobility model for the management of its 15,000 handheld terminals, enabling savings of £500k per annum. Yodel, the UK’s leading parcel delivery company, has agreed a mobile asset management contract with Ryzex, a leading... - February 23, 2012 - Yodel

American Trailer & Storage (AT&S) Hires Ross Fogel

American Trailer & Storage is pleased to announce the hiring of Ross Fogel as an Account Manager in Kansas City. - February 21, 2012 - American Trailer & Storage, Inc.

BAT Logistics Keeps on Trucking

BAT Logistics, provider of 3rd Party Logistics and Transportation solutions, recently wrapped up its 3rd year of upward growth. - February 11, 2012 - Bat Logistics

Jim Henderson Set to Speak on Social Media Marketing

Owner and President of William C. Huff Companies, Jim Henderson, will be speaking about LinkedIn and social media at the Above Board Chamber luncheon on February 13th. - February 08, 2012 - William C. Huff Companies

Yodel Collects Over 22,000 Presents for Record-Breaking Cash for Kids Appeal

Yodel, the UK’s leading parcel delivery company, played a vital role in the latest record-breaking Bauer Radio’s Cash for Kids’ Christmas Appeal. Yodel collected over 22,000 Christmas presents donated by listeners to Bauer Radio’s stations, and took them for sorting and... - February 06, 2012 - Yodel

AT&S Expands Workforce

Steven Todd hired as Mechanic for American Trailer & Storage (AT&S). - January 02, 2012 - American Trailer & Storage, Inc.

U-Freight Drinks to Growth of Wine Logistics in China

The U-Freight Group - the Hong Kong-headquartered international freight services and logistics group, believes that China’s growing thirst for French wine will be a major boost for the company’s specialist wine logistics services. - December 16, 2011 - UFreight

Total Quality Logistics Wins Best Places to Work Award

TQL is the 1000+ employees category winner. - November 17, 2011 - Total Quality Logistics

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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.

Recent Headlines Within General Freight Trucking

Recent Headlines
Within General Freight Trucking