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RIA to Present 2016 Engelberger Robotics Awards to Dr. Chia Day and Dean Elkins
The Robotic Industries Association (RIA) announces the industry’s highest honor, the Engelberger Robotics Award recipients for 2016. The awards will be presented to Dr. Chia Day and Dean Elkins at a special ceremony on Tuesday, June 21st in Munich, Germany. - June 10, 2016 - A3
Truck Management Costs Cut Down to 97% with New Cloud TransIT Solution
TMS programs are essential for transportation businesses but carrier companies often seem to be complaining about the ownership and maintenance costs of such systems. Not anymore, much to the delight of the carrier firms, new cloud-based TMS program TransIT promises efficient truck management... - June 09, 2016 - TransIT
Travel Around Jamaica Tours Earns 2016 TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence
Travel Around Jamaica Tours today announced that it has received a TripAdvisor® Certificate of Excellence for the second year in a row. Now in its sixth year, the achievement celebrates hospitality businesses that have earned great traveler reviews on TripAdvisor over the past year. About The... - June 09, 2016 - Travel Around Jamaica Tours
East & Central Africa’s Leading Transport Summit Returns to Dar Es Salaam to Promote Sustainable Transport Networks in the Region
Regional and international stakeholders for East and Central Africa's transport infrastructure sector will be gathering once again at the 7th East & Central Africa Roads & Rail Infrastructure Summit 2016 to be held on September 27-28 in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania. This seventh Summit will... - June 09, 2016 - Magenta Global Pte Ltd
Recently Released Turbine Meter from Blancett
Bell Flow Systems offer a wide selection of products from Badger Meter including the newly released QuikSert turbine flow meter. - June 09, 2016 - Bell Flow Systems
Raisecom and LinkAmerica Sign Partner Agreement
Raisecom and LinkAmerica have announced a new partnership that will accelerate sales and support for Raisecom’s access solutions and network device portfolio to customers in the Americas. - June 08, 2016 - LinkAmerica
#250 – America’s Mobile Speed Dial Selects LocationSmart for Geographic Call Routing Solution
New deal expected to enhance caller experiences and maximize revenues. - June 08, 2016 - LocationSmart
Smart LiDAR Sensor Patent Issued to Facet Technology
Autonomous vehicle navigation systems that utilize smart sensors will allow for distributed processing within the vehicle and will dramatically reduce the graphics horsepower required for the navigation control unit. Smart sensors bring functionality to the sensor like edge detection, corner detection, 3D segmentation, normal vector determination for all objects, and object identification for localization functions. - June 08, 2016 - Facet Technology Corporation
ShipNext: A Bold New Start Up
ShipNext is a one-point destination to meet all your shipment needs. - June 07, 2016 - ShipNext
A Brand New Mobile App Puts an Amazing Spin on Roadside Assistance
Highway Hand Inc, is currently raising funds to market their mobile app - Highway Hand: a crowdsourced roadside assistance mobile app. The first peer-to-peer app of its kind allows users to request roadside assistance from anyone. The twist - anyone can signup to help. - June 06, 2016 - Highway Hand
Omnex Announces ISO 26262 Collaboration Project Moving Ahead
Omnex, Inc., the leading innovator of product launch and engineering software solutions, announced on May 10th an exploratory effort to determine the global automotive supply chain’s interest in sharing the time, cost and risk of developing an ISO 26262 Functional Safety Collaboration... - June 06, 2016 - Omnex
New AISI 316 Stainless Steel Compression Springs from Lee Spring
The Lee Spring range of compression springs now includes wire sizes of 2mm upward in AISI 316 stainless steel which provides an enhanced degree of corrosion resistance, particularly to chloride attack. This makes the new series preferentially suited to marine environments and wash-down areas where chloride atmospheres and chemicals may be encountered. - June 05, 2016 - Lee Spring Ltd.
SleepSafe Drivers® and NATERA Team Up to Educate About Fatigue and Sleep Management in the Transportation Industry
SleepSafe Drivers, one of the nation’s leaders in Fatigue Management Programs for the transportation industry and other high-risk related jobs, will discuss sleep apnea and answer industry specific questions related to OSA and fatigue management during a special webinar on June 8th. - June 04, 2016 - SleepSafe Drivers, Inc.
comūn is Changing the Gig Economy
comūn is launching a new sharing economy app around the United States to connect users looking to provide their services with users looking for assistance. - June 04, 2016 - comun
Bighorn Airways Receives FAA Diamond Award
Bighorn Airways has been awarded the FAA Diamond Award for second consecutive year. - June 04, 2016 - Bighorn Airways
Large New York CityWide Transit Company Reducing REGEN’s & Saving Fuel – ECOFuelMaximizer
Every Diesel Engine in New York City experiences excessive Stop and Go Driving. CityWide Transportation has reduced their REGEN’s from every three days to every 2-3 weeks. - June 04, 2016 - ECO Fuel Systems, LLC
SaSo Pepper Uses Arch and Toward ZeroTM to Meet Demand
SaSo Pepper Co. is using Toward Zero from Arch, Inc. to meet increasing demand for Pepper Sauce. “Toward Zero has helped us identify gaps in our supply chain and improve our operations to meet growing demand,” said Justin Chentnik, Director of Operations at SaSo Pepper Co. Toward Zero... - June 04, 2016 - Arch, Inc
Uwe Keller - New Vice President Sales Americas at Leuze Electronic
Leuze electronic completes its Vice Presidents Sales team for the restructuring of its global sales activities. In addition to the Vice President Sales Europe, Patrick Kraemer, and the Vice President Sales Asia, Matthias Höhl, Uwe Keller will assume the function of Vice President Sales... - June 03, 2016 - Leuze electronic, Inc.
Voith Industrial Services, Shanghai, China honored with the Excellent Supplier Award on the VWED 2016 Supplier Conference
Voith Industrial Services (Shanghai) Co., Ltd. was honored with the Ex-cellent Supplier Award from Volkswagen FAW Engine (Dalian) Co., Ltd. (VWED) on their 2016 Supplier Conference. - June 03, 2016 - Leadec Holding GmbH
Cannon Auto Repair: Lost Your Vehicle Owner’s Manual?
Cannon Auto Repair now offers the opportunity for vehicle owners to sign in to their “online garage” and learn all about the car service that may be required for their vehicle. It's also possible to ask for expert advice about a needed car repair. - June 02, 2016 - Cannon Auto Repair
Electrovaya to Deploy INDUSTRIOS ERP to Gain Visibility Over Operations
INDUSTRIOS Software, Inc., developer of the INDUSTRIOS ERP Manufacturing Suite, announced today its recent agreement with Electrovaya to deploy INDUSTRIOS ERP at its Mississauga location. The decision to select INDUSTRIOS was driven by Electrovaya’s need to partner with a software publisher... - June 01, 2016 - INDUSTRIOS Software Inc.
Enatel Appoints New CFO
Enatel Limited is delighted to announce the appointment of Aaron Gale as Chief Financial Officer. Most recently, Aaron served as CEO for HydroWorks and earlier to that as CFO for General Cable Oceania. He has over 20 years’ experience working in manufacturing, distribution, finance and media... - May 31, 2016 - Enatel
Echo-Xpats Adds Bvlgari to Its Luxury Brand Clientele
Echo-Xpats expands operations into Africa with major pharmaceutical company. - May 29, 2016 - Echo-Xpats
TM Robotics Partners with Caionix to Sell Toshiba Machine Industrial Robots in Egypt
Caionix will offer Toshiba Machine’s full line of Cartesian, 6-axis, and SCARA robot systems for companies looking to improve industrial production efficiency. - May 29, 2016 - Toshiba Machine Industrial Robots
Essex Based A. Smith Gt. Bentley Ltd (ASGB) Signs Deal with Chinese Investor
Specialist manufacturing business A. Smith Gt. Bentley Ltd (ASGB) has announced that it has agreed to sell a 60% stake in the business to BISLT. - May 29, 2016 - A. Smith Gt. Bentley Ltd (ASGB)
Arch and the Colorado Advanced Manufacturing Association Announce Partnership to Drive Innovation and Further Strengthen Colorado’s Manufacturing Ecosystem
Arch, a leading provider of value add manufacturing services, today announced it has been selected as a vendor partner by the Colorado Advanced Manufacturing Association (CAMA) to drive innovation and collaboration in the manufacturing alliance through its Toward ZeroTM program. “CAMA exists... - May 28, 2016 - Arch, Inc
LemonChecks.com Becomes the Leading Online Free VIN Check Provider
LemonChecks.com offering free VIN check and vehicle history report of used cars. The report produces reliable data concerning the complete car history. This can save consumers money on insurance and give insight when deciding to purchase a vehicle. - May 27, 2016 - LemonChecks.com
Rebel Automotive: Online Glove Box is Here
Rebel Automotive invites vehicle owners to sign in to their “online garage” and learn all about the car service that may be required for their vehicle. It's also possible to ask for expert advice about a needed car repair. - May 27, 2016 - Rebel Automotive
Motory.com Celebrates Second Anniversary as the Best Cars Trading Website in Saudi Arabia
Launched in May 2014, celebrating its second anniversary this month, Motory was created as a one-stop solution for fulfilling all the auto-trading requirements in Saudi Arabia. Since its launch, the website has served as a powerful platform where potential buyers can buy and sellers can sell their new and used cars. All the latest of models and the majority of famous brands are available on Motory. - May 26, 2016 - Motory
New York City Large CityWide School Bus Transit Company Reducing REGEN’s & Saving Fuel – ECOFuelMaximizer
Every Diesel Bus in New York City experiences excessive Stop and Go Driving that causes an engine to go into Diesel Regeneration Cycles. REGEN’s waste fuel and can compromise expensive parts, it can even stop an engine from running. - May 26, 2016 - ECO Fuel Systems, LLC
Instinctive Driving Aids Young Afghan Man’s Drive for a New Life in Australia
This story is not about the machinations of politics, government policies or the perceived right or wrong of other countries and religious beliefs. More so, it’s a true tale of bravery, determination, family and what we, as Australians have done to help those in need, to better their lives and in doing so adding to the richness of this country and the meaning of "humanity." - May 26, 2016 - Instinctive Driving
The Shops at Wisconsin Place in Chevy Chase Ribbon Cutting & EV Ride and Drive Event to Launch Newly Installed Mini Bar Electric Vehicle Charging Stations by Juice Bar EV
Juice Bar EV partners with CBRE, LAZ Parking and Chevy Chase Nissan in a Ribbon Cutting & Ride and Drive Event at The Shops at Wisconsin Place in Chevy Chase. The business community and local Electric Vehicle Drivers Club come together to introduce the community to the new Mini Bar Electric Vehicle Charging Stations. - May 25, 2016 - Juice Bar EV
Tech Startup Uniti Releases Open Source Microcontroller to Support the Electric Vehicle Revolution
Electric car startup Uniti announced the upcoming release of the Uniti ARC, the world’s first open-source commercial development board for three phase motors with Arduino compatibility. It is designed to empower makers, startups, educators and anyone else, to be part of the electric vehicle revolution by making electric car prototyping more accessible for a wider public. - May 25, 2016 - Uniti Sweden AB (publ)
Encore Jets: The Private Jet Company and Its Model That is Changing the Industry Standard
Encore Jets, LLC – based at a midtown office in Manhattan – enter the private jet brokerage industry with their bold and unique business model. Operating as a full service private aviation company proposes a membership program specializing on direct, or wholesale access for its members. - May 25, 2016 - Encore Jets
Seminole Powersports Announces Arrival of Italian Bike Line
Sanford, Florida Power Sports Store Now Carrying Aprilia Line of Motorcycles - May 25, 2016 - Seminole PowerSports
Colorado's New Tax Program Attracts Entrepreneurs from Other States, Countries
Fourth company approved for Rural Jump-Start Tax Credit Program in Mesa County, Colo., is a manufacturer from California. - May 22, 2016 - Grand Junction Economic Partnership
Arkansas Public Fleet Managers Association Elects 2016-2017 Chapter Officers/BOD Changes Name to More Closely Reflect Membership Goals
The Arkansas Public Fleet Managers Association (“APFMA”) elected its 2016 – 2017 leadership team at its Annual Conference, which was held in Little Rock on May 12-13. The organization also announced a name change to The Arkansas Public Fleet Professionals Association (“APFPA”) to more accurately reflect the composition of its membership. - May 22, 2016 - APFMA
LANKS, ACEX Alliance Member, Opens North Caucasus as their New Business Direction
Lanks continues to widen the geography of their presence in different regions of Russia. - May 22, 2016 - ACEX
Donlen Named One of Chicago’s Best and Brightest Companies to Work For® Two Consecutive Years
Donlen has been recognized by the National Association for Business Resources (NABR) as one of Chicago's Best and Brightest Companies to Work For® for the second year in a row. The 2016 winning companies were selected by an independent research firm that evaluates each company's entry in the... - May 20, 2016 - Donlen
Classic Kenya Safari – Discover Africa’s Natural Wonders with Magical Lands
Magical Lands launch a 12 day safari package including flights from just £2,999. The Classic Kenya Safari comes with named accommodation throughout, a maximum group size of just 6 people, most meals included and no single supplements. The Maasai Mara, Samburu National Park, Thompsons Falls... - May 20, 2016 - Magical Lands
Coopersburg & Liberty Kenworth Announces 2017 Kenworth T880 and Other Kenworth Trucks for Sale
With summer just around the corner, it is the perfect time for industries and cities alike to invest in new dump trucks. Coopersburg & Liberty Kenworth is proud to announce a full line of new 2017 Kenworth trucks for sale, including the amazing T880 dump truck. - May 20, 2016 - Coopersburg-Liberty Kenworth
American PetroLog Expands Into Lafayette, LA
With a new office centrally located in the Gulf South, American PetroLog is positioned to serve their customer base in Louisiana and Texas. - May 19, 2016 - American PetroLog
Complex Project on Italian Equipment Delivery Was Organized by the Agency of Customs Logistics (ACEX Member in Togliatti)
26 containers and flat racks with over-sized equipment were delivered to one of the countries of the Middle East - May 18, 2016 - ACEX
VST Logistic Successfully Delivered the Fur Seal from Ekaterinburg to Sochi
Thanks to VST Logistic and the Ural Airways pinnipedian Snezhok will perform with the Dolphinarium road tour on the Black Sea coast - May 18, 2016 - ACEX
Gov. Hickenlooper Visits Colorado's Grand Valley in Support of Outdoor Industry
The outdoor recreation industry in the State of Colorado contributes $994 million in state and local tax revenue, and employs over 350,000 Coloradoans, making it a key industry for the state. A region in west Colorado known as the Grand Valley is poised to become a national hub for the industry. - May 14, 2016 - Grand Junction Economic Partnership
B-TEC Systems Welcomes White & Peters on Board
B-TEC Systems announce White & Peters as new BC distributor. - May 14, 2016 - B-TEC Systems Inc.
"Everything But the Wall Mounted Enclosure" from EMKA
Wall mounted enclosure hardware from EMKA includes quarter-turn locks, hinges and rubber gasket strip. - May 14, 2016 - EMKA (UK) Ltd.
SmartTOP Add-on Convertible Top Controller for Porsche 911 Carrera with New Enclosure
The Add-On Convertible Top Controller made by Mods4cars for the Porsche 911 Carrera Models 997 and 991 received a design overhaul. It now ships with the exclusive Mods4cars product enclosure and offers extra help during installation. Getting the added convenience offered by the SmartTOP kit has never been easier. - May 13, 2016 - Mods4cars
Donlen Names Top Auction Award Winners
Donlen, the fleet industry's most customer-centric and technically integrated provider of financing and fleet management solutions, announced the recipients of their annual Top Auction Awards today. Each year, Donlen recognizes top automobile auction partners that work closely with Donlen to bring... - May 12, 2016 - Donlen
Eurasia Cargo Meet Has Celebrated Its First Event in Russia
70 representatives of international transport companies from different countries of the world visited Moscow in April 21 – 23 and conducted face-to-face business meetings in order to discuss prospects of the Russian market, find direct partners, develop new projects and supply chains with Russia during 3 days of the event. - May 12, 2016 - ACEX