The second Heavy Duty Trucking Exchange was another successful event by all accounts, bringing together fleets and suppliers for two days of networking, one-on-one meetings, and educational panels at the Scottsdale resort at McCormick Ranch outside Phoenix, Arizona. Photos: Tavit Daniel Tavits Photography
2018 Heavy Duty Trucking Exchange in Photos
HDT Truck Fleet Innovators spoke in a panel discussion about thinking outside the box to improve fleet operations.
Members of the audience were able to ask questions and voice concerns to speakers.
Here all of the attendees gathered for one last group photo.
Equipment Editor Jim Park was one of several HDT editors in attendance.
Winners of the HDT Truck Fleet Innovators award were honored in person at HDTX.
Fleets and suppliers were given several opportunities to network in both formal and informal settings.
It wasn't all learning and networking, and barbecue was a fitting meal for the hot Phoenix weather.
Cigars and other treats were available to all of the hard working women and men at HDTX.
In addition to large sessions, there were also meetings in more intimate settings.
At night, attendees mingled in an outdoor area at the resort.
Attendees were able to hear industry experts give educational sessions on critical topics.
Suppliers were given time to meet one on one with fleet managers, including HDT Truck Fleet Innovator Andreea Crisan, COO and executive vice president of Andy Transport (right).
The Heavy Duty Trucking Exchange took place at the McCormick Ranch outside Phoenix, Arizona.
Jeff Sass, senior vice president, sales and marketing for Navistar, was the kickoff speaker who told attendees about how technology could have profound effects on the transportation industry.
Taking advantage of the cloudless Arizona night sky, a telescope was set up to allow attendees to do some stargazing.