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Newsby David CullenJuly 1, 2019

VW’s IPO of Traton Truck-OEM Unit Sees Slow Start

The initial public offering of Traton SE, formerly known as Volkswagen Truck & Bus, did not go off with a bang. The Germany-based global truck builder slipped below its opening share price soon after being listed on the Frankfurt exchange.

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Newsby StaffJuly 1, 2019

A&R Logistics Acquires Michigan Plastics Transporter

A&R Logistics has acquired Blue Water Plastic Transport, a St. Clair, Michigan-based specialty bulk transportation and logistics services carrier for the plastics industry.

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Newsby StaffJuly 1, 2019

Third-Party Logistics Saw Banner Results in 2018

2018 will go down as an outstanding year for third-party logistics in the U.S., driven by growth in the economy and an extraordinary inventory build as shippers imported products to beat import tariffs.

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Articlesby Jack RobertsJuly 1, 2019

Q&A: Real-Time Tracking with Atomic Clocks – LocatorX's Fletcher

A new startup company is using atomic clock nanotechnology in ways it says can transform real-time locating capabilities for fleets. President and CEO Scott Fletcher explains how.

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Newsby StaffJuly 1, 2019

Food Distributor Buys Rival to Improve Logistics Efficiency

Logistics synergies is one of the reasons Performance Food Group Company has agreed to buy rival Reinhart Foodservice from Reyes Holdings in a deal estimated to be worth $2 billion.

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Newsby StaffJune 28, 2019

Volvo Investing $400 Million in Virginia Plant to Boost Efficiency, Product Quality

Volvo plans to expand its current New River Valley plant in Virginia, which produces all Volvo trucks sold in North America.

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Newsby David CullenJune 27, 2019

Truckers Wanted to Help Stop Pest Invasion

Truckers are being enlisted in a campaign to help stop the spread of a voracious invasive insect that authorities say is hitching rides on commercial vehicles.

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Articlesby Jack RobertsJune 27, 2019

How to Recruit Truck Drivers Through Facebook

Smart fleets are using Facebook to expand their talent pool for new drivers and keep the ones they have. First in a three-part series with tips on how to use Facebook to recruit and retain drivers, as well as dealing with the negative aspects that come along with a vibrant social media presence.

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Newsby StaffJune 27, 2019

Convoy's New Automated Reloads Cuts Empty Miles

Convoy says latest technology can help keep truckers from having to scramble to book the next load, allowing customers to book multiple loads at a time with its new Automated Reloads feature.

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Newsby StaffJune 26, 2019

Schneider Adds CSX Indianapolis Ramp to Intermodal Services

Schneider has started offering intermodal services at the CSX Indianapolis ramp, giving shippers in the central/southern Indiana, Louisville, Kentucky, and Cincinnati markets a more cost-competitive transportation option to eastern markets, according to the company.

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