Penske Launches Driver App for ELD Compliance
Penske Truck Leasing Co. launched a mobile app that will allow rental truck drivers to comply with the federal mandate for electronic logging devices and to access other information that enhances productivity.
November 21, 2017Orbcomm Bolsters Freight Telematics Business With Purchase of Blue Tree Systems
Orbcomm Inc. moved to fortify its global freight telematics service with the purchase of Blue Tree Systems Limited International, a company based in Galway, Ireland, but with extensive business in the United States, Germany and France.
October 9, 2017Titanium Acquires Canadian Van/Flatbed Carrier Xpress Group
Titanium Transportation Group has acquired Canadian dry van truckload and flatbed carrier Xpress Group, based in Windsor, Ontario, for C$3.1 million in cash and the assumption of C$5.2 million in debt.
October 6, 2017Best Logistics Group Acquires Beverage Hauler East Coast Truck Lines
TransForce Inc. Adds Driving Ambition to Holdings
TransForce Inc., a driver leasing and workforce management company in Alexandria, Va., has acquired assets of Driving Ambition Inc., a regional provider of commercial truck drivers with operations in six states, company officials announced Sept. 26.
September 27, 2017Diesel Dips 0.3 Cent to $2.788 a Gallon
The U.S. average retail diesel price fell 0.3 cent a gallon to $2.788, the Department of Energy reported Sept. 25.
September 25, 2017ScanTech Prepares to Open Food Treatment Facility
ScanTech Sciences Inc. announced that it will partner with Freight Handlers Inc. to staff and operate the company’s first electronic cold-pasteurization food treatment center in McAllen, Texas.
September 25, 2017Wilson Logistics Acquires Haney Truck Line Assets
Wilson Logistics Inc., based in Springfield, Mo., has purchased the assets of Haney Truck Line, adding flatbed and heavy-specialized freight hauling to its portfolio of trucking and logistics services while significantly expanding business in the Pacific Northwest and parts of Canada.
September 7, 2017Industry Celebrates Truck Drivers for Dedication to Profession
Truck drivers deliver virtually everything needed to sustain modern life, and Sept. 10-16 they are getting something in return: Thanks.
September 7, 2017United Road Services Purchased by Carlyle Group
The Carlyle Group has acquired vehicle hauler United Road Services from Charlesbank Capital Partners, the companies announced Sept. 5.
September 5, 2017