RJW Logistics Group Brings Shipping Hub, Jobs to Mesquite, Texas
A new Mesquite, Texas, business park has landed a major tenant, RJW Logistics Group, bringing more than 200 jobs.
Texas Welcomes Deal for Green Hydrogen Production Venture
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott declared that a newly announced $4 billion green hydrogen production facility for mobility and other industrial markets will help the state retain its national leadership role in energy.
New International Bridge Aims to Help Laredo Remain No. 1 Inland Port
Already the No. 1 inland port in North America, Laredo is expected to further solidify its position and see substantial trade growth according to local leaders thanks to the planned addition of a second international railway bridge.
Texas-Based Holt Truck Centers Pursues Electric Trucks Alongside Nikola
Last summer, Holt Truck Centers signed a deal to become the certified dealer of Phoenix-based Nikola Corp.’s trucks in Texas.
Texas Adopts 10-Year, $85 Billion Transportation Plan
A 10-year Texas Department of Transportation plan to spend a record $85 billion to alleviate roadway congestion, enhance transportation safety and improve highways received the governor’s stamp of approval Aug. 30.
Autonomous Truck Firm Gatik to Begin Deliveries in Dallas
Gatik, a California-based autonomous trucking company, will begin a Dallas route in partnership with century-old business equipment firm Pitney Bowes.
Texas State Police to Begin Border Checks After Migrant Tragedy
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott said state police will begin inspecting vehicles crossing the border from Mexico in response to the deadly migrant tragedy that killed 53 people this week.
Driverless Trucks to Deliver Household Goods to Dallas Sam’s Clubs
Self-driving trucks soon will make deliveries to Walmart Inc.’s Sam’s Club stores in the Dallas-Fort Worth area, marking a significant expansion of autonomous vehicles operating in live traffic.
Planners Eye New Freight Corridor Thanks to Interstate Designation
President Joe Biden’s recent interstate designation of a New Mexico-to-Texas freight corridor will give truckers a less congested route for future U.S. trade with Mexico and Canada.
Mexico to Route Rail Line Through New Mexico, Not Texas
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott’s border crackdown is generating fresh backlash, with Mexico’s economy minister announcing that a new rail line to the U.S. would now go via New Mexico instead of the Lone Star State.