Trucking Industry Safety News

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Transportation businesses face a host of dynamic risk issues that can significantly impact their financial and operational health. The news in this category focuses on the latest safety and security initiatives, resources and regulations and addresses topics that include fleet safety, claims administration, driver hiring and retention, risk management and compliance.

Government, Business, Safety, TCA

Key Bridge Insurer Pays Maryland Agency $350 Million

The Maryland Transportation Authority received a $350 million insurance payout from Chubb, the Key Bridge’s insurer, to be applied to cleanup and rebuilding the span that collapsed in March.

Hayes Gardner | Baltimore Sun
August 27, 2024
Business, Equipment, Safety

2024 NTDC Awards Banquet Gallery

Photos from the 2024 National Truck Driving Championships and Step Van Championships Awards Banquet at the JW Marriott Grand Ballroom in Indianapolis on Aug. 24.

August 24, 2024
Business, Equipment, Safety

45 Finalists Announced at NTDC

INDIANAPOLIS — The 45 finalists competing at the National Truck Driving Championships were announced Aug. 24. Drivers representing states and companies will vie for a national title.

August 24, 2024
Business, Equipment, Safety

NTDC Spotlight: A. Duie Pyle

A. Duie Pyle drivers competing in the National Truck Driving Championships say they have the full backing of the West Chester, Pa.-based fleet, which is celebrating 100 years in business. 

Eugene Mulero | Senior Reporter
August 24, 2024
Business, Equipment, Safety

FMCSA’s Sue Lawless Praises Drivers’ Safety Focus

INDIANAPOLIS — The nation’s top trucking regulator praised the skill and commitment to safety exhibited by competitors at the 87th annual National Truck Driving Championships.

Eugene Mulero | Senior Reporter
August 23, 2024
Business, Equipment, Safety

NTDC Spotlight: Robert Foskey

INDIANAPOLIS — Robert Foskey will become chairman for next year’s National Truck Driving Championships. He plans to continue promoting the spirit of collaboration and camaraderie.

Eugene Mulero | Senior Reporter
August 23, 2024
Government, Business, Technology, Safety, Fuel, Private

Halliburton Warning Oil Clients After Cybersecurity Attack

Halliburton, the world’s biggest provider of fracking services, said it is alerting customers and other stakeholders after an unauthorized third party gained access to some of its systems.

August 23, 2024
Business, Equipment, Safety

Truck Drivers Tackle Intricate Course

Hundreds of women and men were tested on precision-driving skills as well as on their capacity to run commercial vehicles during the first day of competition at NTDC 2024 in Indianapolis.

Eugene Mulero | Senior Reporter
August 23, 2024
Business, Equipment, Safety

Elite Truckers Test Skills in Indy

Nerves, excitement, professionalism were evident among the more than 400 elite truck drivers — including three first-timers — on Day 1 of NTDC 2024 in Indianapolis. 

Eugene Mulero | Senior Reporter
August 22, 2024
Government, Business, Safety, Fuel

29 Mariners Rescued From Oil Tanker Hit in Red Sea Attacks

DUBAI, United Arab Emirates — A French destroyer rescued 29 mariners from an oil tanker that came under repeated attack in the Red Sea, officials said Aug. 22.

Jon Gambrell | Associated Press
August 22, 2024