Technology
Commercial freight transportation businesses rely on data, intelligence, and novel solutions for operational efficiency. Transport Topics technology coverage investigates available technologies, real-world applications of business solutions, and the strategies necessary for advancement. News topics focus on the latest applied science, and issues range from autonomous vehicle and robotics innovations to management software, tracking and transparency, data analytics, blockchain, and the internet of things.
GE's Oil Business Seen Finding `Missing Piece' With Baker Hughes
General Electric Co. could become one of the top players in the oil services and equipment industry if it decides to bid for Baker Hughes Inc.
Robots May Beat Drones in Race to Deliver Packages
Forget flying drones. When it comes to predictions on what sci-fi method might bring you hot pizza, aspirin, groceries or new shoes, some experts bet that delivery robots rolling down sidewalks will beat out airborne couriers.
McLeod Unveils Automated Tools for Logistics Firms, Brokers
McLeod Software has introduced LogixSolutions eRate Confirmation, which the company said simplifies the rate confirmation process for brokers by creating an electronic form to capture, record and automate the workflow process.
April 7, 2016Internet Truckstop Group Sells Stock to Fund Expansion
Internet Truckstop Group announced a “significant” investment from the private equity firm Bregal Sagemount to support expansion of its transportation technology platform.
April 5, 2016Capitol Agenda for the Week of April 5: A Different Darling
Who are you and what have you done with Scott Darling? The nominee to head FMCSA that we bumped into at the Mid-America Trucking Show last week was far different from the reserved acting administrator we encountered a year ago at the same event. Except for the hat. Here's the week ahead for trucking on Capitol Hill.
LTL Carriers Boost Dimensioner Use to Improve Pricing Accuracy, Profits
Less-than-truckload carriers have more than quadrupled the use of dimensioner technology to improve pricing accuracy and profitability, experts said.
FRA’s Feinberg Urges Law Enforcement, State Agencies to Aid in Reducing Collisions at Rail-Highway Crossings
Federal Railroad Administration officials in recent months have stepped up efforts to reduce what they say are preventable fatalities and injuries from train collisions with trucks and cars at U.S. highway rail-grade crossings.
BlackBerry Enters Trailer-Tracking Market
LOUISVILLE, Ky. — Telecommunications company BlackBerry has entered the trailer-tracking market with its BlackBerry Radar system, launched here at the Mid-America Trucking Show.
FourKites, McLeod Forge Technology Partnership
Technology provider FourKites has created a partnership with McLeod Software that integrates tracking and transportation management software.
April 1, 2016Two More Companies Offer Web-Based Trucking Services
Two more technology-driven efforts to apply Web-based services to trucking have been developed.
April 1, 2016