Road transport

1,500 Local Officials Deliver Letter to Congress Opposing Bigger Tractor-Trailers

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Lundi, septembre 11, 2023
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The letter, entitled "Bigger Trucks: Bad for America's Local Communities" and organized by the Coalition Against Bigger Trucks , was delivered today to Capitol Hill offices.

Key Points: 
  • The letter, entitled "Bigger Trucks: Bad for America's Local Communities" and organized by the Coalition Against Bigger Trucks , was delivered today to Capitol Hill offices.
  • The joint letter states , "Local communities and our residents are what drive this country.
  • These trucks find their way on to local roads and bridges, whether it is for meals and gas or to deliver their cargo.
  • CABT supporters include law enforcement officers, local government officials, truck drivers, motorists, safety advocates, railroads and trucking companies.

Truckstop Raises Awareness for Driver Well-being Challenges During National Truck Driver Appreciation Week

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Vendredi, septembre 8, 2023
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BOISE, Idaho, Sept. 8, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- In recognition of National Truck Driver Appreciation Week (Sept. 10-16), Truckstop surveyed over 500 long-haul truck drivers to gain an understanding of the challenges they face on the road to eat healthy and stay active.

Key Points: 
  • BOISE, Idaho, Sept. 8, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- In recognition of National Truck Driver Appreciation Week (Sept. 10-16), Truckstop surveyed over 500 long-haul truck drivers to gain an understanding of the challenges they face on the road to eat healthy and stay active.
  • "As we mark National Truck Driver Appreciation Week, it's imperative we shed light on the real challenges drivers face every day," said Kendra Tucker, chief executive officer, Truckstop.
  • Truckstop is proud to support the St. Christopher Truckers Development and Relief Fund (SCF) with a donation tied to their National Truck Driver Appreciation Week campaign which runs throughout the month of September.
  • Join us in celebrating National Truck Driver Appreciation Week and check out Truckstop's Rockstars of the Road: Highway to Health campaign on Facebook where followers can win fantastic prizes while honoring the dedicated truck drivers who keep America moving.

Jacobs to Manage Intelligent Transportation System for Florida's Turnpike

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Jeudi, septembre 7, 2023
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DALLAS, Sept. 7, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Jacobs (NYSE:J) was selected to operate and maintain Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS) and manage traffic operations for Florida's Turnpike Enterprise, a division of the Florida Department of Transportation. Jacobs will operate, manage and maintain more than 500 miles of ITS-connected roadway infrastructure across the state. 

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  • DALLAS, Sept. 7, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Jacobs (NYSE:J) was selected to operate and maintain Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS) and manage traffic operations for Florida's Turnpike Enterprise, a division of the Florida Department of Transportation.
  • Jacobs will operate, manage and maintain more than 500 miles of ITS-connected roadway infrastructure across the state.
  • With full-time staff in place at turnpike locations, Jacobs will manage traffic operations, perform traffic engineering services, operate and manage ITS infrastructure including maintenance contracts, network and data security.
  • Jacobs also will manage contingency plans and response for emergencies and weather events and work with Florida's Turnpike Enterprise to consider and evaluate advanced data systems to improve safety and mobility on the transportation network.

Electronic Transaction Consultants Goes Live with its Ohio River Bridges Toll Services

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Jeudi, septembre 7, 2023
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ORB's toll system supports economic development, propelled by safer and more efficient travel throughout the area.

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  • ORB's toll system supports economic development, propelled by safer and more efficient travel throughout the area.
  • TORONTO, Sept. 7, 2023 /PRNewswire/ - Quarterhill Inc. ("Quarterhill" or the "Company") (TSX: QTRH) (OTCQX: QTRHF), a leading provider of tolling and enforcement solutions in the Intelligent Transportation System ("ITS") industry, announces that the transfer of the Louisville-Southern Indiana Ohio River Bridges – RiverLink Project' ("RiverLink") back-office toll operations to the Company's wholly-owned subsidiary, Electronic Transaction Consultants ("ETC"), is now complete.
  • ETC assumed management of RiverLink's customer service centers and back-office system on September 1, 2023.
  • The RiverLink toll system, operated by the Kentucky-Indiana Joint Board, consists of three bridges that span the Ohio River, connecting Louisville, Kentucky, and Southern Indiana.

Trucker Path Increases Load Exposure for MercuryGate TMS Customers

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Mercredi, août 30, 2023
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"With a direct digital load posting integration via API we are facilitating greater access, faster transactions, and enabling several new features for brokers using MercuryGate," said Chris Oliver, CMO at Trucker Path. "Our collaborative integration increases the exposure of available loads to qualified capacity, streamlines freight matching, and drives time savings and efficiency -- creating additional revenue generating opportunities for both sides of the transaction."

Key Points: 
  • Our collaborative integration increases the exposure of available loads to qualified capacity, streamlines freight matching, and drives time savings and efficiency
    "With a direct digital load posting integration via API we are facilitating greater access, faster transactions, and enabling several new features for brokers using MercuryGate," said Chris Oliver, CMO at Trucker Path.
  • "We're pleased to advance our partnership with Trucker Path and make it easier for brokers and carriers to instantly connect freight with available capacity.
  • This API connection allows MercuryGate users to quickly and easily post available loads to the Trucker Path community representing nearly a third of North American carriers.
  • With direct API digital load posting these brokers are able to expand their load visibility and form relationships with Trucker Path's carrier network.

Traffic lights market to grow by USD 601.64 million from 2022 to 2027 | Growth driven by the growth of road transport infrastructure investment - Technavio

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Mardi, août 29, 2023
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NEW YORK, Aug. 29, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The traffic lights market is set to grow by USD 601.64 million from 2022 to 2027.

Key Points: 
  • NEW YORK, Aug. 29, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The traffic lights market is set to grow by USD 601.64 million from 2022 to 2027.
  • The growth of road transport infrastructure investment drives the growth of the traffic lights market.
  • The traffic lights market is fragmented, and the vendors are seeking strong partnerships with automotive, industrial, and commercial companies to compete in the market.
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    The traffic lights market is fragmented, and the degree of fragmentation will accelerate.

TaxZerone Introduces AutoMagic2290 for Truckers to E-File Form 2290 Effortlessly Within the August 31st Deadline

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Mardi, août 29, 2023
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By simply uploading their prior-year Schedule 1 copy, truckers can have their Form 2290 information auto-filled and save valuable time and effort.

Key Points: 
  • By simply uploading their prior-year Schedule 1 copy, truckers can have their Form 2290 information auto-filled and save valuable time and effort.
  • Missing the Form 2290 deadline could result in fines, making it crucial for truckers to act promptly.
  • Nathali Zepeda from TaxZerone underlined, "As the Form 2290 deadline looms, TaxZerone stands as a reliable partner for truckers seeking to meet their tax obligations efficiently.
  • Truckers are reminded to seize the opportunity to e-file Form 2290 and obtain their stamped Schedule 1 copy promptly.

TRUCKING INDUSTRY ASKED TO RANK TOP CONCERNS

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Lundi, août 28, 2023
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WASHINGTON, Aug. 28, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The American Transportation Research Institute, the trucking industry's not-for-profit research organization, today launched the 2023 Top Industry Issues Survey.

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  • WASHINGTON, Aug. 28, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The American Transportation Research Institute, the trucking industry's not-for-profit research organization, today launched the 2023 Top Industry Issues Survey.
  • The annual survey asks trucking industry stakeholders to rank the top issues of concern for the industry along with potential strategies for addressing each issue.
  • "The annual Top Industry Issues Survey has long been a crucial part of understanding the challenges facing our country's supply chain.
  • "I encourage my fellow drivers to take a few minutes and complete ATRI's Top Industry Issues Survey.