American Trucking Associations has filed an appeal with the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals, claiming that a lower court did not follow the circuit court's directions in granting an injunction in its continuing fight with the ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach, the Long Beach Press-Telegram reported.
May 19, 2009BusinessLogistics
C.R. England Adds myLogistics Software
C.R. England said that it has implemented myLogistics software in its dedicated division, giving the logistics company better ability to bid for contracts, among other features.
May 20, 2009BusinessLogistics
Radiant Logistics to Buy Back Stock
Radiant Logistics said that it will repurchase up to 5 million shares of its common stock through 2010.
May 20, 2009BusinessSafetyGovernment
Opinion: Freight Broker Liability
Against the backdrop of a recent multimillion-dollar verdict against one of the world鈥檚 largest freight brokers, now is a good time for freight brokers across this country to review their procedures to reduce exposure to similar liability.
May 19, 2009GovernmentBusinessSafetyFuel
Obama Unveils New Emissions Standards
President Obama Tuesday outlined his administration鈥檚 comprehensive plan to curb emissions from cars and light trucks, saying the rules would cut dependence on imported oil and move the United States toward a 鈥渃lean energy鈥 economy, the Associated Press reported.
May 19, 2009FuelBusinessLogisticsGovernment
Diesel Rises 1.5垄 to $2.231; Gas Gains 6.9垄
The national average price of diesel fuel rose for a second straight week, gaining 1.5 cents to $2.231 a gallon, the Department of Energy said.
May 19, 2009BusinessLogistics
CEVA Logistics Awarded Contract with Powerwave
CEVA Logistics has been awarded a contract to handle forwarding services for U.S.-based wireless technology company Powerwave Technologies, Ceva said.
May 19, 2009GovernmentBusinessSafetyLogistics
Daimler Gives Schneider Trucks With 2010-Compliant Engines
The two main truck and engine companies of Daimler Trucks North America said they have provided truckload carrier Schneider National with two more test tractors powered by 2010-compliant diesel engines.
May 18, 2009BusinessGovernmentSafety
Caterpillar to Cut Worker Hours at Ind. Engine Plant
Heavy equipment and diesel engine maker Caterpillar Inc. said it will cut hours at least in half for 985 workers in its Lafayette, Ind., plant, the Associated Press reported Monday.
May 18, 2009GovernmentBusinessSafetyLogistics
California Reefer Rule Illegal, ATA Tells Court
California鈥檚 transport refrigeration unit rule illegally imposes a national requirement on all motor carriers that enter the state, attorneys for American Trucking Associations and the Truckload Carriers Association told a federal appeals court.
May 18, 2009