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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.

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Port of Halifax to Create Digital Data Hub

Supply chain improvements for trucking are underway at the Port of Halifax in Nova Scotia in a multimillion-dollar venture to create a data hub and digitize container terminal operations.

September 4, 2024
BusinessTechnologyLogisticsTCA

World’s Largest Sailing Cargo Ship Crosses the Atlantic

The largest sailing cargo ship in the world has made its maiden voyage across the Atlantic Ocean. Its shipments have a carbon footprint one-tenth that of a standard containership.

September 4, 2024
GovernmentBusinessTechnologyFuel

US, China to Restart Climate Talks in Beijing

Climate negotiators from the U.S. and China will resume talks Sept. 4 in Beijing on deepening emissions cuts and transition funding.

September 3, 2024
GovernmentBusinessTechnologySafety

US Reports 28th Death From Exploding Takata Air Bag Inflators

DETROIT — Another death has been linked to dangerous Takata air bag inflators by U.S. regulators, the 28th in the United States.

September 3, 2024
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China Responds to Canada’s EV Tariffs With Rapeseed Probe

China will start an anti-dumping probe into rapeseed imports from Canada, with trade tensions escalating after Canada imposed tariffs on Chinese-made EVs, steel and aluminum.

September 3, 2024
BusinessTechnologySafety

Why Seed-Key Exchange Isn’t Protecting Your Fleet

Outdated security methods like seed-key exchange leave your fleet vulnerable to cyberattacks, risking critical system control. Discover how to upgrade to stronger protections to safeguard your fleet and operations. Download the National Motor Freight Traffic Association Inc.’s (NMFTA)™ free guide now.

September 1, 2024
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Trucking Technology Connects the Dots for Carriers

As connected trucks rack up miles and pile up data, fleet managers can increasingly make use of the Internet of Things and artificial intelligence to access and act on the incoming information.

August 30, 2024
BusinessTechnologyEquipment

Connected Trucks Go Mainstream

Connected truck capabilities such as remote diagnostics and over-the-air software updates are becoming more standard and more powerful as manufacturers integrate them into their designs.

August 30, 2024
GovernmentBusinessTechnologyFuelTCA

Port of Bellingham to Install Electrical Plugs for Vessels

The Port of Bellingham received a $2.8 million grant from the state of Washington for the electrification of shore power at the shipping terminal.

August 30, 2024
GovernmentBusinessTechnologyFuel

Biden Awards $62 Million to Help Speed Hydrogen Adoption

The Biden administration will award $62 million to accelerate development of the nation’s nascent hydrogen industry, seen as key for decarbonizing steel, cement and heavy transportation.

August 30, 2024

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