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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.

BusinessTechnologyEquipment

Tech Air Acquires Scully Welding Supply, Propane Service Companies

Industrial gas and equipment supplier Tech Air has acquired Scully Welding Supply Corp. and Scully Propane Service Corp. according to a Dec. 4 press release. This is the 27th acquisition for Tech Air under CI Capital ownership.

December 11, 2018
BusinessTechnologyLogistics

AIT Worldwide Logistics Acquires ConneXion

AIT Worldwide Logistics, a supply chain services provider, has acquired ConneXion World Cargo, a freight forwarder based in London.

December 11, 2018
GovernmentBusinessTechnologyEquipmentSafety

Capitol Agenda for the Week of Dec. 10: Just in Time for the Holidays

Ahead of the Dec. 11 announcement of the next BUILD grant recipients, a few members of Congress have alerted the public about extra funds headed to their districts to help alleviate the cost of infrastructure projects.

December 10, 2018
BusinessTechnologyFuel

Solar Power Installation by Trillium Prepares the Way for EV Charging

Trillium announced it has completed its first solar installation at the Love鈥檚 Travel Stop in Santa Nella, Calif., that is expected to offset 53% of the travel stop鈥檚 energy consumption and support an electric vehicle charging station there.

December 10, 2018
BusinessTechnologyTCA

Elon Musk Says Tesla Might Be Interested in Buying GM Plants

Elon Musk is sizing up General Motors' recently idled plants. The tech billionaire said in an interview with CBS鈥 鈥60 Minutes鈥 that it鈥檚 鈥減ossible that [Tesla] would be open鈥 to taking over automakers鈥 old plants, including factories GM recently has slated for closure.

December 10, 2018
GovernmentBusinessTechnology

Managing Online Reviews: New Tools Help Fleets Safeguard Reputations

Truckers concerned about the havoc online reviews can wreak on their fortunes can take heart: The latest crop of online review software enables you to establish a powerful command center to monitor and influence your company鈥檚 reputation.

December 7, 2018
BusinessTechnologyEquipment

Sunsetting of Older Wireless Networks Will Force Fleets to Replace Hardware

Wireless service is changing, and so the trucking technologies that rely on it must change, too, vendors of communications and tracking systems said.

December 7, 2018
BusinessTechnologyEquipmentSafety

Awake and Aware

Distracted and drowsy driving creates risk for drivers as well as fleets, but various forms of technology can alert drivers to these hazards and enable fleets to tailor training to prevent future events.

December 7, 2018
BusinessTechnologySafety

Cybercrime: Yes, It Can Happen to Your Fleet

Cyberattacks have become one of the top risks facing U.S. businesses, and trucking and logistics companies are no exception. Despite the increasing sophistication of these attacks, it鈥檚 still tempting to dismiss the threat 鈥 to think it鈥檒l never happen to you. But the danger is very real and must be taken seriously by transportation firms of all sizes.

December 7, 2018
Technology

The Road Ahead for Blockchain

Blockchain is more than just a tech industry buzzword; it鈥檚 a digital tool that could transform how business is conducted in a variety of fields, including transportation. While its use in trucking has not gained widespread traction yet, behind-the-scenes developments are well underway to advance blockchain applications and governance.

December 7, 2018

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