Latest News Updates From Noël Fletcher

Government, Business, Logistics

Arizona City Gifts Land for New Cross-Border Trucking Port

The existing port — which is 5 miles away and expanded 27 years ago from the original one built in 1933 — can no longer handle today’s traffic and commercial vehicle inspection demands.

December 10, 2024
Government, Business, Logistics

RXO Invests $13.7 Million to Expand in North Carolina

North Carolina Gov. Roy Cooper and other state officials announced a $13.7 million expansion by RXO in its Ballantyne operations to add 216 jobs over the coming years.

December 9, 2024
Government, Business, Technology, Safety

US Agencies Issue Guide to Thwart Cyberthreats From China

Guide recommendations will help network engineers and security personnel strengthen visibility and harden network devices against bad actors affiliated with China.

December 6, 2024
Government, Equipment, Logistics

MARAD Awards $4.85M to Improve Cargo Flow on Marine Highways

USDOT's Maritime Administration has awarded $4.85 million in grants to fund several marine highway projects including new cargo-handling equipment in Louisiana and Washington.

December 4, 2024
Government, Business, Fuel

Rising Fuel Taxes to Hit Three States; California Warned

While no specific tax increase is taking effect in California, at least two state lawmakers are raising alarm about a set of regulatory and business circumstances that could send pricing soaring.

December 2, 2024
Equipment, Safety, Logistics

Capitol Christmas Tree Arrives in Washington From Alaska

A massive spruce from an Alaskan forest, chosen to be the Capitol Christmas Tree, arrived in Washington on a new flatbed trailer, accompanied by two veteran truckers from Lynden Transport.

November 26, 2024
Government, Business

MARAD Awards $580M Grants to Ports for Supply Chain Projects

USDOT's Maritime Administration announced $580 million in port grants for 31 projects across 15 states that incorporate multimodal improvements for the transportation of goods.

November 21, 2024
Government, Business, Fuel

Biofuel Groups Ask Congress to Extend Expiring Tax Credit

Soybean farmers in seven states are asking Congress to extend current biodiesel and renewable diesel tax credits due to a lack of clarity on a set of new rules ready to take effect in January.

November 21, 2024
Government, Business, Safety

New Drug & Alcohol Clearinghouse Regulations Take Effect

The DOT has new requirements for workplace drug and alcohol test procedures, plus another forcing states to check truck driver records in its Drug & Alcohol Clearinghouse.

November 20, 2024
Government, Business, Logistics

Nebraska Finishes US 275 Section on Eastern Freight Route

The Nebraska Department of Transportation has been working to improve the U.S. 275 corridor in segments for many years. So far, about 70% has been completed, according to NDOT.

November 19, 2024