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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.

Business, Technology, Equipment, Safety

Landstar’s 2Q Income Declines

Truckload carrier Landstar System said late Wednesday its second-quarter net income fell to $17.9 million, or 35 cents a share, from $29.8 million, or 56 cents, a year ago.

July 16, 2009
Business, Technology, Fuel

Navistar Says Final 2010 Engine Testing on Track

Navistar International Corp. said Monday that it is on track with final testing of its exhaust gas recirculation MaxxForce engines to meet 2010 emissions standards.

July 13, 2009
Business, Technology, Equipment, Safety, Logistics

Quiet Logistics Expands Kiva System Capacity

Third-party logistics firm Quiet Logistics has tripled the capacity in its Kiva Mobile Fulfillment System in less than six months, Kiva said.

July 7, 2009
Business, Safety, Government, Technology, Equipment

Landstar Buys Two Supply Chain Companies

Landstar System said it has purchased two Michigan-based supply chain transportation firms that focus on transportation technology systems.

July 2, 2009
Business, Safety, Technology, Logistics

Brokers, 3PLs Gaining Share as Recession Spurs Competition

Freight brokers and other third-party logistics providers say their non-asset-based models are helping them to steadily gain market share during the ongoing recession.

June 29, 2009
Business, Government, Technology, Equipment, Safety, Logistics

Ryder Earns 3PL Cross-Border Security Certification

Ryder System said it has been certified as a third-party logistics provider in the Custom-Trade Partnership Against Terrorism program, an initiative that seeks to promote supply chain security and reduce border vulnerabilities.

June 24, 2009
Business, Technology, Government, Logistics

3PL Leans on iPhone App to Eliminate Paper Bills

D.W. Morgan, a third-party logistics and supply chain consulting firm, has developed an iPhone application that the company said has helped it eliminate paper bills.

June 23, 2009
Business, Technology

Atlas Buys Self-Service Moving Company

Atlas World Group said it has purchased the assets of self-service moving company Smart Move Inc.

June 22, 2009
Business, Government, Safety, Fuel, Equipment, Technology

EGR vs. SCR Battle Also Rages in Truck Classes 3-7 for 2010

Diesel emission standards change again in January 2010, but unlike the previous modifications when all manufacturers used essentially the same emission-controlling technology, medium-duty truck buyers next year will have a choice of competing systems.

June 22, 2009
Government, Business, Safety, Technology, Equipment

Obama, House Panel Spar Over Highway Plan

WASHINGTON — Setting up what could be a major confrontation between Congress and the White House over transportation policy, a key House committee unveiled a $500 billion blueprint to remake the U.S. transport system, while on the same day the administration instead proposed extending the current plan for 18 months.

June 22, 2009