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DOT Grants Millions for Rail Line Relocation Projects

March 05, 2012

U.S. Transportation Secretary LaHood announces $17 million for rail line relocation projects across the U.S.


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DOT Bans Handheld Cell Phones

January 05, 2012
The U.S. Dept. of Transportation’s Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) and Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration (PHMSA) have handed down a new joint rule prohibiting interstate truck and bus drivers from using handheld mobile phones while driving.
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Now is the Time to Stand Up for Our Shippers

October 05, 2011
In last month’s edition of World Trade 100, I discussed two crucial advocacy issues that have recently been considered by NASSTRAC, including modifications to pre-existing rules regarding drivers’ service hours and truck size and weight limitations (SHIPA).
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Hi-Tech Transportation

May 02, 2011
Technology continues to transform basic functions and optimize operations.
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Shipping Dangerous Goods

September 08, 2010
Complex regulations from multi-governing agencies complicate hazardous chemicals transportation.
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Regulatory Update: Transportation, the Environment, and Shipper Choices

July 31, 2010

Political leaders don’t fully appreciate trucking’s role in transportation.


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Extreme Logistics

Extreme Logistics profiles the various ways that specialized cargo is transported around the world under demanding time, temperature, and handling requirements.

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The Growth of Canadian e-Commerce and Logistics to Canada

The growth of Canadian e-commerce and logistics to Canada is on the rise with online Canadian purchases from U.S. retailers expected to jump to $31 billion (CAD) by 2015. U.S. retailers with an e-commerce platform need to identify a solid Canadian supply chain now to maximize revenue later. Learn from the Canadian logistics experts how your business can be successful at transporting your goods across the border into Canada.

Presented by: Purolater

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Fabulous 50 + One

Poll Some common themes emerged in the World Trade 100’s “Fabulous 50 + One,” appearing in print this June. Which do you rank as most significant?
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World-Class Warehousing and Material Handling, 1st Edition

Filled with proven operational solutions, it will guide managers as they develop a warehouse master plan, one designed to minimize the effects of supply chain inefficiencies as it improves logistics accuracy and inventory management - and reduces overall warehousing expense.

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Clear Seas Research

Clear Seas ResearchWith access to over one million professionals and more than 60 industry-specific publications,Clear Seas Research offers relevant insights from those who know your industry best. Let us customize a market research solution that exceeds your marketing goals.

Smoother Moves Calculator

Pacer Smoother Moves CalculatorPacer has designed a unique and easy-to-use tool to help you determine the potential dollar savings and carbon emission reductions generated by using Pacer intermodal services versus trucking.

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