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Transport Topics business coverage focuses on the financial, economic, and commercial aspects of the modern freight business. Looking at both the microeconomic and macroeconomic forces shaping bottom lines, the news in this category includes labor news, jobs reports, tonnage and sales indicators, operations analysis, money and banking, mergers, acquisitions, e-commerce, bankruptcy, insurance issues, and more.

Business, Logistics

Companies Partner on Route-Fleet Software

C2Logix Inc. and CD SRVS said they are combining their products to offer a single offering for route optimization and fleet communication.

August 29, 2011

EDI for Trucking: Everything You Need to Know

Discover the transformative power of EDI for Trucking with Truckbase. Learn how seamless EDI integrations enhance data accuracy, operational efficiency, and customer satisfaction for asset-based carriers.

Business

More Lenders Turn to Trucking as Housing Market Remains Weak

The housing market crash apparently has had at least one silver lining for trucking: It has brought more lenders into the truck financing market.

August 29, 2011
Business

Equipment Lessors’ Rental Business Grows as Fleets Replace Old Trucks, Test Equipment

Equipment-leasing and fleet-management firms said they are seeing a rise in demand for truck rentals as customers seek to replace aging vehicles and test new technology in response to improving business conditions.

August 29, 2011
Editorial, Business

Honoring Our Drivers

This year in Orlando, Fla., the National Truck Driving Championships produced another crop of deserving winners, fitting role models for the men and women who move America’s economy in their rigs every day of every year.

August 29, 2011
Business, Fuel

Interest in Natural Gas Truck Fuel Increases; Industry Observers Predict Rising Sales

Sales of natural-gas-powered trucks will grow faster than the rest of the North American market, hitting almost 30,000 units by 2017, consulting firm Frost & Sullivan said.

August 29, 2011
Business, Logistics

Roadrunner Agrees to Purchase Logistics Firm for $97.5 Million

Bidding to broaden its market reach, less-than-truckload hauler Roadrunner Transportation Systems Inc. has agreed to acquire Prime Logistics Corp., a food logistics firm that operates as Prime Distribution Services Inc., for about $97.5 million.

August 29, 2011
Business

Port Authority Sets Toll Jump for Trucks Crossing into NYC

Tolls for trucks entering New York City from New Jersey will more than double over the next five years, a larger increase than originally proposed.

August 29, 2011
Business, Technology

PeopleNet Executives Brief Customers, Outline Updated Back-Office Package

BOCA RATON, Fla. — PeopleNet’s short-term plans for new products, services and upgrades are not likely to change as a result of its recent acquisition by Trimble Navigation Ltd., executives told customers.

August 29, 2011
Business

Mica Said to Support Temporary Funding for Transportation When Congress Returns

Rep. John Mica (R-Fla.), chairman of the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee, will support a temporary extension of the nation’s current transportation plan when Congress returns to session next month, an aide said.

August 29, 2011
Business

Janine Valle Dies at 61; Was Vice President Of Pennsylvania Motor Truck Association

Janine Valle, vice president of the Pennsylvania Motor Truck Association, died Aug. 21 at the age of 61.

August 29, 2011