J&M Tank Lines, a family-owned dry bulk carrier based in Birmingham, Ala., says it will deploy Netradyne’s Driver•i vision-based camera platform across its fleet through a new partnership with the fleet-safety technology provider.
“Technology like Driver•i is the future of the transportation industry,” said Harold Sumerford, Jr., CEO of J&M Tank Lines and 77th American Trucking Associations chairman. “It is an investment you have to make in the safety and well-being of your people as well as the general public. Our partnership with Netradyne is helping our drivers to be safer on the roadway and keep their skills sharp through the coaching that is available.”
“J&M Tank Lines takes great pride in its safety-first culture,” said Adam Kahn, president of fleet business for Netradyne. “By leveraging the AI technology from Driver•i, J&M Tank Lines is able to empower its drivers to make smarter decisions on the road, ultimately creating a safer environment for everyone.”
J&M, which also hauls foodgrade, liquid bulk, and plastic materials across the Southeast and beyond, also plans to use Netradyne’s optional inward-facing cameras to ensure the highest level of protection and safety, the companies said. Inward-facing cameras can detect and alert drivers about seatbelt use, drowsy driving, and distracted driving.
“Inward-facing cameras offer J&M Tank Lines the ability to truly live our core values through safety and to do our part in reducing the amount of distracted driving through partnerships with the Lutzie43 Foundation and NTTC’s Zero Distractions,” said Dave Edmondson, vice president of safety and compliance at J&M.
