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    G&D Trucking/Hoffman Transportation
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    Hazmat/Safety

    Mentor material: Tolliver embraces role as industry ambassador

    Aug. 9, 2023
    G&D/Hoffman dry bulk hauler, NTTC’s 2022-23 Driver of the Year, discusses his love of the tank truck industry, and Hoffman in particular, what today's drivers want, and how he...
    Jason McDaniel │ Bulk Transporter
    Kim Beck, vice president of benefits consulting at Cottingham & Butler
    Fleet Management

    Tank/bulk segment using its advantages, report finds

    Aug. 7, 2023
    Driver compensation and benefits benchmark survey reveals general stability, slowing pay hikes than in previous years—and in trucking overall
    Jason McDaniel | Bulk Transporter
    Tank truck industry stakeholders, including for-hire carriers, private fleets, and segment suppliers, enjoyed a picturesque setting worthy of a fabulous selfie during National Tank Truck Carriers’ 2023 Annual Conference & Exhibits, which convened at the Encore Boston Harbor resort hotel in Everett, Massachusetts.
    What’s in Print

    NTTC delivers updates on branding, workforce development

    Aug. 4, 2023
    New industry campaign urging prospective drivers to ‘See yourself in a tank truck’ set for initial rollout Sept. 1 after sneak peak in Boston
    J&M Tank Lines
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    What’s in Print

    Reason to celebrate: Sumerford reflects on J&M’s 75th anniversary

    Aug. 2, 2023
    Past ATA, NTTC chairman talks Covid-19’s impact, current operating conditions—and the path to ensuring the family-owned and -operated tank truck carrier sticks around for another...
    BulkLoads
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    Fleet Management

    BulkLoads adds Reroute feature to TMS

    June 16, 2023
    New BulkLoads+ option allows users to adapt to route changes in real time, eliminating the need for time-consuming communication

    More content from JUNE/JULY 2023

    Peterbilt
    The Paccar TX-18 PRO transmission is available in Peterbilt models 579, 567, 589, 389, 367, and 365.
    Equipment

    Peterbilt bolsters TX-18 PRO off-road capability

    June 15, 2023
    New Off-Road Calibration and Rock-Free Mode systems for vocational applications available with select Paccar powertrains across a range of truck models
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    Cummins develops steel alloy to prolong engine life

    Working with Oak Ridge National Laboratory since 2018, Cummins has developed a new alloy it stated is stronger at high temperatures compared to the most commonly used commercial...
    Pulido Transport
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    Hazmat/Safety

    Pulido achieves Responsible Care Partner status

    June 14, 2023
    American Chemistry Council approves Houston-based hauler as the newest tank truck carrier in its safety and sustainability program
    Harnois Énergies
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    Green Trends

    Harnois Énergies initiates fleet decarbonization

    June 14, 2023
    Canadian fuel distributor reserves five Peterbilt 579 hydrogen fuel cell-powered trucks for delivery in early 2026
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    Fleet Management

    ‘Rolling recession’ in U.S. economy slows trucking’s recovery

    June 12, 2023
    With ‘pain’ hitting various manufacturing sectors—including those producing key bulk commodities—at different times, inflation is persistent, but ‘rollbacks’ are coming, ISM expert...
    Aperia Technologies
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    Technology

    Aperia launches Halo Drive

    June 8, 2023
    New tire pressure management mobile app for drivers, fleets simplifies pre-trip inspections
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    Green Trends

    Quantix joins Alliance to End Plastic Waste

    May 31, 2023
    Non-profit organization seeks to enhance waste management capacity and capability by improving collection, sorting, processing, and recycling systems
    Kinder Morgan
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    Hazmat/Safety

    Colonial, Kinder Morgan earn ILTA safety awards

    May 31, 2023
    International Liquid Terminals Association honors energy infrastructure companies’ terminal operations with 2023 Platinum Safety Awards during ILTA conference in Houston
    Moffitt Services
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    Technology

    Fuel distributor embraces digital operations

    May 26, 2023
    FleetPanda helps Moffitt Services ‘revolutionize’ operational efficiency across four business segments with its unified dispatch platform
    Jason McDaniel | Bulk Transporter
    Brent Bergevin, executive vice president of transportation for Love's, reacts to Gemini Motor Transport's private-fleets win in NTTC's 2022 North American Safety Contest on Tuesday at the Encore Boston Harbor hotel in Everett, Massachusetts.
    Fleet Management

    Gemini interrupts Canadian sweep, claims NTTC’s first private-fleet championship

    May 24, 2023
    Tandet Group and Harmac Transportation secure tank truck association’s for-hire carrier awards, while Love's fuel hauler represents U.S.-based companies in 2022 North American...
    Jason McDaniel | Bulk Transporter
    Hoffman Transportation driver Kenneth Tolliver waves to the crowd after earning the title of NTTC's 2022-23 Professional Tank Truck Driver of the Year on May 22 in Everett, Massachusetts.
    Fleet Management

    A life worth living: Tolliver takes top tank trucker title

    May 23, 2023
    Dry bulk hauler emerges as NTTC’s 2022-23 Professional Tank Truck Driver of the Year, making G&D Trucking/Hoffman Transportation the first carrier with two grand champions
    Pilot Company
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    Technology

    Dynamic development: Pilot tests advance smart tanker utility

    May 22, 2023
    Petroleum hauler extending tire life, increasing payloads—and saving money—with EnTrans’ TankAI system powered by Drōv’s AirBoxOne
    Coxreels
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    Equipment

    Coxreels improves vacuum series options

    May 19, 2023
    Newly expanded V-100 product line now includes 1¼-in. vacuum hose reels with 12-in. discs
    Transport Sylvain Lasalle
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    Fleet Management

    Trimac absorbs Canadian propane hauler

    May 18, 2023
    Acquisition of Transport Sylvain Lasalle, Trimac’s second pickup this year, includes 28 tractors, 30 tank trailers based in Joliette and St. Hyacinthe, Quebec
    Eagle Transport
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    Fleet Management

    Eagle Transport acquires dry bulk carrier

    May 17, 2023
    Acquisition of Bulk Carriers, Inc., in Dalton, Georgia, includes 22 tractors, 34 pneumatic tank trailers, 18 employees
    Gasology
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    Green Trends

    Gasology adds carbon offsets to fuel marketplace

    May 15, 2023
    Startup’s unique technology now allows fleets to pursue sustainability while buying fuel for any period of time
    Phoenix Oil
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    Fleet Management

    Adams subsidiary to build processing facility

    May 11, 2023
    Phoenix Oil’s new Dayton, Texas, location on the east side of Houston will include a rail spur, product storage, and a truck rack
    Jason McDaniel | Bulk Transporter
    Carbon Express founder Steve Rush, center, talks to Darron Eschle, Andrews Logistics chairman and CEO, at right, during the 2022 National Tank Truck Carriers Annual Conference in San Diego, Calif.
    Regulations

    Rush joins FMCSA’s fight against ‘predatory’ leasing practices

    May 3, 2023
    Carbon Express founder, past National Tank Truck Carriers chairman joins newly appointed nine-member Truck Leasing Task Force
    Wabash
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    Hazmat/Safety

    TTMA honors Wabash tank operations

    May 1, 2023
    Manufacturer’s tank trailer facilities in Fond du Lac and New Lisbon, Wisconsin earn 2022 Plant Safety Awards from the Truck Trailer Manufacturers Association
    EnTrans International
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    Cargo Tanks/Trailers

    EnTrans’ Juarez plant snares 2022 Plant Safety Award

    April 28, 2023
    Truck Trailer Manufacturers Association recognizes OEM’s trailer operations in Mexico with top safety honor for second consecutive year
    Solar Transport
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    Fleet Management

    Solar Transport changing owners as part of C-store acquisition

    April 25, 2023
    Family-owned Krause Group agrees to sell Solar, Kum & Go convenience store chain to Maverik and its parent, FJ Management, in Midwest shakeup
    OPW
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    Equipment

    OPW evolves traditional coupler union

    April 5, 2023
    Newly launched quick-connect Stop-Lok Multi-Application Coupler provides a tight seal with no tools required
    Heniff Logistics
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    Fleet Management

    Heniff Logistics launches interactive website

    April 5, 2023
    Newly established HeniffLogistics.com to offer technology-enabled multimodal brokerage options for shippers across entire supply chain
    Western Global
    The Top Tote can be attached to the top of a TransCube Global fuel tank for a convenient, 2-in-1 diesel and DEF solution.
    Equipment

    Western Global expands DEF storage solutions

    April 3, 2023
    Portable tank manufacturer ‘reinvents’ diesel exhaust fluid containment with commercially available universal design
    Stemco
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    Equipment

    Stemco debuts new axle fastener

    March 29, 2023
    Auto-Torq, the company’s latest wheel-end solution, designed to improve safety and efficiency in the installation process
    Link Mfg.
    Link Manufacturing's H01502UNC Zero Pressure Dump Valve for all makes of truck and trailer applications.
    Equipment

    Link adds all-makes valves for trucks, trailers

    March 20, 2023
    New OE replacement 1500 Series height control valves designed to save time, money for fleets, distributors, and anyone else who buys parts
    IWS
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    Fleet Management

    Space City expands fleet equipment, services

    March 20, 2023
    Houston-based bulk hauler adds bulk rental and transportation services division of IWS in third acquisition in two years