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JACKSONVILLE, Fla., Jan. 3, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- (NASDAQ-LSTR) Landstar System, Inc., a non-asset based provider of integrated supply chain solutions delivering safe, specialized transportation and logistics services, today announced the end of its decade-long litigation with the Owner-Operator Independent Drivers Association, Inc. ("OOIDA"). At issue in the case was Landstar's compliance with federal regulations that govern the leasing relationship between motor carriers and truck...
SUNNYVALE, Calif., Jan. 3, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Trimble (NASDAQ: TRMB) announced today that it has acquired privately-held ALK Technologies Inc. of Princeton, NJ, a global leader in routing, mapping, mileage and navigation technologies. ALK Technologies offers proprietary routing and international map-based solutions for transportation, logistics and mobile workforces. The addition of ALK® is expected to extend and complement Trimble's Transportation and Logistics product...
[193 Pages Report] Smart Transportation Market research report analyses global adoption trends, evolving platforms and driving forces across four geographies. (PRWEB) December 29, 2012 According to a new market research report, "Smart Transportation Market - by Solutions (Ticketing Management, Parking Management, Passenger Information, Traffic Management), Services (Traditional, Advanced, Software) Worldwide Analysis and Forecasts (2012 - 2018)"published by MarketsandMarkets,...
Limousine rentals can offer safe travel during New Year's Eve when the risks of driving are higher than normal. Price 4 Limo has limousines and party buses available to take the responsibility of safe transportation. (PRWEB) December 26, 2012 The dangers of drinking and driving aren't limited to holidays (approximately 16,000 people die annually in alcohol-related accidents), but the odds definitely increase when so many people are celebrating publicly and then attempt to navigate...
WARREN, Mich., Dec. 21, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Universal Truckload Services, Inc. (NASDAQ: UACL) announced today that its Board of Directors has appointed H.E. "Scott" Wolfe as Chief Executive Officer and David Crittenden as Chief Financial Officer. Don Cochran, Universal's previous CEO, has been selected as Vice Chairman. He retains his responsibilities as Universal's President. Bob Sigler, Universal's previous CFO, will serve as Executive Vice President. The announcement follows...
ATLANTA, Dec. 14, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Through 25 years of irrigating Pennsylvania landscapes, Rainmaker Irrigation knows the secret to a healthy lawn: A precise balance of water flow, sprinkler positioning and timing, and a myriad of other operational considerations. The company has also come to understand that successfully growing a service business requires similar care and handling of their service fleet. (Logo: http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20120723/CL44954LOGO ) In...
NEW YORK, Dec. 13, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- PwC US announced today the appointment of Jonathan Kletzel as the new Transportation and Logistics (T&L) leader within the firm's U.S. Industrial Products practice, effective immediately. In his new role, Kletzel is responsible for delivering various business and technology services to the airline, railroad, trucking and shipping industries. Based in Chicago, Kletzel will leverage his industry experience in travel and transportation to help...
SEVILLE, Ohio, Dec. 11, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Panther Expedite, the global leader of Premium Logistics® specializing in time-sensitive and high-value freight announces the launch of their Fill the Truck fundraiser on behalf of Toys for Tots. Partnering with local Marine Corps League #569, this annual event features Panther C.E.O. Andy Clarke driving a donated straight truck to move client cargo with all proceeds from the transportation donated to Toys for Tots. (Logo:...
DALLAS, December 11, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- According to a new market research report, "Smart Transportation Market - by Solutions (Ticketing Management, Parking Management, Passenger Information, Traffic Management), Services (Traditional, Advanced, Software) Worldwide Analysis and Forecasts (2012 - 2018)"published by MarketsandMarkets, the Smart Transportation market expected to reach more than $102.31 billion by 2018, at a CAGR of 23.6%. Browse 97 market data tables...
JACKSONVILLE, Fla., Dec. 6, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- Landstar System, Inc. (NASDAQ: LSTR), a non-asset based provider of integrated supply chain solutions delivering safe, specialized transportation and logistics services, announced that its Board of Directors has declared a dividend of $0.50 per share to holders of its common stock. Landstar stated that this dividend is intended to accelerate payment to December 2012 of its anticipated quarterly dividend payments that otherwise may have...
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Warm Air Advection: this is defined by the process of warm air flowing northward towards the colder air replacing it with warmer air. An example would be as follows. Advection is defined as the horizontal or vertical transportation of air. 8AM - South Dakota Temp 66F Winds Southwest 12mph. 8AM - Oklahoma Temp 82F Winds Southwest 20mph. Now at 1PM the warm air has moved in as the Southwest winds have pushed it northward so the new temps are as follow. South Dakota 80F - Oklahoma...
