MercuryGate

JUNE 2, 2022

More shipping fleet managers seek automated fleet management solutions to streamline the process and escape the common lose-lose situation. Improving productivity, maximizing trucking capacity utilization, and keeping private fleets in top shape are essential to continual growth and recovery.

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Fleet Owner

MAY 14, 2019

With all the technological advancements, regulatory changes, driver and technician shortages, how can private fleets keep up with their transportation needs while also focusing on their primary businesses?

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Transportation 102

Talking Logistics

MARCH 12, 2019

While there is currently considerable investment and effort to add capacity to the market, there’s also a lot of wasted capacity such as empty private fleet backhauls. The issue is how can other shippers get access to this and other large private fleets to leverage their empty backhaul capacity.”.

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Capacity Logistics Network Optimization Software Sourcing Strategies Availability 76

Fleet Owner

OCTOBER 24, 2018

Private fleets seeking more safety technologies are on the rise over the past year, according to the NPTC, such as in-cab cameras, adaptive cruise control, collision warning, and lane departure technologies.

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Penske Move Ahead

NOVEMBER 15, 2021

The National Private Truck Council 2021 Benchmarking Survey Report provides fleets with new industry standards to evaluate performance and identify opportunities for improvement. Fleet operators need real-time data to make informed decisions about their business. "The Those folks stuck right in that core business.

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Fleet Owner

OCTOBER 23, 2018

Better pay, better safety scores and more technologically advanced equipment — thanks to more leasing than in the past — help private fleets keep drivers longer.

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Fleet Owner

OCTOBER 22, 2018

Other than having to deal with the driver shortage, private trucking fleets are positioned for another solid year.

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Trucking 97

Coyote

FEBRUARY 12, 2021

Learn the difference between private fleet and dedicated fleets, why shippers use each, and how 3PLs can help.

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Trucking 52

Logistics Viewpoints

JULY 2, 2019

Here are the pros and cons of investing in a fleet of vehicles and hiring operators to drive them, versus relying on third parties to manage your freight, logistics, and transportation. The post Transportation Trends: The Pros and Cons of Running a Private Fleet appeared first on Logistics Viewpoints.

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Trends Transportation Supply Chains Capacity 61

PINC

JUNE 18, 2019

Here are the pros and cons of investing in a fleet of vehicles and hiring operators to drive them, versus relying on third parties to manage your freight, logistics, and transportation. So, rather than depending on a carrier to move their freight, companies invest in vehicles, drivers, and everything else needed to run a dedicated fleet.

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Trends Transportation Purchasing Skills Expense Reduction 49

Fleet Owner

MAY 1, 2018

The obstacles are enormous for every company that operates its own private fleet. There are a growing number of complex regulations to follow and a shortage of qualified drivers. At the same time, operating and insurance costs are increasing, and the

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The Logistics of Logistics

JANUARY 10, 2024

Michael has 20 years of experience in leadership and advisory roles in corporate development, sales, brokerage, managed services, technology, and fleet operations. Customers can identify the right carrier for every load and be warned of negative indicators from public and private data sources.

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Supply Chain Brain

MARCH 10, 2024

All retailers, even those with private fleets, should consider multiple delivery-carrier scenarios for last-mile success, says Bill Catania, chief executive officer and founder of OneRail.

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West Coast and California Logistics

AUGUST 22, 2019

Is it best to go-it-alone and handle your own transportation through a private fleet? For companies of a certain size, there’s an age-old debate over how to best handle transportation services. Or, it is better to partner with a third-party logistics (3PL) provider that offers dedicated transportation services?

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Transportation 3PL Handling Article 48

Fleet Owner

APRIL 26, 2018

“People will rally to a cause to help out their fellow human beings. This time [Hurricane Harvey], maybe more so than ever before.” Scott McClelland, president, Houston Division of H-E-B

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Paragon

JUNE 9, 2020

The post How Can I Ensure On-Time Delivery for My Private Fleet? appeared first on Paragon Routing.

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Operations 40

Fleet Owner

APRIL 6, 2022

Two finalists and the overall winning fleet will be announced on stage at NPTC's annual conference in Cincinnati on April 12.

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Conference Operations 68

The Logistics of Logistics

SEPTEMBER 2, 2022

Ben serves as CEO for Ruan Transportation Management Systems , one of the largest privately-held logistics firms in the U.S. Benjamin McLean serves as CEO for Ruan Transportation Management Systems , one of the largest privately-held logistics firms in the United States. On-site managers to direct fleets and drivers.

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The Logistics of Logistics

AUGUST 4, 2023

About Jarrett Jarrett is a privately held, family-owned company founded in 1999 in Orrville, Ohio, where the company headquarters are today. As a leading multimodal 3PL, Jarrett provides transportation, logistics, warehousing, and fleet services for customers throughout North America.

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Logistics Network Optimization Software Negotiating Skills Supply Chain Software Logistics 331

247 Customs Broker

JULY 2, 2019

Note: Today’s post is part of our “Editor’s Choice” series where we highlight recent posts published by our sponsors that provide supply chain insights and… The post Transportation Trends: The Pros and Cons of Running a Private Fleet appeared first on 24/7 Customs Broker News.

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Trends Transportation Supply Chains Freight 28

The Logistics of Logistics

SEPTEMBER 9, 2022

Prior to Haul, Tim advised some of the fastest venture backed startups in logistics and freight tech tackling fleet management system, the transportation management system and freight brokerage model in the US, EU and India. Simultaneously, Haul meets the needs of fleet operators who rely on skilled drivers to keep the U.S.

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Women in Trucking

JANUARY 10, 2024

Today, private and for-hire fleets have a number of alternatives to diesel—ranging from battery electric and catenary electric (powered by overhead or underground wires) to hybrid electric and alternative fuels.

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Magazine 81

NGT News

APRIL 15, 2024

Livingston Energy Group, a Lynkwell company, has been awarded a New York State Office of General Services (OGS) statewide procurement contract for public, private and fleet electric vehicle charging infrastructure.

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Groups Procurement 52

NGT News

APRIL 28, 2023

The California Air Resources Board (CARB) has approved the Advanced Clean Fleets rule, which will require a transition to zero-emission medium- and heavy-duty vehicles, including an end to combustion truck sales in 2036.

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NGT News

FEBRUARY 27, 2024

Voltera, a developer, owner and operator of charging and refueling infrastructure for zero-emission vehicle (ZEV) fleets, has secured 19 new ZEV infrastructure development sites since it spun out of EdgeConneX in August 2022.

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Penske Move Ahead

JANUARY 14, 2019

The amount of freight needing to be hauled continues to grow, leaving a positive outlook for private fleets into the next five to 10 years. As detailed in the National Private Truck Council’s (NPTC) most recent Benchmarking Survey Report , private fleets expect to add more equipment to keep pace with the rising amount of freight.

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Fleet Owner

APRIL 17, 2019

The 2nd largest private fleet in the U.S. receives Fleet Owner Private Fleet of the Year Award Sponsored by Great Dane for its commitment to sustainability, new technology and charity.

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Fleet Owner

FEBRUARY 21, 2022

For every myth about running a private fleet, there is a corresponding reality of how dedicated contract carriage can step in and perform just as well as the private fleet. Find out which myths have been busted.

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NGT News

AUGUST 23, 2022

New York fleet managers recently presented plans to electrify 285 fleet vehicles during the final workshop of a pilot program led by CLEAResult, New York State Electric & Gas (NYSEG), and Rochester Gas and Electric (RG&E).

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NGT News

SEPTEMBER 1, 2022

The California Air Resources Board (CARB) has opened the Innovative Small E-Fleet (ISEF) $25 million set-aside within the state’s Hybrid and Zero-Emission Truck and Bus Voucher Incentive Project (HVIP). Privately owned and nonprofit trucking […]. Privately owned and nonprofit trucking […].

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Trucking 98

Logistics Management

SEPTEMBER 11, 2020

GlobalTranz said that Pop-Up Fleets is geared towards high-volume shippers and shippers with private fleets needing supplemental capacity and whose customers have high service requirements, short lead times and strict on-time delivery requirements.

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Kane is Able

MAY 27, 2021

About 53% of all carriers are private carriers, for a total in the U.S. Close to 70% of outbound freight moves on private fleet trucks. of about 620,000 registered carriers, according to the ATA.

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Fleet Owner

MARCH 4, 2022

Sneak peek into the last edition of Five Good Things: Cargo Transporters reveals largest driver pay increase in company history, last day for Private Fleet of the Year award nominations, Shaquille O'Neal donates a Mercedes van to family in need, and more.

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Trucking Cargo Transportation 110

Fleet Owner

AUGUST 23, 2022

McLane company, one of the nation's largest private fleets, will incorporate three Volvo VNR electric trucks into its operations. The battery-electric Class 8s will deliver goods to grocery stores in the Los Angeles metro area.

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NGT News

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

Snyder Bus Lines LLC, a Pennsylvania-based transportation company offering private charters and serving school districts in Bedford, Fulton and Somerset counties, says it will be adding more propane autogas school buses to its existing fleet of alt-fuel vehicles.

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Transportation 52

Overdrive Online

JANUARY 20, 2022

As for-hire trainers around the nation continue to pop up in FMCSA's new registry and adjust processes to fit the new rule, among "private" providers is one small fleet whose old-school apprenticeship approach will thrive even with new regs.

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NGT News

NOVEMBER 17, 2021

an owner, operator and provider of electric vehicle (EV) charging equipment and services, has appointed Amy Dobrikova as vice president of fleet solutions. The appointment of Dobrikova signals the company’s focus on expanding its product line and services to better serve public and private fleets. Blink Charging Co.,

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