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Barr-Nunn Driver Reaches 2.5 Million Safe Miles

Granger, IA – December 29, 2008 – Barr-Nunn Transportation announced today driver Keith Badtram reached a safety milestone of 2.5 million miles.

When contacted about this Mr. Badtram was very proud of his achievement and said “that lots of things can go wrong on the road, but the trick is to stay on top of your game and be the best driver you can be.” He also credited his Barr Nun dispatcher as another factor in reaching such an achievement, because Mr. Badtram says... more news

Melton Truck Lines, Inc. Wins Quest for Quality Award for Fourth Consecutive Year

TULSA, Okla – August 20, 2008 - Melton Truck Lines, a premier air-ride flatbed carrier based in Tulsa, OK, was recently named a recipient of Logistics Management magazine’s Quest for Quality Award for the fourth consecutive year. The award is presented to companies in the logistics and transportation industry based on their outstanding customer service and operational performance. ..more news

Melton Truck Lines, Inc. brings Flagship Tulsa home

TULSA, Okla – August 27, 2008 - Melton Truck Lines, a premier air-ride flatbed carrier based in Tulsa, OK, donated their services to bring the 1939 Douglas DC-3 passenger plane known as “Flagship Tulsa” home to Tulsa. The plane was part of American Airline’s fleet until 1949. The Tulsa Air and Space Museum plans to restore the plane to its original glory. For the past 14 years the plane has been sitting at Basler Turbo Conversions in Oshkosh, WI..more news

Marten Transport, Ltd. Recognizes September Drivers of the Month

(Mondovi, Wis.) - Marten Transport recently announced their Drivers of the Month for September 2008. The company proudly recognizes the following professional drivers for their commitment to operating safely and congratulates them on their outstanding effort...more news

Watkins and Shepard Trucking – US EPA SmartWay Environmental Excellence Award Recipient

Release date: 10/7/2008 - Watkins and Shepard Trucking received an Environmental Excellence Award from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency SmartWaySM Transport Partnership for its leadership in conserving energy and lowering greenhouse gas emissions from its transportation and freight activities. Watkins and Shepard Trucking adopted several fuel-saving technologies, purchased newer, more efficient equipment, and developed strategies and driver incentive programs that function in synergy to save fuel, reduce carbon dioxide emissions, and generate saving..more news

USA TRUCK ANNOUNCES 3RD QUARTER EARNINGS INCREASE

VAN BUREN, ARKANSAS (October 22, 2008) - Truck, Inc. (NASDAQ:USAK) announced today a base revenue of $103.7 million for the three months ended September 30, 2008, an increase of 4.4% from the same quarter of 2007. Net income increased from $16 thousand for the quarter ended September 30, 2007 to $2.4 million for the same quarter of 2008. Diluted earnings per share increased to $0.23, net of a one-time adjustment of $0.02 per share for a non-operating asset impairment charge, for the quarter ended September 30, 2008 from $0.00 for the same quarter of 2007. ..more news

Truckload Carriers Association Recognizes Unisource Driver
Lenny Roach as a Highway Angel

Ignoring a wind chill of -20, Roach plunged into freezing cold water to pull victim to safety

(Alexandria, Va.) - The Truckload Carriers Association (TCA) has recognized truck driver Leonard T. "Lenny" Roach of Villa Park, Ill., as a Highway Angel for pulling a motorist out of a car filling with water despite the risks to his own life...more news

ACT Wins EPA SmartWay Award

(Kansas City, Mo.) Oct. 13, 2008 - American Central Transport, Inc. (ACT) announced today that it has been recognized by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) SmartWaySM Transport Partnership with the 2008 SmartWay Excellence Award.

Each year, the U.S. EPA SmartWay Transport program recognizes those Partners' special achievements that significantly reduce the environmental impacts of the freight sector. The award honors organizations that integrate innovative strategies and technologies into their business operations resulting in reduced energy consumption and greenhouse gas emissions. The award recipients are recognized for environmental excellence, recruiting effectiveness, promotional efforts, innovation and creativity. ..more news

Marten Transport Raises Settlement Rates

Marten Transport, which has charted outstanding growth this year, has announced another advantage for owner operators - even higher settlement rates. Starting Nov. 1, 2008, Marten will raise settlement rates by two cents per mile across the board to its already excellent graduated scale.

"Being able to increase our settlement rate at this time and offer consistent freight and miles is evidence of Marten's stability and long-term planning," says Tim Norlin, Director of Recruiting. "Clearly, Marten Transport is an excellent partner for owner operators. Now, with increased earnings and regional runs possible in the very near future, there's no better time to come here...more news

Barr-Nunn Raises Pay for Company Team Drivers

Granger, IA - September 2, 2008 - Barr-Nunn Transportation, a leader in the industry, is proud to announce yet another outstanding recognition of the hard work its drivers put forth.

Barr-Nunn is raising the cap for Company Team drivers from 46 cents per practical mile to 47 cents per practical mile. In addition Company Team drivers will now earn Guaranteed Appreciation Bonuses of $7400 or $9800 for every 240,000 paid miles. This bonus pays $925 or $1225 each driver every 60,000 paid miles driven. This bonus money is above and beyond all other pay earned and there are no safety qualifiers associated...more news

The Truckload Carriers Association (TCA) has recognized truck driver Malcolm Coston of Mebane, N.C.

According to a letter of gratitude written by Yvonne De La Rosa Thayer, the daughter of the two people Coston helped, her parents were traveling from Ind. to Denver when the driver's side rear tire blew. more news

LEADING TRANSPORTATION COMPANY GOING GREEN

Anderson Trucking Service, Inc. Launches EcoSolutions Website

St. Cloud, Minn. — September 2, 2008 — Anderson Trucking Service (ATS) has launched a new EcoSolutions initiative. This effort is designed to inform the public and educate their employees about initiatives being taken throughout the company to address pressing environmental challenges such as climate change and waste production...more news

Barr-Nunn and Danny O’Quinn to race at Richmond Int'l Raceway on September 5th

Richmond, VA – September 2, 2008 – Barr-Nunn Transportation is pleased to announce its next sponsored race with Mac Hill Motorsports for the 2008 NASCAR season. Danny O’Quinn will be driving the #56 Barr-Nunn Chevrolet car at the Nationwide Series Emerson Radio 250 on September 5th at the Richmond International Raceway.

Barr-Nunn company driver Eric Blacker and Barr-Nunn Owner Operator Alan Cremeans will be at the race to witness the speed and excitement from the pits, each with a guest. Both drivers earned these passes due to their on-time delivery performance and overall safety rating with the company....more news

Highway Angel To Be Honored During Roady's Humanitarian Bowl Angel Program Will Receive Unprecedented ExposureWhen Game Is Broadcast On ESPN

Alexandria, Virginia - The Truckload Carriers Association's (TCA) Highway Angel program, a positive trucking image campaign targeted at the general public, will soar to new heights of public recognition on Tuesday, December 30, 2008, when a special Highway Angel will be honored during Roady's Humanitarian Bowl football game at Boise State University's Bronco Stadium in Boise, Idaho....more news

Air Liquide: Strong Growth in Revenue and Profit

Air Liquide's Board of Directors, chaired by Benoît Potier, Chairman and CEO, met on 1st August 2008 and reviewed financial statements for the first half of 2008. 1st half 2008 Group revenue reached 6,370 million, up +13.2% on the previous year (+16.7% at constant exchange rates).....more news

DECKER NAMES SEPTEMBER 2008 DRIVERS OF THE MONTH

Fort Dodge, Iowa (October 3, 2008) - Decker Truck Line, Inc. is pleased to announce that Carl Vettel was selected as the September 2008 driver of the month for the Reefer/Van Division. Carl and his wife Trina live in Hampton, IA. They have two sons: Adam, a junior at Iowa State University majoring in biology; and David, a freshman at Central College in Oskaloosa, Iowa, majoring in mathematics. The Vettels enjoy camping and riding motorcycles in their spare time.....more news

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