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ATS Logistics Launches Advanced Web Tools For Its Customers

St. Cloud, MN, February 05, 2007 – ATS Logistics Services Inc. (ATSLSI), a division of Anderson Trucking Service Inc. (ATS), announced today that Load Tracking and Image Retrieval are now available for all of its customers. more

Barr-Nunn Selects New Driver Advisory Council

Granger, IA- February 23, 2007- Barr-Nunn Transportation is a widely acclaimed provider of highest quality transportation and logistics services. Since their inception in 1982, they have been the industry leader in pay packages and have grown to a fleet of nearly 675 tractors, 1,800 trailers and over 500 customers nationwide. Their large customer base and ability to efficiently meet the needs of shippers across the country have made them not just a stable operation, but one that is here for the long haul. It is also an organization that is poised for strategic growth. Barr-Nunn, strives for Owner Operators and Company Drivers to be happy. The Company is constantly working to come up with new ways to prove to drivers how much it values them. more

CTL, CCC TRANSPORTATION JOIN RIDGE CAREER CENTER FOR CLASSES IN FUTURE TRUCK DRIVING OCCUPATIONS

Auburndale, Fla. (March 8, 2007) — Trucking companies CTL Transportation, LLC, and CCC Transportation, LLC, together with the Ridge Career Center in Winter Haven, Fla., have begun a partnership to train students interested in obtaining a Class A commercial driver’s license. The program will insure students’ future employment in the trucking business. more

For Second Consecutive Year, Celadon Selected Among ‘Best Places to Work in Indiana’

INDIANAPOLIS – For the second consecutive year, INDIANAPOLIS – For the second consecutive year, Celadon Trucking Services (a wholly-owned subsidiary of Celadon Group, Nasdaq: CLDN) more

CTL Presents February 2007 Bull Dog Award To Tank Wash Supervisor

Mulberry, FL — CTL Transportation, LLC is pleased to announce that Harvey James, professional tank wash technician of the company’s Mulberry, Florida, Tank Wash, is the winner of the February 2007 Bull Dog Award. The Bull Dog Award, which is presented to acknowledge an employee’s character, integrity, performance or improvement in performance, is the most prestigious honor recognized at CTL. more

CTL Announces Winner of the January 2007 Bull Dog Award

Mulberry, FL — CTL Transportation, LLC is pleased to present the first monthly Bull Dog Award of 2007 to Mr. Loyd Harrell, professional tank truck driver of the company’s East St. Louis, Illinois, terminal. The Bull Dog Award, which is presented to acknowledge an employee’s character, integrity, performance or improvement in performance, is the most prestigious honor recognized at CTL. more

DOT Attorney Applauds Handling of Troha Taxes, Reveals Ties to Troha

The Wisconsin Department of Transportation's Chief Counsel has determined the DOT's handling of a tax dispute with indicted Kenosha businessman Dennis Troha involved nothing untoward, and was carried out "impeccably." Chief Counsel Robert Jambois said he has reported his assessment of the handling of the dispute over taxes due on truck miles with Troha-linked firms to Governor Doyle. more

Landair Creates “Solutions from the Ground Up.”

GREENEVILLE, TN (January 25, 2007)—Landair has selected a new brand message to embody the company’s core strengths and unique culture. The new positioning, “Solutions from the Ground Up,” is a direct reference to the company’s name, but also describes Landair’s method of custom-tailoring supply chain solutions to each customer’s unique needs. more

LoneStar Transportation Continues Growth with Addition of New Trucks

LoneStar Transportation, based in Ft. Worth, Texas is continuing to expand it’s operations. Starting again in mid-March, the company will begin taking delivery of additional trucks to expand the company driver fleet. All new units will be 2007… 379 & 389 Peterbilts. In the past two years, the company driver fleet has expanded by approximately 200 units. Combined with over 650 owner operator trucks, this will bring the total fleet count to over 850. more

MCT Contractor Reaches Three Million Miles

Sioux Falls, S.D. — MCT Transportation, LLC, a truckload carrier based in Sioux Falls, S.D., recently honored independent contractor Daniel Norgaard of South Dakota for reaching three million accident-free miles. Dan, who has worked with MCT for 21 years, has always made safety a top priority. In addition, Dan has represented MCT and the state of South Dakota on the national level in the South Dakota Truck Driving Championships, where his skillful performance has earned him multiple first place awards over the years. Dan and his wife, Susan, have three children, Jennifer, Katie and Tyler. more

17 MCT Contractors Reach One Million Miles

Sioux Falls, S.D. — MCT Transportation, LLC, a truckload carrier based in Sioux Falls, S.D., recently announced that 17 of its contractors have safely reached one million miles: Robin Barter of Florida, Tony Boatman of Florida, Alan Cook of Iowa, Keith Engler of South Dakota, Craig Gappa of Iowa, Daryl Meindl of Oregon, Wade Morrill of Florida, Dale Nordine of South Dakota, Patricia Renaud of Arizona, Steven Sitter of South Dakota, Brian Smith of Ohio, Keith Steineke of South Dakota, Dale Troll of South Dakota, Fred Trutt of Washington, Larry VanBeek of Wisconsin, David Walters of South Dakota and Billy Wheeler of Texas. more

Transport America Recognizes Company and Contract Drivers of the Month for January 2007

Eagan, Minnesota — Minnesota-based truckload carrier Transport America announces its January 2007 Drivers of the Month. These drivers are recognized for their outstanding service to Transport America and its customers during the month of January. more

Western Express Dispatcher Stays On the Line for Three Hours

A call came into the Western Express dispatch office on February 13; a driver was in distress. Willie Frye, a veteran extended coverage driver manager, answered and learned that a new driver from Georgia was in New York City for the first time. The driver was lost in Brooklyn. Frye stayed on the line for three hours, guiding the driver around the city. more

WSE Transportation, LLC Recognizes Drivers of the Year and Trainer of the Year

Elm Springs, AR – WSE Transportation, LLC, recently recognized its company driver, owner operator, team drivers and trainer of the year for 2006. Company Driver of the Year went to Joe Wiggins of Arizona. Joe has been with WSE since August of 1997, starting as an owner operator. A skilled driver, Joe was one of six drivers who competed in the 2006 Arkansas Truck Driving Championship. He and his wife have three children. more

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Trucking Associations

During tough economic downturns it's best to protect your CDL, as a Class A or B truck driver your license is your money maker. Joing a trucking association can help you network, know your rights, help with legal representation, and provide you with discounts on some products or services. The following are list quick list of trucking associations you may find of interest, click here for a complete list of trucking associations.

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• Alabama Trucking Association, Inc.
  PO Box 2339
  Montgomery, AL 36102-2339
  Phone: (334) 834-3983
  Fax: (334) 262-6504

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  Alaska Trucking Association
  3443 Minnesota Drive
  Anchorage, AK 99503
  Phone: (907) 276-1149
  Fax: (907) 274-1946

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  Arizona Motor Transport Association
  2111 W. McDowell Road
  Phoenix, AZ 85009
  Phone: (602) 252-7559
  Fax: (602) 253-1848

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  Arkansas Trucking Association
  P.O. Box 3476
  Little Rock, AR 72203
  Phone: (501) 372-3462
  Fax: (501) 376-1810

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  California Trucking Association
  3251 Beacon Boulevard
  West Sacramento, CA 95691
  Phone: (916) 373-3516
  Fax: (916) 373-3639

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• Colorado Motor Carriers Association
  4060 Elati Street
  Denver, CO 80216
  Phone: (303) 433-3375
  Fax: (303) 477-6977

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  Motor Transport Association of Connecticut
  60 Forest Street
  Hartford, CT 06105
  Phone: (860) 520-4455
  Fax: (860) 520-4567

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  Delaware Motor Transport Association, Inc.
  445 Pear Street
  Dover, DE 19904
  Phone: (302) 672-7763
  Fax: (302) 672-7909

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  Florida Trucking Association, Inc.
  350 East College Avenue
  Tallahassee, FL 32301
  Phone: (850) 222-9900
  Fax: (850) 222-9363

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  Georgia Motor Trucking Association
  1800 Lake Park Dive Suit 123
  Smyrna, GA 30080
  Phone: (770) 444-9771
  Fax: (770) 444-9442

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Events in Trucking

September 2009

Click here for a complete list of trucking shows, you can request additional information and register right from the site. If you would like to have your event listed or featured please contact us. Trucking companies; if you will be attending a job fair to promote any openings for truck jobs for OTR truck drivers please contact us, and we will list them. Also, truck driving companies can post their truck driving jobs for free on our site. Recently as many as a quarter of a million drivers have registered with us looking for trucker jobs in their area, many are willing to relocate or take a a lease purchase and become a trucking owner operator to secure a job. Post your trucking jobs, and find eager people ready to drive!

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Technical Advisory Group Meeting
Sponsored by American Trucking Associations (ATA)
Linthicum, MD
2200 Mill Road
Alexandria, VA  22314
Phone: 703-838-1700
2200 Mill Road
Alexandria, VA  22314
Phone: 703-838-1700

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Independent Contractor Division Meeting
Sponsored by Truckload Carriers Association (TCA)
Chicago, IL
2200 Mill Road
Alexandria, VA  22314
Phone: 703-838-1950
Fax: 703-836-6610

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2009 Big Iron Classic
Sponsored by Big Iron Classic
Kasson, MN
26487 600th Street
Mantorville, MN  55955
Phone: 507-635-2112
Fax: 507-635-5220

12 - 16
Aftermarket Distribution Summit
Sponsored by Commercial Vehicle Solutions Network
Amelia Island, FL
Contact: (904) 737-2900
5121 Bowden Road, Suite 303
Jacksonville, FL  32216
Phone: 904-737-2900
Fax: 904-636-9881

14 - 17
Fall Meeting & SuperTech
Sponsored by American Trucking Associations (ATA)
Raleigh , NC
Website: www.truckline.com
2200 Mill Road
Alexandria, VA  22314
Phone: 703-838-1700

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2009 Fall Meeting and National Technician Skills Competition
Sponsored by Technology & Maintenance Council (TMC)
Raleigh Convention Center, Raleigh, NC
Contact: (703) 838-1763

18 - 20
Trade Show & Convention
Sponsored by North American Trailer Dealers Association (NATDA)
Louisville, KY
6860 Gulfport Blvd. #116
South Pasadena, FL  33707
Phone: 727-360-0304
Fax: 727-231-8356

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2009 Annual Conference
Sponsored by Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance (CVSA)
Baltimore, MD
1101 17th Street, NW, Suite 803
Washington, DC  20036
Phone: 202-775-1623
Fax: 202-775-1624

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2009 Brake Safety Week
Sponsored by Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance (CVSA)
Nationwide,
1101 17th Street, NW, Suite 803
Washington, DC  20036
Phone: 202-775-1623
Fax: 202-775-1624

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