United World Transporation

AUGUST 5, 2021

Now, the future may really be here because Albertsons just proved that a refrigerated grocery truck could be a zero-emission vehicle. Continue reading below to find out how zero-emission refrigerated grocery deliveries are becoming a reality. Attached to them is an electric-powered refrigeration trailer filled with groceries.

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NGT News

JUNE 1, 2022

Sono Motors is expanding its solar business by entering the refrigerated trailer market with its proprietary Sono Solar Technology. The company has signed a purchase contract with The Reefer Group, a refrigerated truck bodies company, extending the number of total partners of Sono Motors’ Solar business unit to more than 17 globally.

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FreightWaves SONAR

NOVEMBER 16, 2020

This week, learn how freight market participants, especially those freight parties who are executing refrigerated shipping moves, rely on SONAR indices that show reefer freight data and activity. What are the available refrigerated shipping indices in SONAR? Reefer tender volume provides a way to judge load volumes in various ways.

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NGT News

APRIL 27, 2023

Gateway Truck & Refrigeration has completed the training and facility upgrades to become the first Volvo Trucks Certified Electric Vehicle Dealership in Illinois. Gateway has been in business for more than 30 years and operates two Volvo Trucks dealership locations in Collinsville, Ill., and Wright City, Mo.

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NGT News

SEPTEMBER 21, 2022

has teamed up with Wabash, a truck body and trailer manufacturer, to develop a stronger, lighter, refrigerated truck body on an electric chassis. The post Bollinger Motors, Wabash Develop Last-Mile Refrigerated Delivery Electric Truck appeared first on NGT News.

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NGT News

JUNE 1, 2021

The post Albertsons Achieves Inaugural Zero-Emission Refrigerated Grocery Delivery appeared first on NGT News. The VNR Electric models from Volvo Trucks North America are the first zero tailpipe emission, battery-electric Class 8 trucks to be deployed in Albertsons’ company-wide fleet and will be serving Albertsons, Vons […].

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FreightWaves SONAR

APRIL 9, 2021

As one of the fastest-growing markets, some key factors to consider when managing refrigerated freight and how reefer contract rates have been impacted include these core areas of focus. The importance of shippers’ need to manage refrigerated freight more effectively during warmer months. This involves a couple of main things.

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Logistics Management

DECEMBER 1, 2021

a Canadian holding company that is parent to truckload giant CFI and other transport entities, said it has acquired Carthage, Missouri-based D&D Sexton, a provider of refrigerated transportation services. TFI International Inc.,

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The Logistics of Logistics

MAY 8, 2024

She discusses her company’s innovative and sustainable cold chain packaging solutions that maintain frozen or refrigerated temperatures for up to nine days, allowing for more efficient and environmentally friendly shipping. Visit Candor at www.candorexp.com.

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The Logistics of Logistics

JULY 12, 2024

JKC Trucking specializes in refrigerated and frozen LTL services from the Midwest to the West Coast, playing a crucial role in the American food supply chain. Mike discusses the complexities of refrigerated LTL shipping, his experiences growing up in the trucking industry, and the potential impact of new regulations on costs and efficiency.

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Shipping and Freight Resource

JULY 31, 2021

Cargo that must be loaded, maintained and or carried at a particular temperature for it to arrive its destination without deterioration is classified under refrigerated cargoes. Transportation is done exclusively in either refrigerated containers, conventional refrigerated ships and even by air carriage.

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Fleet Owner

JANUARY 15, 2022

By changing over from R-404A refrigerant to the more eco-friendly R-452A in its trucks and trailers, Thermo King estimates an annual reduction of about 650,000 metric tons of CO2e.

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Logistics Business Magazine

MARCH 7, 2023

In a recent development to its long-standing relationship with Marshall Fleet Solutions, Ocado Logistics has now added the Titan system to its refrigerated trailer fleet as part of its ongoing commitment to sustainability and reducing the carbon footprint within its business operations.

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Food Logistics

MARCH 3, 2021

Dot Foods implemented a GPS refrigerated trailer monitoring system that integrates with broader fleet management, regulating and maintaining ideal temperatures in refrigerated trailers via a wireless monitoring system.

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The Logistics of Logistics

SEPTEMBER 6, 2023

FreightFest 23 promises to be an exciting and informative event for professionals in the industry. Key Takeaways: FreightFest 2023 FreightFest 23 is presented by Truck N’ Hustle and is a highly anticipated event in the Trucking, Transportation & Logistics industry.

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Trinity Logistics

APRIL 24, 2023

Refrigerated trucking can be a complex, but rewarding job. Refrigerated trucking is not only more specialized than dry freight hauling but offers more earning potential, and there are certain times of the year during which you can count on higher freight volumes to keep your company profitable. Cleaning Your Refrigerated Trailer 1.

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The Logistics of Logistics

NOVEMBER 3, 2021

Richard is the founder and CEO of Gray Growth Strategies , a consulting company that provides custom-tailored solutions for refrigerated or frozen food fulfillment needs. Gray Growth Strategies provides custom-tailored solutions for refrigerated or frozen food fulfillment needs. Richard Gray and Joe Lynch discuss DTC frozen food.

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Food Logistics

JULY 24, 2020

When choosing a third party to ship your food products, it takes more than just a company that has a refrigerated truck.

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Logistics Business Magazine

JUNE 23, 2024

Expanding its refrigerated container capabilities, Emirates Shipping Line (ESL) has acquired 300 Carrier Transicold PrimeLINE® container refrigeration units. “We We are looking forward to supporting them for many more years to come.”

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Food Logistics

DECEMBER 8, 2020

Emerson Cargo Solutions' GO real-time tracker solution delivers what Choptank teams refer to as the “first line of defense” for protecting their refrigerated loads.

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Trinity Logistics

MARCH 29, 2021

Shipping frozen and refrigerated food together can be a recipe for disaster if not done right. Let’s look at the logistics of frozen and refrigerated shipping and see how your product end s up safely on dinner table s. Typically, these items are kept at refrigerated temperatures and don’t fall into the realm of frozen food shipping.

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Fleet Owner

NOVEMBER 26, 2019

Fully-loaded refrigerated trailer of perishable cargo travels primarily in autonomous mode from California to Pennsylvania in less than three days.

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The Logistics of Logistics

OCTOBER 25, 2023

They also offer specialized coverage options for certain types of trucking businesses, such as hazardous materials haulers and refrigerated truck operators. They offer a wide range of coverage options, including liability coverage, collision coverage, comprehensive coverage, and cargo coverage.

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Food Logistics

APRIL 15, 2020

The foodservice industry's inclusion in one of Congress’ relief packages will allow us to stand ready, when this current crisis passes, to refill the pantries, freezers and refrigerators of America’s favorite restaurants.

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The Logistics of Logistics

SEPTEMBER 24, 2024

About Barry Aumiller Barry Aumiller ‘s 18-year transportation journey began as an intern at North America’s largest refrigerated trucking company. Barry is the Founder of Bear Ventures , a transportation advisory that helps shippers develop high-performance carrier networks.

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The Logistics of Logistics

NOVEMBER 26, 2020

The smart padlock works with a broad range of hasped storage containers, refrigerators, cabinets, and doors, for maximum compatibility and security. BoxLock has developed a unique padlock with a scanner that enables supply chain visibility and security at the point of asset transfer.

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Logistics Management

OCTOBER 1, 2020

per mile; and refrigerated was unchanged, at $2.57 Rates based on rolling averages, through September 27, came in at: $2.37 per mile for van, unchanged on a weekly basis (and is up 14 cents compared to the national contract rate); flatbed rose 1 cent, to $2.40 per mile.

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The Logistics of Logistics

JULY 24, 2024

Prior to his role at NMFTA, Peterson started his career as a driver for TWT Refrigerated Transport, then worked in operations for System Transport and Interstate Distributor Co., (NMFTA) , he plays a pivotal role in helping to advance the industry through classification and digitization. all asset-based carriers.

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Fleet Owner

NOVEMBER 21, 2019

Thermo King recently introduced its next-generation T-90 Series of truck transport refrigeration units (TRU) with standard integrated telematics hardware that connects fleets with their cargo. Fleets can activate TracKing with the flip of a switch t

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NGT News

SEPTEMBER 29, 2021

an online grocery company in Canada, has launched a fully electric refrigerated vehicle fleet. The newly electric refrigerated vehicles began rolling out across Vancouver throughout September. Goodfood Market Corp.,

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Overdrive Online

OCTOBER 6, 2023

We're proud to highlight the profit, growth, and stability achievements of these final four Small Fleet Champ contenders from bulk tank to end dump, flatbed to refrigerated. All will square off in the last round upcoming November 2 at NASTC.

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Logistics Management

JUNE 26, 2020

has launched special edition refrigerated containers as intermodal billboards to support the work of Doctors Without Borders/Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF). Triton International Ltd.

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Logistics Management

AUGUST 30, 2021

With the invention of refrigeration in the last century came new options for faster, lighter construction materials and more options for shippers both domestically and internationally.

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The Logistics of Logistics

JULY 24, 2024

Prior to his role at NMFTA, Peterson started his career as a driver for TWT Refrigerated Transport, then worked in operations for System Transport and Interstate Distributor Co., (NMFTA) , he plays a pivotal role in helping to advance the industry through classification and digitization. all asset-based carriers.

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Logistics Viewpoints

JUNE 14, 2022

We’re piloting solutions not only for our over-the-road (OTR) trucks but for refrigerated trailers (also known as reefers) and yard trucks (which move trailers around in the lots), too. Refrigerated Trailers: We also have an opportunity to power our refrigerated trailers with electric energy.

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GoShip Blog

MARCH 23, 2021

In fact, reefers, or refrigerated trucks , handle 90% of all food distributed through the US. Depending on the product, there are different climate conditions that need to be considered when shipping refrigerated items. Packaging and storage play a crucial role in temperature-controlled shipping.

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Commercial Carrier Journal

OCTOBER 27, 2020

In August CARB adopted an ultra-low NOx emissions rule for trucks that will take effect in 2024 and could soon finalize new requirements for zero-emission truck purchases, refrigerated trailer electric stand-by, and a statewide truck inspection and maintenance program.

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