INBRIEF impacts. The ORBIShield ECO dunnage line is produced using recovered and reprocessed plastic resins and can be recycled at end of life. > J. J. Keller & Associates oers an updated plastic truck seal which features an anti-rotation locking design and a chain of custody function that allows used seals to be chained together. Additionally, the company provides a free online resource outlining security seal best practices and tips for choosing the right seal for various types of cargo.
> The E80XNL electric forklift from Hyster Company offers integrated lithium-ion power. The 8,000-pound capacity cushion tire forklift offers a spacious operator compartment and lower center of gravity. The E80XNL is shorter than a comparable internal combustion engine model, enabling a better turning radius and right-angle stack.
> The Crown SP 1500 Series
and Canada, decreasing costs for OEMs. > ITS Logistics opened a transportation center in Fort Worth, Texas, to grow its operations, including network transportation management, drayage and intermodal, distribution and fulfillment, final-mile delivery, and managed solutions. The newly remodeled 20,000-square- foot center is set to open in Q3 2024. > ODW Logistics opened a 930,000-square-foot facility in Columbus, Ohio. Located 5 minutes away from Rickenbacker International Airport—the primary port for goods flowing into Columbus, Ohio—the food- grade facility supports ODW Logistics’ retail consolidation services. > Worldwide Flight Services (WFS), a member of the SATS Group, was selected by U.S. Customs and Border Protection to operate a new centralized examination
Trident and the Neptune trains join CN’s existing firefighting train, Poseidon . The three trains will provide support in combating wildfires along CN’s right- of-way, bringing water and fire suppression capacity to isolated areas. DP World oers a new method of containerizing finished vehicles, using a 53-foot container instead of a traditional 40-foot container. Standard 40-foot containers typically house a maximum of four cars, whereas 53-foot- long containers can accommodate up to six vehicles. DP World is pioneering this solution in a trade route from Mexico through the United States
RoadieXD, a solution for big and bulky deliveries. The new oering utilizes cross- dock facilities to enable rapid local delivery of oversized or oddly shaped items within a 100-mile radius of distribution centers. RoadieXD makes it possible to deliver large items, such as big-screen TVs or mini- fridges, on the same day they are ordered. > The air and ocean division of Nordic Transport Group is adding U.S. inbound supply chain services with the launch of NTG Supply Chain Solutions. Helping automotive and industrial manufacturing customers optimize logistics spend, the new subsidiary collaborates with Nordic Transport Group’s established U.S. and European air and ocean divisions, leveraging its road, air, and ocean services. > CN added two new firefighting trains along with two additional railcars
order picker from Crown Equipment oers a mid-platform window and competitive lift and lower speeds for improved
operator safety and easier order picking. The lift truck is capable of traveling at 7.5 mph, with standard lift speeds of 71 fpm (feet per minute) for the 24v, 115 for the 36v, and 140 for the 48v.
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> Saia opened two new LTL terminals: one near Anaheim, California, and another facility in Owatonna, Minnesota. The facilities add direct shipping points to provide increased shipping flexibility and reliability. > Roadie, a UPS company and a logistics management and crowdsourced delivery platform, launched
to its fire mitigation and suppression fleet. The
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