Fleet Management

Caledonia Haulers recently received the Minnesota Trucking Association’s Tank/Bulk safety award for logging over 3 million safe miles in Minnesota, highlighting its commitment to operational excellence.

Caledonia secures Minnesota fleet safety award

The liquid food-grade specialist garners elite recognition during the state trucking association’s annual awards luncheon in Brainerd, claiming a top Tank/Bulk honor.

Sept. 1, 2026

Colonial Group is set to acquire Foster Fuels, a Virginia-based energy provider with over a century of service, in a deal that unites two family-owned companies and enhances Colonial’s portfolio and regional presence.

Fleet Management

Colonial to purchase family-owned Foster Fuels

Sept. 1, 2026

U.S. transportation M&A activity remains steady in 2026, driven by structural advantages, fuel cost benefits, and nearshoring trends, contrasting with softer global markets, according to a new report from PMCF Investment. Public sector gains and valuation expansions highlight sector resilience amid rising freight rates and consumer spending.

Fleet Management

Report: U.S. transportation and logistics M&A stabilizes

Aug. 31, 2026

Bertschi Group conducted a pioneering trial by deploying ISO tank containers on the ice-class PanStar Acro vessel via the Northern Sea Route, aiming to shorten Asia-Europe transit times and enhance supply chain resilience amid disruptions.

Tank Fleets

Bertschi tests arctic route for chemical logistics

Aug. 31, 2026

CSX's 32nd annual Chemical Safety Excellence Awards honored 55 shippers for transporting hazardous materials safely in 2025, highlighting their commitment to safety and community protection.

Hazmat/Safety

Top hazmat shippers earn CSX rail safety honors

Aug. 28, 2026

Sage Mfg., the parent company of Sage Oil Vac, Amarillo Tanks, and Amarillo Upfitters, launches a $21 million facility in Amarillo, Texas, marking a significant growth phase and diversification in industrial manufacturing.

Equipment

Sage Oil Vac launches new parent alongside $21M investment

Aug. 28, 2026

U.S. trailer orders defied typical summer lulls in July, posting big year-over-year gains behind earlier-than-usual 2027 order board openings, improving freight rates, and looming trade-related cost pressures.

Cargo Tanks/Trailers

Reports: US trailer orders buck summer lull

Aug. 27, 2026

Liquid Bulk Services’ Greg Ballard, at left, Ashton Ballard, center, and Matt Clement are steadily growing the company into a premier destination for cargo tank maintenance and repair services in St. Gabriel, Louisiana.

What’s in Print

Welding the future: LBS expands essential tank services

Aug. 27, 2026

The expert team at Liquid Bulk Services keeps essential chemical tank fleets rolling safely from sunrise to sunset. Step inside their 2-acre St. Gabriel, Louisiana, location to see how this dynamic family-owned shop tackles everything from routine maintenance to heavy barrel overhauls.

Tank Repair

Gallery: Inside the evolving LBS operation

Aug. 27, 2026

Fleet Management

Caledonia secures Minnesota fleet safety award

Colonial to purchase family-owned Foster Fuels

Report: U.S. transportation and logistics M&A stabilizes

Bertschi tests arctic route for chemical logistics

Top hazmat shippers earn CSX rail safety honors

Sage Oil Vac launches new parent alongside $21M investment

Reports: US trailer orders buck summer lull

Welding the future: LBS expands essential tank services

Gallery: Inside the evolving LBS operation

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