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  • OCTOBER/NOVEMBER 2023

    • OCTOBER/NOVEMBER 2023

    HD5 Transport
    Roark Sutton Hd5 Transport
    Hazmat/Safety

    How attorneys use safety against you

    Raymond White
    Dec. 14, 2023
    Phrases like ‘safety is our top priority’ are best spoken, and not put into writing, so carriers don’t assist in their own legal demise
    DCI
    Team Picture 3
    What’s in Print

    Reconnected: Quala, Boasso unite as Depot Connect

    Jason McDaniel
    Dec. 13, 2023
    Newly launches corporate brand image conveys full breadth of combined company’s tank trailer and ISO container cleaning, maintenance, storage, and transportation capabilities
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    Technology

    Why multimodal fleets need global visibility

    Bernard Cohen
    Dec. 6, 2023
    Global supply chain visibility solutions enhance efficiency, reduce costs, improve customer service, and help to build a competitive advantage, IntelliTrans product manager maintains...
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    Cargo Tanks/Trailers

    How updated regulations could impact tankers

    Alex Keenan
    Dec. 4, 2023
    Equipment engineers discuss industry trends in tanker compliance, from pressure release valves to rear impact guards and inspections during Tank Truck Week 2023
    Jason McDaniel | Bulk Transporter
    Fleet Management

    Will and way: NTTC drives industry forward in Indy

    Jason McDaniel
    Dec. 1, 2023
    Roundup of Tank Truck Week 2023 developments, including an association leadership update, safety contest review, NTTC DOY and BeyondTrucks fundraising efforts, and an image gallery...

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    What’s in Print

    Truly tankful: Four things I appreciate this holiday season

    Jason McDaniel
    Nov. 23, 2023
    I like fast cars, pro drivers, this magazine—and you.
    Jason McDaniel | Bulk Transporter
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    Technology

    Cyber scare: Tank trailers now susceptible to hackers

    Jason McDaniel
    Oct. 31, 2023
    NMFTA cybersecurity engineer demonstrates how a criminal with $300 can attack a tanker's brake controller, potentially disabling the vehicle
    Jason McDaniel | Bulk Transporter
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    Equipment

    Hendrickson launches outboard-mounted ADB rotors for tank trailers

    Jason McDaniel
    Oct. 17, 2023
    ‘Revolutionary’ new Maxx22T trailer air disc brake system—showcased during NTTC’s 2023 Tank Truck Week—enhances serviceability and safety by simplifying rotor swaps
    Grote Industries
    4 See Nosebox
    Equipment

    Grote expands 4SEE smart trailer system capabilities

    Commercial Vehicle Staff
    Oct. 13, 2023
    Lighting equipment supplier to spotlight wired rear-view camera designed with Stoneridge that enables in-cab viewing of video from the back of the trailer during MCE 2023 Oct....
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    Technology

    Lytx adds AI-powered weather alerts for fleets

    Jade Brasher
    Oct. 13, 2023
    New geospatial notifications leverage advanced technologies to provide condition monitoring and risk assessment across the telematics provider’s network
    Jason McDaniel | Bulk Transporter
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    Cargo Tanks/Trailers

    MAC LTT adds Road Ready telematics option

    BT staff
    Oct. 13, 2023
    Liquid tank trailer manufacturer now offers factory installation of Clarience Technologies’ advanced trailer telematics solution
    Idaho Milk Transport
    Idaho Milk Transport
    Fleet Management

    KAG acquires Idaho Milk Transport

    BT staff
    Oct. 11, 2023
    Addition of Burley, Idaho-based food-grade carrier includes 162 tractors, 327 specialized trailers, and five facilities in Idaho, Washington, and California
    Next Gen Trucking
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    Fleet Management

    Next Gen Trucking unveils new CDL curriculum

    BT staff
    Oct. 11, 2023
    ‘First-of-its-kind’ companion resource designed to support high school commercial driver’s license programs nationwide
    Jason McDaniel | Bulk Transporter
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    Fleet Management

    NTTC launches industry branding campaign

    Jason McDaniel
    Oct. 11, 2023
    ‘Milestone’ moment in association’s history includes new gotanktruck.com website, customized ad spots, educational materials, and more--all designed to drive new employee prospects...
    Premier Bulk
    Premier Truck Linked In
    Fleet Management

    Premier Bulk buys Ark Traffic Solutions

    BT staff
    Oct. 11, 2023
    Canadian logistics firm strengthens service offerings within Heniff’s North American network
    Daimler Truck North America
    Dtna Freightliner Cascadia Truck
    Green Trends

    Freightliner to offer natural gas engine for Cascadias

    Jade Brasher
    Oct. 6, 2023
    Starting in 2025, fleets ordering 126-in. sleeper and daycab models can spec the emissions-reducing Cummins X15N designed specifically for heavy-duty applications
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    Hazmat/Safety

    PHMSA to award $30M for hazmat response

    BT staff
    Oct. 5, 2023
    Awards through six federal grant programs intended to support first responders, strengthen local efforts to react to hazardous materials incidents
    Pneumercator
    Pneumercator Website Screenshot
    Equipment

    Pneumercator unveils refreshed website

    BT staff
    Oct. 3, 2023
    Upgraded pneumercator.com highlights tank gauge manufacturer’s expertise in liquid level control through optimzed user experience, new branding and resources
    Heniff Transportation
    Old Heniff Truck Internal Photo Copy
    Fleet Management

    Automation All-Star: Heniff snares Ovation award

    BT staff
    Oct. 3, 2023
    Trimble recognizes Oak Brook, Illinois-based tank truck carrier for improving overall efficiency with business process automation technology
    PhotoTec
    Photomontage For Oct 1 2023 Press Release 2
    Hazmat/Safety

    PhotonTec brings new spill monitoring tech to U.S.

    BT staff
    Oct. 2, 2023
    Partnership with European company LDI Innovation provides North American customers with access to new sensor technology for remote oil, fuel spill detection on wet, dry surfaces...
    Leighton O’Brien
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    Technology

    Titan Cloud acquires fuel software provider

    BT staff
    Sept. 29, 2023
    Addition of Leighton O’Brien unites the companies’ shared fuel optimization strategy to deliver enhanced customer value and fast ROI
    TTE
    Tte Truck Drivers
    Fleet Management

    TTE celebrates 40 years of safe service

    BT staff
    Sept. 29, 2023
    J.J. Isbell founded the Texas-based fuel hauler in 1983 with ‘faith, family, and hard work’ as the company’s rock-solid foundation
    Depenedable Truck and Tank
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    Equipment

    Dependable Truck and Tank expands operations

    BT staff
    Sept. 28, 2023
    Canadian tank trailer manufacturer completes acquisition of Keltic Tank, establishes new Keltic North inspection and repair facility serving customers in Northern Ontario
    Tankfarm
    Tankfarm founder and CEO Andrew Heaney.
    Technology

    Tankfarm raises $20 million to expand platform

    BT staff
    Sept. 26, 2023
    Series-B funding intended to accelerate customer acquisitions, further development of Tennessee-based technology firm’s propane distribution software and sensors
    GTA Fuels
    Gta Fuels Site
    Fleet Management

    GTA Fuels acquires Sipco assets

    BT staff
    Sept. 26, 2023
    Canadian on-site diesel refueler expands services in Greater Toronto and Hamilton areas through ‘milestone’ addition
    Trimac
    230921 Calgary Headquarters Word Wall
    Fleet Management

    Trimac unveils newly transformed headquarters

    BT staff
    Sept. 25, 2023
    Consolidated operations space in Calgary, Alberta, Canada—designed in collaboration with architectural firm Kasian—intended to elevate the workplace experience
    Scully
    Scully Home Page
    Fleet Management

    Scully showcases solutions with new website

    BT staff
    Sept. 25, 2023
    Enhanced Scully.com built to offer a more interactive, informative experience, along with in-depth resources, including liquid transfer videos, application notes, and white papers...
    TransWood
    Trans Wood Truck Facebook
    Fleet Management

    TransWood grows with third pickup in 4 years

    BT staff
    Sept. 21, 2023
    Nebraska-based carrier adds Sinclair Trucking assets after purchasing Jensen Transport in 2021 and Kane Transport in 2019
    UPT
    Upt Herndon Hed
    Regulations

    UPT CEO joins Oklahoma motor carrier task force

    BT staff
    Sept. 13, 2023
    Seven-member State Task Force on Motor Carrier Regulation and Enforcement, which includes governor-appointed industry vet Matt Herndon, will evaluate state’s regulatory environment...
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    Technology

    BlackBerry launches ‘Intrinsically Safe’ asset tracking for hazmat carriers

    BT staff
    Sept. 12, 2023
    Newly certified H2M IS series enables BlackBerry Radar devices to target fuel haulers, tank carriers, and other hazardous materials transportation and logistics companies
    STE
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    Equipment

    STE breaks ground on new facility

    Sept. 11, 2023
    State-of-the-art manufacturing plant, set to open in early 2025, will double the tank trailer manufacturer’s production workforce in Wisconsin.
    FloChem
    Flo Chem Truck Facebook
    Fleet Management

    Univar grows chemical distribution in FloChem deal

    BT staff
    Sept. 6, 2023
    Acquisition, which includes a dedicated tank truck fleet and other value-added services, increases Univar’s footprint, product portfolio, and logistics services in Eastern Canada...
    Vedder
    Vedder Truck Trailer Facebook
    Fleet Management

    TFI adds Vedder to tank truck group

    BT staff
    Sept. 6, 2023
    Acquisition of Vedder, with annual revenues of $58.6 million, includes 155 tractors, 300 tank trailers, a food-grade wash rack, and transloading services in Western Canada
    Solar Transport
    St Bulk Truck Photo (3)
    Fleet Management

    Maverik completes acquisition of Solar, Kum & Go

    Sept. 5, 2023
    Family-owned Krause Group sells award-winning, Iowa-based fuel hauler to Maverik, parent company FJ Management, in Midwest shakeup
    Ever.Ag
    Insights Portal Desktop Preview
    Technology

    Ever.Ag absorbs Roger’s bulk ag trucking platform

    BT staff
    Sept. 1, 2023
    Acquisition to transform AgTech logistics by streamlining bulk agricultural trucking operations with enhanced data analytics
    RegO Products
    Reg O Cbe504 Regulator Copy
    Equipment

    RegO adds pressure regulators for cryogenic vessels

    BT staff
    Aug. 29, 2023
    New CBE504 Series Pressure Builder-Economizer Regulators feature lighter weights and wider pressure ranges, helping to optimize the operation of cryogenic storage vessels
    Tankfarm
    Tankfarm Trailer In Field
    Technology

    Tankfarm makes 2023 Inc. 5000 list

    BT staff
    Aug. 28, 2023
    Tech-enabled propane distribution platform headquartered in Nashville lands on prestigious list of America’s fastest-growing companies
    Hoyer Group
    Hoyer Group Houston
    Cargo Tanks/Trailers

    Hoyer now offers loaded ISO tank storage in Houston

    BT staff
    Aug. 25, 2023
    After expanding empty storage capacity in June, Hoyer's cotac depot near the Port of Houston now boasts space for up to 800 loaded ISO tanks
    Volvo Trucks
    Volvo Linde Canada
    Green Trends

    Linde Canada deploys Volvo FH LNG trucks

    BT staff
    Aug. 24, 2023
    ‘Exclusive, one-time pilot’ features five liquified natural gas-powered FH trucks with up to 132,000 lbs. GCW, 500 hp, and 620 miles of range
    BeyondTrucks
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    Technology

    BeyondTrucks launches version 2.0 for large fleets

    Jason McDaniel
    Aug. 23, 2023
    Upgraded process automation platform features a ‘multitude of new features,’ including greater customizability and workflow functionality for complex tank truck operations
    National Tank & Equipment
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    Equipment

    National Tank expands in Oklahoma

    BT staff
    Aug. 22, 2023
    New Oklahoma City branch is Texas-based fluid-handling equipment supplier’s 18th location across the U.S.
    Element Fuel
    First Element Fuel Fef Cec
    Green Trends

    FirstElement to scale manufacturing capacity

    BT staff
    Aug. 22, 2023
    California-based company scores $7.7M in CEC grant funding to increase production of critical components and systems for hydrogen refueling stations
    ATA
    Ata Truck Driving Championships
    Fleet Management

    Tank hauler wins ATA's top truck driving prize

    BT staff
    Aug. 21, 2023
    Gragg Wilson, a UPS driver who competes in the tank truck division, claims Bendix Grand Champion honor during 2023 National Truck Driving Championships
    Mode Transportation
    From left to right are Travis Vedral, Univar director of transportation; Ken Spicer, Univar director of central transportation; Mode SVP Todd Thompson; Terry Shirley, Mode VP of business development; Dan Egan, Mode VP of sales; Brandon Ruggles, Univar director of east transportation; and Darica Schneider, Univar director of west transportation.
    Fleet Management

    Univar celebrates top central region carrier

    BT staff
    Aug. 18, 2023
    Chemical manufacturer names Mode Transportation its 2023 Central Region Carrier of the Year during kick-off meeting
    Events Calendar

    Event Calendar

    March 15, 2023
    Mark your calendar! Here are all the major upcoming events listed by date. If you'd like to be included in our Calendar, email Jason McDaniel at [email protected].