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P.M. Executive Briefing - June 16

This afternoon's headlines: U.S. gasoline producers blame Washington for high prices; Survey shows overwhelming public support for tighter diesel pollution controls; N.J. Turnpike Authority tries to cut accidents on curvy interstate ramp; and more.

June 16, 2000

Deficient Bridges Hinder Truckers

Truckers are beset by more detours and congestion than ever before because of poorly maintained bridges across the United States, according to a recent study.

June 16, 2000

A.M. Executive Briefing - June 16

In the news this morning: Frozen Food Express adopts shareholder rights plan; Quebec Transport Minister proposes safe trucker insurance discounts; Wall Street analyst bullish on e-logistics; and more.

June 16, 2000

Rail Study Questions 'Conventional Wisdom'

The conventional wisdom has been that competition in freight transportation benefits shippers more than economic regulation, but a new study shows the reverse is true — and it could have widespread effects.

June 15, 2000

Net Start-Ups Muscle Into Logistics Market

Traditional third-party logistics providers seem unfazed by the proliferation of their online counterparts. But will the tech-savvy newcomers reduce conventional logisticians to little more than package-pushers?

June 15, 2000

New Software Finds Details in Data Avalanche

Technology-savvy trucking companies are experienced at gathering all kinds of data, often with the aid of on-board computers. But what to do with those mounds of information once they are accumulated?

June 15, 2000

Senate Panel to Examine Low-Sulfur Diesel

The “ultra-low” sulfur standard for diesel fuel and what it could mean to refiners, engine manufacturers and the people who use it will be the subject of a Senate hearing June 15.

June 15, 2000

P.M. Executive Briefing - June 15

This afternoon's headlines: Mattel cracks down on drug smugglers using their trucks; W.Va. State Police target speeding truckers on steep mouuntain interstate; automated terminal systems mean faster intermodal service; and more.

June 15, 2000

A.M. Executive Briefing - June 15

In the news this morning: Higher fuel prices driving up consumer costs; bolt manufacturer eyes jump into logistics business; signs of a slowdown emerge among strong shipping volume; and more.

June 15, 2000