June 2025

June 2, 2025 | Newsletter 2025 June

Both the US Congress and US Senate voted to revoke the Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) waivers allowing the California Air Resources Board (CARB) to continue to enact their low-NOx Omnibus regulation as well as their Advanced Clean Truck […]

June 2, 2025 | Newsletter 2025 June

The Reno Rodeo was ranked the 4th best rodeo in the country by the readers of USA Today. The “Wildest, Richest Rodeo in the West” is a ten-day event starting June 19th. Get your tickets here and enjoy […]

June 2, 2025 | Newsletter 2025 June

Imagine waking up with a containership in your front yard. That is exactly what happened to Johan Helberg of Byneset Norway. The 443 NCL Salten failed to turn when entering the Trondheim fjord and landed in his front […]

June 2, 2025 | Newsletter 2025 June

Tariff activity is difficult to keep track of as it changes constantly. Below is a recap of what transpired last month. On May 12th, tariffs between China and the US were temporarily slashed from 125% to 10%. For […]

June 2, 2025 | Newsletter 2025 June

Modern Worker Empowerment Act is a bill seeking to codify a clear and straightforward definition of Independent Contractor and provide certainty to truck drivers, gig workers and anyone choosing the independent lifestyle. Currently, the rules and definitions are […]

June 2, 2025 | Newsletter 2025 June

Take a look at the video above giving the pros and cons of phasing out the mighty penny from US currency. Once the penny goes, so do all of our penny phrases: A penny for your thoughts – […]

June 2, 2025 | Newsletter 2025 June

Take a look at the video above giving the pros and cons of phasing out the mighty penny from US currency. Once the penny goes, so do all of our penny phrases: A penny for your thoughts – […]

June 2, 2025 | Newsletter 2025 June

For you lead-footers out there, North Dakota is raising their speed limit to 80 miles per hour effective August 1st. Do not get too excited. Along with the increased speed limit comes increased fines. North Dakota is the […]

June 2, 2025 | Newsletter 2025 June

Happy Father’s Day to all the dads out there. Keep up the good work and thanks for all you do managing the family’s logistics.

June 2, 2025 | Newsletter 2025 June

The Port of Oakland is again offering its free harbor tours. The tours sail monthly and give a unique perspective of port operations. Click here for more information and registration.

June 2, 2025 | Newsletter 2025 June

London-based BlueNose developed an aerodynamic “nose” which can be retrofitted onto the bow of a containership. The device will reduce drag and improve fuel efficiency by 5%. The company states the technology can save $1M per vessel per […]

May 2025

May 1, 2025 | Newsletter 2025 May

The above video was posted to social media outlets earlier week by China’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs. It demonstrates their determination not to “kneel down” to US pressure for a trade agreement as well as try to gain […]

May 1, 2025 | Newsletter 2025 May

The marine terminals in Oakland will be closed today in recognition of May Day (ie, International Workers’ Day). The International Longshore and Warehouse Union (ILWU) repurpose their monthly stop-work meeting (normally held the second shift of the third […]

May 1, 2025 | Newsletter 2025 May

As we previously reported, the California Air Resources Board (CARB) withdrew their waiver request with the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) on the Advanced Clean Fleets (ACF) rule. The good news, without a waiver, CARB cannot enforce the rule. […]

May 1, 2025 | Newsletter 2025 May

Between May 1 and December 31, the ocean shipping industry participates in the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) voluntary speed reduction program to protect the whales off of California’s coastline. Hats off to Yang Ming and all […]

May 1, 2025 | Newsletter 2025 May

Happy Mother’s Day to all the beautiful ladies out there. Whether you are a mother or an important motherly figure to someone, you deserve to be celebrated. Enjoy your day on Sunday, May 11th. We hope you are […]

May 1, 2025 | Newsletter 2025 May

Do you know what this part is? Hint, it is something used in truck or container transportation. Play “Name That Part” on our Facebook page. Click here to be directed to our page and place your guess.

May 1, 2025 | Newsletter 2025 May

If you are a fan of the Star Wars franchise, then we have a day tailor-made for you. May 4th has become Star Wars Day and is celebrated around the world. Why? Because…May the “Fourth” be with you. […]

May 1, 2025 | Newsletter 2025 May

As a trucking company, we are honestly baffled an actual law has to be proposed to give truck drivers access to bathroom facilities at warehouses, distribution centers, shipping/receiving facilities and port complexes. Getting loaded or unloaded or completing […]

Cargo ship ready to off load at Oakland Port.
May 1, 2025 | Newsletter 2025 May

The initial volley by US Trade Representative (USTR) called for fees on Chinese-made vessels of roughly $1M per US port of call. After hearing the pleas from all facets of the industry, the USTR revised the plan to […]

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