August 2023

August 1, 2023 | Newsletter 2023 August

You may have heard about California Air Resources Board’s (CARB) recent agreement with the truck and engine manufacturers. If not, here is a quick recap: The agreement aligns California’s NOx standards with those of the US Environmental Protection […]

August 1, 2023 | Newsletter 2023 August

With the travesty of the proposed Oakland A’s ballpark and development behind us, the Port of Oakland is focusing on and promoting freight. The port recently had a ribbon-cutting ceremony for their Freight Intelligent Transportation Systems (FITS) project. […]

July 2023

picture taken from 1984, with Devine truck driver then Russ Lopes.
July 5, 2023 | Newsletter 2023 July

This photo was taken in 1984 and features an ever-so-casual Russ Lopes. For those who do not know, Russ is our Oz behind the curtain pulling the levers and keeping our operations running smoothly.

Picture of sacramento golden bridge, with 4th of july fireworks in the background.
July 5, 2023 | Newsletter 2023 July

We wish everyone a wonderful Independence Day holiday. Enjoy fireworks, burgers and dogs, family and friends or whatever you decide to do to ring in our nation’s 247th birthday. But…whatever you do…be safe. Driving on 4th of July […]

Picture of Devine ladies went out on a bubble run.
July 5, 2023 | Newsletter 2023 July

Some of the ladies of Devine organized “Team Devine” for charity fun run. A good time was had by all for a good cause.

a young toddler refusing to give up her caramel popcorn.
July 5, 2023 | Newsletter 2023 July

iLela Mae Friedmann was not giving up her snacks after the Agricultural Transportation Coalition (AgTC) Annual Meeting.

picture of a truck part for monthly contest
July 5, 2023 | Newsletter 2023 July

Do you know what this part is? It is something used in truck or container transportation. Play “Name That Part” by liking us on Facebook. Click here to be directed to our page and place your guess. Good […]

July 5, 2023 | Newsletter 2023 July

The International Longshore & Warehouse Union (ILWU) and the Pacific Maritime Association (PMA) reached a tentative contract agreement for dockworkers on the US West Coast. WHEW! That was a tough one, and we can all now breathe a […]

panoramic view of the ports with red cranes
July 5, 2023 | Newsletter 2023 July

Meanwhile, labor tensions to the north between the ILWU Canada and the British Columbia Maritime Employers Associations (BCEMA) are running high with the ILWU Canada following through on its strike vote with a strike that began on Saturday, […]

July 5, 2023 | Newsletter 2023 July

Do you know why tin cans are ribbed? It is logistics, of course. Ribbing makes the can stronger and more durable during transportation and distribution.

July 5, 2023 | Newsletter 2023 July

EVICTION NOTICE What do you do when a bear is stuck inside your car? Watch the video above as a Washoe County Sheriff Officer uses creativity to safely evict the unwelcome visitor.

Four devine trucks lined up at the fuel island.
July 5, 2023 | Newsletter 2023 July

On July 1, 2023, California increased the excise tax on diesel fuel by $0.031/gallon to a total of $0.441/gallon. This tax increase is in addition to the 13% sales tax assessed on diesel fuel. Is it any wonder […]

Devine trucks behind palm trees
July 5, 2023 | Newsletter 2023 July

The long reach of the California Air Resources Board’s (CARB) regulations and their impact to fleets across the country are resulting in lawsuits. Folks are sick of California setting the defacto national standard. Nineteen states are suing the […]

Cargo ship ready to off load at Oakland Port.
July 5, 2023 | Newsletter 2023 July

The Port of Oakland has several environmental initiatives coming to fruition. The port and TraPac are collaborating on upgraded terminal equipment to reduce emissions. TraPac will convert three rubber tire gantry (RTG) cranes from diesel to hybrid-diesel. They […]

June 2023

Old rustic pictures of Devine Intermodal.
June 2, 2023 | Newsletter June 2023

In 1973, Devine was featured in a local magazine to honor our 50th year in business. The article talks about the agricultural and forest products we haul as well as the growing importance of containerized cargo to the […]

June 2, 2023 | Newsletter June 2023

The Bar Pilots escort ships in and out of the San Francisco Bay every day to ensure the safety of marine traffic and marine life. Take a look at the above video for a day-in-the-life experience. At nearly […]

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