October 2023

October 2, 2023 | Newsletter 2023 October

The US House of Representatives passed legislation overriding the waivers the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) granted California’s Air Resources Board (CARB) to ban gas and diesel powered vehicles. While the bill will not pass the closely divided Senate, […]

October 2, 2023 | Newsletter 2023 October

The technology for autonomous vehicles was birthed in California. California was the first state to pass comprehensive legislation authorizing the operation of fully autonomous vehicles on public roadways. San Francisco was one of the first cities in the […]

October 2, 2023 | Newsletter 2023 October

Remember the dispute between Portland terminal operator ICTS and the ILWU surrounding work slowdowns that effectively shuttered the Port of Portland back in 2012? ICTS sued the ILWU, and, in 2019, the court ruled in favor of ICTS […]

September 2023

September 5, 2023 | Newsletter 2023 September

Long-time industry folks may remember our calendars in the early 2000’s. The calendars were fun and entertaining and represented our creative, outside-the-box solutions to logistics challenges. In 2001, the calendar featured concept vehicles…what would our trucks look like […]

September 5, 2023 | Newsletter 2023 September

Devine and our president, Karen Vellutini, were featured on the cover of the latest edition of Caltrux magazine. As we mark our 100-year milestone, it is an honor to be highlighted in the magazine and to be able […]

Hawaii, logistic industry helping out people of Lahaina
September 5, 2023 | Newsletter 2023 September

Just days after the fires in Hawaii, the logistics industry was already on the scene providing much needed relief. So proud of this industry and the way it pulls together to help the communities we serve.

September 5, 2023 | Newsletter 2023 September

Yesterday, the International Longshore & Warehouse Union (ILWU) announced they have ratified their six-year contract with the Pacific Maritime Association (PMA). This approval is final step will ensure further peace and cargo fluidity on the west coast.

September 5, 2023 | Newsletter 2023 September

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. Good […]

Video of Panama cannel interlocking video
September 5, 2023 | Newsletter 2023 September

There has been quite a bit of news regarding the significant impact of the drought on cargo flows through the Panama Canal. To fill the locks and raise the ships, it takes 50M gallons of water from Gatun […]

September 5, 2023 | Newsletter 2023 September

It is that time of year again. It is time for our annual deliveries out the playa. Burning Man is a celebration of community and creativity, but it had a bit of controversy this year. A group calling […]

September 5, 2023 | Newsletter 2023 September

We have said it before and will say it again…we are not against clean air. But, it is time to talk about diesel as a clean fuel. Here are some facts for you: Biodiesel and renewable diesel reduce […]

September 5, 2023 | Newsletter 2023 September

If you lived the San Francisco Bay Area or a fan of football, you remember John Taylor. He played wide receiver for the San Francisco 49ers from 1987-1995. He won three Super Bowls and played in two Pro […]

September 5, 2023 | Newsletter 2023 September

Karen Vellutini, president Devine Intermodal, attended the event honoring Assemblymember Carlos Villapudua (D-Stockton) as the California Trucking Association (CTA) 2023 Legislator of the Year. The Assemblymember was given the award for his “legislative work in support of the […]

August 2023

August 1, 2023 | Newsletter 2023 August

This photo was taken in the early-1990’s and showcases our strong presence and continued growth in international logistics. It also highlights our rebranding from Devine & Son Trucking Co., Inc. to Devine Intermodal, putting an exclamation point behind […]

August 1, 2023 | Newsletter 2023 August

The trucking industry accounts for: 8.4 million jobs. 81% of the nation’s freight. 62% of the trade between US and Canada. 84% of the trade between US and Mexico. 96% are small businesses with 10 or fewer trucks.

August 1, 2023 | Newsletter 2023 August

Logistics is a stressful business. Every Thursday, we practice yoga for a workout and stress relief. It certainly helps mind and body.

August 1, 2023 | Newsletter 2023 August

Reno Fire has solicited help from an unlikely source to help prevent fires…a herd of goats. Take a look at the video above. The fire department partnered with High Desert Graziers for weed management and wildfire prevention. The […]

August 1, 2023 | Newsletter 2023 August

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