July 2023

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 […]

June 2, 2023 | Newsletter June 2023

Women continue to be a growing force in the trucking industry. As recent as five years ago, women made up only 7.9% of Class A truck drivers. But, now, the word is out… trucking is a good career. […]

June 2, 2023 | Newsletter June 2023

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 […]

Picture of a group of people at a outdoor BBQ.
June 2, 2023 | Newsletter June 2023

Summer is festival season in the Reno area. From concerts and cabarets to BBQ and beer, there is something for everyone. Check out the the event calendar here and join the fun.

Picture of devine iconic blue pearly truck.
June 2, 2023 | Newsletter June 2023

The State of California is forging ahead with the California Air Resources Board’s (CARB) Advanced Clean Fleet (ACF) rule despite the lack of power, technology, or infrastructure to accomplish the task of achieving zero emissions starting next year. […]

June 2, 2023 | Newsletter June 2023

The Ocean Shipping Reform Act (OSRA) will celebrate its first year on the 16th of this month. OSRA prohibited the unreasonable assessment of detention and demurrage fees as well as the unreasonable refusal to carry export cargo. It […]

View of the side of ONE container ship docked.
June 2, 2023 | Newsletter June 2023

The Port of Oakland’s free harbor tours are back! The tours run from May to September and provide a view of terminal and ship operations from the waterside. These tours are a wonderful chance to learn more about […]

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