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U.S. government agency finds some holes in seaport security
Despite the introduction of new inspection and security procedures, U.S. seaports are still vulnerable to terrorist attack according to a recent report issued by the Government Accountability Office (GAO). Click here to continue
RedPrairie survey reveals mixed views for product recall legislation and standards
When it comes to the potential impact of legislation focusing on product recalls—versus industry standards for recalls—it appears there is no clear-cut winner.
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DHL preps to leave Wilmington air hub as a result of pending deal with UPS
DHL’s pending deal with UPS is expected to cost 6,000 ABX employees their jobs at the Wilmington hub. Click here to continue
Pacer preps for SAP implementation
this endeavor, which will provide the company with complete integration of all its business units under a singular IT platform, has been under development since October 2007 and will eliminate the use of legacy systems. Click here to continue
Diesel prices remain over $4 per gallon
Diesel prices went down 1.6 cents this week to $4.707 per gallon, remaining above $4 per gallon for the eighth consecutive week. This week's price is 190.8 cents higher than the price last year at this time. Click here to continue
California to advance new truck requirements
The California Air Resources Board (ARB) is circulating a draft regulation that would require heavy duty tractors and box-type trailers to be equipped with devices that would reduce drag and rolling resistance in an effort to improve efficiency and reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Click here to continue
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