Entries for October 2019

Perspective: Bringing Aptitude, Attitude to Hiring

The biggest change in the recruiting process for drivers and technicians is more emphasis on aptitude and attitude, says Kari Beeson of Transervice Logistics Inc.

Exxon Trial Probes How Oil Giant Accounts for Climate Change

NEW YORK — New York’s attorney general is accusing Exxon Mobil of lying to investors about how profitable the company will remain as governments impose stricter regulations to combat global warming.

Infrastructure Advocacy Caucus Gives Voice to the Future

With the launch of the Future of Transportation Caucus, some members of Congress hope to shift the focus of transportation debates from funding to policy. Here's your Capitol Agenda look at the week ahead for trucking on Capitol Hill.

Trump Says China Signals Trade Talks on Target for November Deal

President Donald Trump said China has indicated that negotiations over an initial trade deal are advancing, raising expectations the nations’ leaders could sign an agreement at a meeting next month in Chile.

World’s Priciest Oil Auction May Raise $50 Billion in Brazil

An auction next month of oil fields in Brazil may be the priciest ever held, raising at least $50 billion in licensing fees and compensation, according to people familiar with government estimates.

Crossword Puzzle Solution October 21, 2019

Here's the solution to the crossword puzzle found in the October 21, 2019 print edition.

Japan Rushes to Establish LNG Bunkering Hub

A United Nations-led call for action to tighten sulfur oxide emissions also may be a trigger accelerating a shift to natural gas as fuel for the global shipping fleet, and Japan is wasting no time trying to establish a refueling hub in Asia.

US House Members Propose Reforms to Infrastructure Construction Process

Legislation that seeks to advance infrastructure projects through innovative and open competition among suppliers recently was introduced by a bipartisan group of policymakers in the U.S. House of Representatives.

Ervin Equipment Announces C-Level Appointments

TA Logistics Teams With Other TFI Subsidiaries

TA Logistics is expanding its service footprint by linking up with sister companies under the parent company, TFI International Inc., according to an Oct. 15 news release.