AELF Completes $31 Million Financing With Absa Bank Group

July 7, 2025 8:00 AM

Aircraft Engine Lease Finance, Inc ("AELF") announced today it has completed a $31 million loan with South Africa-based Absa Bank Group. The loan is collateralized by an A330-300 on lease to South African Airways which was recently acquired by AELF from a consortium of lenders including Deutsche Bank, Societe General and Credit Agricole."AELF is actively engaging financing partners around the world, significantly increasing its purchasing power...

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On the Move: How Rising Costs Are Changing the Way Australians Relocate

July 6, 2025 12:15 PM

As the cost of living continues to rise across Australia, more people are rethinking how and where they live-and this is having a big impact on the removals industry. From downsizing and interstate migration to more frequent, short-term moves, the way Australians relocate is shifting.At Jake Removals & Storage, Melbourne removals specialists, we've seen firsthand how these trends are playing out in real time. Here's a closer look at what's...

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Canadians Pulling Together To Fight Avoidable Blindness

July 1, 2025 1:47 PM

The roar of planes was not the only sound echoing across the tarmac this year as Orbis Canada's 15th annual Plane Pull for Sight campaign took flight! This exhilarating and heartwarming fundraiser, sponsored by FedEx, united communities in Toronto, Calgary, and Vancouver to combat avoidable blindness, raising awareness and funds for a critical cause.Torontonians take the leadOn May 25, Toronto hosted the first stop of this year's thrilling Plane...

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MTM Transit Re-Awarded Contract to Operate TRACER Transit System

July 1, 2025 11:00 AM

MTM Transit, a national leader in transit service operations, is proud to announce it has been re-awarded its contract to operate the City of Tracy, California's TRACER transit system. The renewed contract is effective for three years with two optional one-year extensions, continuing a successful nine-year partnership that began in 2016.Through TRACER, the City of Tracy offers a robust suite of transportation options to residents, including...

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TransConnect Services (TCS) Sets New Standard in Customer Satisfaction With Industry-Leading NPS of 81 and Lightning-Fast Support

July 1, 2025 8:00 AM

TransConnect Services (TCS Fuel), the provider of America's favorite fuel card for trucking companies and owner-operators, proudly announces a Net Promoter Score (NPS) of 81, a testament to its unwavering commitment to providing world-class customer satisfaction and service. In addition, TCS reports that so far this year, over 98% of customer service phone calls are answered in 30 seconds or less, setting a new benchmark for responsiveness in...

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Aircon Closes $8M in Funding to Transform Global Air Cargo with AI

June 30, 2025 9:00 AM

Aircon, the freight tech company transforming global air cargo, today announced the closing of an oversubscribed Seed round co-led by Blumberg Capital and Las Olas VC. The $5M in Seed funding brings total funding raised to $8M, validating Aircon's mission to empower freight forwarders - especially independents - through purpose-built AI that drives growth, not just efficiency.AI Powered Agents Built for Modern Air FreightAircon was founded by...

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ITRCC Announces New Toll Rates for Indiana Toll Road Customers Effective July 1, 2025

June 27, 2025 3:00 PM

ITR Concession Company LLC (ITRCC), the concessionaire and operator of the Indiana Toll Road (ITR), confirmed that the annual increase to toll rates will take effect in July. Beginning July 1, 2025, the toll rate for a full-length 157-mile trip will increase to $16.21 for a Class 2 passenger vehicle, and $87.49 for a Class 5 truck.Toll rates vary according to vehicle class, distance travelled, and payment method, with most customers paying a...

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CEVA Joins Windrose To Test Long-Haul EV Trucking in China

June 27, 2025 1:00 PM

ANTWERP, BELGIUM / ACCESS Newswire / June 27, 2025 / CEVA Logistics in Greater China is coming together with Windrose, leading heavy-duty electric truck provider, to conduct a feasibility study for the deployment of long-haul electric vehicle (EV) trucking in China. This collaboration marks a significant step forward in CEVA's commitment to sustainability and its pioneering efforts to lead the sustainable development of the logistics industry. ...

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Auto Movers Choice Launches Free 15-Minute Webinar to Help Car Shipping Customers Avoid Bait-and-Switch Scams

June 26, 2025 11:12 AM

One in every five car shipping customers gets scammed - forced to pay hundreds more than they were originally quoted. In response, Auto Movers Choice, a family-owned nationwide vehicle transport company, is pulling back the curtain on deceptive pricing practices with a free, live 15-minute webinar led by industry insider Courtney Taylor (aka Court the Car Shipper).Caption: Courtney Taylor, co-founder of Auto Movers Choice and host of...

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Apex Capital Corp Achieves Industry-Leading NPS Score of 90, Reinforcing Commitment to Exceptional Client Service

June 25, 2025 10:00 AM

Apex Capital Corp, America's favorite factor and trusted partner to trucking companies nationwide, proudly announces an outstanding Net Promoter Score (NPS) of 90. The NPS metric, which measures client loyalty and the likelihood of recommending a company's services, is widely recognized as a gold standard for customer satisfaction. This achievement reflects Apex's unwavering dedication to delivering excellent customer service and innovative...

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Union Pacific Sued Over Train Sparks that Allegedly Ignited Rowena Fire

June 24, 2025 11:05 AM

On Monday, June 23, a lawsuit was filed on behalf of two residents impacted by the June 11, 2025, Rowena Fire, a devastating wildfire that broke out in Wasco County, Oregon and rapidly spread over 3,600 acres. The lawsuit alleges that Union Pacific was negligent, including by failing to comply with federal railroad safety and inspection laws, and caused the Rowena Fire after one of its trains in the Columbia River Gorge shot sparks into dry...

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MTM Transit Partners With RABA to Deliver Comprehensive Transit Services in Shasta County

June 24, 2025 11:00 AM

MTM Transit and the Redding Area Bus Authority (RABA) are proud to announce a new partnership that will deliver a robust suite of transit services to residents of Shasta County. As of June 1, MTM Transit has officially begun operations, providing fixed route transit services to the Redding community and surrounding areas in Northern California.This new contract includes fixed route service, demand response ADA paratransit, microtransit,...

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Softeon Named a Leader in G2's Grid(R) Report for Warehouse Management Summer 2025

June 24, 2025 10:30 AM

Softeon, the only tier-1 warehouse management system provider focused on optimizing warehouse and fulfillment performance to increase operational efficiency, today announced that it has been named a leader in G2's Grid® Report for Warehouse Management for Summer 2025.The G2 Grid® represents the authentic voice of real software users, offering insights that go beyond the subjective assessments of a single analyst. G2 evaluates products in the...

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1Logtech Appoints Supply Chain Leader Darcy MacClaren to Board of Directors

June 24, 2025 9:00 AM

1Logtech, a no-code iPaaS platform that enables shippers, 3PLs, and carriers to integrate systems and share logistics data without developers, today announced the appointment of Darcy MacClaren to its Board of Directors. MacClaren, an accomplished executive with nearly three decades of experience in supply chain technology and enterprise sales, most recently served as Global Chief Revenue Officer for SAP's Supply Chain Management...

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GP Transco Equips Fleet With ESMART Technology to Enhance Safety, Efficiency, and Customer Confidence

June 23, 2025 9:00 AM

GP Transco, one of the nation's leading trucking companies, announced today the full adoption of ESMART Dynamic Speed Management technology across its fleet, reinforcing its commitment to safety, innovation, and operational excellence.The ESMART technology enables real-time speed control, prevents bridge strikes, and significantly enhances fuel efficiency-all critical factors in ensuring on-time and secure deliveries for customers. This advanced...

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AELF Closes $55 Million Credit Facility With Merchants Bank

June 19, 2025 3:00 PM

Aircraft Engine Lease Finance, Inc ("AELF") announced today the completion of a $55 million line of credit provided by Indiana-based Merchants Bank. The financing will be used for the acquisition of commercial aircraft as AELF continues to expand its fleet."Merchants Bank has been a key partner in AELF's development, and we are very pleased to continue to expand that relationship as we grow the fleet and diversify our stable of high-quality...

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MTM Health Pledges $50,000 to Ronald McDonald House Charities of St. Louis

June 17, 2025 12:00 PM

In celebration of its 30th anniversary, MTM Health is proud to announce a $50,000 pledge to Ronald McDonald House Charities of St. Louis in support of its transformative Let's Make Room campaign. The pledge is being distributed over five years, and underscores MTM Health's ongoing commitment to removing community barriers and improving health outcomes for families in need - both through its healthcare access solutions and its MTM Giving...

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Hurricane Hustle: Get Your Checklist On

June 17, 2025 11:30 AM

Guest post submitted by Julie Case, Editor-In-Chief, Team RubiconGiven June is the beginning of hurricane season, our friends at FedEx have asked us to submit a guest post on hurricane preparedness. We happen to have an expert-approved hurricane preparedness checklist! You'll find a free link to it at the end of this post.With the 2025 hurricane season upon us, now is the time to begin preparations. Having a comprehensive hurricane preparation...

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AAOO Launches New Semi-Annual Membership for Truckers

June 17, 2025 10:00 AM

he American Association of Owner Operators (AAOO) just made it easier for truckers to save money and protect their business with a brand-new Semi-Annual Membership option.This new plan starts with a $1 trial for the first month, then continues at just $39.99 for 6 months. No monthly billing, no hassle, just a simplified, cost-effective way to have access to the services drivers rely on most."This is for truckers who want to lock in great...

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Kapsch TrafficCom Wins Multiple Contracts for Traffic Management Operations in New York State

June 17, 2025 7:15 AM

Kapsch TrafficCom is proud to announce the successful bids for the operation of two Traffic Management Centers (TMCs) in New York State. The contracts were awarded by the New York State Department of Transportation. The two centers are located in the cities of Rochester and Hornell.Starting April 1, Kapsch TrafficCom began the operations for both contracts having onboarded a total of 23 new team members - 17 in Rochester and six in Hornell....

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