Environment
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Sustainability
5 maritime sustainability trends for 2021
IMO 2020 and new amendments have the potential to further lower emissions for maritime freight. Carriers are using low-emission fuels, scrubbers and shore-to-ship power.
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Sustainability
5 rail sustainability trends for 2021
Railroads are leveraging automation and evaluating assets to improve fuel efficiency. Corporate climate goals are on the rise as railroads increase their conservation and emission-reducing…
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Infographics
Daily Infographic: The Vessel Incidental Discharge Act: Phase 1
The first of a two-part regime imposing new pollution control standards on ships has been released for public comment.
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News
Freight start-ups poised to hire despite economic turndown
Flock Freight has added 50 new team members since June.
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Infographics
Daily Infographic: Empty miles are full of dispute
When evaluating empty-mile data, comparisons are not necessarily apples to apples.
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Shared Truckload
Logistics company embraces greener practices for brighter future
Shared truckload offers shippers the opportunity to utilize truckload services to deliver partial shipments – without leaving part of the trailer empty.
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White Papers
White Paper – Solving Inefficiencies with Green Freight Shipping Solutions
This white paper, brought to you by Flock Freight, explores the countless inefficiencies that affect sustainability within the LTL shipping industry, as well as what…
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Legal issues
Volkswagen hit with $86.2 million fine for emissions cheating
A record Australian fine of A$125 million ($86.2 million) has been imposed on Volkswagen because of its false emissions statements.
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Canada
Trudeau, Liberals poised to secure re-election with weaker support
Preliminary results in Canada’s federal election point to a minority government that will require the support of parties, which may push for stronger environmental policies.
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Energy
Commentary: A Green New Deal for freight transport?
This Green New Deal for Freight Transport is a series of cost-effective practical steps, using existing technologies to achieve zero emission freight transport by 2050.
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