When it comes to bulk liquid transportation, it’s crucial to work with a chassis leasing company that understands trends in logistics, equipment technology, and industry needs. Penn Intermodal Leasing LLC is that kind of chassis leasing company. We will guide … Continue reading
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Understanding Bulk Liquid Transportation Equipment
Posted on Thursday January 3, 2019 by
Bulk liquid freight, such as petroleum products and chemicals, carry increased environmental risks and thus special care and equipment is needed when transporting these products. It’s of utmost importance for carriers to understand the necessary container specification and hazardous properties … Continue reading
The Impact of Hurricanes on the Logistics & Transportation Industry
Posted on Friday September 21, 2018 by
Labor Day through the new year is the busiest season for the transportation industry due to extra loads being shipped for the holiday season, fall harvest and the rise of online direct to consumer sales. It also happens to be … Continue reading
U.S. Proposed Chassis Tariffs in the Effect on the Chassis Shortage
Posted on Thursday September 6, 2018 by
Whether at a coastal port or a railyard in the heart of America, there is currently a chassis shortage throughout the United States. Major U.S. ports including the Port of LA, Port of New York- New Jersey, Savannah, Chicago, Baltimore, … Continue reading
Comparing the Options for Bulk Wine Transport
Posted on Thursday August 9, 2018 by
According to the California Wine Institute, California is the #1 wine producing state in the US and is the world’s 4th leading wine producing region after France, Italy, and Spain. When you factor in imports and exports, bulk wine transport … Continue reading
Podcasts Transportation Professionals Should Be Listening To
Posted on Tuesday July 31, 2018 by
Transportation professionals want brief, timely and topical industry news, insightful information on trends, and discourse from thought leaders, whether they are behind the wheel or on the beach. Popular podcasts offer entertaining audible news and a much needed break from … Continue reading
NACD Joins EPA Administrator for Signing of New RMP Proposed Rule
Posted on Thursday June 28, 2018 by
The National Association of Chemical Distributors (NACD) has submitted public comments in support of the Risk Management Program (RMP) Reconsideration proposed rule, which was signed by US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Administrator, Scott Pruitt, last month.The proposed rule is open … Continue reading
The April 2018 Educational Primer on Chemical Regulations for Canada and The US
Posted on Wednesday May 30, 2018 by
The EPA states that the purpose of this primer is to compile easy-to-use information for stakeholders potentially regulated under similar U.S. and Canadian regulations — Significant New Use Rules (SNUR) in the U.S. and Significant New Activity (SNAc) provisions in … Continue reading
What Trump’s Infrastructure Proposal Means for The Intermodal Industry
Posted on Wednesday April 18, 2018 by
Earlier this year, President Trump revealed his long-anticipated infrastructure program, which had been a recurring campaign promise during the 2016 election. Unsurprisingly, several of these policies will impact the intermodal shipping and transportation industry. Highlights of Trump’s Infrastructure Proposal President … Continue reading
Flexitanks Versus ISO Tank Containers for Bulk Liquid Transportation
Posted on Thursday February 1, 2018 by
Flexi-Tanks and tank containers are both used to transport bulk liquids. Depending on what you’re shipping, from where, and to where you’re cargo is going, one method might be better than the other. Bulk liquid transportation is an important segment … Continue reading
