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US Senators Introduce Carbon Capture, Sequestration Bill

Legislation that would promote carbon capture and sequestration tax breaks was recently introduced by a group of U.S. senators.

April 5, 2021
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Maine Gov. Mills’ Executive Order Aims to Accelerate Vehicle Electrification

Maine Gov. Janet Mills signed an executive order to accelerate “clean transportation solutions” through measures such as increased charging infrastructure and more electric vehicles.

April 5, 2021
GovernmentBusinessSafety

Biden’s Big Infrastructure Plan Hits McConnell, GOP Blockade

WASHINGTON — Republicans in Congress are betting that it’s more advantageous to oppose President Joe Biden’s rebuild America agenda than to lend support for the $2.25 trillion undertaking for roads, bridges and other infrastructure investments.

April 5, 2021
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CARB Extends One-Time Reporting Requirement Deadline to May 1

California environmental regulators have extended to May 1 the mandated deadline for motor carriers that operate in the state with $50 million or more in 2019 revenue, or carriers with more than 50 trucks, to file a one-time report about their trucks and operations.

April 5, 2021
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European Manufacturers Race on Electric Vehicle Batteries

With Europe expected to lead the world in electric-car sales for a second straight year, an epic rush to build a battery-supply chain from scratch is playing out across the continent.

April 5, 2021
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Ford-Backed Self-Driving Startup Argo AI Mulling IPO This Year

Argo AI, the self-driving startup backed by Ford Motor Co. and Volkswagen AG, is considering going public as soon as this year, according to people familiar with its plans.

April 5, 2021
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Interactive Map: Where the 2021 Top 50 Logistics Companies Are in North America

Find out where the 2021 Top 50 Logistics Companies are located by regions and by state in North America with our interactive map.

April 3, 2021
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About Us: Transport Topics Top 50 Logistics Companies

The Transport Topics’ Top 50 Logistics Companies is a listing of the largest logistics companies in North America.

April 3, 2021
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Drones Could Help Bridge Divides for Vaccine Distribution

The challenge of ensuring equitable distribution of the coronavirus vaccine is one of global scale, and the city of Miami provides a backdrop for the social and economic divides that the medical community must overcome.

April 3, 2021
BusinessTechnologyLogisticsTop 50

Lineage Logistics Acquires Cryo-Trans for $500 Million

Cold-storage specialist Lineage Logistics is branching into rail.

April 3, 2021

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