Wednesday, August 23, 2017

Member Benefits at National Tank Truck Carriers


A leading provider of bulk truck and intermodal transport, Linden Bulk Transportation works closely with clients throughout North America. Headquartered in New Jersey, Linden Bulk Transportation is a member of National Tank Truck Carriers.

An industry organization dedicated to serving the needs of the tank truck industry, National Tank Truck Carrier (NTTC) promotes safety and success among members. Working closely with members throughout the trucking industry, NTTC offers membership benefits such as informational resources. Via a team of professional staff members, NTTC provides answers to some of the most challenging questions about the tank trucking industry.

From a legislative perspective, NTTC establishes contact with elected representatives and advocates for important issues. Over the years, NTTC has advocated for issues such as security-related regulations, rising insurance costs, and inspection requirements. Members can also participate in NTTC meetings and seminars, where they meet with fellow tank truckers and key decision makers. In terms of safety and environmental compliance, NTTC offers periodic safety and cleaning conferences, as well as recognition programs for excellent in safety management.

Friday, August 18, 2017

New INFRA Rebuilding America Grant Program Takes Form


Based in New Jersey and with facilities spanning several states, Linden Bulk Transportation offers solutions that meet the carrier needs of companies in the bulk liquid product, chemical, and petroleum spheres. Linden Bulk Transportation stays at the forefront of trends within a tank trucking industry that is making rapid gains in the safety and efficiency arenas. 

One key concern within the industry is an aging infrastructure, which is threatening bridges and roads along vital transportation lines. A discretionary grant program recently launched by the The Department of Transportation (DOT), Infrastructure for Rebuilding America (INFRA) seeks to combine direct federal funding for urgent projects with increased overall investment by local, state, and private entities.

Through public-private investment partnerships and other innovative project delivery processes, long term improvements can begin to move forward. Under recently released DOT notice of funding opportunity guidelines, large projects must be $25 million or larger to qualify for grants. Approximately 10 percent of INFRA funds are set aside for small projects of at least $5 million in scope, and a minimum of 25 percent of the funds must be directed toward rural areas of the country.