CHERRY HILL, N.J., March 14, 2019 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Bill
Bliem, Senior Vice President of Fleet Services at NFI, will speak
at TMC's (American Trucking Associations' Technology &
Maintenance Council) Annual Meeting & Transportation Technology
Exhibition taking place March 18 to 21,
2019 in Atlanta, Ga. The
panel session on March 21, titled
"International Forces Driving Electric Vehicle Standardization,"
will offer insight into current electric truck standards, including
the status of efforts to develop a global common charging station
standard for heavy-duty electric trucks.
During this panel, Bliem and other leading fleet technology
professionals will discuss what the industry is demanding from
electric truck original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) and
suppliers to attain durability, maintainability, and reliability.
They will also review implications for facility and operations
planning, what new diagnostic tools and troubleshooting practices
fleets will need to acquire, and what knowledge and skills the new
generation of technicians must master in order to keep an e-truck
fleet on the road.
"Sustainability continues to shape this fast-changing market,
and it's important for businesses to be proactive and closely
evaluate how new innovative initiatives like electric trucks might
impact them," said Bliem. "By aligning with a 3PL partner that
offers insight into trends and standards, businesses can ensure
their operation remains uninterrupted and at the forefront of
innovation."
As a leading supply chain provider, NFI currently operates more
than 4,000 tractors and 9,700 trailers across its dedicated and
drayage fleets. The company continuously explores new methods to
improve its environmental impact, and has partnered with industry
leaders like Volvo and Daimler to operate electric trucks. In
addition to dedicated transportation and port drayage solutions,
the company's integrated suite of services consists of
distribution, brokerage, transportation management, intermodal,
global logistics, and real estate.
Learn more about the event here.
About NFI – NFI is a fully integrated North American supply
chain solutions provider headquartered in Cherry Hill, N.J. Privately held by the Brown
family since its inception in 1932, NFI generates more than
$2 billion in annual revenue and
employs more than 10,900 associates. NFI owns facilities globally
and operates approximately 50 million square feet of warehouse and
distribution space. Its dedicated and drayage fleet consists of
over 4,000 tractors and 9,700 trailers. Its business lines include
dedicated transportation, distribution, transportation management,
port drayage, intermodal, brokerage, global logistics, and
commercial real estate.
For more information about NFI, visit
http://www.nfiindustries.com or call 1-877-NFI-3777.
SOURCE NFI Industries Inc