In late 2016, there is expected to be a new mandate for truck drivers. The mandate, which is enforced and implemented by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, calls for trucks to install an Electronic Logging Device. This is also known as an E-Log. The Electronic Logging Device is used for keeping track of the hours of driving. The American Trucking Association, and other organizations and companies, such as freight forwarders nationwide, support this mandate.
A few weeks ago, MAN Diesel & Turbo revealed their MAN EcoCam, with a unique technology used for ocean freight vessels. In essence, this engineering equipment alters the exhaust-valve timing and results in 2-5 g/kw fuel savings for the carrier. The Man EcoCam continues to facilitate a vessel for slow steaming. A lot has been said about slow steaming, and it is great to have technology companies and even freight forwarders support this popular practice.
