Chemical Plant Fire Prompts Evacuations Near Atlanta
A fire at the BioLab chemical plant in Conyers, Georgia, on Sunday caused major disruptions and evacuations after a sprinkler malfunction led to the release of a large chemical plume.
Small Trucking Company Faces Financial Strain After Costly Tow on Georgia's I-75
A small trucking company, Elshaddai Truckers and Logistics, found themselves staring at a hefty bill for a tow job when one of their box trucks gave out on the busy southbound stretch of I-75 in Henry County, Georgia.
Federal Judge Orders Georgia Redistricting in Victory for Democrats and Voting Rights Act
Georgia legislators will hold a special session in November to redraw congressional districts following a federal judge's ruling that found several districts, as well as Senate and House districts, violated the Voting Rights Act.
Over 700 Georgia Bridges Deemed Inadequate for Heavier Trucks Permitted by New Law
More than 700 bridges in Georgia are unable to handle the increased weight limits approved by lawmakers earlier this year, as reported by Deputy Chief Engineer Andrew Heath to the State Transportation Board.
DHL Express Unveils Sustainable Americas Hub in Atlanta to Strengthen Global Connections and Service Capabilities
DHL Express has opened its Americas region hub at the Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport, investing $84.5 million to enhance its connections and service capabilities.
Target Strengthens Reach with New Extension Facility
Target has opened its first extension facility in Smyrna, Georgia, allowing the retailer to reach an additional 500,000 customers for next-day delivery in the Atlanta area.
Schools in Georgia and Wyoming to Increase Training for Truck Drivers
Georgia and Wyoming colleges are expanding their commercial driver's license (CDL) programs to address the shortage of truck drivers.
Hyundai and LG Join Forces for $4.3 Billion Georgia Plant to Manufacture Electric Vehicle Batteries
Hyundai Motor Group and LG Energy Solution have announced plans to construct a $4.3 billion electric battery plant as part of Hyundai's new electric vehicle assembly plant in Georgia.
Senators in Georgia let up on truck weight limits
A plan to increase the weight limits on Georgia state highways has been a hot topic in the state's Senate Transportation Committee.
The Georgia Ports Authority now boasts approximately 6 million TEUs in volume
Reporting 5.9 million TEUs in 2022, the 5% increase compared to 2021 is a point of major success for the Port of Savannah.
Port of Savannah congestion eases after November volume drops
With seventeen container ships sitting in a vessel queue outside of the Port of Savannah, Georgia’s harbor, it’s a pleasant relief after the reported thirty ships in line in October.