Association hosts Specialized Transportation Symposium.April 29, 2008 -
Scheduled for June 4-6 in Cincinnati OH, Annual Specialized Transportation Symposium will address oversize/overweight transport, updates on permit process, steps toward uniformity, increased volume of overdimensional loads, and impact of infrastructure delay. Senior FHWA official will discuss national policy and strategies to increase safety and improve freight mobility. Other sessions will cover EPA's Smart Way Program, accident response, and changes in rules regarding load securement.
Specialized Transportation Symposium To Be Hosted By SC&RA in Cincinnati |
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Specialized Carriers and Rigging Association
2750 Prosperity Avenue
Fairfax, VA, 22031-4312
USA
Press release date: March 25, 2008
03/25/2008 - (FAIRFAX, Va.) March 25, 2008 - The Specialized Carriers & Rigging Association (SC&RA) will host its Annual Specialized Transportation Symposium, June 4-6, at the Hilton Cincinnati Netherland Plaza Hotel, Cincinnati, Ohio. The event is expected to attract more than 350 specialized carriers, state and federal government officials, researchers, manufacturers and suppliers.
For over 20 years, a highlight of the symposiums has been a candid appraisal by state transportation officials concerning critical issues concerning oversize/overweight transport. Among the issues expected to be addressed this year are updates on the permit process, recent steps toward greater uniformity, increased volume of overdimensional loads and the impact of infrastructure delay. Panelists will be Richard Clasby, Utah DOT; Joe Lee-Civalier, New York DOT; and Michelle Teel, Missouri DOT.
A senior Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) official will discuss national policy and strategies to increase safety and improve freight mobility. The official will cover issues relating to size and weight, regulatory actions and strategies to enhance national transportation efficiencies.
Charles Petty, a humorous motivational speaker who has been inducted into the National Speaker Hall of Fame, will discuss the importance of maintaining energy and purpose in life and work. His presentation will include tips on achieving and maintaining a health productivity level.
Other sessions will cover such topics as: -- Pilot car rules, controls and proper use -- The Environmental Protection Agency's Smart Way Program to improve fuel efficiency and reduce emissions -- Accident response and effective crisis management -- Effective industry partnerships with the Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance and other enforcement groups -- SC&RA transportation goals and accomplishments -- Hauling Jobs of the Year Winners for 2007 and 2008 -- The impact of changes in rules regarding load securement, hours on service and electric on-board recorders
Still another highlight will be the Exhibit Center, featuring leading companies that supply products and services to specialized carriers. The Exhibit Center will be open on two days.
Many attendees will be arriving early for meetings of the Pilot Car Task Force and of regional associations of state highway transportation and permitting on June 3.
Until April 11, early-bird registration fees are available at $350 for members and $250 for each additional member, $410 for nonmembers, $90 for government employees and $110 for spouses.
Visit www.scranet.org and click on the Events/Registration at the top of the page to review the official program, which includes registration forms for the event, hotel rooms and exhibits. Information also is available by calling SC&RA at (703) 698-0291.
The Specialized Carriers and Rigging Association (SC&RA) is an international trade association of nearly 1,400 members from 43 nations. Members are involved in specialized transportation, machinery moving and erecting, industrial maintenance, millwrighting and crane and rigging operations, manufacturing and rental. SC&RA helps members run more efficient and safer businesses by monitoring and affecting pending legislation and regulatory policies at the state and national levels; researching and reporting on safety concerns and best business practices; and providing four yearly forums where these and other relevant member issues can be advanced.
CONTACT: Terry White Specialized Carriers & Rigging Association (703) 425-4297 twhite@scranet.org
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