Transportation Communications Newsletter
Friday, July 6, 2012 – ISSN 1529-1057
GPS / NAVIGATION
1) Why Americans and Europeans Give Directions Differently
Link to article on The Atlantic Cities:
MARITIME
2) Chennai Port Gets Vessel Traffic Management System
Link to article in Business Line:
http://www.thehindubusinessline.com/industry-and-economy/logistics/article3609416.ece
3) Helicam Offers Bird's Eye View of Georgia Port
Link to article in the Savannah Morning News:
http://savannahnow.com/exchange/2012-07-06/helicam-offers-birds-eye-view-port
PUBLIC INFORMATION / EDUCATION
4) US Transportation Bill Makes Technical Service Bulletins Available to Consumers
Link to article in Consumer Reports:
SAFETY / SECURITY
5) Bosses Pressed to Target Distracted Driving Employees
Link to article in The Examiner:
http://washingtonexaminer.com/bosses-pressed-to-target-distracted-driving-employees/article/2501384
6) US Immigration and Customs Enforcement to Buy Mobile License Plate Recognition System to Find Fugitive Aliens
Link to article in Government Security News:
http://www.gsnmagazine.com/node/26711
TAXIS
7) 300 Minicabs Add to London's Free Wi-Fi Services
Link to blog on ZDNet:
http://www.zdnet.com/300-minicabs-add-to-londons-free-wi-fi-services-7000000414/
TELEMATICS
8) Cutting-Edge Technology 'Huge' for Farmers, Dealerships
Link to article in Iowa Farmer Today:
TRAVELER INFORMATION / TRANSPORTATION MANAGEMENT
9) An Interview with New York City Traffic Reporter, Jeff McKay
Link to interview on All Access:
http://www.allaccess.com/news-talk-sports/10-questions/archive/13810/10-questions-with-jeff-mckay
News Releases
1) Kern County, California Unveils Free, Web-Based 511 Traveler Information Service
Upcoming Events
Insurance Telematics USA – September 5-6 – Chicago
http://www.telematicsupdate.com/insurance-telematics/
Friday Bonus
HOV Lanes: Babies – OK, Skeletons – Not OK.
http://www.seattlepi.com/local/article/Driver-used-skeleton-to-be-in-carpool-lane-2443733.php
Today in Transportation History
1747 **265th anniversary** John Paul Jones, best known for his naval service during the American Revolution, was born in Kirkcudbright, Scotland.
http://www.history.navy.mil/faqs/faq58-1.htm
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