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PGT Trucking Introduces First Class 8 Zero-Emissions Truck into Its Pittsburgh Fleet

L dobbins — Tue, 18 Jul 2023 19:29:20 +0000

Aliquippa, PA, July 18, 2023 – PGT Trucking, Inc., a leader in flatbed transportation, is elevating their sustainable shipping solutions with the addition of a Nikola Class 8 zero-emissions truck to their Pittsburgh fleet. With ongoing advancements in battery technology and charging infrastructure, electric trucks are poised to play a crucial role in the future of the trucking industry, providing cleaner, more sustainable delivery methods.

“For the last few years, PGT Trucking has worked closely with our customers to better understand their company-wide sustainability initiatives,” said Gregg Troian, PGT Trucking President. “As their shipping partner, we needed to make investments within our fleet that would support these green energy commitments. With the addition of the Nikola Tre BEV to our Pittsburgh fleet, we will be poised to service local customers with the most cutting edge and sustainable equipment on the market.”

Allegheny County has been historically affected by various forms of pollution due to its industrial past and urban environment. The American Lung Association’s 2023 State of the Air Report ranked Allegheny County as the 25^th most polluted place to live in America.

PGT Trucking operates more than a quarter of its business in Western Pennsylvania, where the company was founded and remains headquartered today. Placing a zero-emissions vehicle into service in the Pittsburgh region was an intentional move by PGT Trucking, as the company looks to reduce their carbon footprint starting with their home base. It is estimated that a short-haul delivery made using this truck will eliminate PGT’s carbon emissions by more than 105,000 pounds annually.

The use of battery electric trucks brings several benefits to a trucking fleet and its customers, including the reduction of air pollution and greenhouse gas emissions. By eliminating tailpipe emissions, electric trucks help improve air quality, particularly in urban areas where trucks are heavily concentrated. According to a study by the North American Council for Freight Efficiency (NACFE), if 50% of the heavy-duty regional haul tractors were replaced with battery electric trucks, the industry could save an estimated 29.4 million metric tons of carbon dioxide equivalent annually.

“It’s important to note that while pollution remains a concern, efforts are being made by companies like PGT Trucking and our customers to improve air quality in Allegheny County,” added Troian. “PGT’s Future of Flatbed® program, focused on revolutionizing flatbed transportation, will positively impact the industry by reducing CO2 emissions, increasing operational efficiency and attracting young talent.”

Click here to learn more about PGT’s new Nikola Tre BEV unit.

About PGT Trucking:

PGT Trucking, Inc., founded in 1981, is a multi-service transportation firm offering flatbed, dedicated, international and specialized services. Headquartered in Aliquippa, PA, PGT is the leader in progressive freight transportation and fleet evolution. PGT operates over 1,000 power units and 1,500 trailers, exceeding customer expectations, focused on the Future of Flatbed®. PGT was recognized as a 2023 Best Fleets to Drive For®. At PGT Trucking, “Safety is Everyone’s Job – All the Time.” Visit www.pgttrucking.com.

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Metafora to Guide PGT Trucking’s Transportation Management Technology Strategy

csvetahor — Tue, 06 Jun 2023 13:12:04 +0000

PITTSBURGH, June 5, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — Metafora, an industry-leading technology consulting firm, has been selected by PGT Trucking Inc., a leader in multi-service transportation, to assist with its digital transformation. This significant partnership brings together PGT Trucking’s industry expertise and Metafora’s experience in technology consulting to accelerate PGT Trucking’s growth trajectory through a robust technology strategy.

“We’re excited to be leveraging Metafora’s insights and experience as we develop a custom transportation management system,” says Andrew Erin, Vice President of Technology Advancement at PGT Trucking. “Metafora understands the unique challenges of trucking and logistics. We have done a lot of the groundwork on our technology strategy, but with Metafora we can better serve our customers and professional drivers, and enable our employees to make more informed decisions more quickly. There are a lot of technology options available to trucking companies, and deciding what platforms are right for our unique business is where Metafora’s expertise will prove invaluable.”

Metafora’s Chief Growth Officer, Ryan Schreiber comments, “We are thrilled to work alongside PGT Trucking to help them meet their goals with the help of freight tech. The end goal in transportation and logistics is to have greater efficiency and flexibility in delivering across service lines, which helps control long-term costs. The wrong technology applications can prevent organizations from meeting their goals.”

Schreiber adds, “PGT was recognized in 2022 by FreightWaves as a Top 100 Freight Tech company; adding fuel to this fire is exciting.”

About Metafora

Metafora is a technology consulting firm focused on transportation, logistics and supply chain strategy. Metafora’s goal is to help businesses overcome obstacles and drive progress through better development and application of freight tech. Our mission is to drive the transportation industry forward, so we can contribute to a more efficient world together.

About PGT Trucking

PGT Trucking, Inc., a multi-service transportation firm offers flatbed, dedicated, international and specialized services. PGT is the leader in progressive freight transportation, focused on the Future of Flatbed^®. PGT was recognized as a 2023 Best Fleets to Drive For^®. At PGT Trucking, “Safety is Everyone’s Job – All the Time.” www.pgttrucking.com.

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PGT Trucking, Nikola and Nucor Partner to Launch Clean Energy Supply Chain Initiative

csvetahor — Fri, 26 May 2023 12:41:12 +0000

BRANDENBURG, KY, May 25, 2023 – PGT Trucking, Inc., a leader in flatbed transportation, delivered its inaugural shipment of low-greenhouse-gas steel via Nikola’s Class 8 battery-electric vehicle from Nucor’s new Brandenburg, KY, plant to a nearby fabricator, as part of its sustainable shipping solutions program.

To commemorate this first-ever shipment of low GHG intensity steel by a Class 8 zero-emissions truck, the companies welcomed team members, media and local officials to Nucor Brandenburg for a behind-the-scenes look at the sustainable equipment and commodities that are transforming the steel and transportation industries.

“PGT Trucking is proud to partner with companies like Nikola and Nucor who share a common vision and commitment to a greener future,” said Gregg Troian, PGT Trucking President. “We are confident that these relationships will help guide PGT’s Future of Flatbed^® initiatives, allowing us to reach our goal of a 35% reduction in emissions of our company-owned equipment by the year 2025.”

Participants heard formal presentations from Troian; Nikola Global Head, FCEV Market Development Jason Roycht; Nucor EVP of Plate & Structural Products Al Behr; and Nucor Steel Brandenburg GM Johnny Jacobs. Attendees were then taken on a guided and interactive tour of the Nikola Class 8 battery-electric semi-truck and charging station.

“For more than five decades, Nucor has been built on the sustainable model of producing steel with a low carbon footprint,” stated Behr. “Even though we are one of the cleanest steelmakers in the world, we know we need to continue to lower our greenhouse gas intensity. This partnership with PGT and Nikola is just one example of the innovative ways Nucor is working to reduce its carbon emissions.”

Nucor has installed charging stations at multiple mills, including Brandenburg, to enable the use of battery electric flatbed trucks. It is estimated that a short haul delivery made using this truck will reduce carbon emissions by 40% and create a 20% savings in energy cost, per trip.

According to a study by the North American Council for Freight Efficiency (NACFE), if 50% of the heavy-duty regional haul tractors were replaced with battery electric trucks, the industry could save an estimated 29.4 million metric tonnes of carbon dioxide equivalent annually.

“Nikola is proud to partner with PGT Trucking to play a role in Nucor’s inaugural shipment of low GHG intensity steel with our Class 8 Tre battery-electric truck,” said Roycht. “This level of teamwork between product manufacturer, transportation provider, and vehicle manufacturer is exactly what it will take to evolve the industry to zero-emission trucking. We look forward to continuing this journey with PGT Trucking and Nucor.”

“By aligning our business objectives with those of our customers, PGT is advancing the transportation industry to move more freight in an efficient and environmentally clean manner,” added Troian.

Additional event photos and video can be found here.

About PGT Trucking:

PGT Trucking, Inc., founded in 1981, is a multi-service transportation firm offering flatbed, dedicated, international and specialized services. Headquartered in Aliquippa, PA, PGT is the leader in progressive freight transportation and fleet evolution. PGT operates over 1,000 power units and 1,500 trailers, exceeding customer expectations, focused on the Future of Flatbed^®. PGT was recognized as a 2023 Best Fleets to Drive For^®. At PGT Trucking, “Safety is Everyone’s Job – All the Time.” Visit www.pgttrucking.com.

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Sustainable Supply Chain in Action: PGT Trucking, Nucor and Nikola Partnership

csvetahor — Thu, 25 May 2023 19:30:57 +0000

In May 2023, PGT Trucking delivered our first shipment of low-greenhouse-gas steel via Nikola’s Class 8 battery-electric vehicle from Nucor Brandenburg to a nearby fabricator. The shipment was an example of PGT’s sustainable shipping solutions program, offering zero-emission transportation services by using the Nikola Tre BEV truck. Nucor, an industry leader in sustainable steel and steel products, hosted a commemorative event to celebrate the shipment at their new plant in Brandenburg, Kentucky, which specializes in the production of low GHG intensity steel. Company team members, media and local officials enjoyed a behind-the-scenes look at the sustainable equipment and commodities that are transforming the steel and transportation industries.

Through the Future of Flatbed^®, PGT is committed to innovative and sustainable initiatives that provide efficient, safe and environmentally friendly transportation solutions to our customers, helping us achieve our carbon emissions reduction goal. Deliveries made using the battery-electric truck are estimated to reduce carbon emissions by 40% and create a 20% savings in energy costs per trip.

Interested in joining our team?

PGT is taking the trucking industry to the next level through the Future of Flatbed. Join the company revolutionizing transportation with innovative technology and sustainable equipment. PGT is dedicated to improving our efficiency, reducing our CO2 emissions and enhancing the work/life balance for our flatbed truck drivers.

We have positions for company flatbed truck drivers, lease purchase operators and owner-operators. PGT was named a 2023 Best Fleets to Drive For^® Top 20 Company. Apply today!

View a list of open corporate positions here.

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PGT Trucking Redesigns Website to Showcase Innovative Shipping Solutions

L dobbins — Thu, 29 Sep 2022 18:38:40 +0000

Aliquippa, PA, September 29, 2022 – PGT Trucking Inc., a multi-service transportation firm offering flatbed, dedicated, international and specialized services, announced the launch of their newly redesigned website, www.pgttrucking.com, aimed at enhancing the user experience, highlighting PGT’s service offerings and aiding in the company’s recruiting efforts.

“Over the last year, we have made a conscious effort to better align our brand strategy with our evolving mission and direction as a company,” said Paul Martin, PGT Trucking Chief Innovation Officer. “The new website encompasses our Future of Flatbed^SM initiatives and gives the user a more engaging and interactive experience.”

PGT Trucking, recently named to the Pittsburgh Technology Council’s Tech 50 and FreightWaves’ FreightTech 100 lists, has focused on implementing revolutionary technologies across their operating system, leading advancements within the transportation industry. PGT has applied this same approach to their website re-launch, increasing visibility of their progressive transportation solutions and streamlining access to the latest company news and insights.

With a responsive mobile and tablet friendly platform, the improved website is easily accessible for users on-the-go and presents a clean, modern look, with refreshed content, photos and videos. Prospective drivers can learn about PGT’s career opportunities and apply with just one click, and potential customers can quickly identify the best transportation solution for their needs. The easy-to-use navigation and contemporary feel appeals to all audiences and provides enhanced access to PGT’s services.

In the next phase of updates, the website will include multiple language translation options and contain additional material for PGT’s Media Center.

PGT Trucking is proud to partner with TWIO Brand, a Utah-based digital and brand marketing agency, for their website redesign, marketing strategy and design support.

About PGT Trucking:

PGT Trucking, Inc. is a multi-service transportation firm offering flatbed, dedicated, international and specialized services. PGT is the leader in progressive freight transportation and fleet evolution, exceeding customer expectations with a strong focus on the Future of Flatbed^SM. At PGT Trucking, “Safety is Everyone’s Job – All the Time.” Visit www.pgttrucking.com.

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