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Biofouling — the accumulation of barnacles, plants and algae on ship hulls — is only getting worse as waters warm and as port congestion increases idle time, according to a recent I-Tech study.
As it builds up, the biological material adds drag and reduces fuel efficiency, costing shippers money and releasing greenhouse gases unnecessarily. The study found that the risk of biofouling accumulation increases significantly when a vessel idles or is in warmer water.
“Fouling takes place significantly...
Snow and ice are two of the worst conditions that truck drivers can face, and being as prepared as possible can reduce the risks of driving through winter storms. Earlier this month, FreightWaves offered several top winter weather driving tips for truckers. These are some additional, potentially life-saving tips suggested by drivers over the past few years.
Freezing rain
Some truckers say freezing rain is the most challenging and dangerous type of weather to deal with behind the wheel. It can be...
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