The new propane-fueled port tractors are efficient, clean and low-cost alternatives to the previously used diesel-fueled units. (Photo by LP Gas staff)

How propane tractors are transforming port logistics

August 30, 2024 By Chris Markham

The Port of Newark is phasing out diesel-powered port tractors in favor of propane tractors.

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Mid-year 2024 propane industry observations

July 25, 2024 By Brian Richesson

Here are some of our biggest observations about the propane industry from the first half of this year.

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California approves rule banning spark-ignited forklifts

July 2, 2024 By Brian Richesson

The California Air Resources Board passed a new regulation that will phase out the operation of large spark-ignited forklifts beginning in 2026.

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Propane industry celebrates National Forklift Safety Day

June 14, 2023 By Ellen Kriz

The Industrial Truck Association celebrated National Forklift Safety Day with a discussion of updated safety guidelines from OSHA.

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MAFI's propane-powered port tractor. (Image: PERC)

New Jersey terminal switches to propane

December 29, 2022 By Danielle Pesta

Going forward, the Port Newark Container Terminal will use propane-powered equipment at its location in Newark, New Jersey.

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Forklift safety begins with trained employees who understand their job functions. (Photo: kali9/E+/Getty Images)

Forklift safety takes center stage

July 11, 2022 By Ellen Kriz

The Industrial Truck Association’s National Forklift Safety Day highlights critical forklift safety topics that propane retailers and customers should know.

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Propane makes push to replace diesel in ports

April 19, 2022 By Brian Richesson

A push to displace diesel equipment plus $450 million in federal infrastructure funding is helping to position propane as a fuel of choice in ports.

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PERC examines CARB ban on internal combustion engine forklifts

February 7, 2022 By Carly Bemer

The Propane Education & Research Council released an analysis that debates the California Air Resources Board’s proposed ban on internal combustion engine forklifts.

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Canadian Propane Association sponsors HGTV show

January 27, 2022 By Carly Bemer

The Canadian Propane Association is sponsoring the second season of HGTV Canada’s show, “Rock Solid Builds,” to help tell propane’s story.

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Forklift photo courtesy of Propane Education & Research Council (PERC)

North American forklift truck sales dip in 2020

May 7, 2021 By Brian Richesson

North American forklift truck sales decreased 5.1 percent in 2020 compared to the previous year, according to the Industrial Truck Association.

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