Tag: Transportation

BNSF Logistics Buys International Firm

BNSF Logistics LLC moved into the international sector with its Feb. 1 acquisition of Diversified Freight Logistics Inc. and Royal Cargo Line, together known as DFL.

Summit Leader Lands Props, Second Career (First Person)

Dave Powell has plenty of plans and aspirations for Bentonville’s Summit Aviation

Wal-Mart Tops the of Biggest Deals of 2007

Wal-Mart occupies the top positions in our annual Biggest Deals list.

Do You Have What it Takes To be a Respected Leader? (The Human Factor)

Leaders are not only respected for their obvious accomplishments, but also for their integrity, strong families, engagement with their churches and involvement in their communities.

CaseStack Creates Sustainability Buzz

Wal-Mart Stores Inc. and University of Arkansas representatives welcomed CaseStack Inc. employees to Northwest Arkansas with an informational luncheon at the World Trade Center in Rogers Jan. 16.

Peer Praise Dynamic Proves Most Valuable for Creatures (Human Factor by Patrick Sbarra)

Preparing an inspiring year-end team meeting had been a bit of challenge until I had a moment of insight and clarity while preparing a program to celebrate a record- setting year in 2006.

Classic Cars Come to Life at Hog City Customs (First Person)

Cars play a big part in people’s lives, and I like to make them look good. I’m one of those types that if you put something in front of me, I like to make it a little bit better or different or more distinct.

Leaders Seek Stronger Ties with China in ’08

Business leaders in Northwest Arkansas are taking steps to draw jobs from Chinese companies and increase the state’s exports to the world’s largest market.

Rogers Garners German Aircraft

Officials with Rogers Municipal Airport/Carter Field have just signed a new tenant. Only this one doesn?t hail from Northwest Arkansas, or even the United States.

Northwest Arkansas Business Journal Best & Worst of 2007: Year of the Slowdown

The real estate slowdown, developer struggles and banking worries dominated 2007.

How to Earn Employee Trust and Commitment (Human Factor by Bruce Johanson)

Thus, the question that needs to be asked and answered is “What can we do to gain or regain genuine employee commitment?”

Bentonville Begins Terminal Rebuild

Don Peters Construction Inc. begins work on new Bentonville Municipal Airport terminal.

Jobs, Services Heat up Highfill

With expanded sewer service on the way, Highfill is poised to grow while keeping true to its small-town roots.

Mobility Planning Can Lighten Region?s Economic Load (Commentary)

Public officials and planners may need to consider less costly but effective alternatives that would reduce congestion on existing highways, at least until the current funding difficulties are resolved.

Arkansas’ Top Executives Earn More Than $197 Million in 2006

The top 99 executives at Arkansas’ 21 public companies together earned more than $197 million in 2006.

Embrace Successful, Meaningful Meetings (Human Factor)

If you must endure meetings, make them productive.

Lofts at Underwood Elevated by $7.4M Building Permit (Real Deals)

On Oct. 15 Crossland Construction bought a $7.24 million building permit for the construction of The Lofts at Underwood Plaza in Fayetteville.

BNSF Logistics Plans for International Market

Springdale-based BNSF Logistics will soon be making the move into the international transportation management sector through a company acquisition.

Toyota of Northwest Arkansas Doubling Used Car Sales

Toyota of Northwest Arkansas is in the process of adding an additional 4 acres to its dealership to accommodate a new 13,000-SF used car showroom and service facility.

Centers For Children Accelerates Growth

The Centers for Children in Lowell is accelerating its growth plans to keep up with demand and to increase revenue.

Arkansas Tourism Ticker: Tourism tax numbers down through August, job numbers up

Acres.com, ULI NWA establish partnership

Connections: Yellow Rocket Concepts hosts gift card fundraiser

Coon Supper, pre-event reception scheduled for Jan. 10