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Uber Eats campaign introduces irrepressibly upbeat cycle courier

Uber Eats has launched its first major stand-alone campaign, starring an infectiously positive cycle courier who amuses and baffles with his quest to "bring it" to hungry customers. Mother London has produced four ads starring comedian Guz Khan, …

The carbon cost of home delivery and how to avoid it

Delivering online shopping to people's homes is a huge source of greenhouse gas emissions, particularly when deliveries fail and the journey needs to be repeated. Researchers are now re-thinking home deliveries to see if there is a better way of doing …

No wind-up: Irish down 300,000 pints each day

As a nation, we down an estimated 300,000 pints every single day — and 200,000 bottles of wine. And to help us unwind, we spend in the region of €22m eating out, trips to the cinema, attending events, socialising and pampering ourselves daily. The pub is …

Amsterdam-based Bringly raises pre-seed round to expand sustainable delivery service - EU-Startups

Dutch startup Bringly, a sustainable same-day delivery platform, has secured a pre-seed funding round from ASIF Ventures. The startup will use the funding to create new partnerships with bike companies and improve its software. Bringly, founded in 2019, is …

Food delivery bike couriers in Australia being underpaid by up to $322 a week

Food delivery bike couriers are being underpaid by up to $322 a week compared with minimum rates of pay and superannuation in the transport award, according to new union statistics. The Young Workers Centre – an initiative of the Victoria Trades Hall …

Discovery of 'cellular bike couriers' could shed light on disease spreading mechanisms

A previously unknown component of our cells that delivers proteins like a bike courier in heavy traffic could shed light on the mechanisms that allow cells to spread in diseases such as cancer. The new vesicle discovered by scientists from the University …

Discovery of 'cellular bike couriers' clue to disease spreading

A previously unknown component of our cells that delivers proteins like a bike courier in heavy traffic could shed light on the mechanisms that allow cells to spread in diseases such as cancer. The new vesicle discovered by scientists from the University …

Does a bike rider's fuel cause her to put out as much CO2 as a car rider's?

Not by a long shot, but the answer is still interesting. In the carbon footprint spreadsheet I developed for the 1.5 degree lifestyle, I did not include anything for cycling or walking, considering them zero carbon activities. Then I saw a tweet fly by: …

Winnipeg man's bike courier business salvaged after thieves steal trailer

Stuart Irvine's big hope to get a bike delivery business rolling — offering services from picking up recycling and compost to delivering groceries — was derailed when his cart was stolen outside his Winnipeg apartment. But the 48-year-old, who has a …

Cyclists unite! Jakarta hosts Cycle Messenger World Championship

The Jakarta International Expo (JIExpo) in Kemayoran, Central Jakarta, was vibrant on Sunday morning, as cyclists from around the world gathered to join the final round of a global cycling competition. Enthusiasts crowded the exhibition center on Aug. 25  …

Rideshare Drivers From Around the World Are Coming Together, With Help From a Familiar Benefactor

Photo: Damian Dovarganes (AP) As Uber, Lyft, and lesser-known transportation companies masquerading as tech firms have gradually squeezed savings out of their contingent workforces, those same contract drivers have gotten angry and organized. The first big …

New mural to celebrate Edinburgh’s vital wartime cycling messengers

They were the forgotten heroes who put their lives in danger to save others, cycling between bombsites and the members of the civic defence force. Now, 80 years on since the beginning of the Second World War, these messenger youths will be commemorated in …

Russia’s Google will bring you groceries in just 15 minutes

By: Bloomberg | Moscow | Updated: January 28, 2020 3:48:55 pm Yandex entered the Russian online grocery business last year, looking to tap a market that the researcher INFOLine estimates could surge about fivefold to 200 billion rubles by 2023. (Image: …

Russia’s Google delivers speedy online orders by bicycle

Moscow — In Moscow, online orders delivered in just 15 minutes by bicycle is what the future of shopping may hold. Russia’s largest technology company, Yandex, is getting groceries to Moscow homes within a quarter of an hour, free of charge. Its new online …

Order online and get groceries delivered in 15 minutes. Yes, in this city

Russia’s largest technology company, Yandex NV, is getting groceries to Moscow homes within a quarter of an hour, free of charge. Its new online service, called Lavka, has spread small warehouses across the capital stocked with about 2,000 items and uses …

How a Eugene startup uses bike couriers to move the wine industry

Round Up: 10 Little-Known British Manufacturers Making Exciting Stuff

Previously, we took a look at 10 little-known German and 10 continental European manufacturers making exciting stuff. Now it's time to cue the national anthem, fiercely defend the monarchy, and put the kettle on. We're off to Britain. BETD GOLDTEC …

Bike courier accused of attacking motorist released on $1K bail

A cyclist who turned himself in to police after video surfaced online last week that appears to show a bike courier attacking a motorist has been released on $1,000 bail. Paolo Diluciano, 30, surrendered to police on Sunday and made a brief court …

Bike courier believed to be involved in video of motorist attack turns himself in

A cyclist has turned himself in to police after video surfaced online last week that appears to show a bike courier attacking a motorist during rush hour in downtown Toronto. The violent confrontation took place Thursday at around 4:30 p.m. at the corner …

Holger Danske rises as Denmark SailGP Team launches boat in Sydney

The Denmark SailGP Team, presented by ROCKWOOL, unveiled its supercharged F50 catamaran in Sydney on Tuesday. ROCKWOOL International A/S (NASDAQ:ROCK B) SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA, February 18, 2020 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Denmark SailGP Team, …

Wisconsin Trucking Company Honored with The Truckload Carriers Association Fleet Safety Award

Veriha Trucking has been recognized by The TCA in its Annual Fleet Safety Awards. Winners are selected by the lowest accident frequency ratios per million miles MARINETTE, WISCONSIN, UNITED STATES, February 18, 2020 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Veriha …

Ocean Freight Forwarding Market SWOT Analysis of Top Key Player Forecasts to 2026

New Study Reports "Ocean Freight Forwarding Market 2020 Global Market Opportunities, Challenges, Strategies and Forecasts 2026" has been Added WiseGuyReports PUNE, MAHARASHTRA, INDIA, February 18, 2020 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Ocean …

GOGL - Q4 2019 Presentation

Please find enclosed the presentation of Golden Ocean Group Limited’s fourth quarter 2019 results for today’s webcast / conference call at 15:00 CET. This information is subject to the disclosure requirements pursuant to Section 5-12 the Norwegian …

XPO Logistics to Showcase Award-Winning “Pick and Put to Light” Technology at SITL Europe

GREENWICH, Conn., Feb. 18, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) --  XPO Logistics, Inc. (NYSE: XPO), a leading global provider of transportation and logistics solutions, will present its Pick and Put to Light system in the innovation gallery at SITL 2020 from March 17 to …

 Nordic American Tankers Limited (NYSE: NAT) –Report for the fourth quarter 2019 and the twelve months ending December ...

Hamilton, Bermuda, February 18, 2020 Highlights:  Our Net Profit for 4Q2019 came in at $12.7m against a Net Loss of $13.7m for 3Q2019 and a Net Loss of $10.5m in 4Q2018.   Today we announce distribution of our 90th consecutive quarterly dividend. The …

SFL - Preliminary Q4 2019 results and quarterly cash dividend of $0.35 per share

Preliminary Q4 2019 results and quarterly cash dividend of $0.35 per share Hamilton, Bermuda, February 18, 2020. SFL Corporation Ltd. (“SFL” or the “Company”) today announced its preliminary financial results for the quarter ended December 31, 2019. …

Hermitage Offshore Services Ltd. Announces Fourth Quarter Earnings Release date of February 27, 2020

HAMILTON, Bermuda, Feb. 18, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Hermitage Offshore Services Ltd. (the “Company”) announced today that it plans to issue its fourth quarter of 2019 earnings after the market close on Thursday, February 27, 2020.  About the Company …

South Africa (SA) Rugby, FlySafair renew sponsorship for another four years

Download logo FlySafair will continue to provide the Springboks and SA Rugby (https://www.SARugby.co.za/) with safe and comfortable flights in and around South Africa after it was announced on Tuesday that their sponsorship as domestic airline …

GOGL – Fourth Quarter 2019 Results

Golden Ocean Group Limited (NASDAQ: GOGL / OSE: GOGL) (the “Company” or “Golden Ocean”), a leading dry bulk shipping company, today announced its results for the quarter ended December 31, 2019.  Highlights       · Net income of $41.0 million and …

Global Helium Market 2020 Industry Key Players, Trends, Sales, Supply, Demand, Analysis and Forecast 2023

WiseGuyReports.com adds “Global Helium Market Research Report 2020” reports to its database. PUNE, MAHARASTRA, INDIA, February 17, 2020 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Helium Market: Executive Summary The helium market consists of sales of helium …

Returnable Asset Monitoring Market: Global Share, Size, Trends and Growth Analysis Forecast to 2020-2025

Returnable Asset Monitoring -Market Demand, Growth, Opportunities and Analysis Of Top Key Player Forecast To 2025 PUNE, MAHARASHTRA, INDIA, February 17, 2020 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Returnable Asset Monitoring Industry Description The …

FreightCar America, Inc. Announces Date for Fourth Quarter 2019 Earnings Conference Call

CHICAGO, Feb. 17, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- FreightCar America, Inc. (Nasdaq: RAIL) will host a conference call and live webcast on Thursday February 27, 2020 at 11:00 a.m. (Eastern Standard Time) to discuss the Company’s fourth quarter 2019 financial …

DCP Midstream Names Corey Walker President of Operations

DENVER, Feb. 17, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Today, DCP Midstream, LP (NYSE: DCP) announced that Corey Walker has joined the company as the President of Operations. DCP’s executive team includes two President of Operations roles that oversee an equal portion …

Sonoco Again Ranked in Barron's 100 Most Sustainable Companies in the U.S. Listing

HARTSVILLE, S.C., Feb. 17, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Sonoco (NYSE: SON), one of the largest global diversified packaging companies, has again been listed on the third annual Barron’s 100 Most Sustainable Companies in the United States list. This year marks …

CN Supportive of the Amendment to the Ministerial Order on Train Speed

MONTREAL, Feb. 16, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- CN (TSX: CNR) (NYSE: CNI) is supportive of the decision by Canada’s Transport Minister to amend the Ministerial Order issued on February 7, 2020. That Order restricted the speed of trains carrying dangerous goods …

New Illegal Blockades in Vaughan and Vancouver, CN Concerned About Safety

MONTREAL, Feb. 15, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- CN (TSX: CNR) (NYSE: CNI) announced that there have been new blockades on its network today, one in Vancouver, B.C., and two in Vaughan, ON. CN has sought and obtained court orders and requested the assistance of …

Association of Ghana Industry & Accra Metropolitan Assembly to partner the 4th Ghana Int'l Conference on Trade & Finance

The 4th Ghana International Trade & Finance Conference ACCRA, GHANA, February 14, 2020 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Association of Ghana Industries (AGI) and the Accra Metropolitan Assembly (AMA) are collaborating with organisers for the fourth …

Targa Resources Partners LP Announces Monthly Distribution on Preferred Units

HOUSTON, Feb. 14, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Targa Resources Partners LP (“Targa Resources Partners” or the “Partnership”) (NYSE: NGLS PR A) announced its monthly distribution on the Partnership’s 9.00% Series A Fixed-to-Floating Rate Cumulative Redeemable …

DHT Holdings, Inc. announces an adjustment to the conversion price of its 4.5% Convertible Senior Notes due 2021

HAMILTON, BERMUDA, February 14, 2020 – DHT Holdings, Inc. (NYSE:DHT) (the “Company”) announced that, in connection with the effect of the previously announced cash dividend of $0.32 per share of common stock to be paid on February 25, 2020 to stockholders …