SupplyChain Magazine June 2015 | Page 125

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This means incorporating hybrid aerodynamic technologies like trailer side skirts , which reduce drag and thereby cut fuel consumption three to seven percent , and mandating regular maintenance to catch any fuel-guzzling technical issues early before they become major problems . It also means cutting down on idling and tracking driver behavior to encourage smarter and more eco-conscious habits among Andy Transport staff . As the Crisans explain , these carbon footprint reduction policies serve a twofold purpose : not only do they reduce fuel costs and overhead for Andy Transport , they also speak to the company ’ s overarching commitment to environmental sustainability .
“ We are investing in the development of an eco-driving culture , and recently purchased a driving simulator that is used in our annual training program . The simulator will allow us to teach our drivers the best practices of ecodriving ,” says Ilie , explaining that Andy Transport strives to ensure that its fleet is among the greenest on the highway . “ Eco-driving contributes to climate protection and pollution reduction ; this new tool was easily adopted by our company as it aligns with our corporate mission .”
A Responsibility Toward Growth Every business is ultimately tuned toward steady growth , and Andy Transport is also on this path . So far , the company ’ s track record speaks for itself — what started as a onetruck operation in 2001 has become a rapidly expanding enterprise with plans to add as many as 65 new trucks to the fleet within this year alone . Beyond fleet expansion , Andy Transport also has plans to diversify and spread growth around to its various divisions .
“ We ’ ve had our logistics division since 2007 , and it is a small division compared to our trucking division — but it ’ s definitely something we ’ re looking at growing ,” says Andy Transport COO Andreea Crisan , who notes that Andy Transport is also looking to diversify its flat bed and intermodal divisions , as well .
Another way that Andy Transport is growing is through its connections , engaging in certifications like the United
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