North/West Passage has supported a Freight Task Force for nine years, where the task force intends to enhance North/West Passage activities and build a freight community. Key activities have included:
- Conducted informational web meetings on topics of interest to the North/West Passage members.
- Conducted best practice (and practical) research on project funding opportunities.
- Identified truck parking opportunities to best fit North/West Passage needs.
- Conducted exploratory research on the truck platooning concept, regulations, and supported the engagement of stakeholders to advance a multi-state truck platooning demonstration.
- Conducted an assessment of virtual weigh stations and applications for the North/West Passage.
Conducted topic-specific assessments to document existing conditions, assess needs and issues, and identify opportunities for the North/West Passage. Topics of focus have included commercial vehicle traveler information, e-screening, and oversize/overweight movement.
Related Projects
- Project 19.2 – Freight Task Force – Year 9
- Project 18.2 – Freight Task Force – Year 8
- Project 17.2 – Freight Task Force – Year 7
- Project 16.2 – Freight Task Force – Year 6
- Project 15.2 – Freight Task Force – Year 5
- Project 13.1 – Freight Task Force – Year 4
- Project 12.2 – Freight Task Force – Year 3
- Project 10.4 – Freight Task Force – Year 2
- Project 8.3 – Freight Task Force – Year 1
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