Updates from Louisiana's Transportation Industry!

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2023 Annual Sponsor

 

2024 Sponsorship Opportunities Open Now

Our annual sponsorship opportunities for 2024 are available and open today. Don’t miss out on these exclusive advertising opportunities and added benefits! 

 

GOLD - SOLD

  • One (1) complementary room for the duration of the event at the 2023 Seafood Gala 
  • Five (5) complementary tickets to our 2023 SeafoodGala
  • One (1) couples registration to Annual Convention
  • Two (2) registrations to our TransportationConference Signage at all of LMTA annual events
  • Feature on our website, Truck Talk Weekly NewsletterLMTA app, & association’s social media

AND MORE

 

SILVER - 2 Available

  • Two (2) complementary tickets to our 2023 SeafoodGala
  • One (1) singles registration to Annual Convention
  • One (1) registration to our Transportation Conference
  • Signage at all of LMTA annual events

AND MORE

 

BRONZE - 3 Available

  • Signage at all of LMTA annual events
  • Feature on our website, Truck Talk, LMTA app, & association’s social media
  • PLUS: Exclusive Annual Partner apparel

 

CLICK HERE TO READ MORE

 

If you are interested in becoming a 2024 Annual Sponsor, please contact Executive Director Renee Amar or call the LMTA office.

 

Renee Amar

renee@lmta.la

C: (225) 287-0117

 

2024 Truck Driving Championships Award Nominations Forms | Deadline Jan. 6

Do you know of an innovative Safety Director or an outstanding Truck Driver within your organization? Have you witnessed the remarkable improvements in safety standards that your company has achieved over the past year? If so, we invite you to nominate that deserving individual for recognition at our upcoming Safety Banquet.

 

AWARD CATEGORIES

  • The Great West Fleet Safety Award is earned by being the safest fleet with the safest drivers on the road. Each year, awards are given in 10 divisions to the carriers who can demonstrate that they have the best safety record in its class.
  • Safety Professional of the Year is awarded to a deserving person responsible for supervising the safety activities of a truck fleet. This person is of high moral character and has devoted his/her career to the field of highway and industrial safety.
  • Truck Driver of the Year is given to the person who has a long record of safe and courteous driving, an outstanding deed or heroism or highway courtesy, and/or for and outstanding contribution to highway safety.

The forms can be accessed and completed through the provided links below. The deadline for sending in the completed nomination forms is January 8, 2024 by 5 pm.

 

Please email all forms and materials to lmta@lmta.la by the deadline with the subject line noting the type of form, i.e. Safety Professional, Truck Driver, or Fleet Safety.

 

The 2024 Truck Driving Championships and Safety Banquet will be held March 1 & 2, 2024 at L’Auberge in Baton Rouge. The event is sponsored by the LMTA Foundation.

 

Download the PDF fillable forms below:

SAFETY PROFESSIONAL OF THE YEAR

TRUCK DRIVER OF THE YEAR

GREAT WEST FLEET SAFETY

 

2024 Transportation Conference
Register, Sponsor, or Be an Exhibitor!

The 2024 Transportation Conference will take place January 17, 2024 from 8:00 am - 4:00 pm at the The Cook Hotel & Convention Center at LSU in Baton Rouge, LA. Registration and our room block are now openWe encourage all those planning to attend to book early. 

 

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER NOW

CLICK HERE TO BOOK A ROOM

 

Join us at this exclusive event to engage directly with agency leaders, regulators, and influential politicians. We'll delve into a wide range of crucial topics, from infrastructure to logistics, all of which have a profound impact on the day-to-day operations and business landscape of Louisiana's transportation sector.

This conference offers numerous chances to expand your professional network and discover new opportunities, including exhibitor and sponsorship opportunities.

 

CLICK HERE TO VIEW THE SCHEDULE, EXHIBITOR, & SPONSORSHIPS

 

Make Your 2024 Marketing Plan Innovative!

Innovative Publishing had a successful year producing Open Road Magazine,  and we’re excited about the opportunities we can bring you through our partnership in 2024. This fall, the Innovative Team will contact you about advertising in our publications next year, so please keep us in mind when you make your 2024 marketing plan.

 

You can reach out to your Innovative marketing/sales consultant with any questions. The LMTA  and the Innovative team are grateful for your support of the trucking industry!

 

CLICK HERE TO VIEW LMTA'S MEDIA KIT

 

LMTA Renewal Invoices Are On Their Way!

The LMTA membership renewal process is officially here, and we have started sending out your membership renewal invoices. 

 

Please be on the lookout for the invoices in your email inbox. We understand that sometimes, important emails like these can unintentionally end up in your spam folder, and we want to make sure that this doesn't happen to you.

 

To ensure that you receive your LMTA membership renewal invoice promptly, please take a moment to mark LMTA as a safe sender in your email provider settings. This simple step will help safeguard our emails from being misclassified as spam.

 

We greatly appreciate your continued support and commitment to the LMTA. Your membership is invaluable to us, and it enables us to continue serving as the leading voice of the trucking industry in Louisiana. 

 

If you have any questions or encounter any issues with your membership renewal process, please contact our office (225) 928- 5682.

 

Thank you for your attention, and we look forward to another year of collaboration and growth within our dynamic trucking community.

 

Scholarship Opportunities Available for UNO Master of Transportation Program | Spring 2024

We are delighted to bring you an exciting opportunity that may be of interest to your organization's members.

 

The UNO Transportation Institute recently announced that the UNO Graduate School has granted scholarships for the Master of Transportation (MST) program to new incoming students for the Spring 2024 semester. These scholarships are renewable annually for a duration of two years, providing valuable financial support to recipients.

 

Key details about the scholarship and application process:

  • Application Deadline: Interested students must submit their applications by December 1, 2023.
  • Scholarship Duration: Scholarship winners will be required to enroll for a minimum of 6 credit hours each semester to maintain their scholarship status.

The MST program is unique in that it is a hybrid program, primarily delivered online. Students are expected to be on campus for only two days per semester for each class they are enrolled in, allowing for flexibility and convenience while pursuing their degree. 

 

For more information about the MST program and the scholarship application process, please view the attached MST flyer which provides comprehensive details on the degree program. 

 

If you are interested please contact Carol Short at cshort2@uno.edu for more assistance with any inquiries.

 

CLICK HERE TO VIEW THE MST FLYER

 

Rode Closures Under I-10 Starting Nov 27

The DOTD announced that permanent widening work for construction for the new westbound City Park Lake bridge will begin Nov 27, 2023 on I-10 West over City Park Lake

 

What to Expect:

  • Lane shift on the westbound side of the interstate between the Perkins Road on-ramp and Dalrymple Drive off-ramp, with temporary barriers placed along the outside lane to give crews room to work.
  • The westbound lanes will be more narrow and the shoulder will be removed.
  • DOTD urges drivers to pay close attention while moving through an active work zone, and expect additional delays.

 

ROAD CLOSURES STARTING N0V 27:

 

East Lakeshore Drive underneath I-10 will be closed between Fiero Street and Lake Hills Parkway for the next three years, with only local traffic allowed to pass.

 

Other Closures: 

  • S. 10th St. – Southbound left shoulder closure between Europe St. and S. Blvd. from 7 am to 5 pm on Nov. 21 and Nov. 22.
  • E. Harrison St. – Full closure between Virginia St. and Carolina St. from Nov. 27 through summer 2025.
  • Dalrymple Dr. – Full closure between E. Lakeshore Dr. and I-10 eastbound off-ramp from 7 pm to 5 am on Nov. 27 through Dec. 8. (No Fridays or Saturdays.)
  • Ebony Ave., north of I-10 – Southbound full closure between Baywood Ave. and I-10 from 7 am to 5 pm on Nov. 27 through Dec. 1.

This phase of construction is expected to be complete in late 2025, weather permitting. 

 

CLICK HERE TO READ THE FULL DOTD ANNOUNCEMENT

 

Stay Safe This Winter With LMTA’s Affinity Partner, Samba Safety

As the winter season approaches, ensuring the safety of our drivers is critical. We are pleased to inform you that our affinity partner, Samba Safety, has just released their Winter Driving Safety Resources, designed to help drivers stay safe on the roads during the challenging winter conditions.

 

Samba Safety's Winter Driving Safety Resources include a comprehensive safety checklist that covers various aspects of safe winter driving, including: Daily Inspection, Pre-Trip Preparation, Emergency Equipment and Supplies, and Additional Procedures for Medium Duty Trucks

 

To access the full checklist and additional resources, please click the link below. 

 

By following Samba Safety's Winter Driving Safety Resources, you can help ensure the safety of your drivers and protect your valuable cargo during the winter months. We encourage you to share these resources with your team and make use of them throughout the winter season.

 

CLICK HERE TO READ THE FULL CHECKLIST

 

Current Emergency Declarations

Florida Executive Order 23-171 

  

FLORIDA HIGHWAY SAFETY AND MOTOR VEHICLES Executive Order 082623 Invest 93L 

  

Emergency Declarations, Waivers, Exemptions and Permits 

  

In preparation, the Governor of Florida has issued a State Emergency Declaration for 33 counties for Storm Idalia, expected to turn into a hurricane and possibly make landfall on Tuesday/Wednesday along Florida’s western coast.   

  • A HURRICANE WATCH has been issued for the Gulf Coast of Florida from Englewood to Indian Pass, including Tampa Bay. 

All Emergency Declarations, Waivers, Exemptions and Permits

https://www.fmcsa.dot.gov/emergency-declarations

 
 

Kentucky Official Order 113350

(Suspension of Registration Requirements, and Exemption of Hours of Service and Stoppage at Weigh Stations)
https://www.fmcsa.dot.gov/emergency/kentucky-official-order-113350

 
 

Vermont Emergency Declaration 

(Vermont faces the imminent likelihood of excessive rain combined with water runoff, flooding, erosion)

https://www.fmcsa.dot.gov/emergency/vermont-emergency-declaration-070923-0

 

LMTA Member Exclusive Affinity Programs

The LMTA currently offers a variety of exclusive business partnerships and services to members of the association. Special member-only offers for our partners are listed below and can be found through your LMTA Info Hub under the "Resources" tab.

 

SAMBASAFETY

Since 1998 SambaSafety has been mitigating driver risk for their clients. As part of our partnership with SambaSafety, LMTA members save $1,000 on system set-up fees! 

 

APP EMBARK

App Embark specializes in creating mobile apps for companies that allow employers to organize and communicate with their employees more efficiently and effectively. As part of our partnership with App Embark, LMTA members save $500 on the cost of the build fee!  

 

LMTA INSURANCE SERVICES- MENGEL FINANCIAL GROUP

Mengel Financial Group is committed to providing the best and most affordable Voluntary Employee Benefits based on employers’ specific needs. As part of our partnership with Mengel Financial Group, LMTA members are offered group benefits at no cost!  

 

DDS TRANSPORTATION CONSULTING, LLC

DDS Transportation Consulting, LLC helps maximize the efficiency of your Transportation Management Software System. As part of our partnership with DDS Transportation Consulting, LLC, you will receive a 10% discount on your consultation fees for the first 12 months after signing a contract! All members must state that you have an LMTA referral to receive this offer.

 

 

TO LEARN MORE OR SCHEDULE A DEMO, SELECT THE LINK BELOW IN YOUR MEMBER PORTAL.

 

Please note: Since these are exclusive member only offers, you will be directed to log into your Info Hub to view the details.