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Monday, August 21, 2023 WASHINGTON – The U.S. Department of Transportation’s Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) today announced the immediate availability of $3 million in “quick release” (QR) Emergency Relief (ER) funds, the current total QR requested by the Hawaii Department of Transportation (HDOT), to offset costs associated with traffic management services and repairs to infrastructure […]

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Leading experts will advise the Secretary on issues related to civil rights and expanding access to jobs and economic opportunities in transportation for all communities WASHINGTON – Today, the U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT) announced the appointment of 24 members to the Advisory Committee on Transportation Equity (ACTE) under the Federal Advisory Committee Act (FACA). […]

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Italian restaurant group Rosebud Restaurants expands beyond Chicagoland with the grand opening of its 10th location, Mia Rosebud, in Boca Raton, Florida, this fall.

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M-11 in Alaska will add over 6,500 miles to the marine highway system The M-79 route extends the reach of the Ohio River system by nearly 250 miles JUNEAU, AK – While in Alaska, U.S. Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg announces the designation of two new Marine Highway Routes, as part of the United States Marine […]

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Highest Honor Bestowed by Cartus Global Network Will Recognize Winner's Outstanding Service and Performance

TAMPA, Fla., August 16, 2023 (Newswire.com)
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Oasis has been shortlisted for Cartus Corporation's Masters Cup Award at its 2023 Global Network Conference, to be held from Sept. 20-21, 2023. The Cartus Global Network is Cartus' industry-leading worldwide service provider network. 

Each year, the network comes together to collaborate on ways to innovate and improve service delivery to Cartus clients and their relocating employees. Discussing the "hottest topics" and trends in global mobility today, the conference provides attendees with take-home value and best practice recommendations. Cartus is welcoming its global supplier network, representing 175 countries from around the world to the event, which includes an awards ceremony to celebrate the past year's collective successes, recognizing companies and individuals that have provided exceptional service to Cartus customers. 

This year's theme is Where Mobility Meets Agility, an ethos that reflects the creative, compassionate, and agile way Cartus supplier partners help relocating employees navigate the current mobility environment.     

Cartus Masters Cup

Oasis has been nominated for the Cartus Masters Cup in the category of Home-related Services. Presented annually to the highest-achieving Global Network members that consistently achieve exceptional standards of quality, the Cartus Masters Cup recognizes a service provider that has consistently achieved exceptional standards of quality.

Winners must demonstrate:

• total commitment to service excellence
• a truly collaborative approach when developing cost-effective and innovative approaches for Cartus clients
• an outstanding performance and commitment — not only to Cartus' vision and values, but also to its mission to deliver proactive, flexible solutions that meet the unique needs of its clients and their employees, every time.

Oasis is a global provider that was born to bring "the way it ought to be" to clients. With properties that are the best in their class, furniture fit for a home and responsiveness many people wish all companies still had (a real person answers your calls 24/7), Oasis has become the partner of choice for companies with temporary housing needs. As a global company, Oasis provides our clients with the simplicity of having one point of contact for all temporary furnished housing needs throughout the world. By combining twice the space of hotel rooms and up to half the cost, Oasis brings cost-effective ideas, personal service and the simplicity of our one point of contact.

Felicia Taulelle, President, Oasis, said, "Oasis would like to thank Cartus for the nomination for their Masters Cup. It honors our sincere partnership and our continued effort to bring true value to your company and a caring experience to each relocating employee you serve. Knowing the high standard that Cartus maintains in its supply chain, it is a true honor to be recognized, and we thank you."

About Oasis 

OASIS specializes in providing luxury living for business and leisure travelers. Oasis is a global provider of temporary furnished and all-inclusive rentals for relocations, assignments, and projects, entertainment companies on location, ALE/Insurance housing, and individuals on holidays and vacations. Our accommodations are fully furnished condos and apartments with complete housewares, kitchenware, linens, electronics, cable, high-speed internet, and phone. All you do is arrive and enjoy. This is temporary living made easy.

ABOUT CARTUS

Cartus Corporation, a global leader in talent mobility and a subsidiary of Anywhere Real Estate Inc., delivers the full spectrum of corporate relocation services to organisations of all sizes across the world. These include more than a third of Fortune 100 companies as well as hundreds of clients with small-to-mid-size programs serviced through their dedicated Cartus Insignia^SM segment. 

Learn more at cartus.com and anywhere.re.  

MEDIA CONTACT 
Trevor Macomber 
Cartus Director, Growth Enablement — Branding & Communications 
[email protected] 

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EVP, Global Business Development

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Harrison County Will Be the First Buc-ee's in Mississippi

HARRISON COUNTY, Miss., August 15, 2023 (Newswire.com)
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Buc-ee's, home of the world's cleanest bathrooms, freshest food and friendliest beaver, will break ground on its new travel center in Harrison County, Mississippi, on Wednesday, Sept. 13, 2023, at 11 a.m. CDT. Buc-ee's will celebrate the start of construction with a ceremony attended by local leaders. 

Buc-ee's Harrison County will be the first Buc-ee's location in Mississippi. 

Located at I-10 and Menge Avenue, Buc-ee's Harrison County will occupy 74,000 square feet and offer 120 fueling positions and 24 EV charging stations. Buc-ee's favorites, including Texas barbeque, homemade fudge, kolaches, Beaver Nuggets, jerky and fresh pastries, will all be available. Visitors will find thousands of snack, meal and drink options, as well as the same award-winning restrooms, cheap gas, quality products and excellent service that have won the hearts, trust and business of millions in the South for over 40 years.

Attendees of the Buc-ee's Harrison County groundbreaking ceremony will include the Harrison County Board of Supervisors, including Rebecca Powers, District 2 President; Marlin Ladner, District 3 Vice President; Beverly Martin, District 1; Connie Rockco, District 5; and Kent Jones, District 4.

Founded in Texas in 1982, Buc-ee's operates 46 stores across Texas and the South. Since beginning its multi-state expansion in 2019, Buc-ee's has opened travel centers in Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, South Carolina, and Tennessee. Now, Buc-ee's is headed West with store groundbreakings in Colorado and Missouri. 

"Harrison County is a vibrant community with five thriving cities and stunning beaches," said Stan Beard of Buc-ee's. "It's perfectly situated along I-10 between our Texas and Alabama stores and we can't wait to be the best place to stop on the Mississippi Coast." 

Throughout the project, Buc-ee's corporate development team will continue to work closely with local partners. Buc-ee's Harrison County will bring at least 200 full-time jobs to the area, with starting pay beginning well above minimum wage, full benefits, a 6% matching 401k, and three weeks of paid vacation.

About Buc-ee's

Buc-ee's is the world's most-loved travel center. Founded in 1982, Buc-ee's now has 34 stores across Texas, including the world's largest convenience store, as well as 12 locations in other states. Buc-ee's is known for pristine bathrooms, a large amount of fueling positions, friendly service, Buc-ee's apparel and fresh, delicious food. Originally launched and still headquartered in Texas, Buc-ee's has combined traditional quality and modern efficiency to redefine the pit stop for its customers. For more information, visit www.buc-ees.com.

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Publicist

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La Granja Central Florida, the premier fresh homestyle food dining experience in the heart of the Sunshine State, serves lunch and dinner to students returning for the Fall Semester at UCF.

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Celebrity Flora, an expedition cruise ship, will be equipped with Sonihull ultrasonic controls to protect the vessel.

Celebrity Flora is an expedition cruise ship
Celebrity Flora is an expedition cruise ship operated by Islas Gal\u00e1pagos Turismo y Vapores C.A., a subsidiary of Royal Caribbean Group, and exclusively sails along the Gal\u00e1pagos Islands. Launched: Jan. 29, 2019. Length: 333\u2032

MIAMI, August 15, 2023 (Newswire.com)
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Across Oceans Group, Inc. announced a partnership with UK-based Sonihull. The partnership brings Sonihull's range of Eco-Friendly Ultrasonic Anti-fouling Technology to the Global Cruise industry, Commercial Shipping and Offshore. AOG's collaboration with Sonihull provides biologically safe and cost-effective environmental solutions to the Cruise Industry. Sonihull's eco-friendly technology can sharply reduce and even eliminate the negative impact of harsh chemicals currently used for anti-fouling purposes.

Vlasis Arapoglou, Fleet Technical Operations, Celebrity Cruises, said, "Celebrity Flora will be equipped with a Sonihull ultrasonic control box that will serve and protect the box coolers system. After verification of the satisfactory operation and positive results, we can expand to other areas of the vessel. Other areas to protect are HVAC, Bow Thrusters, Propulsion, Hull, and Plate Coolers."

Across Oceans Group was established in Florida in 2007, and is globally recognized as a leading provider of Products and Services to the Global Marine, Offshore and Cruise Ship Industry. AOG's comprehensive portfolio, and expertise in cruise industry, maritime industry supplier, and strong business partnerships accelerate Sonihull's reach. Douglas Diggle, founder, said, "Our partnership with Sonihull builds on AOG's existing capabilities as one of the leading suppliers to Global Cruise. Through our existing network, we are well positioned to providing environmentally conscious clients and businesses access to revolutionary technologies and advance sustainable anti-fouling solutions supplied by Sonihull." www.acrossoceansgroup.com

Sonihull: UK-based company that produces Ultrasonic Anti-fouling Systems. Sonihull provides environmentally friendly solutions to all Marine-Based Industries. Its products protect all machine structures that are exposed to seawater without the use of harsh chemicals that could be harmful to machinery and marine life. Marcel Botha, Director, said, "The new alliance is an exciting opportunity for the company to grow its international footprint. Sonihull's eco-friendly anti-fouling solutions have the potential to be a game changer. With zero environmental impact, Sonihull can help protect marine life by providing long-term sustainable solutions to unwanted marine biofouling." www.sonihull.com

• Fouling organisms on the hull create drag, leading to increased fuel consumption and reduced speed. By preventing the growth of these organisms, Sonihull helps maintain the hull's cleanliness, resulting in improved hydrodynamics and increased vessel efficiency. This leads to fuel savings and reduced carbon emissions.
• As Sonihull promotes better vessel efficiency, it indirectly contributes to reduced greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. By minimizing fuel consumption, ships equipped with Sonihull can help mitigate their environmental impact by emitting fewer pollutants.
• Marine biofouling is a major vector for the transportation of invasive species across oceans. These species can have detrimental effects on local ecosystems and biodiversity.

Contact Information:

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[email protected]

(561) 325-9522

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Travefy ranked among America's fastest-growing private companies

Travefy earns a spot in 2023's Inc. 5000
Travefy earns a spot in 2023's Inc. 5000

NEW YORK, August 15, 2023 (Newswire.com)
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Inc. revealed today that Travefy - the leading itinerary, proposal and client management tool for travel advisors - ranks No 4,742 on the 2023 Inc. 5000, its annual list of the fastest-growing private companies in America. 

"It is a true honor to be named to the 2023 Inc. 5000 list of the fastest growing private companies," says Travefy CEO David Chait. "Achieving a spot on this prestigious ranking - especially for the years that cover the pandemic, which were devastating to the travel industry - is a true testament to the hard work and dedication of the Travefy team as well as the resiliency of the incredible travel professionals our products serve."

To date, Travefy's all-in-one platform for travel advisors, agencies and tourism companies powers more than 20,000 travel brands globally. Travefy proudly serves the entire travel industry spectrum from independent home-based travel advisors to some of the largest travel brands including CTM, Destination Canada, Inspirato, Internova Travel Group, Gifted Travel Network, TripADeal, World Travel Holdings, Virtuoso, and 360 Private Travel among others.

In the post-pandemic landscape Travefy has seen a meteoric rise in adoption as travel agencies and host agencies realign their technology stacks to provide maximum value and efficiency to help propel their sales force—the travel advisor. With groundbreaking new enhancements including workflow management, integrated payment processing and integrations, Travefy continues to see market-leading growth.

The prestigious ranking provides a data-driven look at the most successful companies within the economy's most dynamic segment—its independent, entrepreneurial businesses. Facebook, Chobani, Under Armour, Microsoft, Patagonia, and many other household name brands gained their first national exposure as honorees on the Inc. 5000. 

The Inc. 5000 class of 2023 represents companies that have driven rapid revenue growth while navigating inflationary pressure, the rising costs of capital, and seemingly intractable hiring challenges. 2023 marks the first time Travefy submitted information to the Inc. 5000 and its first placement on the list.

 "Running a business has only gotten harder since the end of the pandemic," says Inc. editor-in-chief Scott Omelianuk. "To make the Inc. 5000—with the fast growth that requires—is truly an accomplishment. Inc. is thrilled to honor the companies that are building our future."

ABOUT TRAVEFY

Travefy's mission is to power the success of travel professionals. Our award-winning suite of itinerary, proposal, marketing, form, and client management tools help Travel Advisors and professionals save time, impress clients, and sell more.

Travefy powers thousands of travel businesses across the globe ranging from small, independent travel advisors to the largest travel agencies, consortia, and organizations. Travefy has been featured in The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, and Forbes, among other publications, and has won numerous industry honors including the ASTA Entrepreneur of the Year Award.

Travefy has offices in Lincoln and Omaha, Nebraska and Pennington, New Jersey. 

Find more information at https://travefy.com.

More about Inc. and the Inc. 5000

Methodology 
Companies on the 2023 Inc. 5000 are ranked according to percentage revenue growth from 2019 to 2022. To qualify, companies must have been founded and generating revenue by March 31, 2019. They must be U.S.-based, privately held, for-profit, and independent—not subsidiaries or divisions of other companies—as of December 31, 2022. (Since then, some on the list may have gone public or been acquired.) The minimum revenue required for 2019 is $100,000; the minimum for 2022 is $2 million. As always, Inc. reserves the right to decline applicants for subjective reasons. Growth rates used to determine company rankings were calculated to four decimal places.

About Inc.
Inc. Business Media is the leading multimedia brand for entrepreneurs. Through its journalism, Inc. aims to inform, educate, and elevate the profile of our community: the risk-takers, the innovators, and the ultra-driven go-getters who are creating our future. Inc.'s award-winning work reaches more than 50 million people across a variety of channels, including events, print, digital, video, podcasts, newsletters, and social media. Its proprietary Inc. 5000 list, produced every year since 1982, analyzes company data to rank the fastest-growing privately held businesses in the United States. The recognition that comes with inclusion on this and other prestigious Inc. lists, such as Female Founders and Power Partners, gives the founders of top businesses the opportunity to engage with an exclusive community of their peers, and credibility that helps them drive sales and recruit talent. For more information, visit www.inc.com. 

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Education Manager & Marketing Coordinator

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