Rail lockout to cause significant disruptions: PMTC, ports

Canadian supply chain and transportation industries are to face challenges as Canadian National Railway (CN) and Canadian Pacific Kansas City (CPKC) – which move over $380 billion worth of goods…

Fastfrate Group readies for rail strike, warns of possible pandemic-like disruptions

Carriers like Fastfrate Group are bracing for what could be a very disruptive rail strike, warning that the impending shutdown of CN and CPKC railways could trigger supply chain disruptions…

Canadian Chamber of Commerce warns of economic fallout as railways issue strike notices

Canadian National Railway (CN) and Canadian Pacific Kansas City (CPKC) issued notices on Aug. 18, indicating disruptions in rail service will most likely begin on Thursday. CN has formally advised the…

Trucking Announcements: Senior leadership additions at High Bar Brands, Groupe Touchette

Each week, TruckNews.com lists notable moves, promotions and awards in the trucking industry. This week, High Bar Brands promoted Derek Quys to senior vice-president of sales and business development and welcomed Mike…

Canada sees steady trends in marijuana positive tests among truck drivers since legalization

Despite the legalization of marijuana in Canada and several U.S. states, the rate of positive drug tests among Canadian cross-border truck drivers has remained consistent. This is according to Jonathan…

Trucking Announcements: Executive appointments at 7Gen, Mullen Automotive, Marathon Brake Systems

Each week, TruckNews.com lists notable moves, promotions and awards in the trucking industry. This week, Ryder’s Darryl Toll won the CVSA’s 2024 International Driver Excellence award, and KBGCNA together with Bendix Foundation…

Trucking Announcements: THRC board members update, executive appointments at MEMA, Goodyear

Each week, TruckNews.com lists notable moves, promotions and awards in the trucking industry. This week, Trucking HR Canada named Jason Libralesso as a chairman of its board and announced the addition of…

Trucking Announcements: Purolator donates to charity, Russell joins MEMA’s sustainability center

Each week, TruckNews.com lists notable moves, promotions and awards in the trucking industry. This week, Doug Walton joined AMTA as a senior advisor and Ashley O’Brien has been promoted to the operations…

B.C. truckers hold second rally against new container trucking licensing regulations, call on NDP to intervene

The Port Transportation Association (PTA) held a second rally on July 21, to protest the new container trucking service requirements in the Lower Mainland of B.C. The association believes the…

Trucking Announcements: promotions at KAG, Minotti joins XL Specialized Trailers

Each week, TruckNews.com lists notable moves, promotions and awards in the trucking industry. This week, Dana welcomed Brian Pour as president of its commercial vehicle division, while KAG Canada announced the promotions of…

On the Spot: All-new Volvo VNL’s safety, efficiency features

Leo Barros:  Hi, I’m Leo Barros with Keith here from Volvo. And we’re going to have a little look at the 860 cabin. So, just walk me through the…

Trucking Announcements: Drummond heads PMTC board, FMCSA appoints chief counsel

Each week, TruckNews.com lists notable moves, promotions and awards in the trucking industry. This week, Leanne Drummond took on the role of Private Motor Truck Council of Canada board of director’s…

Manitoulin Transport gives back, supports Ontario wildlife

Manitoulin Transport recently delivered six tons of dried dog food to Bear With Us, the largest bear rescue center in Ontario that cares for around 100 black bears. This…

Trucking Announcements: Fleets support kids, students, breast cancer foundation

Each week, TruckNews.com lists notable moves, promotions and awards in the trucking industry. This week, fleets demonstrated their support for various charitable causes. While Challenger Motor Freight donated supplies for kids of…

On the Spot: All-new Volvo VNL

The Trucknews.com and Today’s Trucking team spent a few days at Volvo Trucks North America’s customer center in Dublin, Virginia, taking an in-depth look at the all-new VNL truck…