Manitoba Trucking Association Recognizes Outstanding Members

WINNIPEG, MB - Murray Slack of Deck X Transport was one of several people who took home awards last Friday during the Manitoba Trucking Association's (MTA) annual awards gala that recognized the efforts and contributions of members who distinguished themselves among their peers.

News First – 2015-11-16

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CTA, New Jersey Reach Agreement on Tax, Truck Seizures

TORONTO, ON - The Canadian Trucking Alliance (CTA) says it has reached an agreement for its members with officials in one U.S. state so trucks will no longer be seized for failure to pay a certain tax under a temporary amnesty program.

Registration Opens for CITT Winter Logistics Courses

TORONTO, ON - CITT has opened registration for its winter semester of logistics courses that start on Jan. 14 of next year.

Energy Sector Downturn Hits Aveda Earnings Hard

CALGARY, AB - A leading provider of oilfield hauling services and equipment rentals to the energy industry has reported big drops in both profitability and revenue in the third quarter of the year.

Cat Dealer Finning Closing Facilities, Cuts Workforce

VANCOUVER, BC -- The mega Caterpillar dealer Finning International Inc. says it will exit 11 facilities in Western Canada and cut some of its workforce in order to reduce costs in struggling markets.

Spot Market Rates, Volume Show Monthly Decline

PORTLAND, OR -- Spot market freight volume declined 9.7 percent in October in North American while rates also moved lower.

News First Midweek – 2015-11-12

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Trailer Wizards Focusing on 401 Corridor with Purchase

MISSISSAUGA, ON -- The commercial trailer rental, leasing, sales, service, parts and storage, company Trailer Wizards Ltd. announced on Wednesday it has acquired a trailer repair and maintenance company focused on serving the London and 401 corridor.

Trucking Business Conditions Fall Slightly in U.S.

BLOOMINGTON, IN - The latest measure of business conditions in the U.S. trucking industry has retreated slightly following an even performance this year and is expected to decline further at the year's end.

Time to Register for Free Natural Gas Workshops

POINTE-CLAIR, QC - There is still time to register for one of three special workshops that's being hosted by an independent testing organization so you can learn about natural gas vehicles (NGV) in trucking.

Driver Posthumously Given Truck Hero Award

TORONTO, ON -- Lindsay Findlay was cut-off by an impaired driver, but rather than ensure his own safety by slamming the full force of his truck into the reckless driver's car, likely causing a chain reaction that would send both vehicles dangerously into traffic, the veteran Arnprior, ON trucker was able to limit the impact with quick maneuvering and responsive braking before eventually losing control and hitting the guardrail. He died at the scene.

Alberta Recognizes Military Licences for Trucking

EDMONTON, AB -- Alberta's Minister of Infrastructure and Transportation announced his government will now begin to recognize the DND 404 military driver's permit. This allows for the awarding of the civilian equivalent commercial licence to serving and recently retired vets who had a valid DND 404 within the qualifying timeframe. Until now, such military driving qualifications were not transferable into a commercial licence despite the fact that many serving and retired veterans have already acquired the needed driver training, qualifications and experience in the Canadian Armed Forces to drive heavy military vehicles on Canadian roads and abroad.

Toronto Truckers Set for Annual Christmas Dinner/Dance

TORONTO, ON -- The Toronto Trucking Association (TTA) is getting ready for the holiday season with its annual Christmas dinner dance and charity fundraiser, but time is running out to register.

Product Watch – 2015-11-11

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