MPI will resume insuring carriers that operate outside Manitoba

Manitoba Public Insurance (MPI) expects to start accepting Special Risk Extension (SRE) applications for longhaul trucking companies that operate beyond provincial borders next month, said MPI spokeswoman Kristy Rydz. While…

Trucking executive outlook: Rod Miron, Big Freight Systems

As 2022 comes to an end, TruckNews.com reached out to several trucking industry executives to ask about the biggest challenge their fleets will face in the coming year, and how…

New COO takes over at Big Freight

STEINBACH, Man. – Manitoba’s Big Freight Systems has promoted Rod Miron as its chief operating officer. In the trucking industry for more than 30 years, Miron launched his career as…

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Big Freight merges with Kelsey Trail Trucking

WINNIPEG, Man. – Big Freight Systems has announced it will merge with Kelsey Trail Trucking, combining to operate nearly 750 tractors and trailers. Kelsey Trail will operate as a division…

MTA working with new government on issues facing industry

WINNIPEG, Man. – The Manitoba Trucking Association (MTA) says it has the ear of its new government, however, challenges remain while the provincial Progressive Conservative Party settles into its leadership…

MPI puts brakes on its driver training program

WINNIPEG, Man. – Manitobans looking to have Manitoba Public Insurance (MPI) cover their tuition for the Entry Level Professional Truck Driver Training Program will soon reach a dead end, as…