Trucking announcements: Polaris, NationaLease, Great Dane announce new VPs

Each week, TruckNews.com lists notable moves, promotions and awards in the trucking industry. This week, Garry Mercer Trucking pledged a $10,000 donation to a local hospital and Polaris, Great Dane, TFI International…

Polaris Transportation Group promotes Kunow to president

Polaris Transportation Group has named Richard Kunow as the company’s president. Formerly Polaris’ chief operating officer since joining in 2020, Kunow has been leading the company’s day-to-day operations and strategic…

Cross dock efficiency comes with technology and touchpoints

Delivering freight from Point A to Point B is challenging at the best of times, but it can be evermore complex when cargo needs to be shifted from one trailer…

Polaris Transportation publishes cybersecurity white paper

Polaris Transportation has published a white paper on cybersecurity, in light of an increase in ransomwhere attacks seen over the past year. “Our white paper explains how serious this is…

Randhawas balance work, family life

“We talk for at least three hours every day,” says Navjot Randhawa. Communication is key for husband and wife who drive tractor-trailers for a living. “I do most of the…

Fleets consider making telecommuting permanent

TORONTO, Ont. – Just a few months ago, working from home was a remote dream for most people. Today, working remotely is the reality for millions, and some Canadian fleets…

Polaris founder Larry Cox passes away

MISSISSAUGA, Ont. – Polaris Transportation Group founder and president Larry Cox passed away June 14, at the age of 71. The company announced his passing on its website. “Larry started…

Polaris names new CEO for global logistics division

MISSISSAUGA, Ont. — Polaris Transportation Group has named Jon Saunders CEO of Polaris Global Logistics (PGL). Saunders already served as vice-president, finance for the Group and now will fill dual…

Polaris adds American executive

MISSISSAUGA, Ont. — Polaris Transportation Group has added a US-based executive to its management team. The LTL company is looking to better support its Transborder division, which operates…