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AutoTarp aims to alleviate driver injury
PRINCE GEORGE, B.C. – Valid Manufacturing has released its AutoTarp System, revealing the new product today during the Canada North Resources Expo in Prince George, B.C. With the primary goal of reducing workplace injuries sustained by drivers while tarping bulk-hauler…
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What to consider when transitioning to ELDs
PRINCE GEORGE, B.C. – With the Canadian electronic logging device (ELD) mandate coming down the pike, Greg Munden of Munden Ventures said there are several reasons carriers need to get on board immediately with the new technology. Munden said ELDs…
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Impairment comes in many forms
B.C. Forest Safety Council conference explores various forms of impairment in the workplace
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Merger creates iHaul Freight Systems
LANGLEY, B.C. – Alberta’s H&R Transport and B.C.’s iHaul Freight Ltd. have merged creating iHaul Freight Systems. The agreement, which is subject to closing conditions, will see H&R Transport’s over-the-road transportation division unite under the iHaul banner. iHaul Freight Systems…
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B.C.’s container trucking sector gets a boost from provincial government
VICTORIA, B.C. – The B.C. government approved a series of recommendations to support the province’s container trucking sector recently, including an adjusted rate structure for drivers. The recommendations were included in the B.C. container trucking commissioner’s rate and remuneration report,…
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B.C. working to develop MELT standard
BCTA says program must address province’s unique driving challenges
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Driver safety focus of new WorkSafeBC videos and information sheets
RICHMOND, B.C. – WorkSafeBC wants truck drivers to be safe, and has released a new video series and information sheets to help them do just that. According to WorkSafeBC, the truck driver occupation in B.C. had more than 20,700 time-loss…
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National MELT program is a good start
Woman launches petition saying regulations for Class 1 driver training about more than MELT
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Hiway and Eskimo Refrigeration changes name to ColdFront
VANCOUVER, B.C. – Following last year’s merger, Hiway and Eskimo Refrigeration will change its name to ColdFront as part of the company’s rebranding initiative. “By building on the legacy of the Eskimo and Hiway teams and uniting them under a…
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Inland Kenworth opens in Castlegar
CASTLEGAR, B.C. – Inland Kenworth has opened a new parts and service facility in Castlegar, B.C. The location boasts 19,000 square feet of space, featuring a 9,500 sq.-ft. service department with nine service stalls. There is also a 4,500 sq.-ft.…
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Speedee names new CEO
BURNABY, B.C. – Speedee Transport has named Joshua Davis as its new CEO. With over a decade of experience in management, operations, and business development, Davis will oversee the development of Speedee’s truckload division. “Josh is a dedicated professional who…
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B.C. auditor general recommends province consider adopting MELT
VICTORIA, B.C. – The Office of the Auditor General of B.C. says more needs to be done to ensure commercial vehicle safety in the province, including the consideration of a MELT program. The auditor general released a new report titled…
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Stricter chain up regulations implemented in B.C.
VICTORIA, B.C. – The B.C. government has placed stricter regulations on commercial drivers when chaining up, and includes all vehicles over 5,000 kg. The move follows two other highway safety enhancements – reduced speed limits on 15 highway sections and…
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Left-lane ban on Coq welcome, but BCTA says focus needs to be on chaining up
HOPE, B.C. – The B.C. Trucking Association (BCTA) says the move to prohibit commercial trucks from the left lane on Snowshed Hill on the Coquihalla does not address the main cause of collisions on the mountain pass. Though recognizing the…
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New president/CEO leading Magnum Trailer and Equipment
ABBOTSFORD, B.C. – Magnum Trailer and Equipment has named Andrew Taylor as its president and CEO. “Magnum has a huge opportunity in the transportation equipment market. Our products and services are designed to protect trucks and their drivers and improve…
