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…

KAG promotes Mitchell and DeLacey in leadership ranks

Charles DeLacey will become CEO of the Kenan Advantage Group (KAG) on June 1, and Grant Mitchell will take on the additional responsibilities of president. Since 2018, DeLacey has served…

Gravel to oversee Point S Canada’s buying, merchandising

Point S Canada on Thursday announced the appointment of Jacqueline Gravel as vice-president, buying and merchandising, as of May 10. She will oversee Point S Canada’s purchasing and merchandising team,…

Andreea Crisan named president and CEO of Andy Transport Group

Andy Transport Group announced Thursday that Andreea Crisan has become majority shareholder and has been named president and chief executive officer. Andreea assumes the position from current president and founder…

Spear signs 5-year contract extension at ATA

The American Trucking Associations has extended the contract of president and CEO Chris Spear for another five-year term. “Chris has proven himself as an exceptional leader of the ATA during…

Jon Morrison joins Phillips Connect as strategic executive

Former Wabco Americas president Jon Morrison has joined Phillips Connect as a strategic executive. Morrison currently runs J&M Strategic Insights and will bring insights into electronic vehicle control, electrification, telematics,…

HDMA names forum leaders

The Heavy-Duty Manufacturers Association (HMDA) – the commercial vehicle arm of the Motor and Equipment Manufacturers Association (MEMA) – has named the leaders of its Heavy-Duty Business Forum and Heavy-Duty…

DTNA makes senior leadership changes

Daimler Trucks North America (DTNA) Monday announced that David Carson, currently senior vice-president, vocational sales and marketing, has been appointed to the expanded role of senior vice-president, sales and marketing,…

Drivers ‘like’ honesty, consistency on social media

Be honest and consistent, highlight your culture, focus on the positive and have fun when using social media, experts advised at a webinar on recruiting and retaining drivers. “Facebook is…

Lion Electric appoints Piern as chief commercial officer

The Lion Electric Company on Tuesday named Brian Piern as chief commercial officer, effective June 7. In this role, Piern will guide Lion, a leading manufacturer of all-electric medium and heavy-duty urban…

NB college eyes mobile trades training trailer

The New Brunswick Community College (NBCC) is seeking to acquire a mobile trades training trailer to promote skilled trades programming and increase access to education in the province. “New Brunswick…

CTA applauds permanent residency path, wants employers certified

The Canadian Trucking Alliance (CTA) is applauding a new pathway to permanent residency for truck drivers already working under Canada’s Temporary Foreign Workers Program. And it’s proposing a “certified employer”…

TCA names two Quebec drivers Highway Angels

The Truckload Carriers Association (TCA) has named two Quebec drivers Highway Angels – Bruno Filipe Da Costa Raposo, from Montreal and Daniel Cristian Ciorba, from Laval. Raposo, a professional driver with…

Figliomeni promoted to Fastfrate Integrated Logistics president

Fastfrate Group announced Thursday it has appointed Frank Figliomeni as president of Fastfrate Integrated Logistics. Formerly executive vice-resident, Figliomeni now leads the Integrated Logistics, Linehaul, Bestway and CDI divisions of…

Tallman Truck Centre founder passes away at 79

Tallman Truck Centre founder Gerald Tallman passed away May 2, after a battle with cancer. His family, who was at his side, says he “leaves behind a legacy of entrepreneurship,…