Ep 13 | Outsourcing Trends
Truck platoons coming, but hurdles remain
MONTREAL, Que. – Truck platooning technology is ready to be deployed, and legislation in the U.S. has been passed to allow it, but hurdles remain before it becomes widely adopted. That was the conclusion of a panel discussion on truck…
Canadian steel and aluminum exports to the U.S. will face tariffs
WASHINGTON, D.C. – The United States is going ahead with tariffs on Canadian steel and aluminum, says Secretary of Commerce Wilbur Ross. The country announced it will not extend exemptions for Canada, Mexico, and the European Union that were granted…
Manny Calandrino named president and CEO of Fastfrate Group
WOODBRIDGE, Ont. — Ron Tepper, executive chairman of Consolidated Fastfrate announced today that Manny Calandrino is the new president and chief executive officer (CEO) of the Fastfrate Group of Companies. The group includes Consolidated Fastfrat…
Michelin outlines plans for sustainable tire development
MONTREAL, Que. – By 2048, Michelin is aiming to make its tires fully recyclable, and will construct them from 80% renewable and recycled materials. The company made the announcement at its Movin’ On conference on sustainable mobility here. Michelin say…
Canadian transport costs rise
TORONTO, Ont. – The total cost of ground transportation for Canadian shippers rose 1.9% in March, according to the latest Canadian General Freight Index (CGFI). The base rate was up 2.1%, while average fuel surcharges decreased to 16.55% of the…
Trucker, BCO collaboration turns around LB’s TTI
Via frequent outreach to truckers, BCOs, and the railroads — including a culture change — Total Terminals International (TTI) has gone from having the worst truck turn times at the ports of Los Angeles-Long Beach to becoming one of the more eff…
‘Accidental’ explosion at UPS facility blamed on acetylene
Two injured; significant structural damage
Canada’s moment
The strong container volume flowing through ports from Vancouver to Halifax brings new challenges requiring infrastructure investment, innovation, and the Canadian emphasis on collaboration. Over the last seven months, Canadian shippers and f…
Nebraska surprise inspections take 28 trucks out of service
Five drivers placed out of service