Bracing for the Logistics’ Industry Unprecedented Labor Shortage
It may not be on your short-list of supply chain worries, but a growing U.S. truck driver shortage may soon warrant your attention. By the end of this year, the country’s truck driver shortage will reach nearly 48,000, according to an October report fr…
Mitsubishi Electric Recieves Paccar Supplier Award
Mitsubishi Electric Automotive America has received Paccar’s 2014 50 PPM Quality Achievement award for suppliers who produce high-quality parts and components with low defective parts-per-million. Mitsubishi Electric produces medium- and heavy-duty sta…
Lytx ActiveVision Addresses Drowsy and Distracted Drivers
ActiveVision uses advanced analytics to identify behavioral patterns such as lane departure or following too close that often indicate distracted or drowsy driving. Combined with video monitoring, the service can help pinpoint the possible root causes.
A new way to see if you stack up against the competition
MISSISSAUGA, Ont. – A new benchmarking tool was introduced at this year’s annual Surface Transportation Summit that took place at the Mississauga Convention Centre on Oct. 14. The new tool was launched by InGauge – which is owned and…
Northbridge exec discusses emerging risks and the need for innovation
MISSISSAUGA, Ont. — Two key trends affecting the Canadian transportation industry today are the disparity between the US and Canadian economies, and the weakness of the Canadian dollar. That was the message from Silvy Wright, president and CEO of Northbridge…
Fleets experiencing sticker shock with low loonie
MISSISSAUGA, Ont. — The challenges brought on by a low-value loonie was among the topics that came up several times during the Surface Transportation Summit here today. David Zavitz, senior vice-president, sales and marketing with Canada Cartage, pointed out a…
With truckers in high demand, Richmond Community College slashes CDL tuition
Contributed photo RCC’s truck driver training, beginning Nov. 2 and ending Jan. 29, is now available at less than half the original tuition cost. For $990, students get all the training they need to take the commercial driver’s license exam right on ca…
Is outsourcing right for you?
MISSISSAUGA, Ont. – Is outsourcing to a third party logistics provider the right strategy for your business? That was the main question during one of the many sessions at today’s Surface Transportation Summit. Moderated by Canadian Shipper’s associate editor, Julia…
Independent truckers make more than employed counterparts, economist says
A study by Southern California economist John Husing released Wednesday found that the median net earnings of independent owner-operator truck drivers in the region are substantially higher than for company drivers who work as employees of licensed mot…
J.B. Hunt Profit Increases to $115 Million
J.B. Hunt Transport Services Inc. announced on Wednesday third quarter net earnings of $115.1 million, or diluted earnings per share of 99 cents, compared to third quarter 2014 net earnings of $102.4 million, or 87 cents per diluted share. Total operat…