Business Management

U.S. carrier hit hard by Covid-19 finds ways to survive in uncertain times

SULLIVAN, Ill. – Several carriers in Canada and the U.S. have been scrambling to meet demand during the Covid-19 crisis, but that is not to say business has been easy.

Mullen Group lays off 1,000 as ‘wants’ economy disappears

OKOTOKS, Alta. – As the “wants” economy has evaporated due to the Covid-19 pandemic, Mullen Group has taken drastic measures, including laying off 1,000 employees. While reporting its Q1 earnings,…

TFI International posts strong Q1, reacts to economic slowdown

MONTREAL, Que. – TFI International achieved record first quarter operating income of $118.5 million, a 13% increase year-over-year, but has begun seeing the effects of the Covid-19 pandemic on its…

Covid crisis makes waste collector stronger

Waste Connections has discovered operational improvements as it reacts to Covid-19 challenges

National site ‘Meals for Truckers’ launches today

LANGLEY, B.C. – After the success of bringing food trucks to commercial drivers in the Kamloops, B.C., area, a new website will launch today to provide information on services across…

Keep the shop up and running despite Covid-19

Covid-19 is taking the team out of teamwork, but the best fleets are staying ahead of the virus. Kevin Bergman of Prime and Mike Gomes of Bison explain how they are adopting to social distancing in the shop.

Speedee helping those in need during Covid-19 pandemic

VANCOUVER, B.C. – Speedee Transport is stepping up its efforts during the Covid-19 crisis, helping low income and elderly residents in Vancouver’s downtown eastside. The City of Vancouver has contracted…

ECONOMIC WATCH: Trucking conditions expected to turn negative until 2021

BLOOMINGTON, Ind. – Trucking conditions were positive in February, but that’s likely the last time FTR will be able to say that until 2021. Sharp declines in freight volumes, utilization…

ECONOMIC WATCH: Windsor truck traffic down sharply

WINDSOR, Ont. – Cross-border truck traffic in Windsor, Ont., has decreased significantly due to the Covid-19 pandemic, according to data shared by the Logistics, Transportation and Cross-Border Committee (LTCB) of…

ECONOMIC WATCH: Canadian economy devastated by Covid-19

OTTAWA, Ont. – Statistics Canada today issued a flash estimate for GDP, showing a decline of 9% in March, marking the largest single month decline ever seen since records were…

ECONOMIC WATCH: March spot market volumes reflect virus-related surge in demand

TORONTO, Ont. – TransCore’s Loadlink spot market load volumes surged 19% in March, reflecting the restocking of retail inventories and essential goods. March volumes were up 17% year-over-year, while equipment…

Truck drivers exempt from B.C.’s 14-day self-isolation plan document

VICTORIA, B.C. – The Province of B.C. has enacted new measures for anyone entering the province, regardless of their point of entry, with the exception of commercial drivers unless they…

Carriers stepping up for drivers, customers, and staff during Covid-19 crisis

REGINA, Sask. – Carriers across Western Canada are doing what they can to help their staff stay safe during the Covid-19 pandemic, even going as far as to sew masks…

What to look for in a driver-trainer

Many truck drivers are drawn to the profession by the promise of independence, solitude, and tranquility behind the wheel. So, it’s little wonder it’s challenging to find driver-trainers willing to…

Random acts of kindness toward truckers abundant during Covid-19 response

During a global crisis like the Covid-19 pandemic, the good in humanity shines brighter than the cruel, and in the trucking industry, that could not be more evident than it…