Economy

Trimac Purchases Assets of Small Quebec Fleet

CALGARY, AB - Bulk trucking services provider Trimac Transportation Ltd. is increasing its operation in a target market with the purchase of assets of from one small fleet.

New Hires Join Trailcon Leasing Executive Team

BRAMPTON, ON - One trailer rental, leasing and maintenance services provider has made two senior executive appointments that it says will help it carry out plans for a national expansion.

Canadian Spot Freight Volumes Decline Again

TORONTO, ON - A measure of Canada's spot freight market fell for the second consecutive month in November, according the latest reading of the TransCore Link Logistics Canadian Freight Index.

Zonar Names Ian McKerlich Chief Strategy Officer

SEATTLE, WA - The transportation technology company Zonar has hired Ian McKerlich as its chief strategy officer, responsible for developing corporate strategy and product delivery.

PeopleNet, TMW Set Joint User Conference for 2016

CLEVELAND, OH and MINNEAPOLIS, MN - Two leading providers of mobile fleet technology will be combining their separate annual user conferences into a single event in 2016.

No Charge for Dangerous Goods Transport Emergency Calls

OTTAWA, ON - You now don't have to spend a cent when needing pertinent and timely advice on how to handle emergencies arising from the transportation of dangerous goods.

Glider Kits: One of the Hottest Things in Trucking

GREEN BAY, WI - Need a truck or several trucks, but don't like the thought of owning one with what some believe is complicated engine technology that not just any mechanic can work on?

North America Spot Freight Measure Falls 15 Percent

PORTLAND, OR -- Following an established seasonal pattern, spot market freight volume declined 15 percent in November from the month before, largely due to a drop in demand for flatbed trucks, but there were slight improvements in rates.

Truck Cargo Theft Reporting Program Expands

EDMONTON, AB - A truck cargo theft reporting program that has reportedly been highly successful in Eastern Canada is expanding to four western provinces. The announcement was made Tuesday by the Insurance Bureau of Canada (IBC), along with law enforcement and provincial trucking associations in British Columbia, Alberta, Saskatchewan and Manitoba. "Cargo theft is a serious crime. It is costing the Canadian economy billions of dollars and can be dangerous," said Bill Adams, a vice-president with IBC, which represents private insurance companies. "The cargo theft initiative brings together the many different parts of the transportation system to help curb this type of criminal activity, protect people in our communities and save Canadians money."

Groupe Morneau Expands, Acquires Total Cold Storage

ANJOU, QC - The trucking company Groupe Morneau announced this week it has finalized its purchase of Total Cold Storage, located in its hometown on Anjou, QC.

Diesel Prices Continue Decline in Canada, U.S. as Oil Sinks

LONDON, ON and WASHINGTON, D.C. - Average retail prices for diesel in both Canada and the U.S. have moved down for another consecutive week as the price for benchmark crude oil is the lowest in seven years.

HOT Lane Project Expected to Heat Up This Summer

TORONTO, ON -- An effort to speed up traffic along one section of congested roadway is set to begin next year that could lead to a bigger effort to reduce congestion if it proves successful.

The Trucking 20 Under 40

TORONTO, ON -- It is an exciting time in the trucking industry. Our generation is learning so much about this business from the previous -generation, but they too are learning from us. You will read about young people who have the energy, technology-smarts and fresh ideas to change the way we do business. After reading this year's 20 under 40, you will be assured that the future of our industry is in good hands. Something tells me that trucking may already be in my one-year-old son's blood. When I ask him to back up so I can put his shoes on - he moves backwards while saying "Beep ... beep ... beep." Should he choose to join this business and be a part of Today's Trucking's 20 Under 40 in year 2039, I could not be more proud.

Cargo Theft Reporting Program to Launch in Western Canada

EDMONTON, AB - Western truckers along with law enforcement and insurance interests are stepping up their battle against cargo theft. On Tuesday, the Alberta Motor Truck Association (AMTA), the Insurance Bureau of Canada (IBC), which represents insurance companies, and provincial police are set to offer details on the expansion of the successful cargo theft reporting program to Western Canada. This program will help raise awareness of and combat the growing problem of cargo theft, which includes stealing trucks and trailers containing merchandise. Cargo theft in Western Canada and across the country has become a serious issue, according to the groups. Not only does it put the safety of Canadians in jeopardy, it can cost the Canadian economy billions of dollars a year. Also, it's often linked to organized crime, which uses the proceeds to fund gun and drug smuggling.

Big Rig Orders Plummet, Medium-Duty Remains Solid

BLOOMINGTON and COLUMBUS, IN - Two new, preliminary reports have been issued when it comes to new big-rig orders and no matter how you slice them they show huge drops while the smaller side of trucking continues at a good pace.