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Transportation
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GTI Transport acquires Precision Specialized
Montreal, QC — GTI Transport Solution Inc., a leading provider of open-deck, specialized and over-dimensional freight services, announced it is acquiring Precision Specialized Division Inc., a division of Precision Truck Lines Inc. Located in Woodbridge, Ontario, PSD is a leader…
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Day & Ross announces executive appointments
Hartland, NB — Transportation company Day & Ross has announced a reorganization of its executive suite. “These key leadership roles and organizational changes are part of our strategy to improve our customer experience and grow our business,” said William Doherty,…
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MTO introduces pre-clearance technology at truck inspections
London, ON — Ontario’s Ministry of Transportation announced new technology aimed at pre-clearance of at truck inspection stations that it says will reduce delays, promote on time delivery of goods and improve road safety. Pre-clearance technology quickly identifies high-risk trucks…
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J.B. Hunt acquires home delivery outfit
Lowell, AR — JJ.B. Hunt Transport, Inc. announced it has an agreement to purchase Cory 1st Choice Home Delivery for $100 million, to be funded using J.B. Hunt’s existing revolving credit facility. “This is a strategic investment that will further…
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Day & Ross acquires carrier Stonehammer
Hartland, NB — As part of its growth strategy, Day & Ross has acquired Stonehammer Transport Inc., an established carrier based in Okotoks, Alberta. “This acquisition in Western Canada is a significant complement to our Eastern flatbed fleet, bolstering our…
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Canada Cartage helps launch connected vehicle tech group
Hamilton, ON – Canada Cartage has announced it is part of a group launching the Centre for Integrated Transportation and Mobility (CITM) to help Ontario companies develop connected vehicles and mobility technologies. The $10.5-million center is a public-private partnership between…
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Manitoulin Transport acquires Kluane Freight Lines
Toronto, ON — Manitoulin Transport has purchased Kluane Freight Lines Ltd.’s book of business and formed a joint venture with Chief Isaac Group of Companies. Kluane Freight Lines is a First Nation-owned less-than-truckload (LTL) carrier based in Whitehorse and a…
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Volvo Trucks to demonstrate new electric models in 2019
Gothenburg, Sweden — Volvo Trucks announced that it will introduce all-electric Volvo VNR regional-haul demonstrators in California next year, operating in distribution, regional-haul and drayage operations. Sales of the VNR Electric in North America will begin in 2020. “We are…
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XPO to offer last mile tracking of heavy goods through Google Search
Greenwich, CT — XPO Logistics has become the first company to offer last mile tracking of heavy goods through Google Search. The company is the largest provider of last mile logistics for heavy goods in North America, with an expansive…
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Andy announces acquisition of its first terminal in Ontario
Montreal, QC — Andy, an asset-based transportation, logistics, warehousing, and fleet management group of private companies, announced the acquisition of its first Ontario transportation terminal located at 665 Weaver Road, in Windsor and consisting of approximately 500,000 sq. ft. The…
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Train Trailer to expand and relocate three key locations
Toronto, ON – Train Trailer announced this week that it has expanded its head office location in Bolton, as well as its Alberta and Quebec facilities. All three relocations will increase workshop capacity, allowing Train Trailer to expand its service…
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Manitoulin Global Forwarding acquires N/J International Inc.
Toronto, ON — Manitoulin Global Forwarding has acquired N/J International Inc. of Houston, Texas. N/J International is a global supply chain provider of fully integrated transportation and logistics solutions covering air and sea freight, warehousing, crating, distribution and supply chain…