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Saskatchewan to invest heavily in infrastructure
REGINA, Sask. — The Saskatchewan has introduced a budget heavy in infrastructure spending, earning accolades from the transportation industry. Highways Minister Nancy Heppner said her department would invest $842 million into infrastructure, a 27% increase over last year’s budget, marking the…
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St. Lawrence Seaway season opening April 2 amidst weather and cargo challenges
MONTREAL, Que.—-The opening of the 2015 commercial shipping season on the bi-national St. Lawrence Seaway has been delayed for a week to April 2 due to a second year in succession of exceptionally heavy ice conditions in the winter and…
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Georgia Ports wetlands project unveiled in honor of Earth Day
SAVANNAH, Ga.– The Georgia Ports Authority celebrated Earth Day by unveiling nearly 14 acres of recently created wetlands, under a 2.5 year, $3.7 million project that treats 100 million gallons of water annually and creates natural wildlife habitat. “Our mission…
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Commercial incentives and supply chain collaboration are key to helping move more grain: CN pres Mongeau
WINNIPEG, Man.–Claude Mongeau, president and chief executive officer of CN said today Canada’s grain handling and transportation system can only succeed in efficiently moving more grain to market if commercial incentives align the supply chain and if all supply chain…
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St. Lawrence marine industry blasts ‘inadequate’ Coast Guard icebreaking service
MONTREAL, Que.–The marine industry engaged in St. Lawrence River trades is up in arms over alleged ‘inadequate’ icebreaking services by the Canadian Coast Guard (CCG) during a winter that has provided the densest ice conditions since 1993, and urges the…
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Manitoba Trucking Association pleased infrastructure upgrades included in Throne Speech; helps protect vital cross-border trade routes
WINNIPEG, MB – The Manitoba Trucking Association (MTA) says it is encouraged that the Manitoba Government has included plans to upgrade highway infrastructure in the Throne Speech. Of note, the multi-year reconstruction of PTH 75 to help protect the vital…
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CITT begins National Conference on Supply Chain and Logistics
TORONTO, ON—November 3 marked the opening day of the 2013 National Conference on Supply Chain and Logistics, the annual learning and networking event presented by CITT, which runs November 3-5 in Toronto, Ontario. THRIVE-ability: Strategies for more profitable, sustainable supply…
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CITT announces program for 2013 National Conference on Supply Chain and Logistics
TORONTO, ON—The CITT has finalized the program for its 2013 National Conference on Supply Chain and Logistics, the annual learning and networking event presented by CITT. THRIVE-ability: Strategies for more profitable, sustainable supply chains will be held in Toronto, Ontario…
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Shippers should expect delivery delays, price hikes due to flooding: MTA
WINNIPEG, Man. — The Manitoba Trucking Association is warning shippers and consumers that they should expect delivery delays and price increases as a result of anticipated flooding in southern Manitoba this year, particularly that of Highway 75 between Winnipeg and…
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LEADERS: Manitoba Trucking Association’s Bob Dolyniuk on turning Winnipeg into a trade gateway.
Q. What role can Manitoba play in capturing North American trade traffic? Can it become, as some suggest, a gateway to the continent? Dolyniuk: Most of the traffic that comes inland from offshore, comes by container, which is moved by…
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CN donates thousands to support flood-damaged Manitoba
WINNIPEG, Man. — CN has donated $37,500 to the Red Cross in support of the agency’s relief efforts throughout the province of Manitoba. This sum represents a combination of funds donated by employees and a corporate match. This spring, chronic…
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PMAC to offer supply management training in Bermuda
TORONTO, Ont. — The Purchasing Management Association of Canada (PMAC) has renewed its partnership with Bermuda College to offer courses and seminars in supply management. “This agreement will give Bermuda College the opportunity to enhance its offering to its students…
