DataDis, which specializes in fleet maintenance software solutions, has appointed Marcus Mares as its new sales director. Mares has worked in the industry for more than 20 years in companies such as TGI Connect and Trimble. DataDis is headquartered in Quebec City, Que. and has offices in Montreal and Saguenay, Que., and Toronto. Source: Truck […]
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With parts and labor shortages forcing fleets to extend truck and trailer trade cycles, fleets are ramping up communication and becoming more creative in how they service equipment. No longer is it about getting a unit into the least expensive shop, or even the closest. “It’s who can get us in and get us out,”
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Mississauga City Council has unanimously passed a motion supporting Ontario Dump Truck Association (ODTA) members in their fight for fair wages and safe working conditions. City staff are being asked to explore how to broaden the scope of the municipality’s sustainable procurement policy to address labor rights and working conditions, and to review the procurement
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The Town of Caledon – which says it’s besieged by illegal truck parking yards – has successfully prosecuted a trucking company resulting in a court order to cease illegal operations and a $30,000 fine. On Nov. 9, the Ontario Superior Court of Justice charged 6230 Mayfield Inc. for illegal land use. The defendants agreed to
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The federal government approved 2,902 temporary foreign workers (TFWs) to be hired as transport truck drivers in the second quarter of the year — up from 1,802 the previous quarter, according to a recent Statistics Canada report. Despite the increase, however, the numbers continue to address a limited share of vacancies. “It’s more of a
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The Atlantic Provinces Trucking Association (APTA) has recognized seven people for their contributions to trucking. “The APTA is proud and humbled to recognize these champions of our industry,” executive director Chris McKee said in a statement. “It was terrific to be able to gather in person for the first time in three years to provide
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Bridgestone Americas announced an investment of US$60 million to expand its 200,000 square-foot Bridgestone Bandag manufacturing plant in Abilene, Texas, by 50,000 square feet. The expansion includes an immediate increase in operational activity by running on six- and seven-day production schedules, as well as the construction of new mixing operations at the facility, according to
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Andlauer Healthcare Group (AHG) has announced the retirement of Stephen Barr effective Dec. 31, 2023, and the appointment of Sandro Caccaro as his replacement. Barr served as the company’s president of transportation since […] Source: Truck News
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Switching to biodiesel today can help you lower your carbon emissions. To support the Canadian Government’s commitment to achieve net-zero emissions by 2050, all industries and sectors are making changes and adapting new practices to their operations to lower their net emissions. Many businesses in the energy and fuel sector are already taking steps to
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Groupe Morneau is acquiring Toronto-based General Cartage, an LTL carrier, effective Oct. 1. While already active in Toronto in 20 years, building its presence in eastern Canada’s LTL sector, Groupe Morneau says this acquisition will significantly increase its presence in the Ontario market. “General Cartage is a family business that has been working in the
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