Roadrunner Extends Coverage of Cross-Border LTL Services to Western Canada
After extending its services to Toronto and Montreal earlier this year, the Chicago-based company is now expanding further to Canadian markets in Vancouver, Calgary, and Edmonton.
Shipping Container Spot Rates See First Drop in Three Months
This decline indicates some market stabilization and is a sign of relief for importers and exporters facing high costs and logistical challenges.
Canada Averts West Coast Strike Threat at British Columbia Ports
As federal mediators worked with the two parties to reach an agreement, the union and employers withdrew the strike and lockout notices.
Rising Ocean Freight Rates Impact U.S. Imports
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Rising ocean freight rates are posing significant challenges for U.S. importers by impacting the global supply chain and inflating costs for businesses and consumers.
CBSA Updates ASECC Pilot Program for Arctic Shipping Reporting and Clearance
The ASECC pilot program’s electronic reporting and clearance will help low-risk carriers and vessels operating in Arctic waters improve their efficiency and reduce administrative burdens.
Cargojet and Great Vision Introduce China-Canada Charter Service to Boost E-commerce
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The new scheduled charter service between China and Canada will strengthen relations and capitalize on China’s growing e-commerce market.
Deadline Approaches for Canadian Rail Labor Strike Decision
TCRC is preparing a new strike vote as the current mandate expires, while CIRB evaluates the impact of a potential Canadian rail strike.
Canadian Freight Halt Anticipated with Possible Rail Strike
Canadian freight rail traffic could come to a halt in May, with the looming possibility of a strike by approximately 3,300 workers at Canadian Pacific Kansas City (CPKC) and a further 6,000 at rival Canadian National Railway (CN). Read on to learn more.
APHIS Introduces Higher Commercial Transportation Fees Starting October 2024
The USDA’s Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) will increase user fees for the Agricultural Quarantine and Inspection (AQI) program, effective October 1, 2024. The new fees will apply to all commercial cargo arriving at U.S. ports of entry. Read on to learn about the new fee structure.
New Steps for Sustainable Transportation in Canada with the Launch of RIZON Electric Trucks
RIZON announced the Canadian debut of its electric commercial vehicles this April. Scheduled for availability beginning June 2024, the RIZON electric trucks will help achieve zero emissions by 2050 and transform the transportation sector in Canada.
