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Manitoba Trucking Association Newsletter

Manitoba Trucking Association

IN THIS NEWSLETTERMessage from MTA President

Greg Arndt...............................2

Welcome to our New

Members.................................3

MPI Entry Level Professional

Truck Driver Training Program

Grad Update............................3

City of Winnipeg Truck Route

Information..............................4

Across Our Country.................5

From the CTA..........................6

Border Crossing News.............7

South of the Border..................8

Freight Indexes........................9

SAFE Roads Campaign

Reminds Motorists to Slow

Down for Worker Safety.........12

Manitoba Drivers Not Slowing

Down for Emergency Vehicles:

CAA, RCMP...........................12

Daimler Makes History with

First License for Autonomous

Commercial Truck to Operate

on Public Highway.................13

MTA Special Promotion..........14

Mark Your Calendars!............15

The Back Page......................16

The new certified occupations act introduced in the Manitoba legislature May 6 by Hon. Kevin Chief (Manitoba Jobs and the Economy Minister) will provide better training and skills development for Manitoba workers, specifically people wanting to start a career as a truck driver in Manitoba.

The proposed act would ensure Manitoba workers in certain industries will be able to receive certification in their occupation from on-the-job training as well as classroom training from accredited providers.

“Manitoba businesses have many specialized jobs that people new to the job market need to know are an option for them,” said Minister Chief. “We have the youngest and fastest growing demographic in Canada, as well as many newcomers and others who are just looking for a chance to put their abilities to use in a new occupation. This proposed act is about giving them a tap on the shoulder to show them the possibilities available.”

The proposed act would see enhanced training and certification for select occupations. The first occupation that would be certified would be commercial truck drivers. The Manitoba government has worked closely with industry stakeholders to develop the legislation and training programs, the minister noted.

“This type of investment means there will be greater quality and selection of skills training for Manitobans including truck drivers,” said Terry Shaw, Executive Director, Manitoba Trucking Association. “Investing in training and education means better equipped workers and a stronger labour market for our industry.”

Commercial Truck Driver to be Designated Occupation in Manitoba

MAY 2015

MTA Appoints New Safety Program Director

The Manitoba Trucking Association is pleased to announce Ed Pschulski as the Director of the Manitoba Trucking Safety Program. Ed brings over fourteen years’ experience as a safety professional with an additional nine years as a production supervisor. He is a certified First Aid Instructor, a Fire and Life Safety Educator, on the Board of Directors for the Association of Safety and Health Specialists and has achieved the Canadian Registered Safety Professional designation (CRSP).

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2015- 2016 MTA EXECUTIVE

May 2015

President: Greg ArndtJade Transport Ltd.

1st Vice President: Gary ArnoldArnold Bros. Transport Ltd.

2nd Vice President: John Erik AlbrechtsenPaul’s Hauling Limited

Members at Large: Bernie DriedgerPortage Transport Inc.

Doug WittGardewine

Ed DillonKleysen Group LP

Past President:Norm BlagdenSearcy Trucking Ltd.

Associated Trades DivisionChairman: John OadesBeaver Truck Centre

Vice Chair:Tom AldridgeInvestors’ Group

Message from MTA President Greg ArndtIt has been a very exciting spring for the Manitoba Trucking Association, and I am very proud of the work that has been accomplished.

First, I would like to welcome Ed Pschulski to our industry. Ed will be the Director of the Manitoba Trucking Safety Program. He comes to us with a wealth of knowledge and experience, and I am sure that I speak for all of us when I say that I am looking forward to seeing what Ed and his team will have for our safety program. This is a great opportunity for Manitoba’s trucking industry, and I hope that you all consider it for your organizations.

Second, we received word this month that the occupation of commercial truck driver will be certified as a designated occupation in Manitoba. This is one of the first occupations to be certified, and as a result, will see enhanced training and certification opportunities. I have said it time and again that what our professional drivers do day in and day out on our streets and highways is truly a skill. I am glad to see that our province is recognizing that not just anyone can or should get behind the wheel of a commercial truck, while at the same time promoting the wealth of opportunities available in our industry.

Third, I would like to point out that there are several opportunities for different groups of people in our industry. First, the MTA scholarships deadline is drawing near, so if you know of a young person planning to pursue post-secondary students or an apprenticeship, there might be some financial reward available to them from the MTA. Please see page 14 of this newsletter for more details. Second, we are still accepting registrations (to May 31) for the 2015 Manitoba Professional Truck Driving Championship, scheduled for June 20 this year.

We have a new category this year for instructors, which I think will be a real opportunity for those who train our drivers to showcase their exceptional skills and knowledge. Following the truck driving championship is the 2015 Driver Awards Banquet where we will award not only the winners for the day’s competition, but also recognize the MTA-Custom Truck Sales Inc/Kenworth Industry Excellence winners and MTA-Volvo Trucks Canada Driver of the Year. This is always an exciting day, so be sure to stop in to see some of the competition or buy your tickets for the banquet.

Finally, with the May long weekend behind us, I would like to remind everyone to be safe on the roads. Construction season is well underway, so ensure that you are slowing down in construction zones so workers are safe. As well, a recent study has shown that most Manitobans are not slowing down and/or pulling over when passing emergency vehicles. These are the people who help us when we need it most, whether it’s towing us from the ditch or rushing us to the hospital. Let’s show our respect for ALL roadside workers and slow down and pull over. Finally, remember that traffic volumes will be up and the highways will have lots of campers and trailers on them, not always driven by those who are comfortable pulling trailers or driving RVs, so please be aware of them. Be courteous and respectful of them so we can all reach our destinations safely.

Have a great, and safe, summer!

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May 2015

WELCOME TO OUR NEW MEMBERS! The MTA is pleased to welcome the following new members to our industry association:Carrier MembersPeak Transport197 Eagle DriveWinnipeg, MB Phone: 204-632-5380Web: www.peaktransport.com

ATD MembersBrandt Finance Ltd.PO Box 3856Regina, SK S4P 3R8Phone: 306-791-7777Web: www.brandt.caMain Contact: Brian LeierPhone: 306-337-4029Email: [email protected] leasing/financing

eScreen Canada ULCSuite 140 12th St SECalgary, AB T2H 2X2Phone: 403-720-8005Web: www.escreencanada.comMain Contact: Ross MullenPhone: 403-723-9078Email: [email protected] driver services, fleet safety consultants, drug & alcohol testing

ATD MembersMcKenzie & Associates201-701Pembina HighwayWinnipeg, MB R3M 2L7Phone: 204-284-6325Web: www.cdnibc,comMain Contact: Lloyd BeginPhone: 204-479-0240Email: [email protected] container sales, intermediate bulk containers/tanks

Red Wireless210-1881 Portage AvenueWinnipeg, MB Phone: 204-783-0888Web: www.redwireless.caMain Contact: Jordan HarveyEmail: [email protected] communications equipment, telecommunications

New Driver on the Road Thanks to the MPI Entry Level Professional Truck Driver Training Program

We would like to welcome Chris Swanton, a driver with Steve’s Livestock Transport, to our industry. Chris recently graduated from the MPI Entry Level Professional Truck Driver Training Program, and will continue working with Steve’s Livestock Transport. Congratulations Chris!


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The new system would include industry-led standards development, a competency-based training model, and the requirement of both classroom and on-the-job training. Standards would be developed through consultation with industry stakeholders.

On a very timely and related note Trucking HR Canada has also just released the updated National Occupational Standard (NOS) for Entry Level Truck Drivers. This means industry is ready to hit the ground running when this act is passed.

Ed’s responsibilities include building a trucking industry-based safety program for employers and workers to engage in positive safety and health practices that ensure employees are safe and workplaces are productive. The program would offer training and safety program support customized to the trucking industry, access to information and resources, and enable companies with effective safety programs to become certified and eligible for discounts on WCB premiums.

In the immediate future, there is lots on the go for the new safety program. A meeting was held in the last week of May to provide strategic direction to the safety council. Planning sessions were also booked at this meeting. MTA staff has also been busy working on a business plan for the trucking industry safety program. Once business plans and goals are in place, Ed and his team will have a clear direction to take. Watch your MTA newsletter for more updates on the progress of this exciting new program for our industry.

City of Winnipeg Website Provides Truck Route Information During

Construction SeasonConstruction season is well underway, and the City of Winnipeg is once again working with the MTA to ensure that our members are well-informed of major detours and lane closures throughout the summer.

Watch your MTA eBulletin’s each week for announce-ments of significant closures and turn restrictions related to truck routes.

Also, visit the City’s lane closure website for the most up-to-date information:

http://www.winnipeg.ca/publicworks/LaneClosures/LaneClosures.asp

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Designated Occupation (from page 1) Safety Program (from page 1)


May 2015


Across Our

Country

The Ontario Ministry of Transportation (MTO) has released the latest edition of the Ontario Road Safety Annual Report (ORSAR), and once again it shows that trucks are the safest vehicles and truck drivers are the safest drivers on the road, says David Bradley, president of the Ontario Trucking Association.

The ORSAR, which contains the results for 2012, states that large trucks (including straight trucks which require a Class D driver’s licence) as well as tractor-trailers (which require a Class A driver’s license), represented just 4.5 % of the total number of vehicles involved in all collisions in Ontario. Tractors and tractor-trailers represented only 2.4% of the total number of vehicles involved in all collisions that year.

There were 98 large trucks involved in fatal collisions in 2012 of a total population of 273,765. Of the trucks that require a Class A driver’s licence (tractor-trailers) to operate, there were only 61 – or .02% of the total registered large truck population -- involved in fatal collisions. In total, there were 194,746, registered trucks requiring a Class A license.

There were 100 fatalities in collisions involving all types of large trucks in 2012, one fewer than the previous year. While this number represents 17.6% of all fatalities, the report also confirms what has been the case for years – that trucks and truck drivers are not usually the cause of the fatal collisions they are involved in. Of the 98 large trucks involved in fatal crashes, not one had an apparent defect that may have contributed to the crash.

In comparison to other drivers, large truck drivers involved in fatal collisions are more likely to be “driving properly.” In terms of the number of fatal collisions, the driver of the large truck was driving properly 68% of the time vs 39% for the other driver in the same fatal collisions. In terms of the number of persons killed in collisions with large trucks in 2012, the truck driver was determined to have been driving properly in 79% of the fatalities – the highest level in the past five years and 15.2 percentage points better than in 2008.

In addition, truck drivers are far less likely to have been drinking or impaired by alcohol or drugs – 2% compared to 17% for other drivers involved in the same crashes. In 2012, there was only one recorded collision involving a commercial vehicle where alcohol was involved.

(source: OTA)

MTO Report Confirms Trucks and Truck Drivers Are Safest

Proclaiming that gridlock is “choking” the provincial economy, Finance Minister Charles Sousa announced a 10-year, $130-billion infrastructure plan in the 2015 Ontario budget unveiled today. For transportation infrastructure specifically, the budget boosts the funding previously announced in the 2014 budget for roads, bridges and transit available through the Moving Ontario Forward plan from nearly $29 billion to $31.5 billion. This increase is to help accelerate priority projects and enable new projects to come online, the government stated. Of this $31.5 billion, the near 50-50 revenue split between transit projects in the Greater Toronto Hamilton Area (GTHA) and infrastructure projects in other parts of the province will be maintained. Some specific non-transit projects highlighted in the 2015 budget include: expanding additional segments of Hwy. 11/17 between Thunder Bay and Nipigon; constructing a new alignment of Hwy. 7 between Kitchener and Guelph; and making improvements to Hwy 401 and Hwy 417 in Ottawa. The budget did, however, call for a new program to expand the province’s natural gas network, which could, depending on the type of development, expand the use of CNG and LNG trucks. Perhaps of some potential concern is a reference in the budget confirming the government will continue with its new strategy relating to non-tax revenue (user fees), which could include things like driver and vehicle fees. While it’s unclear at this point what impact, if any, this will have on the trucking industry, the process of reviewing all current user fees is slated to begin in 2015.

The Ontario trucking industry already absorbed a 70% increase in commercial licence plate fees over 2013-2014.

(source: OTA)

Infrastructure Big Winner in 2015 Ontario Budget

May 2015

From the CTA

The Canadian Trucking Alliance welcomes the publishing of Canada Gazette Part II which outlines changes to regulations regarding eManifest information required by Canada Border Services Agency prior to arrival in Canada. The publishing of the Canada Gazette Part II indicates to highway carriers that there are now 45 days to comply with CBSA’s Advanced Commercial Information (ACI) eManifest requirements for all trucks, loaded or empty, coming into Canada. eManifest requires the electronic transmission of manifest information from highway carriers at least one hour prior to the trucks’ arrival at the first port of entry into Canada. Information identifying the truck, trailer, shipment(s) and driver can be sent to CBSA through a free web based portal (ACI portal), a direct connection to the CBSA or through a service provider. After the 45 day period is over, CBSA will begin to issue “zero-rated” AMPS penalties. That means that although a penalty has technically been issued, there are no monies owed to CBSA. The penalty will instead serve as a warning to carriers they must correct the issue that led to the penalty and be prepared to fully comply with ACI requirements. The “zero-rated” AMPS period will last for six months, after which, full AMPS will apply, including monetary fines. “CTA members have been voluntarily submitting e-Manifests to CBSA for nearly five years now,” says Alliance CEO, David Bradley. “While there have been growing pains, the process has shown to expedite cross-border truck traffic so the fact that we finally have a date for when the program becomes mandatory means things should improve further.” CBSA has indicated that 90 percent of highway carriers are ready for eManifest. However, carriers are encouraged to communicate this notice to shippers and customers as they will need to provide information to carriers in advance and ensure descriptions and piece counts are accurate for all goods. Failing to do so could result in delays at the border as well as contribute to potential fines for the carriers. Those carriers not already submitting eManifest are urged to do so now and communicate with partner carriers to ensure they are also prepared. More information including exceptions and exemptions can be found at http://www.cbsa-asfc.gc.ca/prog/manif/faq-eng.html

CTA Pleased to See eManifest Implementation Date Finally Announced

You don’t have to be Don Cherry or a 1990’s grunge rocker from Seattle to pull off plaid. In advance of Father’s Day, join the legion of Canadians, including at least one CTA member carrier, who will be Wearing Plaid for Dad on June 19.

Leading up to Father’s Day, a time when the focus is already on men and families, Prostate Cancer Canada has launched Wear Plaid for Dad – a new and fun campaign to raise awareness and funds to help protect men from prostate cancer, which is the most common cancer affecting men. In fact, one in eight men – dads, husbands, brothers, sons and grandfathers – will be diagnosed with prostate cancer in their lifetime.

CTA Board member James Steed of Steed Standard Transport, whose father battled prostate cancer, has already gotten involved by raising funds and donating a trailer with Prostate Cancer Canada’s logo. He’s now challenging his fellow CTA members and the Canadian trucking industry at-large to do the same for this important cause.

“I am James Steed and I accept the challenge and will be wearing plaid on June 19 to raise awareness for Prostate Cancer,” he announced. “We encourage you to wear plaid for dad as well and challenge your industry competitors and anyone else you wish.”

Check out Wear Plaid for Dad (www.wearplaidfordad.ca) for ideas on how your company can get involved in the campaign, which is being led by Vice Admiral Mark Norman, among other notable Canadians. You can donate, organize a workplace event and encourage employee engagement, or launch a social media campaign through your business network (#WearPlaidforDad) etc. At the very least, encourage employees and colleagues to wear plaid on June 19 – whether it’s a shirt, a tie, a scarf, or even a suit – if it’s plaid it’ll work!

CTA Carriers: Wear Plaid for Dad!


May 2015

BORDER CROSSING

NEWSeManifest Regulations Are In Force

Further to the May 6, 2015 regulatory amendments published in the Canada Gazette, Part II, the CBSA website has been updated to inform stakeholders that the following implementation timelines apply to eManifest requirements for highway carriers:

· From May 6, 2015, to July 10, 2015, the CBSA will provide carriers with a period of transition during which penalties for non-compliance will not be issued. The Agency will work closely with carriers on corrective measures to help them comply with eManifest requirements.

· From July 10, 2015, to January 10, 2016, carriers who do not comply with eManifest requirements may be issued zero-rated penalties (non-monetary) under the CBSA’s Administrative Monetary Penalty System (AMPS).

· Beginning January 10, 2016, carriers who do not comply with eManifest requirements may be issued monetary AMPS penalties.

Freight forwardersInsofar as freight forwarder requirements are concerned, a voluntary compliance period remains in effect. The CBSA will communicate the implementation timeline for freight forwarders, once confirmed, and in advance of the mandatory compliance date.

CBSA Verifying Company Contact Information

The TCCU is currently updating the client files and they would like to ensure they have your company’s most current contact information. They ask that you please complete the template below and send it to the TCCU by June 5, 2015.

The email address to send the information to [email protected]

The following information is mandatory:

~Legal Company Name:~Operating Name:~Client Identifier (Carrier Code, Account Security Number, etc.):~*Primary Contact Name:~Primary Contact Telephone Number:~Primary Contact Fax Number:~Primary Contact Email:~After Regular Business Hours Contact Name:~After Regular Business Hours Contact Phone Number:~After Regular Business Hours Contact Email:~Primary IT Contact Name:~Primary IT Contact Telephone Number:~Primary IT Contact Email:~Secondary IT Contact Name:~Secondary IT Contact Telephone Number:~Secondary IT Contact Email:

*Primary Contact is defined as first point of contact if the TCCU should contact your company

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May 2015

The Area Port of Pembina office phone number is 701-825-5600. The fax number for this office is 701-825-5692. Phone numbers for team members are as follows:

Import Specialist Team 381: 825-5681Kristina Nelson (electronics) - 825-5609Tracy Coffield (petroleum, natural gas, minerals): 825-5606Gail Jensen (pharmaceutical health & chemicals): 825-5628Connor Snitker: 825-5626Tiffany Hemmes: 825-5610Nancy Anderson: 825-5608

Import Specialist Team 382: 825-5682Angel Yonke (automotive and aerospace): 825-5615Heidi Olsonawski (apparel, textiles & footwear): 825-5635Cindy Clinton-Lofberg (machinery): 825-5621Brenda Masloski (consumer products & mass): 825-5633Nancy Feldman (merchandising): 825-5625Lorie Vagle: 825-5636

Import Specialist Team 383: 825-5683Sue Fritz (base metals): 825-5630Herb Winzer (agriculture & prepared products): 825-5632Cindy Stewart (industrial & manufacturing metals): 825-5622Del Huttunen: 825-5634

Unit Grey Entry SpecialistTiffany Schmelz: 825-5629Robin Burke: 825-5614Janet Schafer: 825-5616

Unit Green Entry SpecialistLori Volk: 825-5605Peggy Monette: 825-5620Beth Karas: 825-5601

Updated Contact Information for Pembina Point of Entry

South of

the BorderIn the first quarter of 2015, the FreightWatch International Supply Chain Intelligence Center (FWI SCIC) recorded a total of 191 cargo thefts in the United States. During this time, 65 of these incidents occurred in January, 60 in February, and 66 occurred in March. The average loss value per incident during this time was $256,966. Through an annual comparison with the previous quarter (Q4-2014), this represents both a 1% increase in volume and a 26% increase in value. When comparing these numbers to the same quarter last year (Q1-2014), this represents a 14% decrease in volume and a 25% increase in value. This is a continuation of the trend identified by the FWI SCIC in Q3-2014 of a large rise in average loss value indicating that organized cargo thieves are targeting more lucrative shipments while many carriers continue to improve the security of their supply chain. It should be noted that delays in incident reporting typically cause measurable increases in theft volumes in the weeks following the publication of FWI quarterly reports. As such, totals for the most

recent quarter are expected to rise above those recorded thus far. It is FWI practice to use updated theft numbers for past quarters when comparing them to current three-month totals.

Food & Drinks continues to be the most stolen product type in Q1-2015 with 31% of total thefts in the U.S. during this time. Products that were primarily targeted in this category include Candy, Cookies & Snacks, Meats, Sodas, Juices, Teas & Water and Canned & Dry Goods. The Electronics category continues to be the second most stolen product type with 14% of the total in Q1-2015, primarily consisting of the perennial favorite Televisions & Displays, as well as the Software, Components & Peripherals subtype. Home & Garden finished third with 12% of the total; the largest share of its thefts (30%) coming from the Cleaning Supplies & Products subtype. The Metals category comes in fourth with 11%; most incidents recorded were from Aluminum and Copper thefts. There was one theft of Precious

FreightWatch International Releases Q1 Report

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May 2015

Freight IndexesThe Freight Transportation Services Index (TSI), which is based on the amount of freight carried by the for-hire transportation industry, rose 1.7 percent in March from February, rising after a one-month decline, according to the U.S. Department of Transportation’s Bureau of Transportation Statistics’ (BTS). The March 2015 index level (122.9) was 29.9% above the April 2009 low during the most recent recession. The level of freight shipments in March measured by the Freight TSI (122.9) was 0.4% below the all-time high level of 123.4 in November 2014 (Table 2A). BTS’ TSI records begin in 2000. The February index was revised to 120.9 from 120.4 in last month’s release. The January index also was revised slightly up with smaller upward revisions for the last three months of 2014. The Freight TSI measures the month-to-month changes in freight shipments by mode of transportation in tons and ton-miles, which are combined into one index. The index measures the output of the for-hire freight transportation industry and consists of data

from for-hire trucking, rail, inland waterways, pipelines and air freight. Analysis: The Freight TSI’s growth of 0.2 % in the first quarter of 2015 was the smallest quarterly increase since the third quarter of 2012, other than a decline in the second quarter of 2014. In addition, the Passenger TSI declined by 1.8% in the first quarter. During the quarter, real GDP grew 0.2%, a slowdown from 2.2% in the fourth quarter of 2014 and the slowest GDP growth since the first quarter of 2014. Unusually severe winter weather in much of the United States resulted in slow growth in several sectors of the economy, including personal consumption expenditures and non-residential fixed investment, all of which potentially impact demand for transportation. In addition, the weather impacted transportation more directly. Trend: In March, the Freight TSI recovered from its decline in February to almost equal the levels of January and December. The March increase was the largest monthly increase since July 2014 and brought the index to its second highest level ever, 0.4% below the all-time high in November 2014.

The net change for the first quarter of 2015 was an increase of 0.2%, following two quarters of faster growth. After dipping to 94.6 in April 2009, the index rose 29.9 percent in the succeeding 71 months. Index highs and lows: Freight shipments in March 2015 (122.9) were 29.9% higher than the recent low in April 2009 during the recession (94.6). The March 2015 level was 0.4% below the historic peak reached in November 2014 (123.4). Year to date: Freight shipments measured by the index were up 0.2% in March compared to the end of 2014. Long-term trend: Freight shipments are up 16.7% in the five years from the post-recession level of March 2010 and are up 9.5% in the 10 years from March 2005. Same month of previous year: March 2015 freight shipments were up 3.1% from March 2014. 1st quarter changes: The Freight TSI rose 0.2% in the first quarter of 2015.

BTS Releases March 2015 Freight Transportation Services Index (TSI)

Metals in Q1-2015.

The most prevalent location for large scale cargo thefts continues to be Unsecured Parking, identified in 91% of reported incidents. Of these thefts, 21% occurred at Truck Stops. Thefts from Warehouse or DC location types came in second with 5% of thefts compared to 3% in Q4-2014, and Secured Parking areas accounted for 4% of thefts this quarter.

Following previous trends, incidents involving Theft of Full Truckload were most common during Q1-2015 with 80% of all reported thefts. Pilferage, a theft type that is utilized by organized cargo thieves and street-level criminals alike, accounted for 12% of total thefts this quarter. This is a rise in the typical level of Pilferage, which accounted for 5% and 8% of totals in Q4-2014 and Q1-2014 respectively. Facility Theft, with 4% in Q1-2015, quadrupled its Q4-2014 theft rate of 1% and tied the level of thefts in Q1 of last year. Fictitious Pickup recorded 3% of thefts in Q1-2015, down from the 4% and 5% of Q4-2014 and Q1-2014.

Hijacking continues to be the least desirable form of theft, typically only perpetrated by nonorganized, desperate criminals, as the penalties for this type of theft are far more severe.

(source: Bert Wiebe, Marsh Risk Consulting)

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May 2015

TransCore’s Canadian Freight Volumes Fall in AprilTransCore Link Logistics Canadian Freight Index saw a downturn in volumes for April, declining 13 percent from March. Year-over-year volumes also experienced a significant drop, decreasing 23 percent over April 2014.

Cross-border load volumes averaged 72 percent of the total of the data submitted by Loadlink’s Canadian-based customers. Outbound load volumes fell 28 percent, and inbound loads were down 18 percent year-over-year.

Intra-Canada load volumes represented 23 percent of the total volumes and were down 27 percent year-over-year.

Equipment capacity loosened for April increasing to over two available trucks for every load for the first time this year. The equipment-to-load ratio jumped to 2.50 from 1.95 in March and from 1.46 compared to April 2014. Postings for truck availability increased 12 percent month-over-month and 31 percent year-over-year.

The outbound truck-to-load ratio from Manitoba to the rest of Canada climbed 41% to 3.63 from 2.58 in March. The inbound truck-to-load ratio to Manitoba from the rest of Canada jumped 71% to 4.03 from 2.36 in March. This trend was also present in most regions within Canada.

The outbound truck-to-load ratio to the United States from Manitoba jumped 147% to 2.27 from 0.92 in March. The inbound truck-to-load ratio from the United States to Manitoba increased 29% to 1.69 from 1.31 in March.

May 2015

Cass Freight Index: Freight Shipments Jump 4.2% in April

North American shipment volume and payments were up for the third month in a row. While first quarter GDP was an anemic 0.2 percent, it is not representative of the freight moving in the nation. Both the railroad and truck sectors reported increased loads in April. The strength of the U.S. dollar is boosting imports but hampering exports.

Shipment VolumesThe number of North American freight shipments jumped 4.2 percent in April but was still 2.5 percent lower than the same month a year ago. Railroad shipments picked up substantially in April, with carload traffic up 25.6 percent and intermodal up 27.6 percent. Truck

shipments reversed the decline reported in February and were up 1.1 percent in March (the latest month available). Although the April jobs report was the lowest it has been all year, transportation employment was up - with the majority of those jobs in truck driving. Production was soft in the first four months of 2015, but factory orders rose 2.1 percent in March after seven months of decline. A 13.5 percent jump in transportation equipment orders was responsible for much of the turnaround. Consumer confidence is at its highest level in eight years, which is contributing to improved numbers for the retail sector. U.S. imports were up 9.1 percent in March (the latest month available) and are forecast to continue to grow. Consumer goods accounted for more than half of all imports in March. U.S. demand is rising at a time when the strong dollar makes foreign goods more attractive and when countries with struggling economies such as China have been discounting their goods to increase sales.

Freight ExpendituresF r e i g h t e x p e n d i t u r e s increased 1.6 percent in April. April payments are 4.7 percent lower than they were in the same month last year. The trend for the first six months of 2014 was a large digression from the average for the last five years. After being suppressed for several years, spending and the number of shipments grew 15.6 and 15.8 percent respectively in the first half of 2014. The first four months of 2015 have not followed a similar trend. Freight spending is growing at a slower rate than the growth in shipment volume, indicating that there has not been much movement in rates. In fact, spot rates in April were actually running close to or below contract rates. The drop in fuel prices has eroded fuel surcharges, which has contributed to lower rates. Capacity is still not much of a factor, so other than rising labor costs, there is not much pressure on rates.

Overall PictureLike the first quarter in most of the last five years, last year being an exception, the economy got off to a slow start in 2015. Growth is expected to continue and pick up throughout the rest of the year. Manufacturing should perk up in the coming months as demand increases. With the strong dollar, raw material prices are lower for imported materials. Although capacity is not a problem, many companies have already announced increased levels of capital investment to update and improve plant and equipment. Although construction spending slipped in March, first quarter 2015 spending is 3.2 percent higher than the same period a year ago. Drops in drilling and energy exploration accounted for a significant portion of the drop in non-residential construction. With warmer months ahead, construction should pick up steam. The global economic picture is not as strong as the U.S. picture, so exports will continue to be weak.


May 2015

SAFE Roads Campaign Reminds Motorists to Slow Down for Worker Safety

With summer approaching and plans for infrastructure projects underway, the 2015 SAFE Roads campaign reminds Manitoba motorists to reduce their driving speeds and to be mindful when passing workers and when driving through construction zones.

SAFE Roads Committee members are joining forces with Minister Erna Braun; Minister Steve Ashton; Winnipeg Mayor Brian Bowman; Jamie Hall, Chief Operating Officer of SAFE Work Manitoba; and Bryan Luce, Vice President of Manitoba Hydro to raise awareness around safe driving practices and to slow down when approaching designated work sites

“Since 2007, as a province we have experienced the loss of four workers who were struck by a motor vehicle while working on or alongside the road,” said Minister of Labour and Immigration Erna Braun, “These fatalities are 100 per cent preventable and I call on all Manitobans to be mindful of the safety of our workers and slow down through construction sites or when passing a worker on the road.”

“Keeping our road workers and emergency personnel safe is as simple as slowing down and being aware of workers on the road,” said Minister of Infrastructure and Transportation Steve Ashton. “We all have the right to a safe workplace and this includes our province’s construction workers, firefighters, police officers, paramedics and utility workers working on or alongside the road.”

“We all have a part to play to make our roads safe for everyone, and I am calling on all Winnipeggers to just slow down and use caution when passing construction zones, heavy equipment, and people working in the roadway,” says Winnipeg Mayor Brian Bowman. “Building a growing, thriving, more modern city is one of our top priorities at the City of Winnipeg, but we also want to ensure that all Winnipeggers who work on, or near our roads return home safe to their family at the end of the day.”

The theme for this year’s campaign is “This is my Workplace. Slow Down”, a message that will be reinforced through billboard and transit bus advertisements to help raise awareness for greater safety for those working on our roadways.

“Our research shows that 84 per cent of people who are aware of the SAFE Roads campaign become more considerate, empathetic and understanding of workers and their designated work zones,” said Chris Lorenc, President of the Manitoba Heavy Construction Association (MHCA) and chair of the SAFE Roads Committee

Manitoba Drivers Not Slowing Down for Emergency Vehicles: CAA, RCMPCAA Manitoba and RCMP say they recently spotted more than 300 drivers not moving over for roadside tow trucks and emergency vehicles in one day, despite legislation requiring motorists to slow down.

The two agencies observed 316 vehicles driving by a CAA tow truck that was on the side of the Trans-Canada Highway near St. Francois Xavier, Man., to help a stalled vehicle on Wednesday, May 13.

Almost 99% of the drivers failed to slow down and move to another lane as they drove past the staged scene, CAA Manitoba said.

Under the Highway Traffic Act, drivers passing by a roadside emergency vehicle must move to the farthest lane from the scene whenever possible, as well as slow down to:`40 km/h when the posted speed limit is below 79 km/h, or`60 km/h when the posted speed limit is 80 km/h or higher.

Failing to do so could result in a $300 fine and two demerits.

The agencies also found that on Wednesday:~ almost 11 per cent of drivers didn’t move over at all. Those drivers were going at an average speed of 98 km/h.` almost four out of five drivers did move over to the next lane, but most of them didn’t slow down; they went at an average speed of 101 km/h.~ one motorcycle passed by the scene at a speed of 123 km/h.~ one semi-trailer passed by the scene at 107 km/h.

“It’s so important that drivers slow down and move over for all emergency workers, like law enforcement, fire paramedics and tow trucks,” Insp. Joanne Keeping, who heads up the Manitoba RCMP’s traffic services unit, said in a news release.

“It only takes a few moments to do so, but can be the difference between life and death for these workers and the citizens they are assisting.”

CAA Manitoba president Mike Mager said tow truck drivers, like other emergency workers, deserve to be safe on the job. “We’ve lobbied for this legislation for six years, but it means nothing if drivers aren’t following the letter of the law,” he said.

The two agencies are reminding motorists to slow down and move over for emergency vehicles, especially with many people expected to go camping or to their cottages over the summer.

(source: CBC)


May 2015

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Daimler Makes History with First License for Autonomous Commercial Truck to Operate on Public Highway

Commercial trucking history was made this month in the sunshine of the Nevada desert as state governor Brian Sandoval officially granted the first license for an autonomous commercial truck to operate on an open public highway in the United States to Daimler Trucks North America (DTNA).

Proclaiming that “for innovation you need to have courage” Dr. Wolfgang Bernhard, member of the board of management of Daimler AG Daimler Trucks and Buses, and Gov. Sandoval took part in the inaugural trip of the Freightliner Inspiration Truck in autonomous mode as a gathering of international journalists and trucking industry analysts from 25 countries recorded the special moment.

“Today is history. It is the next step in revolutionizing the way we move goods and services…Eventually this will transform the future of commercial transportation. Today will be a day we will all look back on and remember,” Gov. Sandoval said in thanking DTNA for “looking at the impossible and finding a safe way to make it possible.”

Nevada was selected as the demonstration location because it is one of four states, plus the District of Columbia, with laws regulating autonomous vehicle operation. Nevada legislation passed in 2011 and 2013 regulates the testing and operation of autonomous vehicles. The legislation includes commercial trucks and sets standards specifying the number of miles an autonomous vehicle must have been tested in certain conditions before it can be granted a license to be driven in Nevada. Daimler obtained a special permit from the Nevada Department of Motor Vehicles to operate the Freightliner Inspiration Truck on public roads near Las Vegas after supplying state officials with detailed information on the safety systems in the truck and the training program for the drivers. Autonomous mode in the Freightliner Inspiration Truck is similar to placing a plane on auto pilot. Although the truck can move on its own, the driver still monitors truck functions and remains in charge.

“It makes the driver’s life and his job that much more attractive,” Dr. Bernhard said.

The ceremony held at the Las Vegas Motor Speedway with the Spring Mountains in the background and fighter jets from the nearby Air Force base streaming by included Gov. Sandoval affixing a state license plate to the truck. It is part of a three-day event hosted by DTNA to showcase developments being made in autonomous commercial truck technology.

“The autonomous vehicle technology we are showcasing in the Freightliner Inspiration Truck will help reduce accidents, improve

fuel consumption, cut highway congestion, and safeguard the environment,” said Dr. Bernhard.

Ninety percent of truck crashes are a result of driver error, Bernhard pointed out.

“In an autonomous truck the system never gets tired, never gets distracted,” he said.

Daimler engineers measuring brain activity of drivers found that driver drowsiness decreased by 25% when using an autonomous system.

With many transportation journalists from Europe in attendance it was pointed out that most industry analysts expected to see such a breakthrough happen in Europe first. But Dr. Bernhard said his company made it clear that whomever has the regulatory framework in place first will get the autonomous vehicle launch, adding “these guys (Nevada state officials) move fast.”

Martin Daum, president and CEO of DTNA, also pointed out that driver fatigue is more of an issue in North America than it is in Europe because of the longer distances.

Autonomous vehicle technology is clearly making great strides fast but there are many hurdles ahead before autonomous vehicles become an ordinary sight on North American roadways. Chief among these is approval from more states and provinces so that autonomous vehicles are not bound to specific state boundaries.

“Ultimately this has to be regulated federally to have consistency but the first step is at the state level,” Daum said.

Liability should something go wrong with the system is another question to be tackled.

“Before mass production the liability question has to be answered by regulators,” Daum acknowledged.

And there is still more testing required to see how the autonomous system operates under more extreme weather conditions.

But on this day the hope and excitement for the future of autonomous vehicles springs as eternal as the many natural water springs of the surrounding Spring Mountains.

(source: TruckNews)


May 2015


201520152015 MTA MTA MTA

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AVAILABLE ONLY TO EMPLOYEES OR DEPENDANTS OF EMPLOYEES OF MTA MEMBER COMPANIES

Associated Trades Division Three Scholarships of $1,000

First Year Tuition Assistance at a Manitoba* College or University REQUIREMENTS for APPLICATION

Minimum 80% grade point average in final year of study in at least three of the following: Mathematics, Chemistry, Geography, Physics, Biology and History PLUS English or French

Language * A non-Manitoba Institution will be considered if the field of study is not offered in Manitoba

Edward M. Ewanochko Transportation One Scholarship of $500

Assistance for Post-Secondary Education and Training related to the Transportation Industry REQUIREMENTS FOR APPLICATION

Applicants can be attending or planning to attend university, college, apprenticeship, private vocational institute, distance learning, continuing education or private institute and will be pursuing post secondary education in a transportation related discipline.

Selection is based on a combination of academic achievement, community involvement and financial need.

Winnipeg Transportation Club One Scholarship of $500

Assistance for Post-Secondary Training and Education related to the Transportation Industry REQUIREMENTS FOR APPLICATION

Applicants can be attending or planning to attend university, college, apprenticeship, private vocational institute, distance learning, continuing education or private institute and will be pursuing post secondary education in a transportation related discipline.

Selection is based on a combination of academic achievement, extra-curricular activities and community involvement.

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Applicant must be a Manitoba resident Copy of Official Transcript or Statement of marks (NOT letter grade) must accompany application

See application forms for additional requirements by visiting www.trucking.mb.ca/the-industry/scholarship-awards

Deadline for receipt of all Applications is NOON Friday July 6, 2015

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Keystone Western, a Canadian asset based logistics services company, is pleased to announce the appointment of Dave Davis as President.

Davis started with Keystone Western on April 6th and brings several years of managerial and leadership experience. Davis previously worked in a senior management role with Wildwood Transport and prior to that with Canada Cartage.

Norm Curtis – who has served as President of Keystone since 2001 will

move into the role of CEO. In addition to his role Curtis will develop new business opportunities and manage the companies’ rolling stock.

“Keystone has been growing considerably over the past 4 years”, said Curtis. “The plan over the next few years is continual growth at a rate of 15-20%. I personally want to acquire new opportunities that will enhance our overall service offerings. I can’t do that in my current role, so I am pleased to have hired Dave as President to take over my day to day responsibilities.”

Keystone Western Appoints New President

The TransCore Link Logistics LinkScholar Program returns for its second year, helping those graduating high-school students affiliated with the Canadian transportation industry pursue post-secondary education.

The LinkScholar program provides two $2,500 scholarship awards that can be applied toward tuition fees at a recognized Canadian post-secondary institution. The mission of the program is to identify high-potential, young people who may benefit from financial assistance in order to achieve their

educational and future career objectives. Learn about our 2014 recipients here.

“After receiving a lot of positive feedback and interest following the launch of last year’s program, we are very excited to provide this scholarship opportunity once again,” says Claudia Milicevic, senior director and general manager of TransCore Link Logistics. “We are committed to giving back to the community and helping these young students realize their dreams.”

Students interested in applying can find out more information and download an application form by visiting http://transcore.ca/giving-back-community. The deadline to submit applications is June 15, 2015.

TransCore Link Logistics anticipates broad interest in the program and encourages students to start gathering requirements early.

A Great Scholarship Opportunity for High School Students Connected to the Transportation Industry

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