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How IMO 2020 Will Impact the Logistics Industry

On Jan. 1, 2020, a new rule went into effect. The goal of IMO 2020 is to regulate the amount of sulphur a ship may put out through the exhaust. Environmental regulators called it so because IMO or the International Maritime Organization is the UN agency responsible for regulating shipping. Whether it’s  trucking companies in Ontario  or other locations, IMO 2020 can affect the industry because it is global regulation. How IMO 2020 Impacts Transport Companies in Ontario This new regulation can affect both the trucking and the shipping industries. At the beginning of 2020, there were differences in the price of fuel HSFO and alternatives. While the cost of HSFO had fallen by the end of 2019, it did not help the shipping industry. This is because ships cannot use HSFO unless they put expensive scrubbers in. However, by the end of 2019, the price of Very Low Sulphur Fuel Oil (VLSFO) rose by about 30 percent. Effects on Diesel There are two main ways of getting IMO 2020-c...

Electronic Logging Devices: The Future of Transportation Companies

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Since the beginning of the logistics and transportation industries, drivers manually logged their on- and off-duty times. As imagined, this was a loose system that caused concern among lawmakers as to the safety of the drivers, as well as other people on the road. Then in 2017, the U.S. government approved a bill that mandated transportation companies to install ELDs or Electronic Logging Devices. Shipping companies in Toronto don’t have to comply with this mandate, but they will soon need to. Not only does the Canadian government intend to mandate the installation of ELDs, but any company that provides shipping from Canada to the USA has to be in compliance. In other words, a driver can still manually log information while in Canada, but as soon as he or she crosses the border, they have to comply with U.S. laws. On one side, there are a lot of advantages to Canada/U.S. trucking companies using ELDs. Because it limits the number of hours that drivers can be on the road dur...

How Do Logistics Technology and Growth Shape the Transportation Sector?

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While many transport companies exist in Toronto, not all take advantage of the best logistics technology available. The fact is that technical advances play a critical role in shaping the transportation sector. For one thing, they allow logistics companies in Toronto to provide customers with better and more affordable solutions. However, they also reduce noncompliance and safety issues. Without implementing new logistics technology, trucking companies in Toronto would have a difficult, if not impossible, time staying on top of customers’ demands. They would struggle to deliver goods on time and increase the risk of damaging freight, ultimately causing them to lose valuable customers. This is especially true when it comes to cross-border shipping since both the Canadian and USA governments have strict regulations and laws in place. More than any other time in history, transport companies in Toronto are experiencing a lot of pressure. One reason for this has to do with the level...

The Evolution of Temperature-controlled Transport in Ontario

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When researching different refrigerated trucking companies in Ontario, you need to focus on three specific things. First, select a company that utilizes state-of-the-art temperature-controlled trucks. Second, make sure it has proper insurance. Third, look at its record for on-time deliveries and satisfied customers. As you can imagine, transporting perishables is a completely different ballgame. Yes, there are a lot of refrigerated trucking companies that serve customers in Ontario. However, that doesn’t mean they all provide the same calibre of service. Although all three factors are important, perhaps the most critical is choosing a company with top-quality equipment. After all, temperature-controlled trucks have gone through tremendous change over the years. To Know more Visit our Website : Contact Us: 1645 Bonhill Rd, Unit 5-6, Mississauga ON L5T1R3 Phone: (905)670-6665 Email: rinku@d4logistics.com

Truck Drivers “Need To Know” For Border Crossings

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Border Crossings for truck drivers can be daunting from the long line ups, what documents you need and even what food items you are allowed, here’s a list for you that should help: ID – As a Commercial Truck Driver you will need to have with you either a Valid FAST Card or a Valid Passport, please only carry one passport with you, for example, if you have a Canadian and one from another Country, remember to only carry the Canadian one, it is actually an offense to carry more than one when crossing the borders. Children/Spouses/Travel Companion/Tag Team Driver – If you are travelling with children you must have their birth certificates and if available their passports, if they are under the age of 16 and you are not travelling with your spouse you must also have a letter of authorization signed and dated by your spouse/partner for proof of authorization to travel with this child. If you are travelling with your spouse/partner/travel companion or tag team driver, this person must...

Digital Transformation in the Transport Sector

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Over the years, a lot of things have led to drastic changes for transport companies in Toronto . Perhaps the most significant has to do with the digital era. Now that the economy operates in real time and at a lightning fast speed, for logistics companies in Toronto to stay ahead of their competitors, it’s critical for them to jump onboard. Otherwise, they could face stiff consequences. The success of Toronto trucking companies comes down to becoming more efficient, faster, and better optimized. Among the required changes that transporters need to adopt, speed and timing are the most vital. In today’s digital world, speed is what gives logistics companies a competitive edge. Moving quickly but without compromising on quality has a definite effect on both their strategies and organization structure. To Know more Visit our Website : Contact Us: 1645 Bonhill Rd, Unit 5-6, Mississauga ON L5T1R3 Phone: (905)670-6665 Email: rinku@d4logistics.com

Top Trends in the Transportation Industry 2019

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The transportation industry is one that goes through a lot of changes. Although Ontario trucking companies continue to provide many of the same types of services, most of them have adopted unique approaches to how they serve customers. This is one reason why spending time researching different transport companies in Ontario is so important. By understanding trends for 2019, you’ll have a much easier time making the right selection among the various logistics companies in Ontario. Customisation The most reputable Ontario trucking companies know there’s no such thing as identical customers. Some of this has to do with the fact that every industry has a unique requirement. For instance, one customer might need refrigeration for the goods they ship while others need a truck capable of handling an oversized load. To Know more Visit our Website : Contact Us: 1645 Bonhill Rd, Unit 5-6, Mississauga ON L5T1R3 Phone: (905)670-6665 Email: rinku@d4logistics.com