Less-than-truckload carrier Roadrunner announced a new outbound Canada-to-U.S. service on Friday. It also announced a 5.9% general rate increase, which will be effective on Nov. 2.
Roadrunner’s (OTC: RRTS) new service connects shippers across Canada to approximately 40 major metro markets in the U.S. The direct linehaul service is executed entirely by truck, with no shipments touching the railroads.
“We built a proprietary Smart Network for direct, long-haul, metro-to-metro service, delivering fewer handling points, faster transit, real-time visibility, and greater accountability with no unnecessary transfer points to delay shipments or compromise visibility,” said Dave Black, vice president of strategic sales at Roadrunner. “We have focused primarily on strengthening our U.S. network, and we are pleased to announce our next phase of expansion.”
Roadrunner was already serving U.S. outbound lanes into Canada. Its metro-to-metro, long-haul network provides LTL service to shippers using independent drivers and over 40 terminals.
The 5.9% GRI is the expected average across general tariff codes and lanes. The announcement follows other recent rate implementations from carriers.
“To support expansion and further investment in better offerings, we’re introducing the GRI to sustain investment in our leading network,” said Nathalie de Champlain, chief transformational officer. “The adjustment addresses increased costs driven by market conditions and supports continued investment in network efficiency and service quality.”
Why it matters? Roadrunner’s new direct, truck-only Canada-to-U.S. service provides LTL shippers with faster transit, fewer handling points and improved visibility across roughly 40 major U.S. metro markets. Additionally, its 5.9% GRI highlights how carriers are adjusting prices to combat rising operating costs and invest in their networks.
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