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Air Cargo
How Air Canada beat US airlines removing seats for cargo
There was a marked difference in how Canada and the U.S. reacted to the opportunity of transforming passenger aircraft into twin-deck freighters by removing the…
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Two ships that didn’t pass in the day
Canadian Transportation Safety Board examining ‘rare occurrence’ in Welland Canal.
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FMC’s Canadian ballast water rule investigation begins
The 1920 Merchant Marine Act authorizes the U.S. Federal Maritime Commission to investigate and penalize foreign governments with ocean shipping regulations that discriminate against U.S.…
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Rail News – Regulatory Round-Up
Actions by the Surface Transportation Board and the Transportation Safety Board of Canada show both agencies exploring whether there is a need to modify existing…
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Oceanex fears shortages in Newfoundland with suspended sailing
Short-sea shipper says economic impact of COVID-19 has forced service disruption and employee layoffs.
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Transport Canada issues new speed restrictions for trains hauling dangerous goods
The new orders require “higher-risk key trains” to slow down their speed in the wintertime.
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Canada issues hours-of-service exemption for COVID-19 relief
Directive from Transport Canada has similarities to the U.S. HOS waiver — but with more rules, including a requirement for carriers to provide notice in…
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Transport Canada ups temporary speed limits for crude trains
Freight trains carrying dangerous goods in Canada can now travel at faster speeds, according to a revised government order. Transport Canada had restricted how fast…
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Protesters block Canada’s rail network for more than a week
Canadian National warns protesters they’re jeopardizing their safety, while passenger rail service on VIA Rail remains cancelled.
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Canada invests in rail infrastructure in energy-producing Alberta
The C$15 million federal investment aims to reduce bottlenecks and facilitate export capabilities in a region of Alberta known for its chemical, petrochemical, and oil…
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