Winter Roads: A Lifeline for Remote Communities’ Supply Chains
Winter roads play a pivotal role in sustaining remote communities that face unique challenges in maintaining their supply chains throughout the year. These communities contend with harsh weather conditions, geographical isolation, and limited infrastructure, making winter roads indispensable during [...]
Beyond Borders: The Crucial Role of 24/7 Customs Brokers
In the complex world of cross-border shipping, availability and rapid response are critical. To help ensure the seamless flow of goods across the border, working with a reputable customs broker that operates 24 hours a day, seven days a [...]
5 Manitoulin Transport Technologies that Improve Operational Efficiency
Manitoulin Transport’s technology solutions are designed with the customer in mind to streamline processes and improve operational efficiency. Manitoulin Transport’s full technology suite provides stable, predictable, and trustworthy solutions to ensure no business interruptions. All mission critical technologies are [...]
Choosing the Right LTL Carrier for Your Freight: A Comprehensive Guide
In the world of transportation and logistics, selecting the right LTL (Less Than Truckload) carrier can significantly impact the success of your shipping operations. With numerous carriers vying for your business, it's essential to make an informed decision that [...]
New Shipment Notifications
Manitoulin Transport launches our new shipment tracking technology for an improved customer experience. The technology provides enhanced functionality that will give our customers improved visibility of their shipments and let them know when their shipment was picked up, in transit, [...]
The Transportation Industry Competes in the 15th Annual Manitoulin & Traction Charity Golf Classic
Gore Bay, Ontario – The transportation industry came together again this year to compete in the 15th annual Manitoulin & Traction Charity Golf Classic that was held at the prestigious Rocky Crest Golf Resort and Lake Joseph Golf Club in Muskoka. This two-day [...]
Manitoulin Transport Named #1 LTL Carrier in Canada for Quality in 2023 by Mastio & Company
Gore Bay, ON – Manitoulin Transport ranked No. 1 in the Mastio & Company’s 2023 edition of the Canadian national less-than-truckload (LTL) customer value and loyalty study. The comprehensive industry-wide study ranked Manitoulin Transport as the top carrier out [...]
Manitoulin Transport Inc. and Express Havre St-Pierre (EHSP) are Merging Operations
Manitoulin Transport Inc. and Express Havre St-Pierre (EHSP) are pleased to announce they have merged operations on December 5, 2022. From humble beginnings 60 years ago, The Manitoulin Group of Companies was built on the principles of hard work, [...]
Manitoulin Transport Expands Terminal in Dryden, Ontario to Better Serve its Customers
Gore Bay, ON -- September 26, 2022 -- Manitoulin Transport announced today the expansion of its terminal in Dryden, Ontario located at 15 Richan Road further expanding its services in the region to better serve its customers. The Dryden [...]
Top 3 Ways to Keep Your Cross Border Shipment Moving Without Delay
Cross border shipping offers an excellent opportunity for companies to expand their markets by making products available in other countries and eliminating the need to set-up brick and mortar locations and warehouses in these markets. In order to ship products [...]
6 Transportation Operating Cost Trends to Watch in 2022
There are many hot topics facing supply chains in 2022 but none bigger than the ever increasing costs that are being faced by transportation and logistics companies nationally. From ongoing COVID-19 uncertainty, to the cost of labour, equipment, and [...]
Manitoulin Transport Earns Elite Status Again this Year from Northbridge Insurance for its Commitment to Fleet Safety
MISSISSAUGA, Ontario — Manitoulin Transport has been awarded Elite status again this year for its commitment to fleet safety in a 2021 national independent audit by Northbridge Insurance. The Elite status ranking, Northbridge’s highest safety category, demonstrates Manitoulin’s on-going [...]
Manitoulin Transport Will Continue Operations Alongside Santa this Year
Manitoulin Transport is pleased to announce that we will continue highway operations throughout the holidays this year. With the significant road closures in recent weeks in Southern BC, we want to do our best to keep our network running [...]
Manitoulin Group of Companies (MGC) Launches MTDirect V.2 for Improved Usability
MGC is excited to launch the MTDirect V.2 technology platform with its enhanced functionality, improved interface, streamlined design, and faster load times. V.2’s enhancements include a mobile first design, open API, and desktop application interface. With the majority of customers [...]
All road freight into the Vancouver terminal is temporarily suspended due to highway closures
Manitoulin has suspended pickups for all road freight into the Vancouver terminal as of this afternoon because of highway closures. Intermodal freight is still moving but we are limited to 5 skids / 5000 lbs. We apologize for the [...]
Service has resumed in and out of BC’s lower mainland using Highway 3, the only viable highway, resulting in additional miles and extended wait times causing a temporary surcharge
Due to the extraordinary efforts of all those involved to restore safe travel and reopen Highway 3, we are pleased to announce that we are now able to resume service to and from our Vancouver terminal. Please note, the [...]
Manitoulin Group of Companies Acquires Diamond Delivery and First Canadian Messenger – Further Increasing Footprint in Western Canada
Vancouver, British Columbia – Manitoulin Group of Companies announced today the acquisition of Diamond Delivery and First Canadian Messenger in Surrey, British Columbia. This latest addition further strengthens Manitoulin’s ability to provide coverage by adding an additional 150 service [...]
Manitoulin has resumed moving road shipments in and out of BC
Notice to Our Valued Customers: Manitoulin has resumed moving road shipments in and out of the affected areas in BC. As a result of limited routing options, please expect shipment transit times to be slower than normal. We are now [...]
Flooding and mudslides in BC have caused significant road closures bringing shipments in and out of Southern BC to a halt
Notice to Our Valued Customers: Floods and mudslides continue to impact travel throughout BC and many highways and major routes are currently closed. Because of this, all highways into the Lower Mainland and Vancouver area are closed for an [...]
Provost Freight Lines Acquisition
Manitoulin Transport Acquires Provost Freight Lines of Alberta – Expanding Transportation Services in Western Canada Edmonton, Alberta – Manitoulin Transport recently purchased Provost Freight Lines of Provost, Alberta. This latest acquisition further strengthens Manitoulin’s ability to provide coverage in [...]
Manitoulin Transport Unveils New Terminal in Peterborough, Ontario
Reaffirms commitment to local community and direct service coverage Toronto ON – August 24, 2021 – Manitoulin Transport continues to expand and enhance its operations with the opening of a new terminal in Peterborough, Ontario. The Peterborough terminal, located [...]
Kicking Horse Canyon Project Update
Notice to Our Valued Customers: Regarding: Kicking Horse Canyon Construction - Spring/Summer 2021 The Province of British Columbia has announced that it will be embarking on the final phase (Phase 4) of the widening and realignment of a section [...]
Manitoulin Transport Opens State-of-the-Art Terminal in Barrie, Ontario
New Technology, Equipment and Strategic Location will Further Enhance Efficiency and Service Toronto ON – March 16, 2021 – Manitoulin Transport continues to expand and enhance its operations with the opening of a new terminal in Barrie, Ontario. The [...]
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