Announcing New Presenters at LQ's September 26th, 2013 Symposium

June 26, 2013, Toronto - LQ's team is pleased to announce that delegates attending LQ’s September 26th 2013 3PL Sustainability and Innovation Summit can look forward to three additional thought leaders sharing their insights at LQ’s Symposium:

• Dick Metzler, President/Chairman, Transportation Marketing and Sales Association (TMSA) and the former Senior Vice President, Acquisitions, XPO Logistics, Inc;

• Adriene Bailey, Vice President, Strategic Business Development, Yusen-Logistics (Americas) Inc. - Transportation Division;

• John Ferguson, President and CEO, SCI Group.

In addition to enjoying Breakfast, Lunch and a Cocktail and Networking Reception at the Country Club’s scenic countryside location, other distinguished thought leaders, executives and academics, who will guide our discussions on Innovation and Leadership in the Supply Chain at LQ’s Summer Symposium, are:

As seating is limited to 100 delegates, we encourage you to register today at: www.LQsummit.com

Alan P. Amling, VP Global Logistics and Distribution Marketing, UPS Supply Chain Solutions

David J. Closs, Ph.D., LQ Executive Editor, Michigan State University

Jeff Corbett, Facility Manager, GENCO's Acklands Grainger (AGI) British Columbia Distribution Centers

Greg Hewitt, President, DHL Express Canada

Bill Horrocks, Vice President, Supply Chain/Logistics, Rogers Communications Inc.

Clifford F. Lynch, C.F. Lynch & Associates

Eric Malcolm, Director of Sales Strategy, AFN

Rob McIntosh, Executive Director, Reverse Supply Chain and Americas Logistics Fulfillment, Dell

Larry Sarabin, Director of Operations, Acklands Grainger

Nikhil Sathe, Senior Advisor, G2 Capital Advisors

Tom Schmitt, President, CEO and Director of AquaTerra Corporation, and Director on the Board of Zooplus

Nicholas Seiersen, B.Sc. (Hons.), M.B.A., P. Log., LQ Executive Editor, Corporate Supply Chain Manager of KGMH

Ellen Voie, President and CEO, Women In Trucking

Kevin Wrenn, Senior Vice President, Platform Products Group, Fujitsu America

Yadwinder Pal Singh, Process Manager, GENCO

Three Finalists for LQ's 2013 3PL Sustainability Study and Awards Study have been selected by LQ's Executive Editors to present at LQ’s Symposium alongside their clients:

• Dell
• GENCO
• UPS

Tom Schmitt, President, CEO and Director of AquaTerra Corporation, will be the moderator of this exciting session. Following these firms' presentations LQ's Panel of Judges will recognize one winner from these three finalist firms, based on the score of each firm’s Symposium presentation, as well as on their written submissions.

In addition, you can look forward to presentations from two firms that have been designated as Honorable Mentions by LQ’s Executive Editors, AFN and Yusen Logistics.

About LQ:

LQ’s Symposiums are unique. They offer:

• Thought leadership from across North America
• Short, insightful presentations by keynote speakers
• Discussion-based sessions - LQ's "Executive Exchange" of ideas
• Limited seating to ensure a friendly and personalize exchange of ideas

LQ's Executive Exchange is an international forum to exchange ideas between leaders from Canada and the United States, reflecting the fact that the U.S. and Canada are each other’s greatest trading partners – and the largest trading partners in the world, with some $680 billion in goods and services changing hands each year between our nations.

LQ’s Symposiums are an extension of LQ Magazine, and its distinctive place in the market given their its mix of Canadian and American readers alike -- and an editorial environment offering ideas for leadership in logistics and transportation – for Canadians and Americans alike.

For further information, please contact LQ’s Editor and Publisher, Fred Moody at 800-843-1687 or email fmoody@logisticsquarterly.com

You're Invited to LQ's September 26th 2013 Symposium

You're Invited to LQ's September 26th 2013 Symposium

You are invited to participate in an exciting day of peer-to-peer learning and inquiry at LQ's Summer Symposium on September 26th, and to join LQ's distinguished circle of leading thinkers and practitioners at the Toronto Board of Trade Country Club.

Register today at: www.LQsummit.com

Three Finalists for LQ's 2013 Sustainability Awards Symposium have been selected by LQ's Executive Editors to present alongside their clients at LQ's Symposium:

• Dell

• GENCO

• UPS

Tom Schmitt, President, CEO and Director of AquaTerra Corporation, will be the moderator of this exciting session. Following these firms' presentations LQ's Panel of Judges will recognize one winner from these three finalist firms, based on the score of each firm’s Symposium presentation, as well as on their written submissions.

In addition, you can look forward to presentations from two firms that have been designated as Honorable Mentions by LQ’s Executive Editors, AFN and Yusen Logistics.

Some of the executives and academics who will guide our discussions on this exciting day include: 

Alan P. Amling, VP Global Logistics and Distribution Marketing, UPS Supply Chain Solutions

Adriene Bailey, Vice President, Strategic Business Development, Yusen-Logistics (Americas) Inc. - Transportation Division

David J. Closs, Ph.D., LQ Executive Editor, Michigan State University

Jeff Corbett, Facility Manager, GENCO's Acklands Grainger (AGI) British Columbia Distribution Centers

Greg Hewitt, President, DHL Express Canada

Bill Horrocks, Vice President, Supply Chain/Logistics, Rogers Communications Inc.

Clifford F. Lynch, Principal, C.F. Lynch & Associates

Eric Malcolm, Director of Sales Strategy, AFN

Rob McIntosh, Executive Director, Reverse Supply Chain and Americas Logistics Fulfillment, Dell

Larry Sarabin, Director of Operations, Acklands Grainger

Nikhil Sathe, Senior Advisor, G2 Capital Advisors

Tom Schmitt, President, CEO and Director of AquaTerra Corporation, and Director on the Board of Zooplus

Nicholas Seiersen, B.Sc. (Hons.), M.B.A., P. Log., LQ Executive Editor, Corporate Supply Chain Manager of KGMH

Ellen Voie, President and CEO, Women In Trucking

Kate Vitasek, Founder, Supply Chain Visions

Kevin Wrenn, Senior Vice President, Platform Products Group, Fujitsu America

Yadwinder Pal Singh, Process Manager, GENCO

LQ's team would like to take this opportunity to express our appreciation regarding LQ's Sponsors for making this exciting day possible:  (Gold Sponsors) C.H. Robinson, GENCO and Ryder.

PuroPost Announcement

June 4, 2013 – Toronto - Purolator International has announced a new economical shipping solution for Business to Consumer (B2C) shipments between the United States and Canada.  The service, called PuroPost, takes an innovative approach to providing guaranteed service to residential locations in Canada within 2-8 days.  PuroPost provides B2C shipping services to all Canadian postal codes giving it the ability to reach 34 million Canadians.  Benefits include nationwide coverage, faster speed across the border and zone pricing.

“PuroPost was conceptualized in direct response to customer feedback,” says Jon Routledge, Purolator International Vice President for Sales and Marketing.  “The market was lacking a cost efficient way to transport shipments to Canadian customers.  We took stock of our existing capabilities, and realized that Purolator was exactly the right company to offer a solution.”

“In addition to our existing features,” he added, “our partnership with Canada Post, Canada’s primary mail delivery service, makes it possible to offer direct access to over 98 percent of the Canadian population.”

PuroPost takes advantage of Purolator’s extensive U.S. and Canadian distribution networks, as well as the company’s unique capabilities in Canada.  PuroPost offers guaranteed delivery with transit times matching standard ground trans-border services in the industry.  There are fewer hand-offs prior to end-delivery at Canadian mailing addresses, including homes and apartments, P.O. boxes even in remote locations.

With PuroPost, Canadian consumers receive their on-time delivery from their familiar Canada Post uniformed delivery person.  Additionally, consumers will benefit from a high degree of visibility.  Notifications are sent when a package is shipped, and again when delivery has been made. Customers can track their packages online throughout the process.

“When a PuroPost shipment reaches the border,” Routledge explains, “that’s where our 50+ years of experience in the Canadian market is essential.  Our customs and regulatory expertise ensure that shipments are fully compliant with all mandates and regulations.  We ensure that all duties, taxes, and fees are paid up front, so customers will not be surprised with an unexpected bill at delivery.  And, because we have ‘trusted trade partner’ status with both the U.S. and Canadian governments, shipments generally arrive at the border pre-cleared.”

Businesses that use PuroPost for shipping products to their customers are supported by Purolator International’s industry-leading customer service, which provides a dedicated client relations representative to oversee all aspects of service.

“We expect PuroPost to be a game changer in providing an economical solution for cross border B2C service,” Routledge said.  “We essentially eliminate the border as an obstacle, and offer guaranteed delivery at a very affordable price point.”

About Purolator International:

Purolator International is a subsidiary of Purolator Inc., Canada’s largest integrated parcel and freight delivery services provider. Purolator International specializes in the air and surface forwarding of Express, Freight and Parcel shipments, customs brokerage, and fulfillment and delivery services to, from and within Canada.  Purolator International was recently selected for a “Quest for Quality” award in Third Party Logistics (3PL).

In addition to facilities throughout New York, Purolator International has locations in key U.S. and Canadian markets including Atlanta, Baltimore, Boston, Buffalo, Charlotte, Chicago, Cincinnati, Cleveland, Columbus, Dallas/Ft. Worth, Denver, Detroit, Houston, Indianapolis, Los Angeles, Miami, Milwaukee, Minneapolis, Montreal, Nashville, Newark, Philadelphia, Phoenix, Pittsburgh, Raleigh/Durham, Salt Lake City, San Diego, San Francisco, Seattle, Saint Louis, Toronto, and Vancouver.

Wheels Announces New Chairman

TORONTO, May 29, 2013 - Wheels Group Inc. ("Wheels" or the "Company") (TSXV: WGI) announced today that it has split the roles of Chairman of the Board of Directors from that of Chief Executive Officer. The Board of Directors has appointed existing director, Dr. Phillip Tabbiner, to the position of non-executive Chairman. Doug Tozer, the former Chairman of the Board of Directors, continues as Chief Executive Officer of the Company.

Dr. Tabbiner has served as a Director of the Company since January 2012, and prior to this served on the Company's advisory board for six years. He currently serves on the Audit and the Governance and Nominating committees and chairs the Compensation committee of the Board of Directors.

His most recent position was Senior Vice President and General Manager of Educational Testing Service. Dr. Tabbiner has over 30 years of experience in the pharmaceutical and diagnostics industry, holding senior executive positions with Chiron Corporation, Bayer Healthcare (a division of Bayer AG), Dupont-Merck Pharmaceutical Company, aaiPharma Services Corp. and BioCentrex, LLC. Dr. Tabbiner was formerly a Director of Ambrilia Biopharma, Inc and founder of TRx Pharmaceuticals, LLC and Endo Health Solutions Inc. Dr. Tabbiner holds a Bachelor's degree in Economics from the University of Toronto, a Master's of Business Administration from York University and a Doctorate of Business Administration from Nova Southeastern University.

"In separating the Chairman and CEO positions, we are further strengthening Wheels' corporate governance. I'm excited about the prospects for the Company and I am delighted to have been appointed Chairman," remarked Dr. Tabbiner. "Doug has a clear vision and strategy for the company. I look forward to working with him, the board, and the entire Wheels team to deliver value for our customers, shareholders and employees."

About Wheels:

Founded in 1988, Wheels is a leading North American third party logistics (3PL), supply chain logistics provider. As a non-asset provider, the Company develops advanced supply chain solutions delivered through its qualified partner network of over 6,000 truck, rail, air and ocean carriers. Wheels serves consumer goods, food and beverage, manufacturing and retail clients through 26 offices throughout the US and Canada. Wheels has been named one of Canada's 50 Best Managed Companies since 1997, Platinum since 2003. Wheels has been named one of North America's Top 100 3PL Companies, one of the Top 100 Food 3PL's and one of the Top Five IMC's (intermodal marketing companies).

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Sherry Ennis of Revlon Appointed To NASSTRAC Executive Committee

May 29, 2013 - Minneapolis, Minn.—The National Shippers Strategic Transportation Council (NASSTRAC) has named Sherry Ennis to its executive committee, which is the governing leadership group that establishes strategy for the shipper association. NASSTRAC provides education, advocacy, and provider relations to transportation and supply chain professionals involved in all modes of transportation.

Ennis, who currently is transportation manager of Revlon Consumer Products, has nearly 20 years experience in transportation and logistics. She has been a member of NASSTRAC since 2004 and was active on the association’s education committee in planning its 2013 shippers conference. A certified logistics professional by the Institute of Logistics Management, Ennis is pursuing a bachelor of science degree in logistics management from Barton College and previously was a logistics instructor at Vance Granville Community College in North Carolina. 

“Sherry is an energetic individual who has continually demonstrated her passion for NASSTRAC’s mission to provide quality education, advocacy, and provider relations opportunities to shippers,” said Doug Easley, NASSTRAC’s president. “We look forward to her leadership in helping to move NASSTRAC forward as a premier shipper association in the transportation industry.” 

NASSTRAC provides education, advocacy, and provider relations for professionals involved in all modes of transportation, ranging from full truckload and LTL to containerization and global logistics. For more information, visit www.NASSTRAC.org.

TUCKER CHAMPIONS REFORM IN REPORTING CARRIER CRASH STATISTICS

Cherry Hill, NJ USA, May 28, 2013 - Current standards in carrier crash reporting are unfair, misleading, and may a have negative impact on carrier selection according to Jeff Tucker, CEO of Tucker Company Worldwide, and the MCSAC CSA Subcommittee on which he serves.  On April 9, 2013, the MCSAC passed to FMCSA the CSA Subcommittee's recommendations for improvement to the CSA system.

Tucker remains baffled that the agency didn't recognize and act on the obvious need for these changes long ago.  He believes certain elements within FMCSA have internal agendas that outweigh reason and due process, and those elements seem to be ruling the day.  He hopes this partial list of recommendations will begin to turn the tide:

For a carrier's Crash BASIC, exclude crashes where there is a clear determination that the carrier was not at fault or (in the language of the regulations), the crash was non-preventable. (E.g., don't penalize the carrier when a car runs into it while the truck was stopped at a red light).

Evaluate changing the definition of reportable DOT crash for purposes of CSA to include only fatalities or injuries (e.g., exclude deer kills where no cars or people were involved). FMCSA should standardize the data it gathers from the individual 50 states.

Until these reforms can be enacted, responsible carriers will continue to be misrepresented under the current carrier selection framework.

Tucker Company Worldwide, Inc. is America's oldest privately held operating freight broker and is based in Cherry Hill, NJ. Tucker specializes in arranging shipments of high value, high security, climate controlled and otherwise sensitive materials for some of the world's best known brands. Tucker is active in its trade association and serves on a select committee reviewing motor carrier safety for the U. S. Department of Transportation. Tucker has been a first responder supporting the government with trucking of relief supplies for most of the nation's natural and man-made disasters in the last 30 years.

FedEx Freight Celebrates Vancouver Service Centre Multi-Million-Dollar Facility Connects BC Business with the World

SURREY, B.C., May 16, 2013 — FedEx Freight Canada, a subsidiary of FedEx Corp. (NYSE: FDX), celebrated the grand opening of its new state-of-the-art Vancouver-area service centre. Representing a multi-million dollar investment in British Columbia, the new service centre will connect Western Canada’s less-than-truckload industry and customers through north-south, east-west and even global shipping lanes.

Located at 10288 Grace Road in Surrey, the new centre handles FedEx Freight shipments coast-to-coast through Canada, intra-BC and Alberta, as well as connecting international markets via road delivery and ocean networks such as the Port of Vancouver.  The facility’s opening was commemorated in a ribbon-cutting ceremony today, which featured key dignitaries from the Government of Canada, the City of Surrey, the Surrey Board of Trade, and FedEx Freight.

“This facility embodies what FedEx Freight Canada brings to British Columbia,” said Grant Crawford, vice president of International, FedEx Freight. “Using state-of-the-art technology and superior customer service, FedEx Freight connects BC businesses with our vast network of centres throughout Canada and North America with solutions for their domestic and international freight shipping needs.”

The new Vancouver facility represents a significant investment in the FedEx Freight infrastructure and demonstrates the company’s commitment to our Canadian and North American networks.  The facility became operational in January 2013 and has a capacity of 77 cargo doors. Currently there are more than 45 employees operating out of this facility.  It is situated on 16.42 acres.

FedEx Freight is a leading provider of LTL services, which consolidates freight shipments from multiple customers into trailer loads that are then routed through the company’s delivery network to final destinations.  This new facility joins a network of more than 360 FedEx Freight service centres across North America.

About FedEx Freight

With corporate offices in Memphis, Tenn., the FedEx Freight Segment includes FedEx Freight, a leading U.S. provider of LTL freight services; FedEx Freight Canada, an LTL operating company serving most points in Canada; and FedEx Custom Critical, North America's largest time-specific, critical shipment carrier. FedEx Freight also serves Mexico, Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands. For more information, visit fedex.com.

About FedEx Corp.

FedEx Corp. (NYSE: FDX) provides customers and businesses worldwide with a broad portfolio of transportation, e-commerce and business services.  With annual revenues of $44 billion, the company offers integrated business applications through operating companies competing collectively and managed collaboratively, under the respected FedEx brand. Consistently ranked among the world's most admired and trusted employers, FedEx inspires its more than 300,000 team members to remain "absolutely, positively" focused on safety, the highest ethical and professional standards and the needs of their customers and communities. For more information, visit news.fedex.com.