Despite the challenges of driving on the open road, millions of professional truck drivers keep the North American economy moving, one load at a time.
Professional truck drivers in Canada and the U.S. face congested roadways, challenging weather and other distractions, yet they make safety – for themselves and other motorists – a top priority.
This week Canada will pause during National Trucking Week to recognize the contributions of the thousands of men and women – including professional truck drivers - who keep the trucking industry strong.
Sponsored by the , National Trucking Week began Sunday, Sept. 2, and continues through Saturday, Sept. 8, in Canada.
A similar recognition – National Truck Driver Appreciation Week – will be held from Sunday, Sept. 9, through Saturday, Sept. 15, in the U.S. and will be sponsored by the
The CTA joined with provincial truck associates across Canada to create National Trucking Week to highlight the contributions made by 400,000 Canadians – among them thousands of truck drivers – whose work in the trucking industry helps keep the Canadian economy moving.
appreciates the extraordinary contribution of its nearly 5,000 professional truck drivers across Canada and the U.S. who help keep the world moving forward.
Special recognition went out this week to the company’s Canadian truck drivers.
“On behalf of Penske Logistics, I want to thank you, our dedicated professional truck drivers, during National Trucking Week and every day for your hard work and dedication,” said Marc Althen, President of Penske Logistics.
“We strongly believe that our success as a company begins with you, our safe professional drivers,” Althen said. “We join with you in celebrating National Trucking Week. Once again, thank you for helping to move the world forward, one delivery at a time.”
By Bernie Mixon
Penske Logistics honore ses chauffeurs de camions au cours de la Semaine nationale du camionnage du Canada
Malgré les défis de la conduite sur la grand-route, des millions de chauffeurs de camions professionnels font bouger l’économie nord-américaine à chaque chargement transporté.
En effet, les chauffeurs de camions professionnels du Canada et des États-Unis doivent faire face à des autoroutes congestionnées, des conditions météorologiques difficiles et autres distractions, et pourtant leur sécurité et celle des autres conducteurs demeure une de leurs grandes priorités.
Cette semaine, le Canada fait une pause durant la Semaine nationale du camionnage pour souligner la contribution des milliers d’hommes et de femmes – incluant les chauffeurs de camions professionnels – grâce à qui l’industrie du camionnage reste forte.
Parrainée par l’Alliance canadienne du camionnage ( ), la Semaine nationale du camionnage du Canada débute ce dimanche 2 septembre et se termine samedi le 8 septembre.
Un événement de même nature, la National Truck Driver Appreciation Week, aura lieu du dimanche 9 septembre au samedi 15 septembre aux États-Unis et sera parrainé par le regroupement
L’Alliance canadienne du camionnage a uni ses forces à celles des associations provinciales partout au Canada pour créer la Semaine nationale du camionnage dans le but de souligner la contribution de 400,000 Canadiens – et parmi eux des milliers de chauffeurs de camions – dont le travail dans l’industrie du camionnage active l’économie canadienne.
Penske Logistics apprécie le travail extraordinaire accompli partout au Canada et aux États-Unis par ses 5,000 chauffeurs de camions professionnels grâce à qui le monde continue d’aller de l’avant.
Un mot de reconnaissance distinct a été envoyé cette semaine aux chauffeurs de camions canadiens de notre entreprise.
"Au nom de Penske Logistics, je désire vous remercier durant la Semaine nationale du camionnage, vous les chauffeurs de camions professionnels dévoués, pour le travail acharné et la conscience professionnelle dont vous faites preuve chaque jour," a déclaré Marc Althen, président de Penske Logistics.
"Nous croyons fermement que notre succès en tant qu’entreprise provient d’abord de vous, nos chauffeurs professionnels et prudents," a indiqué M. Althen. "Tous ensemble, célébrons la Semaine nationale du camionnage. Encore une fois, merci de contribuer à faire avancer le monde, un chargement après l’autre."
Par Bernie Mixon
Penske celebrated the opening of its newest facility, located outside Salt Lake City in Utah.
Are you moving to or driving through a tourist destination or major city this weekend? Popular travel destinations like Atlanta, Phoenix, Orlando and Las Vegas all appeared on list for 2017. Wherever you’re moving this weekend, expect more vehicles to be on the roads and consider avoiding peak travel times.
celebrated the grand opening of a new facility in Kapolei, Hawaii. Participating in the ribbon-cutting, from left are Penske leaders: Art Narmi, area vice president; Rick Pytlik, senior vice president for Penske’s western region; Desiree Clarabal, district manager.
“We are thrilled to continue our sponsorship with the National Veterans Wheelchair Games this year,” said Kevin Kleckner (right), Penske’s director of national consumer sales and programs.
celebrated the grand opening of a new facility in Evansville, Indiana. Posing for a ribbon-cutting photo, from left are Penske leaders: Debi Tribbey, district financial manager; Dan O’Boyle, senior vice president, north central region; Tim Burke, area vice president; Travis Hill, district manager; Jeff Kuhn, assistance district manager; Billy Clark, lease sales representative; Todd Kramer, branch service manager; Amy Pack, branch rental manager; Matt Reinke, district rental manager; Mike Hudson, district service manager.
An illustration of each state's Logistics Industry Health ranking. The photo was provided by the Center for Business and Economic Research, Ball State University.
One thing that may lead to a healthier logistics sector is the use of new technology and digitization. According to the -sponsored , new technology is creating greater visibility throughout the supply chain, leading to faster transportation time and less warehouse congestion.
