Toronto, ON, February 27, 2024 – Today, Fastfrate Group is pleased to announce it has renewed and enhanced its long-term agreement with Canadian Pacific Kansas City (CPKC). This new five-year agreement features operational enhancements, infrastructure investments, and continental service expansion. This agreement solidifies and expands Canada Drayage Inc. (CDI) (a Fastfrate Group company) as the largest… Continue reading Fastfrate Group and CPKC Extend Long Term Agreement to Connect Canada, the United States and Mexico.
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Fastfrate’s Halifax Warehouse Expansion
December 7, 2023 – Fastfrate’s newly expanded warehouse marks a significant milestone for Fastfrate, reinforcing the company’s commitment to meeting the evolving needs of its clients. The expansion celebration was held on December 6, 2023, and was a testament to the dedication and hard work that went into the Halifax warehouse expansion project. The additional… Continue reading Fastfrate’s Halifax Warehouse Expansion
CENTREPORT CANADA RAIL PARK WELCOMES FASTFRATE GROUP AS FIRST TENANT
August 1, 2023 – Fastfrate Group, one of Canada’s largest privately held transportation and supply chain providers, is investing $55 million to build approximately 140,000 square feet of facilities in the CentrePort Canada Rail Park (“Rail Park”). Situated on 25 acres in the Rural Municipality of Rosser, Fastfrate Group is the first tenant to break… Continue reading CENTREPORT CANADA RAIL PARK WELCOMES FASTFRATE GROUP AS FIRST TENANT
Fastfrate Group Part of Today Trucking’s Top 100 of Canada’s Biggest for-Hire Fleets
We are very proud to be part of Today’s Trucking Top 100 of Canada’s biggest for-hire fleets. With our combined equipment across all our companies; Fastfrate, CDI, ASL Distribution and Challenger Motor Freight along with our full suite of services, we are one of Canada’s leading transportation companies that provides an essential service to all… Continue reading Fastfrate Group Part of Today Trucking’s Top 100 of Canada’s Biggest for-Hire Fleets
Fastfrate Recognized as Endorsed Logistics Employer
Fastfrate Group is pleased to announce we are recognized as an Endorsed Logistics Employer. We’re very pleased to welcome Fastfrate as an Endorsed Logistics Employer” says Pina Melchionna, President & CEO of CITT. “Fastfrate has history of over five decades of excellence as a transportation service provider. Across their group of companies, it’s impossible to… Continue reading Fastfrate Recognized as Endorsed Logistics Employer
A Guide to Properly Prepare Goods for LTL Shipping
Safe and Secure Freight Transport with Proper Packaging Solutions – Consider size, weight, shape and fragility to find the best packaging options. LTL freight shipping involves multiple handling and transfers and can expose your shipment to road hazards, temperature changes, and other potential risks. Protect your cargo from damage or loss with the right packaging.… Continue reading A Guide to Properly Prepare Goods for LTL Shipping
Fastfrate Group Appoints Frank Figliomeni as Chief Commercial Officer
Fastfrate Group is pleased to announce Frank Figliomeni has been appointed to the new role of Chief Commercial Officer, effective January 3rd, 2023. In this new role, Frank will be responsible for Fastfrate’s overall commercial growth strategy with a focus on driving business growth and expanding market share in North America. As Chief Commercial Officer,… Continue reading Fastfrate Group Appoints Frank Figliomeni as Chief Commercial Officer
Thank you Murray Stewart for 50 Years of Service!
Long time Fastfrate dockworker, Murray Stewart is celebrating 50 years of service! Murray began his career with Fastfrate in 1972 at our Toronto terminal as a part-time dockworker learning the ins and outs of the company and eventually moved into a permanent full-time position. Murray describes Fastfrate as one big family where he is able… Continue reading Thank you Murray Stewart for 50 Years of Service!
Enhancing the Customer Experience
As we navigate through the new landscape post Covid-19 we can all agree that the increased costs in the transportationand logistics industry have risen to levels that are unprecedented. We have seen: CLICK HERE TO READ MORE
Thank you Joseph Mansfield for 53 Years of Service!
Long-time Fastfrate dockworker, Joseph Mansfield is celebrating 53 years of service! Joseph started his career in 1969 at our Toronto terminal where he was offered a great job opportunity when he was just 16! He didn’t hesitate on this offer and started right away! Joseph watched Fastfrate grow to what it is today, from new… Continue reading Thank you Joseph Mansfield for 53 Years of Service!