Posted Monday November 19, 2018 in Security
There’s no secret that cargo theft continues to be a serious problem across the country. That’s why OTA in partnership with Peel Regional Police, the Insurance Bureau of Canada (IBC), and others are working to mitigate thefts in Canada’s hotbed for cargo crime.
Posted Friday October 12, 2018 in Operations/safety, Security, Technology
Canada’s long-awaited electronic logging device (ELD) mandate should differ from the U.S. rule to avoid some of the pitfalls that befell the rollout of similar legislation there
Posted Tuesday July 17, 2018 in Security
If the pace in 2018 continues, it would top the $46.2 million reported losses for 2017.
Posted Thursday July 05, 2018 in Security
Various trucking and freight transport groups urged U.S. regulators to prioritize cybersecurity as manufacturers and suppliers continue rolling out more automated and autonomous driving systems
Posted Monday June 18, 2018 in Security
Too many people turn a blind eye to the cost of cargo thefts, even though it’s run by organized crime groups and its proceeds goes toward funding more violent crime
Posted Monday June 11, 2018 in Security
The number of cyberattacks to the trucking and logistics industries are growing, with attacks having the potential to cripple a company, according to a panel of experts at the Fleet Data Management and Cybersecurity Conference.
Posted Tuesday February 27, 2018 in Security
The growing threat of cyberattacks and cyber fraud to the trucking industry is very real, FBI Special Agent Regis Billings, during a presentation at Omnitracs’ fourth annual Outlook user conference.
Posted Tuesday February 27, 2018 in Business, Infrastructure, Labour/HR/driver shortage, Operations/safety, Security
Driver shortage, ELDs top the list
The Ontario Trucking Association (OTA) was founded in 1926, and provides services and public policy advocacy for trucking companies hauling freight into, out of and within the Province of Ontario. OTA is the only trucking association in Ontario that represents all segments of the industry - for-hire carriers, private carriers, intermodal, suppliers, etc. » More...
