Latest News at Polaris Transportation Group

During COVID-19 Pandemic, Polaris Transportation Group Accelerates Four-Step Digital Strategy

June 15, 2020

The term “social distancing” was used sparingly before a real-world application came in 2020. Likewise, the transportation and logistics industry seldom heard of a “contactless” or “touchless” freight transaction before now. In March, when governments began issuing social distancing and shelter-in-place requirements to limit the spread of COVID-19, eliminating paper documents in order entry, billing, payroll and other processes became imperative. The industry needed to safeguard drivers at shipping and receiving locations as well

How Are Trucking Companies Weathering the Coronavirus Storm?

May 29, 2020

There is no playbook for navigating the COVID-19 crisis. Yet, open communication and access to a virtual work place can ease the transition to a remote environment and help ensure that essential freight arrives on time. But what about those who can't work from home? What about the front line drivers? How can trucking companies adjust their operations to ensure that essential freight keeps moving while protecting their workers? According to senior risk consultant at

Tech Investment Helps Polaris Transport Shift to Remote Work

May 7, 2020

‘We focus more on outcomes rather than hours and the current situation has accelerated all that’: CHRO With many companies becoming virtual overnight due to the COVID-19 crisis, one trucking company used the shift to accelerate technological changes already in the works. “We’re fortunate that we’ve made major investments in technology over the last couple of years,” says Sandy Buik, CHRO at Polaris Transportation in Mississauga, Ont. “We were able to move 85 per

Polaris is featured the latest Inbound Logistics article, 3PLs’ Flex Their Tech Muscle

April 29, 2020

Recognized for our innovative digital solutions throughout our entire operation including warehousing, transportation and broker divisions which in turn allows us to seamlessly move freight quicker and enhance the customer experience. For Polaris Transportation Group, innovation drives its industry-leading technological advancements. Each year, it moves approximately 300,000 orders between the United States and Canada, making it the largest independently owned less-than-truckload (LTL) cross-border carrier in Canada, says president Dave Cox. For the past several

How the Trucking Industry Deals with COVID-19 - Article by Dave Cox

April 22, 2020

Fortunately, trade continues to flow despite the economies of both countries, not to mention the rest of the world. In mid-March, the Canada-U.S. border was closed to all non-essential travel as both countries took measures to try and stem the spread of the Coronavirus disease (COVID-19). This border is not only the longest land border in the world, but is also essential, as Canada and the United States are each other’s major trading partners.

Polaris Transportation Group Once Again Recognized as Top Fleet Employer

April 13, 2020

Polaris has been officially named by Trucking HR Canada as a 2020 Top Fleet Employer – our third consecutive year receiving this honour We would like to extend our thanks to everyone throughout our organization for your continued contributions towards making Polaris one of the best places to work in the transportation industry. Angela Splinter, Chief Executive Officer, Trucking HR Canada remarks “At a time when the trucking industry is being showcased nationally for

Dave Cox joins Arlene Bynon on SiriusXM, Canada Talks

April 7, 2020

Dave Cox shares his perspective on how COVID-19 is impacting the transportation industry and the Canada-US border in his interview with Arlene Bynon on SiriusXM, Canada Talks. Click here to listen.

CCJ’s 2020 Innovator of the Year

April 1, 2020

Using technology to automate paperwork, customs and so much more Recent technology innovation at Polaris transportation Group earned us the prestigious title of CCJ’s 2020 Innovator of the Year. This digital transformation was implemented for efficiencies but now it has transformed us once again as we’ve adapted to working remotely, keeping our freight moving, business flowing, clients fulfilled and employees safe. Read more about our innovation in CCJs article

Company bolsters their position as a major player in the cross border transportation industry

March 2, 2020

Polaris Transportation Group is proud to announce it has acquired PRI Logistics, a 3PL brokerage based out of Vaughan, Ontario offering a full array of transportation services. With this most recent acquisition, Polaris reinforces their position as a major player in an industry in which it is already a recognized leader in transportation, logistics and technology automation. “Our two companies have known each other for over a decade,” said Dave Cox, President of Polaris Transportation

Pandemic planning for IT is crucial for any enterprise

February 11, 2020

POLARIS TRANSPORTATION GROUP CTO, DAVE BRAJKOVICH, DISCUSSES KEY FACTORS FOR SUCCESS WITH PANDEMIC PLANNING FOR IT IN THE LEADERSHIP LAB SECTION OF THE GLOBE AND MAIL Today people around the world are on edge with the coronavirus. Businesses should be on edge as well, and preparation is key. At the core of the matter is IT. Imagine the CEO of your organization getting a call from operations leaders saying that your entire IT team is

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