JUNE 1 TO 7, 2014
Keeping things moving Keeping our country on the move
Once again, several Canadian chapters of Transportation Clubs International are celebrating National Transportation Week to bring atten- tion to the importance of our trans- portation networks. Here are a few highlights on what’s new this year in the Canadian transportation industry. TRUCKING Shipping analysts are predicting an increase in the trucking of cargo over the next few years. This will open up a high demand for qualified truck driv- ers and training programs to get them ready for the roads. RAIL After the July 2013 major rail disaster at Megantic, Quebec, the rail tank industry is looking to the govern-
ment to implement greater safety measures. This is especially relevant as the discovery of more crude oil sourc- es in Canada as well as an increased use of ethanol place more demands on the country’s rail networks. As of this year’s federal budget, additional funds have yet to be attributed to rail shipping safety. SHIPPING New funding from the federal govern- ment has been allotted to increase air surveillance of ships in order to identify and monitor pollution created by ves- sels passing through Canadian waters. All the data collected by three coastal surveillance aircraft is delivered to gov- ernment agencies and international stakeholders who enforce environmen- tal agreements and laws. This is a posi-
tive step in ensuring that crude oil and other dangerous cargos are shipped safely and effectively. AIR The aviation industry is beginning to plan for the increased presence of unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) in the skies. Commonly known as drones, these aircraft will eventually require a revamping of policy and aviation procedure in every jurisdiction. The U.S. Federal Aviation Administration is currently looking at how that should be done with their new UAS Roadmap.
The transportation industry is always finding new ways to keep things moving.
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