Just a few hours after a massive lockout was enforced by the two main Canadian rail freight operators, Transport Minister Steven MacKinnon decided to get…
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Canadian Transport Minister forces lockout end, but picket lines will remain
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Work stoppage in Canada to have significant international impact
It is now official: a massive work stoppage for the rail freight sector will begin in Canada on Thursday 22 August. The initiative is expected…
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Massive rail lockout in Canada could start next Thursday
The Canadian Labour Minister Steve MacKinnon said he would not get involved in the dispute between the two main rail freight operators, Canadian National (CN)…
7 new safety rules for US’ 7 rail freight sisters
The seven dominant railway companies of the US have pledged to adopt a set of seven new rules to try and avoid railway accidents. The…
Video: Canadian freight train defies meters of snow
Snowfall in Europe regularly causes disruptions, delays and even cancellations. But in some other countries carriers decide to continue driving under very extreme weather conditions.…