On March 12, AMTA hosted Alberta Environment Minister Shannon Phillips for the announcement of the successful recipients of Emission Reduction Alberta’s BEST Challenge for clean technology projects, as well as increased support for Energy Efficiency Alberta programs that reduce methane emissions. The $15 million Alberta Zero Emission Truck Electrification Collaboration (AZETEC) project demonstrates that Alberta’s commercial transportation industry is leading the transition towards innovative, zero-emission transportation of people and goods that meets the province’s unique needs. Partners of the AZETEC project include AMTA member companies, technology providers, the energy sector, and the research community through the University of Calgary CESAR (Canada Energy Systems Analysis Research) Initiative.

The AMTA offers a warm welcome to its newest Carrier Members: AimableHt Trucking Ava Energy Inc. BI Transport Carrier Broadbent Hauling Inc. Central88 Hotshot Ltd. Mel Martin’s Transfer Ltd. Oil Country Towing Omega Morgan Canada Inc. Retriever Logistics Ltd. SIF Transport Ltd. Steve’s Livestock Transport Unified Valve Group Ltd. Van Raay Paskal Trucking Ltd. … and Supplier Members:
400030 AB Ltd. Alberta Motor Association ATCO Barry’s Lite Hotshot & Delivery Services Calgary L&G Dana Incorporated Fleetstop Trailers Limited Fountain Tire Red M Mechanic

The Peace Bridge Authority (PBA) is pleased to announce that the threeyear bridge rehabilitation project will be completed on time and all lanes will be available as of May 15, 2019.Carriers can begin applying online immediately for wide and overweight loads that will cross the Peace Bridge after the May 15. PBA wants to thank the trucking community for its patience during this extended period. Any questions can be directed to cjb@peacebridge.comor or by calling 905-994-3689 or 716-884-5809.