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Fastfrate Group is extremely pleased to announce the appointment of Frank Figliomeni to President of Fastfrate Integrated Logistics. Formerly Executive Vice President, Mr. Figliomeni now leads the Integrated Logistics, Linehaul, Bestway and CDI divisions of Fastfrate Group. Frank has more than 20 years of experience in transportation and since joining Fastfrate Group, has played an… Continue reading Frank Figliomeni Promoted to President, Fastfrate Integrated Logistics

We are extremely pleased to announce Fastfrate Group will be commencing the build of our state-of-the-art facility in the Spring of this year. This location is positioned on 10 acres of land in a new industrial park in southeast Ottawa. On the heels of our most recent acquisition of ASL Distribution, this new facility will… Continue reading Breaking Ground on New 85,000 sq.ft. Facility in Ottawa, Ontario

Fastfrate Group is excited to announce the acquisition of ASL Distribution Services Limited (ASL) – a leading transportation, warehousing, distribution and final mile service provider. The details of the agreement were not provided, however the purchase which includes all operating entities, is projected to increase Fastfrate Group revenue by an additional $120MM in 2021. Fastfrate… Continue reading Exponential growth trajectory continues for Fastfrate Group with acquisition of ASL Distribution Services Limited

Bringing over 10 years of industry experience with him, James joined Fastfrate Group in September of 2017 as a Pricing Manager. James has held several positions in the transportation industry which have helped propel his career to the role of Director of Operations and Procurement for our asset-based, Fastfrate Integrated Logistics division. James plays an… Continue reading Employee Spotlight on James Darby

Anthony began his professional career with CDI in 2007. He later left to pursue other opportunities in 2012 before joining again in July of 2020. Anthony has acquired over 13 years of experience within the transportation industry. His time spent in various roles, which include senior sales positions, has given him an exceptional understanding of… Continue reading Employee Spotlight on Anthony Nadon

It is with great pleasure, that our facility in Vaughan, Ontario will be renamed the GEORGE BICHARA FASTFRATE VAUGHAN CENTER. While working for me in the early years before Fastfrate, I watched George first-handedly turn around a small trucking company that we owned, states Executive Chairman, Ron Tepper. I knew his work ethic. If he could… Continue reading Fastfrate Group Proudly Announces the Second of 3 Branches Being Renamed in Honour of Long-Standing Employees!

In a new role to Fastfrate Group, Jay Lee joined our team in April, 2008. He was one of our first engineers to be hired to analyze the operational efficiency and business profitability for our KOCH division. Jay implemented the deployment of various operational Key Performance Indicators, utilizing the engineering and 6 sigma methodologies, to… Continue reading Employee Spotlight on Jay Lee

Sylvie has been an integral part of Fastfrate Group over a combined 25 years. She began her career with Fastfrate in 1981 after the current company she worked for, Howell Transport, was purchased by Fastfrate. Sylvie held various positions within the pricing and sales departments, gaining valuable knowledge and professional growth before leaving in 1998,… Continue reading Employee Spotlight on Sylvie Lalanne

Frank rejoined the Fastfrate Group in November, 2019 as Executive Vice President of Integrated Logistics. Frank has spent 20 plus years in the transportation industry and has held various positions ranging from Sales to Operations. He leads the logistics, linehaul and the recently acquired Bestway. His extensive experience allows him to play an integral role… Continue reading Employee Spotlight on Frank Figliomeni