Business Details
40 Years
experience
Your Trusted Partner for Truckload Transportation Solutions
Established in 1986, GTL Transportation has grown into one of Nova Scotia's largest privately owned truckload carriers through strategic acquisitions and organic expansion. Our operations span Canada and the United States, connecting key markets like Chicago, Houston, and Greenville with daily cross-border services. We maintain a diversified fleet including dry vans, reefers, and chassis for drayage operations at the Port of Halifax, while specializing in hazardous materials transporta service many competitors have abandoned. Our commitment to safety is demonstrated through regular driver training, modern equipment maintenance, and an industry-leading safety record.With facilities in Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, and Ontario, we provide dedicated fleet solutions for major retailers and government agencies while maintaining the family-oriented culture that defines our company. Our investment in technology ensures seamless communication throughout every shipment's journey, and our experienced border-crossing team minimizes delays at customs checkpoints. This combination of expertise, infrastructure, and personalized service positions us to meet complex transportation requirements across North America.
Services
Cross-Border Truckload
Hazardous Goods Transport
Drayage Services
Dedicated Fleets
Dry Van Transport
Reefer Transport
Details
- Year established: 1986
Highlights and features
- We've specialized in hazardous materials transport since 1986
- Our cross-border fleet includes 3,000-5,000 mile round trip capabilities
- We maintain dedicated fleets for major retailers and government contracts
- Our safety record includes regular driver training and modern equipment
- We operate chassis fleets for efficient Port of Halifax drayage services
Services
Cross-Border Truckload
Specializing in long-haul Canada-US truckload services with average round trips of 3,000-5,000 miles. Our Canadian Customs Bonded carrier status and experienced border-crossing team minimize delays at checkpoints while connecting major cities like Chicago, Houston, and Greenville with Atlantic Canada.
Hazardous Goods Transport
Certified hazardous materials transportation covering 15-20% of our operations. We handle paints, chemicals, batteries, and industrial products using dedicated dry vans with proper placarding and contamination prevention protocols. Our team maintains specialized training for safe cross-border hazardous cargo movement.
Drayage Services
Efficient container movement to and from the Port of Halifax using our substantial chassis fleet. This service supports import/export activities with dedicated equipment and experienced personnel managing the critical first/last mile of international shipments.
Dedicated Fleets
Customized transportation solutions for key customers where we operate as their private fleet. This includes retail distribution, government postal runs, and supply chain management services that reduce client operational burdens while maintaining consistent service quality.
Dry Van Transport
Temperature-controlled and dry freight transportation covering consumer goods, industrial materials, automotive parts, and appliances. Our modern dry van fleet serves daily routes connecting Atlantic Canada with Ontario, Quebec, and US markets while maintaining strict cargo integrity standards.
Questions
What transportation services does GTL offer?
We provide cross-border truckload services between Canada and the US, hazardous goods transport, drayage from Halifax Port, dedicated fleets, and dry van/reefer transport.
Which regions do you serve?
We operate in Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, Ontario, and US destinations including Chicago, Houston, and Greenville with daily truckload connections.
Can you handle hazardous materials shipments?
Yes, we specialize in transporting hazardous goods including chemicals, paints, batteries, and industrial materials with proper certifications and safety protocols.
How do you ensure shipment safety?
Through experienced drivers, regular training programs, modern equipment maintenance, and strict adherence to hazardous materials handling procedures.
What makes GTL different from other carriers?
Our focus on hazardous goods transport, dedicated fleet solutions, and family-oriented culture with low driver turnover rates distinguish our service approach.
Reviews (5)
Hardeep Singh
Jan 12, 2022
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Not good company for driver. No respect from company manager Mr. geoff dowe.he thinks we driver are his slaves and company helping driver in immigration that give him a right to harass the driver. I worked for company 2+ years during that period I didnt enjoy my personal life and if anything goes wrong its easy for him to blame driver. I wish i could get my those 2 years back and could change my decision to join this company. Most driver dont speak because he creates problems in giving immigration paperwork. Company promised me to give a paperwork for immigration on completion of one year
Simran Hayer
Sep 11, 2021
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Worst company to drive for. No respect for drivers. Here is an example how they treat their drivers. They sent me a dispatch but it was missing some information. I could not see it because I was driving. So, when I stopped and was out of hours, I sent them a satellite message, not direct message , no call, just a satellite message, so that it wont bother anyone. This is the reply I woke up to. Their reply was send an email at that time in the evening and you sit for the night. Dont you ever waste my time again at that time. Ignorances is all that is. I have uploaded a screenshot
Kevin Cochrane
Aug 10, 2021
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Positive:Professionalism,Punctuality,Quality,Value
Ron and his crew are no# 1 in my books I have dealt with the company many times and have always been treated fair , when the owner of a company takes the time to ask how everything went that means so much. . A+++++++ to GTL Transportation
Ron and his crew are no# 1 in my books I have dealt with the company many times and have always been treated fair , when the owner of a company takes the time to ask how everything went that means so much. . A+++++++ to GTL Transportation
Shasta Smith Whiskey
Jul 26, 2021
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Positive:Professionalism,Punctuality
Very professional and helpful staff from office crew to drivers .will be my go to company.
Very professional and helpful staff from office crew to drivers .will be my go to company.
Jagroop Singh
May 28, 2021
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Reply from Ajaypal singh
I appreciate I got sponsored by Nova Scotia but I also worked really hard to get my pr by staying within the rules and guidelines of province. I knew you will comment about PR only, because you dont have answers about the layovers being eaten by Geoff and misbehaviour of Paul with drivers. Why drivers just leave GTL after PR ? Bcos they are mentally stressed and harassed by GTL employees. They dont wanna spend a single day in GTL after PR. Pay attention to drivers and listen to their problems. Rather than being nice in comment section, please be nice to drivers in
I appreciate I got sponsored by Nova Scotia but I also worked really hard to get my pr by staying within the rules and guidelines of province. I knew you will comment about PR only, because you dont have answers about the layovers being eaten by Geoff and misbehaviour of Paul with drivers. Why drivers just leave GTL after PR ? Bcos they are mentally stressed and harassed by GTL employees. They dont wanna spend a single day in GTL after PR. Pay attention to drivers and listen to their problems. Rather than being nice in comment section, please be nice to drivers in
