Roadrunner Launches Canada-to-U.S. LTL Service, Sets 5.9% Rate Increase for Nov. 2

Less-than-truckload carrier Roadrunner (OTC: RRTS) announced a new outbound Canada-to-U.S. service on Friday, alongside a 5.9% general rate increase effective Nov. 2. The direct linehaul service connects shippers across Canada to roughly 40 major U.S. metro markets and runs entirely by truck, with no shipments touching the railroads. Roadrunner already served U.S.-outbound lanes into Canada through its metro-to-metro network, which uses independent drivers and more than 40 terminals. The GRI is expected to average 5.9% across general tariff codes and lanes. Nathalie de Champlain, chief transformational officer, said the adjustment addresses increased costs driven by market conditions and supports continued investment in network efficiency and service quality. The move follows recent rate implementations by other carriers. Dave Black, vice president of strategic sales, said the company's proprietary Smart Network delivers fewer handling points, faster transit, real-time visibility and greater accountability. Roadrunner said the announcement marks its next phase of expansion after focusing primarily on strengthening its U.S. network.