Brad Chase named head of OmniTRAX Canada

Brad Chase has been named president of OmniTRAX Canada in Winnipeg, with responsibility for overseeing operations including the Port of Churchill, North America’s only deepwater Arctic port, and the Hudson Bay Railway, which delivers freight in Manitoba along 630 miles of track. He will also have oversight of the Carlton Trail Railway, based in Saskatchewan, and the Kettle Falls International Railway connecting British Columbia to the U.S.

Chase was formerly senior vice president of Kleysen Group LP in Winnipeg, heading the Intermodal Business unit.

“Brad’s leadership abilities, transportation background, and deal-making skills are keys to expanding our operations and partnerships in Canada,” said Gary Long, president and CEO of OmniTRAX, Inc.

“I look forward to pursuing business opportunities for OmniTRAX that also benefit Canada, and particularly, Manitoba, Saskatchewan, and the North,” said Chase. “We will make strategic capital investments, seek joint ventures, and work with all levels of government to ensure that the Hudson Bay Railway and the Port of Churchill contribute to the success of Canada’s Northern Strategy.”

OmniTRAX-managed businesses are located in three Canadian provinces and 10 U.S. states.