Francine Goulet

Founder and CEO of RailGateway.ca

About Francine

Francine Goulet is the Founder and CEO of RailGateway.ca, one of Canada’s largest intermodal service providers serving the North American market. With over 25 years of experience in both IT and Supply Chain Logistics, Francine, along with her talented team of professionals, offer unparalleled customer service, streamlined logistics and the most user-friendly financial support system to help customers more effectively manage their day-to-day logistics and operations.
Francine is also Founder & CEO of ShipSimple.ca, an online multi-courier shipping platform and a Partner at North Atlantic International Logistics.

Blogs

Rail vs. Truck Freight: Best Shipping Option for Your Business

Rail vs Truck Freight: Best Shipping Option for Your Business

Rail vs Truck Freight is a crucial consideration for businesses aiming to balance cost, speed, and reliability. While truck freight has long been the go-to option, rail freight is an often-overlooked alternative that offers significant benefits, especially for larger shipments. In this guide, we’ll compare all the major factors between

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A Guide to Loading Freight for Intermodal Transport

A Guide to Loading Freight for Intermodal Transport in 2025!

Intermodal transport is an efficient and cost-effective way to ship goods across long distances, combining the best of road and rail shipping. However, to maximize these benefits, it’s crucial to load your freight correctly. Mishandling shipments can lead to costly delays, damaged goods, and extra fees.  Whether you’re new to

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Temperature-Controlled Rail Shipping for Sensitive Goods

Temperature-Controlled Rail Shipping for Sensitive Goods

Shipping temperature-sensitive goods can be challenging, especially with the risks posed by fluctuating weather conditions. Whether you’re transporting perishable food items, pharmaceuticals, or chemicals, maintaining the right temperature throughout the journey is critical. That’s where temperature-controlled rail shipping comes in.  By leveraging the unique capabilities of rail transport combined with

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How Intermodal Shipping Reduces Theft Risk on the Rails

How Intermodal Shipping Reduces Theft Risk on the Rails

When it comes to shipping, security is as critical as speed and cost. Cargo theft is a growing concern, particularly for high-value goods, with trucks being an attractive target due to the accessibility of routes and stops. Intermodal shipping, which combines rail and other transport methods, offers a compelling solution

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Road vs. Rail: Why Switching to Rail Shipping Could Save costs!

Road vs. Rail: Why Switching to Rail Shipping Could Save costs!

When it comes to transporting goods across Canada or into the U.S., most businesses default to road shipping. While trucking offers flexibility and convenience, rising costs, and risks such as theft are making companies rethink their options. Rail shipping presents a powerful, cost-effective alternative, combining similar transit times with added

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freight train

Latest Guide to What Is A Freight Train!

Freight trains have been the forerunners of the modern rail shipping industry for centuries, tirelessly transporting goods from one place to another. And as transportation methods have evolved, so too have freight trains. Adapting to handle a wide range of cargo needs. From towering tankers to flatbed cars, each type

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