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  • Where: The Westin Galleria Houston
  • Attending: David Cohen (954-729-4774), Brian Baker (239.297.4519)
  • Conference Website
  • Where: Hyatt Regency Dallas in Dallas, TX
  • Attending:Curtis Chandler (239.405.3365), David Cohen (954-729-4774), Brian Baker (239.297.4519), Cyndi Popov(403) 402-5043
  • Conference Website

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  • Renaissance Schaumburg Convention Center
  • Curtis Chandler (239.405.3365), David Cohen (954-729-4774), Brian Baker (239)297-4519
  • Conference Website
  • Where: The Westin Galleria Houston
  • Attending: David Cohen (954-729-4774), Brian Baker (239.297.4519)
  • Conference Website
  • Where: Hyatt Regency Dallas in Dallas, TX
  • Attending:Curtis Chandler (239.405.3365), David Cohen (954-729-4774), Brian Baker (239.297.4519), Cyndi Popov(403) 402-5043
  • Conference Website

Past Conferences

  • Where: Renaissance Schaumburg Convention Center Hotel
  • Attending: Curtis Chandler (239.405.3365), David Cohen (954-729-4774), Brian Baker (239)297-4519
  • Conference Website
  • Where: La Quinta Resort & Club, La Quinta, California
  • Attending: Curtis Chandler (239.405.3365)
  • Conference Website
  • Where: Charlotte Harbor, Florida
  • Attending: Curtis Chandler (239.405.3365), David Cohen (954-729-4774), Brian Baker (239)297-4519
  • Conference Website
  • Where: Hyatt Regency Dallas, Dallas, Texas
  • Attending: Curtis Chandler (239.405.3365), David Cohen (954-729-4774), Brian Baker (239)297-4519
  • Conference Website
  • Renaissance Dallas Addison Hotel
  • Curtis Chandler (239.405.3365), Cyndi Popov (403)402-5043, David Cohen (954-729-4774), Brian Baker (239)297-4519
  • Conference Website
  • Where: The Westin Buckhead Atlanta
  • Attending:Brian Baker (239.297.4519)
  • Conference Website
  • Where: Hilton Airport Terminal (2 Terminal Drive, Nashville, Tennessee, 37214)
  • Attending: Cyndi Popov (403)402-5043, David Cohen (954-729-4774), Brian Baker (239)297-4519
  • Conference Website
  • Where: Grand Geneva Resort, Lake Geneva, WI
  • Attending: Curtis Chandler (239)405-3365, David Cohen (954)729-4774
  • Conference Website
  • Where: Grand Geneva Resort, Lake Geneva, WI
  • Attending: Brian Baker (239)297-4519
  • Conference Website

  • Renaissance Phoenix Downtown Hotel
  • Attending: Curtis Chandler (239.405.3365), David Cohen (954-729-4774)
  • Conference Website

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]]> Calgary, October 8, 2024 – “PFL Rail Services Canada Inc. (“PFL Canada”) is excited to announce today that we have opened an office in Calgary, Alberta Canada, and have appointed Cynthia Popov as the new VP of Operations & Business Development. “With over 14 years of experience in supply chain management and rail logistics, Cyndi is a recognized expert with a strong passion for rail operations and innovative transportation solutions”, said Curtis Chandler, President of PFL  

Before joining PFL Rail Services Canada, Cyndi played a key role at the Canadian Pacific Kansas City Railway (CPKC), where she established a strong foundation in the rail industry. In this capacity, she managed key chemical accounts and collaborated closely with customers to ensure pipeline fluidity and deliver timely, customer-oriented solutions.       

Most recently Cyndi spent 12 years at NOVA Chemicals, where she successfully expanded a small network of rail Storage-in-Transit (SIT) yards into a large, dynamic system, developing innovative solutions to meet evolving business needs. Her experience in collaborating and negotiating with rail carriers to balance demands with supplier and customer goals, both strategic and tactical, solidified her reputation as a trusted problem-solver.

“I’m excited to be joining the great team at PFL and establishing their office here in Calgary,” said Cyndi. “I’m passionate about creating innovative solutions that address customer’s unique challenges, and I’m eager to apply my experience to help drive growth and success for both customers and partners” she added.


Cyndi holds a Bachelor of Commerce in Energy Management from the University of Calgary’s Haskayne School of Business and is a Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP) through the Association for Supply Chain Management (ASCM).

PFL is a full-service railcar company covering the North American market that offers a high-level perspective when it comes to navigating the day-to-day challenges within the rail industry. Our logistics specialists have a thorough understanding of short and long-term trends and the economic effects they have on the industry. For that reason, PFL Canada is uniquely positioned in the market to best accommodate the needs of our clients under our umbrella of services. Cyndi will be supporting growth north of the border, including its planned expansion into offering cleaning, flaring, repair, transloading, and nitrogen services across Canada while also contributing to PFL’s U.S. operations.  PFL strives to be a one-stop-shop for all of our client’s needs and specializes in providing value-added services to maximize everyone’s bottom line.

Contact
PFL Rail Services Canada Inc.

Curtis Chandler 
[email protected]
President
(239) 390-2885

Cyndi Popov
[email protected]
VP Operations & Business Development
(403) 402-5043

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  • Where: Westin Lombard Yorktown Center 70 Yorktown Shopping Center, Lombard, IL 60148
  • Attending: Curtis Chandler (239.405.3365) and David Cohen (954.729.4774)
  • Conference Website
  • Where: The Westin Buckhead Atlanta 3391 Peachtree Road, N.E. Atlanta, GA 30326
  • Attending: Curtis Chandler (239.405.3365)
  • Conference Website
  • Where: La Quinta Resort & Club 49-499 Eisenhower Drive La Quinta, CA 92253, US
  • Attending: Curtis Chandler (239.405.3365)
  • Conference Website
  • Where: Fontainebleau Las Vegas 2777 S Las Vegas Blvd Las Vegas, NV 89109
  • Attending: Curtis Chandler (239.405.3365)
  • Conference Website
  • Where: Moody Gardens Hotel and Convention Center
  • Attending: Curtis Chandler (239.405.3365) and David Cohen (954.729.4774)
  • Conference Website
  • Where: Hilton Salt Lake City Center, 255 S West Temple. Salt Lake City, UT 84101
  • Attending: Curtis Chandler (239.405.3365) and David Cohen (954.729.4774)
  • Conference Website
  • Where: Sheraton Grand Chicago Riverwalk, 301 E. North Water St., Chicago, IL 60611
  • Attending: Curtis Chandler (239.405.3365) and David Cohen (954.729.4774)
  • Conference Website
  • Where: The Westin, 1000 Penn Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15222
  • Attending: Curtis Chandler (239.405.3365)
  • Conference Website
  • Where: Moody Gardens Hotel and Convention Center
  • Attending: Curtis Chandler (239.405.3365) David Cohen (954-729-4774) Brian Baker (239.297.4519)
  • Conference Website
  • Where: Renaissance Dallas Addison Hotel
  • Attending: David Cohen (954-729-4774), Cyndi Popov (403-402-5043), Brian Baker (239)297-4519
  • Conference Website

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]]> PFL Receives BP Safety Award https://pflpetroleum.com/reports/pfl-receives-bp-safety-award/ Tue, 30 May 2023 15:40:00 +0000 https://pflpetroleum.com/reports/?p=9690 PFL received the Safety Excellence Award from BP, highlighting our unwavering commitment to safety and collaboration in creating a secure work environment.

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We are thrilled to announce that PFL has been honored with the prestigious Safety Excellence Award from BP for Safe Contributions and Partnership! This remarkable achievement showcases our unwavering commitment to safety, highlighting our dedication to creating a secure work environment and fostering a culture of collaboration and partnership.
 
At PFL, we believe that safety is not just a priority, but an inherent value that guides every aspect of our operations. We are proud to be recognized by BP, one of the world’s leading energy companies, for our outstanding safety practices and our collaborative approach to maintaining a secure workplace.
 
Receiving the Safety Excellence Award from BP is a testament to the hard work and diligence of our entire team. Each member of the PFL team has contributed to this accomplishment, and we are extremely proud of all our employees who consistently prioritize safety in their daily activities.
 
Moreover, this recognition would not have been possible without the invaluable partnership and collaboration we have with BP. We are grateful for the opportunity to work alongside such a reputable organization that shares our commitment to safety and operational excellence. Together, we have achieved significant milestones and set new industry standards.
 

About the project:


PFL was tasked with loading off-spec Natural Gasoline from pressure cars that were previously loaded with propane and or butane into regular liquid trucks. Because the railcars last contained LPGs, they had higher pressure than is typical for Natural Gasoline (between 40 and 120 pounds of pressure). Since liquid trucks can only withstand a maximum of a few pounds of pressure, PFL had to get creative.
 

What did we do?

  • Loaded the off-spec product from a pressure railcar into a pressure truck.
  • In a closed-loop system, we performed vapor recovery on the pressure truck to push vapors back into the railcar and bring the truck down to 0 PSI.
  • Once the liquids were isolated with no pressure, we loaded the off-spec product from the pressure truck into a liquid truck for shipment to a blending terminal As we celebrate this achievement, we remain steadfast in our commitment to further enhancing our safety practices and delivering exceptional results.

PFL will continue to invest in innovative technologies, provide ongoing training and support, and foster a culture of open communication to sustain our excellent safety record.

Once again, we extend our sincere thanks to the entire PFL team and our valued partners at BP for their unwavering commitment to safety. This award is a shared success, and it inspires us to strive for even greater heights in the pursuit of safety excellence.

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Past Conferences

  • Where: Westin Lombard Yorktown Center
  • Attending: Curtis Chandler (239.405.3365) , Brian Baker (239.297.4519) and David Cohen (954.729.4774)
  • Conference Website
  • Where: Omni Hotel – Charlotte, North Carolina
  • Attending: Brian Baker (239.297.4519)
  • Conference Website
  • Where: La Quinta Resort & Club La Quinta, CA
  • Attending: Curtis Chandler (239.405.3365) and David Cohen (954.729.4774)
  • Conference Website
  • Where: The Sheraton San Diego, Hotel and Marina
  • Attending: Brian Baker (239.297.4519)
  • Conference Website
  • Where: The Grand Hyatt San Antonio River Walk Hotel
  • Attending: Curtis Chandler (239.405.3365) and David Cohen (954.729.4774)
  • Conference Website
  • Where: The Westin Denver Downtown located at 1672 Lawrence Street, Denver, CO
  • Attending: Curtis Chandler (239.405.3365) and David Cohen (954.729.4774)
  • Conference Website
  • Where: Marriott Marquis Chicago 121 S Prairie Ave, Chicago, IL 60616
  • Attending: Curtis Chandler (239.405.3365)
  • Conference Website
  • Where: Grand Geneva Resort. 7036 Grand Geneva Way, Lake Geneva, WI 53147
  • Attending: Brian Baker (239.297.4519)
  • Conference Website
  • Where: Calgary in the Culture + Entertainment District
  • Attending: Curtis Chandler (239.405.3365) and David Cohen (954.729.4774)
  • Conference Website
  • Where: Loews Coronado Bay Resort, San Diego, California
  • Attending: Curtis Chandler (239.405.3365) and David Cohen (954.729.4774)
  • Conference Website
  • Where: Holiday Inn Portland by the Bay
  • Attending: Curtis Chandler (239.405.3365) and David Cohen (954.729.4774)
  • Conference Website
  • Renaissance Dallas Addison Hotel located at 15201 Dallas Parkway, Addison, TX 75001
  • Attending: Curtis Chandler (239.405.3365) and David Cohen (954.729.4774)
  • Conference Website

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]]> Retail Sales Declined 1.9% in December https://pflpetroleum.com/reports/retail-sales-declined-1-9-in-december/ Fri, 14 Jan 2022 16:30:32 +0000 https://pflpetroleum.com/reports/?p=5378 Friday, the Commerce Department reported a decline of -1.9% for December, not adjusted for inflation.

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Talking Points

  • Retail sales declined in December 2021 by 1.9%.
  • Most of the decline was from poor online sales along with a decline in spending at bars and restaurants.
  • December’s import prices were also in decline for the first time since August 2021.

Retail sales was projected to fall by -0.1% by the Dow Jones, however with the surging Omicron Sars-Cov-19 Variant cases consumer activity fell much sharper. Friday, the Commerce Department reported a decline of -1.9% for December, not adjusted for inflation. With the exception of automotive sales, sales fell -2.3% contrary to the initial estimation of a +0.3% increase. November’s numbers were also revised down to +0.2% from the initial +0.3% increase. As sales figures are not adjusted for inflation, the data suggests a slow ending to what was otherwise a strong 2021 in which sales rose +16.9% from the pandemic worn 2020.

Deep Dive

  • Online sales took the brunt of the hit with non-store retailers reporting a dip of -8.7%, Furniture and home furnishing sales dropped by -5.5% while sporting goods, music and book stores fell 4.3%.
  • Restaurants and bars were up +41.3% during the year 2021, leading all the categories, fell -0.8% in December.
  • Gas stations followed the sharp annual increase coming in second place to restaurants and bars up +41% for the year 2021, but saw a 0.7% decline in December when fuel costs began to decrease. On this note, Gasoline prices fell -0.5% closing out the year after a 49.6% increase during the year 2021.
  • Miscellaneous store retailers rose +1.8%.
  • Building materials and gardening centers rose +0.9%

Import Prices

The Labor Department reported a pricing drop of -0.2% in December, contrary to their earlier projection of an increase of +0.2%. This is the first time since August of 2021 that import pricing was down and this could be attributed in part to import fuel prices falling -6.5% in December.

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]]> PFL Petroleum Acquires 50% Interest in First Flare & Repair LLC. https://pflpetroleum.com/reports/pfl-petroleum-services-limited-acquires-50-interest-in-first-flare-repair-llc/ Tue, 28 Dec 2021 18:08:00 +0000 https://pflpetroleum.com/reports/?p=5620 PFL and First Flare & Repair LLC are excited to announce that PFL has acquired a fifty percent interest in First Flare & Repair

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PFL Petroleum Services Limited and First Flare & Repair LLC are excited to announce that PFL has
acquired a fifty percent interest in First Flare & Repair, a mobile railcar repair, transloading and
flaring company with locations in Texas and Ohio.

“First Flare & Repair has long been a strategic partner to PFL. The synergies of services and staff will significantly enhance our opportunities to serve the rail car industry. The interest purchased in First Flare will enable PFL to truly be a one stop shop for our clients rail car needs.”

– Curtis Chandler, President of PFL Petroleum Services LTD

“We are very excited to become a working partner with PFL. This relationship will provide us an increase in customer base and exposure, allowing us to focus on our superior services. We look forward to expanding our nitrogen generation and adding fixed facilities across North America. The two companies have shared a close relationship for many years.”

– Thomas Wood, Vice President of First Flare & Repair LLC.

PFL, together with First Flare & Repair, will offer a broad suite of railcar repair, inspection, cleaning,
flaring, maintenance, transloading, and nitrogen services. First Flare will also expand its SMART shop
services to offer mini-mobile shop locations within customer rail sites and shortlines.

First Flare will be well positioned to offer cleaning, repair and other services.
PFL’s current railcar storage, leasing, and cleaning services, along with First Flare’s repair and flaring
services will allow PFL and FFR to streamline competitive prices across the industry.

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]]> PFL’s 2022 Conference List https://pflpetroleum.com/reports/pfls-2022-conference-list/ Tue, 05 Oct 2021 19:01:09 +0000 https://pflpetroleum.com/reports/?p=4594 PFL will be at the following 2021 conferences.

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PFL will be at the following conferences.

The 2023 Conference List is now live.

Past Conferences

  • Where: The Downtown Phoenix Renaissance Hotel.
  • Attending: Curtis Chandler and Brian Baker
  • Conference Website:

Where: Children’s Mercy Park Stadium 1 Sporting Way, Kansas City, KS 66111
Attending: Curtis Chandler
Conference Website:

  • Where: Crowne Plaza at the Union Station in Indianapolis, IN
  • Attending: Curtis Chandler
  • Conference Website:
  • Where: The Hotel Del Coronado 1500 Orange Avenue Coronado, CA 92118
  • Attending: Curtis Chandler and David Cohen
  • Conference Website
  • Where: Renaissance Dallas Addison hotel
  • Attending: Curtis Chandler and David Cohen

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]]> PFL’s 2021 Conference List https://pflpetroleum.com/reports/pfls-2021-conference-list/ Tue, 21 Sep 2021 14:20:00 +0000 https://pflpetroleum.com/reports/?p=4270 PFL will be at the following 2021 conferences.

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Call us today at (239) 390-2885 to schedule a meeting!

PFL attended the following conferences.

  • Where: The Sheraton Grand Chicago Hotel – 301 E. North Water St. Chicago, IL 60611
  • Attending: Curtis Chandler
  • Where: The Westin Portland Harborview – 157 High St, Portland, ME
  • Attending: Brian Baker
  • Where: The Worthington Renaissance Fort Worth Hotel, 200 Main Street, Fort Worth, TX 76102
  • Attending: Curtis Chandler & David Cohen
  • Where: Renaissance Dallas Addison Hotel 15201 Dallas Pkwy, Addison, TX 75001
  • Attending: Curtis Chandler & David Cohen
  • Where: The Westin Atlanta Buckhead 3391 Peachtree Road, N.E. Atlanta, GA 30326
  • Attending: Curtis Chandler
  • Where: Phoenix Convention Center 100 N 3rd St, Phoenix, AZ 85004
  • Attending: Curtis Chandler & David Cohen

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