Fuel, Supply Chains Woes Keep capacity Tight: FTR Friday July 29, 2022 | Business Conditions Industry forecaster FTR says fuel prices and tight capacity utilization offset some rate relief enjoyed by shippers. FTR says its outlook for the index reflects little change as utilization and rates are likely to remain “mildly unfavorable” for shippers.
Mullen: No Signs of Freight Recession, but Supply Chain Issues Holding Economy Back Friday July 22, 2022 | Business Conditions, Labour/HR/Driver Shortage Merger and acquisition activity and an ability to pass along price increases were the drivers behind the strong second quarter growth for Mullen Group, said its chairman Murray Mullen, who also added that while the pace of growth will moderate, he doesn’t see any signs of a significant slowdown anytime soon.
ESDC Publishes Draft Regs for Paid Medical Leave Monday July 18, 2022 | Labour/HR/Driver Shortage, News Releases Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC) has now published proposed regulations in Canada Gazette, Part I, pertaining to paid medical leave (10-paid sick days).
CTA BRTF Chair Talks Driver Shortage with World Counterparts Tuesday June 28, 2022 | Business Conditions, COVID-19, Infrastructure, Labour/HR/Driver Shortage, News Releases IRU pegs Global Shortage at 2.6M Drivers
