TRENDS IN THE TRUCKING SECTOR IN CANADA IN THE YEAR 2023

Canada's trucking industry, especially commercial trucking, has been found to be an integral part of Canada's growing economy since the early 1940s. Canada is a massive country & the role of the transportation sector has contributed to a great deal in Canada's massive growth in many sectors. It has also been a contributor to laying the foundation for its national highway system.

Similar to the many industries in Canada that have faced disruptions due to technological advancement, legislative changes and many other societal factors. The trucking industry in Canada has saved similar disruptions in the past & most of these have been disruptions that have taken place during the period of COVID-19. The pandemic has been the cause of many disruptions & losses that are dedicated to the economy of the world as well as the economy of Canada. The trucking industry of Canada is a multi-million dollar industry while staying ahead of the latest trends within Canada's unique trucking landscape. It's a landscape that is not only responsi- ble for the bread & butter of many people. However, it is also an important way to ensure sustainable growth over the many years to come.

Below are the top three trends to watch for fleet drivers & managers in the trucking sector;

A GROWING DEMAND FOR THE DRIVERS:

The year 2023 will see a growing demand for drivers as part of the upcoming trends in Canada's trucking & transportation sector. According to a very recent trucking survey in Canada that revealed very comprehensively that a majority of the respondents, i.e. approximately around 62% were the ones considering the expansion of their operations in new markets. Therefore, the growing demand for drivers is a vital aspect that they need to consider. As the fleets begin hiring for this massive industry expansion, the industry will naturally buck against an already very significant driver shortage issue.

The demand is met by the supply & the industry in the past has seen shortages regarding the same. Therefore, now the balance has switched in favour of the drivers in the trucking sector. The shortages shall be met by better salaries, better perks & selecting criteria that are strict but obviously for the growing sector & the career management aspects of the truck drivers in the trucking industry in Canada. A very merry way that the organizations are looking to combat these demands is through expanding into new driver demographics. Also, looking towards women & immigrant populations to meet their needs.

Regardless of anything, the change in the industry is happening at a fast pace, i.e. faster than it usually would have. Now, it is up to the various trucking companies they make alliances & partnerships with new drivers to stay ahead of the industry's evolving needs. Furthermore, tap the right resources for the sake of ensuring success.

THE INDUSTRY EFFORTS TO CURB EMISSIONS:

The mission of Canada in 2023 is very clear regarding fighting the environmental impacts that are being presented due to the transportation sector. The country, along with the United States, has been a global voice in reducing the environmental impact. The trucking industry in the transportation sector is doing its part along with AMTA, also known as Alberta Motor Transport Association. They are testing two heavy-duty hydrogen-power freight vehicles as part of the efforts. The mission will eventually be a cause of massive success as it will help eliminate 13.5 million tons of greenhouse gas emissions per year.

The industry's efforts in curbing emissions apart from these will also include the use of electric vehicles which shall take some time, but soon will be part of Canada's global mission regarding environmental sustainability.

THE CHANGING REGULATIONS & THE COMPLIANCE:

The changing regulations & the compliance are part of the trends in the trucking sector in Canada in the year 2023. It's a sector that has introduced some new regulations & ordinances due to the many significant changes that the industry has been an integral part of. One of the many significant changes in the trucking & transportation sector in Canada is the implementation of ELD also known as Canadian Electronic Logging Device which shall be effective soon. It will help in the fleet management of the vehicles, especially in the monitoring of critical pieces of information, for example, the road-time spend by the drivers on the roads while making their journeys. This is something that organizations shall need to equip the fleets with for the sake of avoiding fines & penalties.

The regulations & the compliances are for the sake of comfort of the drivers, the supply chain companies involved & the retail companies. Also, a number of other key stakeholders that are playing their role most vitally for the growth of the trucking sector. Ironically, it's a sector that has improved in Canada, but there is always a room for improvement.

Trends in the trucking sector in Canada keeps changing according to the demands of the trucking industry. However it's an industry where demands are growing and being met at a considerable pace. The selection criteria is strict, but obviously adheres strictly with the safety laws that the trucking sector is bounded by.