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Trucking Employment Trends In May, the number of trucking jobs saw a decline, yet the industry’s employment status remains marginally improved compared to late last year. Specifically, trucking jobs decreased by 1,500 after a rise of 600 in April. Preliminary figures initially indicated a 1,500 loss
Truck transportation jobs in the U.S. showed minimal change in August, remaining significantly above last year’s figures but experiencing a gradual decline over the past five months. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the number of seasonally-adjusted jobs in the truck transportation secto
The White House’s new initiative to address the nation’s supply chain challenges involves increasing the number of veterans in the trucking sector. Officials from the Departments of Defense, Veterans Affairs, Labor, and Transportation are set to promote various existing programs aimed at assisting s
XL Express Enters Liquidation After 35 Years The national transport and logistics firm XL Express has officially gone into liquidation after operating for 35 years. Following its collapse, the company faces nearly $42 million in estimated debts, which will leave around 200 employees without jobs. Fo
A logistics company is opening a new headquarters operation in northern Kentucky that will create 210 jobs, officials said. (courtesy: M&P Logistics) New Logistics Headquarters in Kentucky FLORENCE, Ky. — Officials have announced that a logistics firm is set to launch a new headquarters in northern
New York City’s Trucking Industry and Second Chances New York City — Jorge Badilla is at the helm of a trucking industry that is struggling, facing a driver shortage of approximately 60,000, as reported by the American Trucking Association. At 48, Badilla is not only addressing this urgent need but
Recognition for Congressional Support of Veteran Careers in Trucking The American Trucking Associations’ Trucking Cares Foundation honored four Congressional leaders whose efforts have aided veterans in launching careers within the trucking sector. Award Ceremony at the Capitol During a ceremony hel
Judy Woodruff: Recently, the “NewsHour” featured stories about the evolving job landscape, including a report by economics correspondent Paul Solman that examined the paradox of job loss fears due to driverless trucks alongside the ongoing truck driver shortage in the U.S. In tonight’s segment, Paul
Dive Brief: On Monday, President Joe Biden emphasized the actions his administration has implemented to increase the number of truck drivers. These initiatives include promoting new apprenticeship programs and enhancing recruitment efforts targeted at women and veterans. The president praised the go
