This report covers the scope, size, disposition and growth of the industry including the key sensitivities and success factors. Also included are five year industry forecasts, growth rates and an analysis of the industry key players and their market shares.Keep on trucking: Good economic conditions and the increasing use of new technologies will likely support industry growth
Local specialized freight truckers transport oil, ores, grains, gases, frozen food and other freight that require specialized trailers. Demand for trucking services often follows broader economic conditions in the United States, so high consumer spending and industrial production should benefit the industry. High fuel prices generally help firms that operate in the industry, as they often increase profitability from the high surcharges they impose on their customers.
Operators in this industry provide specialized road transportation for cargo using trucks and trailers. Local trucking operators provide trucking within metropolitan areas that may cross state lines, and trips are often same-day return. Specialized freight transportation is the movement of cargo that requires specialized equipment for transportation because of the shipment’s size, weight and shape.
Table of Contents
About this Industry- Industry Definition
- Main Activities
- Similar Industries
- Additional Resources
Industry Performance
- Executive Summary
- Key External Drivers
- Current Performance
- Industry Outlook
- Industry Life Cycle
- Supply Chain
- Products & Services
- Demand Determinants
- Major Markets
- International Trade
- Business Locations
- Market Share Concentration
- Key Success Factors
- Cost Structure Benchmarks
- Basis of Competition
- Barriers to Entry
- Industry Globalization
Operating Conditions
- Capital Intensity
- Technology & Systems
- Revenue Volatility
- Regulation & Policy
- Industry Assistance
- Industry Data
- Annual Change
- Key Ratios
Companies Mentioned (Partial List)
A selection of companies mentioned in this report includes, but is not limited to:
- Hunt J B Transport Services Inc.
- Blueknight Energy Partners, L.P.
- Elite Gasfield Services LLC
Methodology
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