Canadian Transportation Rates Take Step Back in March

(Canadian Transportation & Logistics)

The latest results from the Canadian General Freight Index show the cost of ground transportation for Canadian shippers decreased slightly in March, erasing February's gains.

Overall freight costs dropped 2.6% in March, according to the index. Base rates, excluding fuel surcharges, decreased 1.9% with average fuel surcharges dropping 4.5% from the prior month.

The Canadian General Freight Index is compiled by Nulogx. More info is available here.