CRST’s plan to redeploy a portion of its Capacity Solutions OTR fleet will lead to hundreds of job cuts and a reduction of its fleet by 200 trucks, the carrier announced on Dec. 4.
“This decision is intended to strengthen our ability to serve customers through the solutions that drive the most value, reliability and long-term stability,” the Cedar Rapids, Iowa-based carrier said in a statement. The company provides dedicated, flatbed and LTL services.
CRST said the action will result in a headcount reduction of over 300 employees. Drivers represented most of those affected and all impacted workers were provided with a 60-day notice on Dec. 3.
However, the company said its goal is to work with the displaced drivers to find other driving opportunities with the carrier.
As part of its plan, CRST will shift 100 trucks to other parts of its business, per the release. Roughly 200 trucks will be removed from its fleet of 4,300, which represents less than 4% of the carrier’s logistics portfolio.
Despite ongoing weak freight conditions, CRST said it recently marked its most successful quarter since 2022, “which demonstrates our long-term stability and continued investment in our people and our customers.”
“With 70 proud years in trucking, CRST is committed to evolving with our customer needs and industry changes,” the carrier said.
