Trucking industry pushes for fuel surcharges amid Iran conflict-driven oil uncertainty
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Eric Johnston
Summary
The trucking industry is pushing for fuel surcharges to address rising costs driven by uncertainty over crude oil supplies due to the Iran conflict. Transport firm Yamato highlighted at its April 30 briefing that rising fuel prices, sparked by U.S. actions, are impacting the business environment. The surcharges could make deliveries more expensive for consumers.
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The move comes amid ongoing uncertainty over the long-term impact of the Iran war on crude oil supplies, particularly the price and availability of engine oil.
Due to recent changes in the business environment, including a rise in fuel prices sparked by the U.S.
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