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Tackling Labor Shortages in Propane

Labor shortages pose a significant challenge for many industries, including propane. Addressing this issue effectively is crucial for maintaining consistent, steady operations and supporting growth. Here’s a detailed exploration of proactive strategies that propane businesses can employ to manage labor shortages effectively. Enhancing Recruitment Efforts One of the first steps in combating labor shortages is… Continue reading Tackling Labor Shortages in Propane

California Court Action on Non-Domiciled CDLs Raises Compliance Questions for Fleet Operators

Federal and State Authorities Dispute Licensing Standards A California judge issued a tentative ruling on February 26, 2026, temporarily blocking federal efforts to revoke approximately 20,000 commercial driver’s licenses (CDLs) issued to certain non-domiciled drivers. The decision does not permanently resolve the dispute but highlights ongoing tension between state licensing practices and federal commercial driver… Continue reading California Court Action on Non-Domiciled CDLs Raises Compliance Questions for Fleet Operators

How Propane Marketers Must Think for the Next Decade

The next decade will not reward propane marketers who operate on stable assumptions. Supply patterns are shifting alongside export demand, infrastructure constraints are tightening in key corridors, and weather volatility is creating sharper demand swings. These changes are no longer theoretical, they are already affecting rack pricing, delivery timing, and customer expectations. For operators, this… Continue reading How Propane Marketers Must Think for the Next Decade

Driver Shortage Continues to Constrain Propane Delivery Capacity

CDL Pipeline Limits and Regulatory Requirements Narrow the Labor Pool The propane industry’s driver shortage has moved beyond a seasonal staffing challenge. It is now a structural constraint affecting delivery capacity, operating costs, and compliance exposure. Unlike general freight carriers, propane marketers must recruit drivers who meet Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) commercial driver… Continue reading Driver Shortage Continues to Constrain Propane Delivery Capacity

Propane Companies Face a Driver Crunch: Here’s How Family Businesses Are Fighting Back

Across the country, propane trucks are a familiar sight on the road – fueling homes, farms, and businesses – especially during the coldest months of the year. But behind the wheel, there’s a growing problem: not enough drivers. The nationwide truck driver shortage continues to strain the transportation sector, and the propane industry is feeling… Continue reading Propane Companies Face a Driver Crunch: Here’s How Family Businesses Are Fighting Back

How Ready Is Your Team for Driver Recruitment This Winter?

Winter supply disruptions and extended driver hours continue to expose staffing gaps at propane delivery companies, making early driver recruitment and structured training critical to maintaining safety, service reliability, and customer trust. Winter has arrived with increased propane demand, just as supply-side disruptions have placed added strain on delivery operations. In mid-December, a significant issue… Continue reading How Ready Is Your Team for Driver Recruitment This Winter?