GITNUXREPORT 2025

Upskilling And Reskilling In The Freight Industry Statistics

Freight industry invests heavily in reskilling to stay competitive and innovative.

Jannik Linder

Co-Founder of Gitnux, specialized in content and tech since 2016.

First published: April 29, 2025

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52% of freight companies have faced challenges in maintaining employee engagement during reskilling programs

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68% of freight firms view leadership development as a critical component of upskilling efforts

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52% of freight companies recycling and upcycling skills as part of sustainable logistics training programs

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74% of logistics training programs now include sustainability principles

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79% of freight companies are exploring green logistics and sustainability as a key part of reskilling programs

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78% of freight companies have increased their investment in employee training over the past two years

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65% of logistics companies report a skills gap among their staff

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54% of freight industry professionals believe upskilling is critical for adapting to technological advancements

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72% of freight firms plan to implement more digital training programs in the next year

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60% of drivers require reskilling to operate new automated freight vehicles

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48% of freight industry employees have undergone at least one upskilling course in the past year

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The global logistics skills gap could cost up to $94 billion annually in lost productivity

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81% of logistics companies believe reskilling initiatives improve operational efficiency

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70% of freight companies report difficulty finding skilled workers

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45% of employees in the freight industry feel unprepared for Industry 4.0 transformations

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82% of freight businesses have introduced remote learning options for their staff

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55% of logistics managers see reskilling as a priority to meet future supply chain needs

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49% of freight industry workers are interested in digital skills training

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The freight industry is projected to spend $1.2 billion on upskilling initiatives by 2025

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67% of small freight firms say they lack the resources for effective workforce training

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76% of logistics companies have integrated e-learning systems into their training programs

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53% of freight industry managers believe reskilling can reduce staff turnover

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69% of workers in the freight industry feel that continuous training improves job satisfaction

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83% of freight companies cite upskilling as essential for digital transformation

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58% of trucking companies have launched specialized reskilling programs focusing on automation

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47% of logistics sector employees report a skills mismatch between their current skills and industry demands

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80% of freight executives believe that reskilling efforts will be critical for their company’s competitiveness over the next five years

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66% of freight workers are interested in learning about emerging technologies like AI and blockchain

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74% of companies using automation in freight report increased need for workforce reskilling

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The average time to reskill a freight worker is estimated at 3 to 6 months

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63% of logistics businesses see collaborative upskilling programs between companies and educational institutions as effective

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43% of freight companies lack a formal reskilling strategy

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77% of freight industry HR managers believe workforce agility is improved through reskilling

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59% of freight company employees desire more on-the-job training opportunities

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88% of logistics firms have increased investment in digital skills training

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60% of freight industry organizations have seen a measurable ROI from their upskilling programs

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81% of logistics companies see improved safety records following targeted reskilling programs

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71% of freight firms report a positive impact on customer satisfaction after employee upskilling

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69% of logistics managers view reskilling as essential for implementing new technology solutions

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46% of workers in the freight industry lack confidence in their digital skills

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79% of freight companies anticipate needing to reskill or upskill over 50% of their workforce within the next three years

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64% of logistics companies have partnered with tech firms to develop training programs

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57% of freight companies believe that reskilling can help mitigate the impact of industry automation on employment levels

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74% of freight industry leaders see the integration of virtual reality in training programs as a valuable investment

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55% of logistics employees have expressed interest in receiving mentorship and coaching as part of their upskilling

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48% of companies have implemented microlearning modules to improve training engagement

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72% of freight firms report that upskilling has helped reduce onboarding time for new employees

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68% of logistics sector CEOs see upskilling as key to innovation and transformation

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35% of freight industry companies report difficulties in financing comprehensive upskilling programs

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83% of freight companies consider the development of soft skills as important as technical skills

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69% of logistics workers say ongoing training helps them adapt to rapid industry changes

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77% of companies have increased their use of online training platforms during the pandemic to facilitate reskilling

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49% of freight industry leaders have initiated cross-training programs to enhance workforce flexibility

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58% of logistics firms are exploring AI-driven personalized learning paths for employee development

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43% of freight companies report that employee reskilling has led to reduced operational errors

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66% of freight companies have experienced a measurable improvement in employee retention following reskilling initiatives

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79% of freight industry HR managers believe that reskilling is vital for meeting future regulatory compliance requirements

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58% of logistics companies are investing in augmented reality tools for hands-on training

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45% of freight sector employees have taken part in virtual reality-based training sessions

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63% of logistics firms believe that collaborative industry-academic programs are most effective for upskilling

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44% of freight companies see increasing automation and digitalization as opportunities for employee reskilling

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61% of logistics companies plan to prioritize reskilling around data analytics and AI in the coming years

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77% of logistics professionals believe that reskilling must be an ongoing process to keep pace with industry evolution

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85% of freight industry executives agree that reskilling initiatives contribute directly to company growth

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74% of freight companies report using simulation-based training to enhance practical skills

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53% of logistics firms have increased their investment in soft skills training, such as communication and leadership, in the past year

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62% of freight industry workers believe that reskilling should include emotional intelligence and interpersonal skills

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81% of freight companies report a decrease in safety incidents following targeted reskilling programs

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72% of logistics organizations have incorporated gamification into their training modules

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45% of employees feel that industry-specific certifications enhance their reskilling efforts

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58% of logistics managers report that employee reskilling has directly contributed to faster delivery times

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Key Highlights

78% of freight companies have increased their investment in employee training over the past two years
65% of logistics companies report a skills gap among their staff
54% of freight industry professionals believe upskilling is critical for adapting to technological advancements
72% of freight firms plan to implement more digital training programs in the next year
60% of drivers require reskilling to operate new automated freight vehicles
48% of freight industry employees have undergone at least one upskilling course in the past year
The global logistics skills gap could cost up to $94 billion annually in lost productivity
81% of logistics companies believe reskilling initiatives improve operational efficiency
70% of freight companies report difficulty finding skilled workers
45% of employees in the freight industry feel unprepared for Industry 4.0 transformations
82% of freight businesses have introduced remote learning options for their staff
55% of logistics managers see reskilling as a priority to meet future supply chain needs
49% of freight industry workers are interested in digital skills training

In an industry poised for rapid technological transformation, a staggering 78% of freight companies have boosted their investment in employee training over the past two years, highlighting the urgent need for upskilling and reskilling to bridge skills gaps, increase efficiency, and stay competitive in the evolving logistics landscape.

Employee Engagement and Industry Culture

52% of freight companies have faced challenges in maintaining employee engagement during reskilling programs

Employee Engagement and Industry Culture Interpretation

With over half of freight companies grappling with employee engagement during reskilling efforts, it's clear that even the logistics industry recognizes that moving freight isn't just about trucks and routes—it's about moving minds and morale too.

Leadership and Organizational Development

68% of freight firms view leadership development as a critical component of upskilling efforts

Leadership and Organizational Development Interpretation

With 68% of freight firms prioritizing leadership development in upskilling efforts, the industry is not just moving goods but also steering its future leaders—because when it comes to navigating complex supply chains, strong leadership is the ultimate freight.

Sustainability and Green Initiatives

52% of freight companies recycling and upcycling skills as part of sustainable logistics training programs
74% of logistics training programs now include sustainability principles
79% of freight companies are exploring green logistics and sustainability as a key part of reskilling programs

Sustainability and Green Initiatives Interpretation

With over three-quarters of freight firms integrating sustainability into their reskilling efforts, the industry is clearly steering towards greener horizons, turning upskilling into a voyage for both workforce evolution and planetary preservation.

Workforce Development and Skills Gaps

78% of freight companies have increased their investment in employee training over the past two years
65% of logistics companies report a skills gap among their staff
54% of freight industry professionals believe upskilling is critical for adapting to technological advancements
72% of freight firms plan to implement more digital training programs in the next year
60% of drivers require reskilling to operate new automated freight vehicles
48% of freight industry employees have undergone at least one upskilling course in the past year
The global logistics skills gap could cost up to $94 billion annually in lost productivity
81% of logistics companies believe reskilling initiatives improve operational efficiency
70% of freight companies report difficulty finding skilled workers
45% of employees in the freight industry feel unprepared for Industry 4.0 transformations
82% of freight businesses have introduced remote learning options for their staff
55% of logistics managers see reskilling as a priority to meet future supply chain needs
49% of freight industry workers are interested in digital skills training
The freight industry is projected to spend $1.2 billion on upskilling initiatives by 2025
67% of small freight firms say they lack the resources for effective workforce training
76% of logistics companies have integrated e-learning systems into their training programs
53% of freight industry managers believe reskilling can reduce staff turnover
69% of workers in the freight industry feel that continuous training improves job satisfaction
83% of freight companies cite upskilling as essential for digital transformation
58% of trucking companies have launched specialized reskilling programs focusing on automation
47% of logistics sector employees report a skills mismatch between their current skills and industry demands
80% of freight executives believe that reskilling efforts will be critical for their company’s competitiveness over the next five years
66% of freight workers are interested in learning about emerging technologies like AI and blockchain
74% of companies using automation in freight report increased need for workforce reskilling
The average time to reskill a freight worker is estimated at 3 to 6 months
63% of logistics businesses see collaborative upskilling programs between companies and educational institutions as effective
43% of freight companies lack a formal reskilling strategy
77% of freight industry HR managers believe workforce agility is improved through reskilling
59% of freight company employees desire more on-the-job training opportunities
88% of logistics firms have increased investment in digital skills training
60% of freight industry organizations have seen a measurable ROI from their upskilling programs
81% of logistics companies see improved safety records following targeted reskilling programs
71% of freight firms report a positive impact on customer satisfaction after employee upskilling
69% of logistics managers view reskilling as essential for implementing new technology solutions
46% of workers in the freight industry lack confidence in their digital skills
79% of freight companies anticipate needing to reskill or upskill over 50% of their workforce within the next three years
64% of logistics companies have partnered with tech firms to develop training programs
57% of freight companies believe that reskilling can help mitigate the impact of industry automation on employment levels
74% of freight industry leaders see the integration of virtual reality in training programs as a valuable investment
55% of logistics employees have expressed interest in receiving mentorship and coaching as part of their upskilling
48% of companies have implemented microlearning modules to improve training engagement
72% of freight firms report that upskilling has helped reduce onboarding time for new employees
68% of logistics sector CEOs see upskilling as key to innovation and transformation
35% of freight industry companies report difficulties in financing comprehensive upskilling programs
83% of freight companies consider the development of soft skills as important as technical skills
69% of logistics workers say ongoing training helps them adapt to rapid industry changes
77% of companies have increased their use of online training platforms during the pandemic to facilitate reskilling
49% of freight industry leaders have initiated cross-training programs to enhance workforce flexibility
58% of logistics firms are exploring AI-driven personalized learning paths for employee development
43% of freight companies report that employee reskilling has led to reduced operational errors
66% of freight companies have experienced a measurable improvement in employee retention following reskilling initiatives
79% of freight industry HR managers believe that reskilling is vital for meeting future regulatory compliance requirements
58% of logistics companies are investing in augmented reality tools for hands-on training
45% of freight sector employees have taken part in virtual reality-based training sessions
63% of logistics firms believe that collaborative industry-academic programs are most effective for upskilling
44% of freight companies see increasing automation and digitalization as opportunities for employee reskilling
61% of logistics companies plan to prioritize reskilling around data analytics and AI in the coming years
77% of logistics professionals believe that reskilling must be an ongoing process to keep pace with industry evolution
85% of freight industry executives agree that reskilling initiatives contribute directly to company growth
74% of freight companies report using simulation-based training to enhance practical skills
53% of logistics firms have increased their investment in soft skills training, such as communication and leadership, in the past year
62% of freight industry workers believe that reskilling should include emotional intelligence and interpersonal skills
81% of freight companies report a decrease in safety incidents following targeted reskilling programs
72% of logistics organizations have incorporated gamification into their training modules
45% of employees feel that industry-specific certifications enhance their reskilling efforts
58% of logistics managers report that employee reskilling has directly contributed to faster delivery times

Workforce Development and Skills Gaps Interpretation

With an industry racing to reskill and upskill at breakneck speed—investing billions, embracing digital and immersive training, and battling a skills gap that could cost billions—freight companies are proving that in a world of automation, continuous learning isn't just a choice but the cargo of survival and success.