TFI International Inc.
Climate Impact & Sustainability Data (2020, 2022)
Reporting Period: 2020
Environmental Metrics
ESG Focus Areas
- Environmental Impacts
- Driver Working Conditions
- Safety and Accident Management
- Talent Development
- Diversity and Inclusion
- Business Ethics
- Cybersecurity
Environmental Achievements
- Upgraded to energy-efficient shop lighting (LEDs or T5s) where possible.
- Installed automatic lighting shutoff systems at certain offices.
- Reduced energy consumption by upgrading heating and cooling systems.
- Implemented recycling programs for various materials.
- Over 1 million annual kilometers eliminated through route optimization strategies by TForce Logistics.
- 70% average fleet profile with gas and dual propane and gas model engines at Canpar, ICS Courier and Loomis Express.
- 100% of CFI-owned equipment is Smartway certified and CARB approved.
Social Achievements
- Expanded employee assessment process with a bi-annual performance management program.
- Undertook a salary and role-based benchmarking assessment to ensure competitive wages.
- Maintained a low turnover rate compared to industry average (78% vs 90% in US Truckload).
- Implemented diversity and inclusion committees and training programs in several operating companies.
- TF Dedicated Logistics launched a Customer Diversity Supplier program aiming for at least 20% revenue from women and/or minority-owned businesses.
Governance Achievements
- Established compliance and risk management programs covering Code of Ethics, Disclosure policy, Privacy Policy, Insider trading Policy, Whistleblower Protection, etc.
- Implemented a Whistleblower Policy with safeguards to protect those raising concerns.
- Adopted a Board Diversity Policy.
- Maintained robust cybersecurity measures aligned with ISO 27001:2013 & 27002 and NIST frameworks.
- Conducted regular third-party security audits and testing.
Climate Goals & Targets
Environmental Challenges
- Potential environmental risks and liabilities associated with acquisitions.
- Maintaining safety and working conditions for drivers.
- Ensuring compliance with various regulations and standards.
- Addressing potential cybersecurity threats.
Mitigation Strategies
- Rigorous due diligence processes for acquisitions, including environmental site assessments.
- Ongoing site inspections, corporate audits, and investment in preventative maintenance programs.
- Implementation of safety technologies in vehicles and comprehensive driver training programs.
- Multi-layer technology stack, strict security protocols, and regular third-party security audits for cybersecurity.
Supply Chain Management
Responsible Procurement
- TF Dedicated Logistics' Customer Diversity Supplier program
Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities
Reporting Standards
Frameworks Used: SASB, TCFD, UN SDGs
Certifications: ISO 9001:2015 (some operating companies)
Reporting Period: 2022
Environmental Metrics
Climate Goals & Targets
Environmental Challenges
- Highly competitive market conditions
- Ability to recruit, train and retain qualified drivers
- Fuel price variations
- Foreign currency fluctuations
- Impact of environmental standards and regulations
- Changes in governmental regulations
- Adverse weather conditions
- Accidents
- Market for used equipment
- Changes in interest rates
- Cost of liability insurance coverage
- Downturns in general economic conditions
- Credit market liquidity
- Ability to identify, negotiate, consummate and successfully integrate business acquisitions
- Geopolitical risk (e.g., war in Ukraine)
- Tight labor market conditions
- Policy changes surrounding international trade
- Environmental mandates
- Changes to the tax code
Mitigation Strategies
- Disciplined approach to operations
- Vigilant monitoring for new potential risks
- Lean cost structure
- Focus on profitability, efficiency, network density, customer service, optimal pricing, driver retention, and capacity rationalization
- Synergy opportunities from acquisitions
- Opportunities to enhance performance within operations
- Strong financial foundation and cash flow for strategic investment
- Conservative balance sheet with a high portion of attractive fixed-rate spreads and limited near-term debt maturities
Supply Chain Management
Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities
Physical Risks
- Extreme weather
- Flooding
Transition Risks
- Regulatory changes
- Market shifts
Opportunities
- Development of energy-efficient products