Climate Change Data

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