Peninsula Truck Lines Imposes $3 Surcharge on Shipments in Oregon and Washington

Peninsula Truck Lines, a Pacific Northwest-based LTL carrier, announced a $3 per shipment surcharge effective April 6, citing regulatory burdens in Oregon and Washington. The surcharge reflects increased costs due to complex state regulations, including fuel programs, payroll mandates, and transportation funding measures. Tim Vander Pol, the company’s president, stated that these regulations have reached a "tipping point," forcing the carrier to adjust its pricing structure. Peninsula, ranked fourth in the Mastio survey of top LTL carriers, said it had considered the surcharge for several years before implementation. The company noted no other carriers in the region have adopted similar regulatory-driven fees, though California previously implemented a similar charge nearly 15 years ago. The move comes as Peninsula seeks to maintain service quality amid rising operational costs.