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2025 State of the Workforce in the Crane, Rigging and Specialized Transport Industry

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2025 State of the Workforce in the Crane, Rigging & Specialized Transportation Industry

This comprehensive research report presents a high-level, data-driven view of today’s workforce across the crane, rigging, and specialized transportation industry. Featuring approximately 45 charts and graphs, the study examines what matters most to companies, where knowledge gaps exist, and how industry leaders can better leverage workforce data for strategic decision-making.

The report analyzes key workforce indicators including wages and education levels across all roles, executive-level revenue production, employee roles and tenure, and patterns in turnover and retention. It also explores recruitment trends, succession planning risks, and emerging challenges related to an aging workforce and limited young talent pipeline.

Published by the Specialized Carriers & Rigging Foundation (SC&RF), this report is a valuable resource for company leaders, HR professionals, and workforce planners seeking actionable insights grounded in industry-specific data.

Free for SC&RA members.
A digital PDF will be delivered to the email address associated with the purchaser’s record, typically within 24 hours.

Non-Members: $500

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