Jennifer Lockett

“Data center construction is creating new work for carriers, particularly those moving the massive transformers and generators needed to power these facilities, and large quantities of concrete and other construction materials,”

Jennifer Lockett · said date not stated · reported 2026-09-05

Data center construction is generating new trucking work, especially for carriers moving transformers, generators, and construction materials.

“Still, the bigger story is how much new freight activity these projects can generate for trucking businesses,”

Jennifer Lockett · said date not stated · reported 2026-09-05

Lockett says the larger story is the amount of new freight activity data center projects generate for trucking businesses.

“But they can also require additional trucks, drivers, and equipment to handle the increased volume. That can put pressure on cash flow, particularly when carriers take on larger customers or cover upfront costs for fuel, labor, and maintenance before getting paid,”

Jennifer Lockett · said date not stated · reported 2026-09-05

Smaller carriers taking on data center freight may face cash flow pressure from upfront costs for trucks, drivers, and equipment.