FTR Associates Slashes Railcar Forecast
Nashville, IN (October 31, 2008) FTR Associates has sharply reduced its expectations for railcar orders in 2009, in response to the fast-deteriorating condition of the general economy.
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FTR Lowers 2009 Forecast
Nashville, IN (October 24, 2008) The October 24th issue of FTR Associates’ North American Commercial Truck and Trailer Outlook report reflects a significant reduction in 2009 vehicle equipment forecasts.
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FTR Conference Call Replay Available
(October 17, 2008) Listen to the Replay of FTR's Conference Call "Credit Crunch and Transportation: Update and Potential Effects of the Bailout Bill"
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Eric Starks
President
Eric Starks is the President of FTR Associates, an industry leader in freight transportation forecasting for over 20 years. Eric has spent his entire career in the freight transportation sector and is a leading researcher in freight modal share analysis and forecasting. His background includes research in both rail and truck freight movements and asset equipment purchases. He currently is one of the premier industry forecasters on transportation equipment demand for rail cars, commercial trucks and trailers.
Eric is a frequent speaker at wall street analyst meetings, association events, and private meetings. He has a unique ability in communicating to his audiences how the economy, logistics, freight, and equipment demand impacts their respective business.
Eric holds a BS in Finance from Indiana University and is married and resides in Bloomington, Indiana, with his wife Shannon and four small children (all boys) who keep them busy.
estarks@ftrassociates.net
888-988-1699 ext. 41
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