NAICS Code 488 - Support Activities for Transportation

NAICS 488 - Support Activities for Transportation

NAICS 48 - Transportation and Warehousing
NAICS 11 - Sector 11--Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing and Hunting NAICS 21 - Sector 21--Mining NAICS 22 - Sector 22--Utilities NAICS 23 - Sector 23--Construction NAICS 31 - Sector 31-33--Manufacturing NAICS 42 - Sector 42--Wholesale Trade NAICS 44 - Sector 44-45--Retail Trade NAICS 48 - Sector 48-49--Transportation and Warehousing NAICS 51 - Sector 51--Information NAICS 52 - Sector 52--Finance and Insurance NAICS 53 - Sector 53--Real Estate and Rental and Leasing NAICS 54 - Sector 54--Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services NAICS 55 - Sector 55--Management of Companies and Enterprises NAICS 56 - Sector 56--Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services NAICS 61 - Sector 61--Educational Services NAICS 62 - Sector 62--Health Care and Social Assistance NAICS 71 - Sector 71--Arts, Entertainment, and Recreation NAICS 72 - Sector 72--Accommodation and Food Services NAICS 81 - Sector 81--Other Services (except Public Administration) NAICS 92 - Sector 92--Public Administration
- NAICS 488 - Support Activities for Transportation
  NAICS 481 - Air Transportation NAICS 482 - Rail Transportation NAICS 483 - Water Transportation NAICS 484 - Truck Transportation NAICS 485 - Transit and Ground Passenger Transportation NAICS 486 - Pipeline Transportation NAICS 487 - Scenic and Sightseeing Transportation NAICS 488 - Support Activities for Transportation NAICS 491 - Postal Service NAICS 492 - Couriers and Messengers NAICS 493 - Warehousing and Storage

Industries in the Support Activities for Transportation subsector provide services which support transportation. These services may be provided to transportation carrier establishments or to the general public. This subsector includes a wide array of establishments, including air traffic control services, marine cargo handling, and motor vehicle towing.

The Support Activities for Transportation subsector includes services to transportation but is separated by type of mode serviced. The Support Activities for Rail Transportation industry includes services to the rail industry (e.g., railroad switching and terminal establishments).

Ship repair and maintenance not done in a shipyard are included in Other Support Activities for Water Transportation. An example would be floating drydock services in a harbor.

Excluded from this subsector are establishments primarily engaged in providing factory conversion and overhaul of transportation equipment, which are classified in Subsector 336, Transportation Equipment Manufacturing. Also, establishments primarily engaged in providing rental and leasing of transportation equipment without operator are classified in Subsector 532, Rental and Leasing Services.

Industry trends:

One of the latest qualitative trends in the NAICS 488 industry, which encompasses Support Activities for Transportation, is the increasing emphasis on digitalization and automation. Many companies are investing in advanced technologies such as blockchain for enhanced supply chain transparency, Internet of Things (IoT) for real-time tracking and monitoring of goods, and artificial intelligence (AI) for predictive analytics to optimize operations.

Sustainability is another significant trend, with firms focusing on reducing their carbon footprints through more efficient logistics operations and the adoption of alternative fuels. This trend is partly driven by regulatory pressures and the growing demand from consumers and businesses for environmentally responsible practices.

Moreover, the impact of e-commerce growth on the industry is prominent, leading to a higher demand for warehousing solutions and last-mile delivery services. Companies are also exploring strategic partnerships and collaborations to gain a competitive edge and better handle the complexities of global supply chains.

Looking ahead, forecasts suggest that these trends will continue to shape the sector over the next few years. The integration of digital tools and sustainability practices are expected to become industry standards, while the rise of e-commerce will further accelerate the need for innovative and flexible support activities in transportation.