How Trucking Work Strikes Affect Us All
How Trucking Work Strikes Affect Us All Trucking work strikes can have a significant impact on various industries. Particularly those that rely heavily on the transportation of goods. A trucking work strike occurs when truck drivers refuse to work. Hence, pickups and deliveries of freight are affected. Truck drivers strike in order to demand improved […]
Trade Show Shipping
Trade Show Shipping & Logistics Trade show shipping to convention centers present endless opportunities for business networking. It allows vendors to display their products to new potential markets. It is direct marketing on turbo! However, in order to have a successful tradeshow extra attention should be placed on logistics. Expo Show Logistics Require Careful Planning […]
Freight Brokers And Freight Forwarders
Freight brokers and freight forwarders are often thought as one and the same. However, they are two distinct entities with different roles. In this blog post, we will provide an informative guide that explains the difference between the two. In fact, by the time you finish reading this post, you will have a clear understanding […]
Get Your Tires Shipped Safely
How To Ship Tires Via Freight Do you need to have tires shipped safely and effectively? Are you a tire wholesaler or exporter thinking of shipping tires with freight shipping? If so, shipping tires requires special techniques and handling knowledge. However, understanding the basics about shipping tires via freight makes the process easier. In this […]
USA Bound Cargo From Mexico
Notable Freight Demand from Mexico to USA Shipping freight across borders is an essential part of how goods are transported. Especially, for USA bound cargo to enter from Mexico. During and after the pandemic many companies found out how fragile their logistics chain was. This led to them establishing production across different countries. Now with […]
Can Cross Docking Benefit Your Business
What Is Cross Docking And Can It Benefit Your Business Cross docking allows you to move your shipments quickly and efficiently. In fact, it is often seen as a cost-effective solution to streamline the supply chain process. It offers efficiency, fast delivery times and reduced labor costs. In addition, it also saves companies time in […]
What Is A Container Freight Station (CFS)
What Does A CFS Do? A container freight station (CFS) is a facility where cargo is consolidated. However, this is not the only role they play. Firstly, a container freight station organizes and separates loose cargo. Secondly, the CFS labels and prepares the cargo for further transport. Many times a CFS will palletize the cargo […]
EV Semi Freight Trucks May Raise Freight Cost
How EV Semi Trucks May Raise Freight Cost Innovation in the trucking industry is bound to happen sooner or later. The advent of electric vehicles (EVs) has caught up with the freight sector, and more companies are considering transitioning to the new technology. While EV semi-trucks are environmentally friendly and have long-term cost-saving benefits, they […]
Inflation And Transportation Cost
Inflation And Transportation Cost Are Expected To Rise In 2023 Similarly, as in 2022 the topic of inflation and transportation cost is once again center stage. Inflation disrupts freight markets in many ways. Mainly through higher retail prices for everyone. However, inflation also causes hidden damage by discouraging new investment. Therefore, capacity concerns for those […]
Trucking rates in 2023
Trucking rates in 2023 may make a big comeback. Read on to find out what freight experts are forecasting for freight shippers