2023 is certainly in a freight recession regardless of the overall economy which has been on the brink of recession for years now. Also called a freight downturn, there is a decline in the shipment of goods and consequently reduced demand for freight transportation...
Have you ever wondered what a trucking brokerage or freight brokerage is and what they actually do? A trucking brokerage also known as a freight brokerage. They act as an intermediary between a shipper, or the person who needs goods to be delivered, and truck drivers,...
A basic understanding of a freight broker vs carrier (trucking company) can quickly put the logistics game into perspective. Freight brokers provide services such as finding carriers to transport freight, negotiating rates, and procurement services, while freight...
There are many benefits of working with a freight logistics company if you’re shipping freight, especially if shipping regularly. From figuring out the best route to transport your goods to making sure they arrive on time and in good condition. From reducing...
You’re probably familiar with the freight shipping process, but what you don’t know is that you’re doing it in the wrong order. To figure out how we are able to ship freight so cheaply for our clients, you need to find the most practical service for...
The global shipping container shortage of 2020 and 2021 is having huge effects on shipping and container prices. It’s causing delays in deliveries and increased costs for exporters. You may be asking why the shipping container shortage is so profound and how we ended...
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