We all know that capacity has been an issue since the ELD Mandate went into effect last December, but we’ve just hit another deadline in the rollout that could mean the trend will continue unless the market adapts. Before April 1, non-compliant drivers could be issued...
“Trade War” makes a good headline. It’s both eye-catching and stress-inducing, especially for US importers. We’re taking a moment to go beyond the headlines and dig into the facts, letting our international experts offer advice on what to expect and how to prepare for...
At times, shippers face many challenges in the world of LTL shipping. They must know how to maximize efficiencies and utilize the most cost-effective methods for shipping. The following are 5 common LTL shipping mistakes and how using a 3PL can help alleviate your...
For the first time this year volumes and prices are declining. DAT industry analyst Mark Montague indicated one reason for lower prices on van freight could be a result of rail competition – shippers transitioning to intermodal. He noted that for the first week of...
We all know shipments come in various shapes, sizes and of course weights. To establish fair measures and standardize pricing, the National Motor Freight Traffic Association (NMFTA) created a freight classification system used for all types of commodities. In this...
On Friday, Feb. 9, the Wall Street Journal published a report detailing a new service from e-commerce giant, Amazon called “Shipping with Amazon,” an Amazon owned and operated logistics network that could eventually challenge the established carrier duopoly. While...
