Earlier in November, President Biden signed into law the largest spending bill in U.S. history that is aimed at transportation infrastructure, including improvements to ports, bridges, and roadways. The bill earmarks the spending of $1.2 trillion over the course of 10 years to tackle these many issues and create more than 700,000 jobs, with more…
As we enter the fourth quarter of 2021 and prepare for peak shipping season, it’s very clear that we’re experiencing an unprecedented peak season. This is on top of a year that we’ve never seen in shipping before. While it may be clear that you can expect limited capacity, higher rates, and delays, we want…
The Tokyo Olympics, postponed for a year, have commenced with an exciting first few days of surprises, upsets, and a series of new world records. Pulling off an Olympic Games is always challenging, but this year in particular has been marked by added levels with the ongoing pandemic. And as the games go on, a…
The majority of professional truck drivers get through their entire careers without ever being involved in major accidents despite truck driving being one of the riskiest jobs in the United States. Although drivers are skilled in transporting loads using specialized equipment, and are safety conscious, road design is out of a driver’s control. And when…
Pandemic-era restrictions have been lightening and we’re getting a clearer picture of short-term and long-term impact. While long shipping wait times were universally experienced by companies worldwide and are continuing, consumer demand is picking up. In the current market, that means production and distribution costs are rising right along with that increased demand. Since…
From major trucking companies to small independent shippers, operators in the freight industry are taking steps to reduce their emissions. The transportation industry as a whole accounts for 28% of emissions in the United States, with trucks making up 23% of that. But the global automotive industry has been shifting towards eco-friendly solutions for years,…
The freight industry can seem quite complex on the surface, especially to first time shippers or those who deal mainly with one type of shipment. Even experienced professionals can find themselves scratching their heads from time to time. No matter if you’re a seasoned pro or a novice, you’re bound to have questions. So, let’s…
Preparing and packing your temperature-controlled freight may feel like a daunting process. After all, these shipments need special attention for a good reason. So what best practices should you follow to make sure that you’re protecting your freight for a seamless delivery? Well we’ve got answers for you. In this guide, we’re going to break…
Just like it sounds, temperature controlled shipping is the transport of goods that are sensitive to climate conditions. These types of items require special handling and storage for the entire duration of transport so that stable temperatures are maintained at all times. When moving products that are sensitive to temperature, delivery timeframes and interruptions become…
Terminology in the freight industry can be confusing, especially when you’re trying to find the right information to suit your shipping needs. We often see the biggest confusion over full truckload freight (FTL or TL) and less than truckload freight (LTL). While the definition of each is pretty straightforward, each one comes with several qualifying…