20 fascinating freight shipping statistics.
mayo 7, 2015
Freight shipping's role in commerce has developed alongside business growth, and that business growth is driven by buyers who expect their goods to be delivered in a timely manner. To be frank, freight shipping keeps the United States' wheels turning. We've put together a list of 20 fascinating freight shipping statistics that clearly illustrate freight shipping's role in the economy.
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Freight shipping: What option best fits your needs?
marzo 24, 2015
Your freight could move by a variety of means. Prior to choosing which is best suited for your freight shipping, there are a number of important factors to consider, and they will help you determine which option is right for you.
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Godiva freight shipping: Chocolate covered USA.
febrero 7, 2013
Valentine’s Day is all about love, but have you ever thought about the logistics involved, especially when it comes to shipping chocolate? Americans will purchase over 58 million pounds of chocolate in the days leading up to February 14th. That’s a lot of chocolate and for suppliers, it takes heart-felt effort to get that chocolate to you and your special someone.
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Peak season shipping tips.
agosto 22, 2012
Historically, the freight shipping industry starts hitting peak season in September, kicks into high gear in October and winds down during the first week of November. Most of peak season is caused by manufacturers wanting their products in stores to supplement holiday inventory, however other industries simply have high freight needs during the fall.
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Shipping by rail: What you should know.
noviembre 1, 2009
Railroads reportedly move about 40 percent of American freight and are therefore critical to the United States economy. In addition to connecting businesses across the country, freight rail also contributes billions of dollars each year to the economy via their own purchases, jobs and taxes.
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Drayage services in intermodal freight shipping.
Freightquote assists many customers in arranging domestic and international intermodal shipping. This simply means that the freight is shipping via several different modes of transportation. Domestic intermodal shipping generally consists of rail and truck freight carriage. In international shipments, intermodal freight can be carried by any combination of truck, rail, air and ocean-going carriers.
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5 tips for managing truckload shipping rates in 2019.
It can be challenging to build a strategy that gives you more control over your freight when dealing with fluctuating shipping rates. Here are 5 tips to help you manage rates in 2019.
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Freight insurance & liability: Staying covered as you enter the new year.
Learning how to address damaged or lost freight starts with knowing how to protect your shipment. Make sure your shipments are taken care of before they hit the road.
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How to avoid unexpected freight accessorials in shipping
Unexpected accessorial charges can be avoided, but how do you avoid them? Learn more about what unexpected freight accessorials there are and how to address them.
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How to secure LTL capacity with e-commerce growth in mind.
The LTL market continues to feel the impact of e-commerce shopping. How do you adapt your shipment plan during the holidays with e-commerce growth on the rise?
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