The congestion in California continues to challenge the major US ports in Los Angeles and Long Beach, as demand surges and retailers pile up stock ahead of the holiday season. The backup impacts the nation’s supply chain because one-third of all imported cargo shipped on ocean carriers is processed at…
Truckload volume surged and spot and contract freight rates hit new highs in August as logistics managers stared down their most challenging peak shipping season yet. Shippers and logistics managers who would normally be gearing up for peak shipping season have encountered one test after another in terms of their…
Freight brokers are an essential part of the transportation industry, connecting shippers with carriers and ensuring the timely and efficient delivery of goods. As the world becomes increasingly reliant on e-commerce and online shopping, the demand for freight brokers is expected to continue to grow. The transportation industry is constantly…
The vast network of ports, container vessels and trucking companies that move goods around the world is badly tangled, and the cost of shipping is skyrocketing. With the holiday season on the horizon retailers will face shortages and consumers should expect higher prices. The COVID-19 pandemic has prompted a long-lasting…
Starting a freight brokerage with no experience? Learn the steps, skills, and resources you need to succeed in this industry.
Christmas comes early for most freight brokers, as we’ve pored over freight market data, we’ve learned that sure, 2017 was unusual
Containerized shipping has become a problem of the chaotic supply chain facing U.S importers and Chinese exporters. Hopes are quickly fading that trans-pacific supply chains will normalize this year or even in 2022. Congestion contributes to the global shortage of shipping containers and the exponential cost of sea freight. The…
Explore the biggest challenges of being a freight broker and tips for overcoming them to succeed in the industry.
If you want more money, flexibility, back-office support and freedom to thrive, and are ambitious with a hard-working approach, becoming an independent freight agent could be the best move you ever make. Whether you’re a longtime veteran of the freight industry or a potential newcomer there are several reasons you…
Walmart announced Tuesday plans to scale a program it calls GoLocal to make final-mile deliveries for businesses of all sizes.Walmart had previously restricted its last-mile service to the delivery of its own products. The program, called Walmart GoLocal, opens new revenue streams for the company by expanding its access to…
The trucking industry has entered a historically strong business environment, but trucking companies continue to face some persistent headwinds: Recruit enough professional truck drivers and infrastructure. With the shortage increasing driver pay, it can have a significant impact on supplier costs and therefore consumer pricing. It can also increase shipping…
Innovative start-ups are capitalizing on the high number of transactions and large amounts of data being handled and generated by logistics players to develop an expanding range of technology-driven solutions Digital freight startups use technology to streamline the process of connecting truckers with shippers looking to move cargo. Such ventures…
In the fast-paced world of logistics and transportation, freight brokers play a crucial role in connecting shippers with carriers and ensuring the smooth movement of goods from point A to point B. If you are considering a career in the logistics industry or looking to enhance your existing skills as…
Amazon has spent years building one of the world’s most efficient and optimised supply chains. It means that on top of its approximately 40 per cent market share of US ecommerce, Amazon stands to gain an even greater understanding of the shopping habits of global consumers. The e-commerce giant is…
Over the last year, DAT saw a very tight positive correlation between loaded import container volumes and load board load posts on the dry van spot market at all of the major U.S. ports. It has been well documented that the huge hike in imported goods is being driven by…
Freight brokerage businesses assist the shipping industry by establishing connections between shippers and freight companies.
Market Reports recently broadcasted a new study in its database that highlights the in-depth market analysis with future prospects of Freight Broker market. Some of the key players mentioned in this research are C.H. Robinson, Expeditors, Landstar System, TQL, Coyote Logistics, XPO Logistics, Yusen Logistics, Echo Global Logistics, JB Hunt…
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Serving as Amazon’s freight transportation management system, Amazon Relay allows owner-operators and carriers to work directly with Amazon. Relay connects small freight carriers straight to available loads to help them quickly grow their businesses. Relay equips trucking companies, fleet owners, and their drivers with everything needed to book and haul…
The past few years have been turbulent ones for the logistics industry. In 2020, freight logistics and supply chain resilience was tested again and again.The pandemic interrupted many global supply chains, which were forced into stops and starts over the past year. Shippers and carriers had to continuously change plans…
Planning to start or build a box truck business? Trucking is a business that generates a lot of revenue. The ways you can make money with your box truck range from high-risk, high-reward investments such as starting a full-on business with it, to careers that involve way less risk including…
Freight is a dynamic and rewarding industry. One way to get your start in the shipping industry is to become a truck dispatcher. Dispatchers play a key role in getting trucks out to collect and deliver loads for businesses shipping goods. You need to consider everything from how to navigate…
Early in the game, brokers can manage their handful of loads manually. But as their network grows, they’ll need to reinvest the initial profit into technologies to scale their business. The specialized software will systematize the shipment process, improve the overall brokerage service offering, and ultimately organize operations a whole…
Freight broker training can teach you the ins and outs of brokering before you take the step of receiving your own authority. Find instructions here.
