What is Power Only Trucking?
When people see a loaded truck on the highway, most of them don’t realize the two halves of the truck—the load-carrying trailer and the tractor pulling it—could be owned by different companies. This…
What is Freight Management?
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The supply chain has moved from a back office function to a boardroom-level consideration in most organizations. Optimizing the transportation of goods is a complicated, yet essential problem to solve because it directly…
All About Multimodal Transport and Shipping
There are four main shipping modes employed: air, ground, sea, and rail. Each poses unique benefits and limitations that make it suitable for different transportation and shipping applications. Some freight shipments—such as long-distance…
Tips on How to Clear Customs Quickly and Efficiently
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1. Concentrate on that which can be checked. Not every step of the process will be controllable. Focus on those things you can control. 2. Have someone available 24/7 to answer questions and…
International Shipments – Total Process
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Several parties are involved in international shipment. But the main decision requiring active involvement of all parties is shipments. There are two major terms of shipment widely used round the globe. These are…
Hazardous Material Shipping
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The shipment of hazardous materials is a serious concern for the health and safety of living beings and the environment. These hazardous materials can be in the form of a solid, liquid, or…
Ocean Freight Shipping
Ocean freight shipping plays a major role in the shipment of goods between countries and continents. It offers a cost-effective transportation solution. One should choose ocean freight shipping when the transportation time is…
Railway Shipping Info
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Railway shipping is a multi-million dollar industry in the U.S. and is highly acclaimed due to its on-time deliveries. Railway shipping uses rail carriages that load tons of goods and transport these goods…
LTL Shipments for Beginners
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The term LTL stands for “less than a truck load. As the name implies, LTL shipments address a serious industry need. With growing cross-border business and increased dependency on transportation among business-to-business enterprises…
How to Maintain Efficient Handling for the Shipping Process
For efficient handling of shipped items, carriers use special equipment to avoid breakage and to handle items that are too heavy to move manually. Special material handling equipment is used in most cases…