Freight vs Cargo: What’s the Difference?
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The word cargo and freight are commonly used when speaking about shipping. The words are ...
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Various educational topics related to the logistics industry including freight, less-than-truckload, truckload, and more.
How is Freight Priced: A Comprehensive Breakdown
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Freight costs represent the expense of moving goods from the shipper to the consignee. How ...
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Freight Contract Rates vs Spot Rates
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Learn about the key differences between contract vs spot rates to optimize your freight shipping ...
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What are Freight Rate Agreements
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Freight Rate Agreements are documents clearly defining the services in transporting freight. The agreement lays ...
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How to Reduce Freight Costs
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How to reduce freight costs is a critical concern for any business involved in transporting ...
Read ArticleHow to Determine your Shipments Freight Class
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What is Freight Class? In less-than-truckload (LTL) shipping, freight class determines the rate for a ...
Read ArticleBenefits of Routing Full Truckload (FTL) Shipments
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What is Truckload Freight (FTL) shipping? Truckload freight shipping (FTL) involves transporting goods that occupy ...
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What is a Shipping Broker
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Shipping Broker A Shipping Broker acts as a logistics specialist who arranges cargo transportation on ...
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Benefits of a LTL Freight Broker
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The right LTL Freight Broker will give shippers flexibility and provide additional services to optimize ...
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Effective Less-than-Truckload Solutions
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With advancing technology, shippers now have more effective solutions for Less than Truckload (LTL) shipments. ...
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