It’s that time of year. Less-Than-Truckload (LTL) shipping general rate increases (GRI) season. As the shipping industry continues to evolve, carriers rely on GRIs to adjust their base rates, which can vary by lane and weight tiers. These rate increases serve a crucial purpose – addressing the ever-increasing cost inflation that impacts the entire network. …
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As the winter season approaches, it’s crucial to prioritize the protection of your valuable freight. Fortunately, many carriers understand the importance of preserving temperature-sensitive products, offering a valuable solution known as Protect from Freeze services. These services, commonly utilized in Less Than Truckload (LTL) shipping, ensure your goods remain safeguarded from extremely low temperatures during …
National Motor Freight Classification (NMFC) is an essential element of the shipping industry that plays a significant role in determining the appropriate classification of goods for transportation. On December 2, 2023, there will be changes to several freight classes including the following BARRELS GROUP BOILERS, FURNACES, STOVES AND RELATED ARTICLES GROUP BURIAL CASE GROUP DENTAL, …
LTL shipping is very different than shipping full truckload. Choosing a less-than-truckload shipping provider that can deliver your goods on time and without damage is essential for success. In this blog post, we’ll take a deep dive into the top factors you should consider when shipping LTL, also leveraging data from Mastio’s recent survey for …
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One of the most important aspects of global trade is international freight shipping. This process allows companies to send their products across oceans and continents so that they can be sold in new markets. Without international freight shipping, global commerce as we know it today would not be possible. In this article, we’ll give you …