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The Benefits of LTL Shipping
Many shippers that move their goods domestically choose LTL over FTL shipping due to the many benefits. One of the most significant advantages is the lower transportation cost that can arise.
An Unreal Truck Driver Shortage
Although there have been reports of a decrease in drivers over the past years, many believe there is an exaggeration in the shortage. Since 2019, the number of trucking carriers in the U.S. reportedly grew to 45%.
Freight Brokers and Dispatchers
The most significant difference is the client that they work for. While they both are middlemen, dispatchers work for carriers while freight brokers work for the shopper.
First-Mile Shipping Logistics
The transportation process can be broken down into stages: first-mile, middle-mile, and last-mile. This article will introduce the logistics of the first mile and explain what may go wrong during this stage.
Blockchain’s Influence on Trucking
The most significant impact blockchain will have on trucking is the streamlining of diverse supply chains. This will be achieved in many ways, allowing greater transparency for the parties involved in the shipping process.
The Importance of Tanker Trucking
With a market reaching nearly 48.9 billion USD, the importance of tanker trucking has been shown in U.S. domestic shipping. Despite this, shippers only know little about this type of transport.