by A1 Freight Solutions | Mar 15, 2023 | Freight Forwarding
Hazardous cargo is any goods that threaten health, safety, or the environment when shipped. Often referred to as hazmat, specific rules and regulations should be followed when transporting this type of freight. Alcohol, car batteries, ammunition, and paint are all...
by A1 Freight Solutions | Dec 27, 2022 | Freight Brokers, Trucking and Supply Chain
On March 7, 2022, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced a plan for new emission standards for trucks. The proposed standards for heavy-duty trucks will be stricter than the previous ones, which haven’t changed in 20 years. The EPA will implement...
by A1 Freight Solutions | Dec 1, 2022 | Truck drivers, Trucking and Supply Chain
Last week, South Korea’s truckers went on a union strike after months of negotiations. This is the second strike in 6 months, with the first in June 2022. The June work stoppage resulted in a $1.2 billion loss in monetary value and delayed shipments throughout South...
by A1 Freight Solutions | Nov 23, 2022 | Freight Brokers, Trucking and Supply Chain
LTL, or less-than-truckload shipping, is the transportation of cargo that does not need an entire truck. Unlike FTL or full-truckload shipment, LTLs are much smaller yet too big to be shipped by postal service. In 2022, the LTL industry has grown to a market size of...
by A1 Freight Solutions | Apr 22, 2022 | Freight Forwarding
In modern shipping, three terms pop up regularly, freight broker, freight forwarder, and customs broker. While they may seem similar, distinct differences are associated with each term. Understanding the differences and benefits of each can be helpful when planning on...
