We’re not even through with the first month of the 2023/2024 winter and we’ve already seen snow and rain wreak havoc on the supply chain across the US. It’s not a question of ‘if’ but ‘when’ these storms will lead to rail service disruptions. In this
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As we wrap up another dynamic year in the world of bulk freight logistics, it's time to reflect on the articles that captivated our readers the most. Here are the three most-read articles from our Bulk Logistics Blog in 2023.
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We’re reaching the end of Q4 2023 and heading into an exciting new 2024. It hasn’t been a terribly exciting time in the world of bulk trucking for much of 2023 – but that’s not necessarily a bad thing. Given all the unwanted excitement in recent years, a
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All types of freight transportation are best left to true professionals, but that’s especially true with hazardous freight, where driver and public safety can be at risk along with your wallet. And while you may be content to work directly with carriers
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When choosing a bulk freight carrier, the tanks and equipment used in bulk liquid transportation are critically important – far more so than selecting a carrier for dry van freight, where most any trailer will do. With bulk liquid transportation, the
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In a recent article, FreightWaves CEO Craig Fuller, gives a powerful summary of the current popularity of freight brokers in the US supply chain, along with a concise history of how freight brokers have arrived at this point. It’s a fascinating article
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From working with a carrier directly to using online load boards, there are more options than ever to help shippers put their bulk freight in motion. Yet, the advantages of using one of the most tried and true of these options, the freight 3PL, may be
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Heading into the home stretch of 2023, conditions in the bulk trucking industry remain lukewarm: not bad, not great for both shippers and carriers. Capacity is fairly stable, but costs aren’t budging all that much. In this article, we’ll break down what
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Do you have relationships with shippers? Are you looking to be your own boss? Read on, as this article could describe the career move that’s perfect for you. We’re talking about 3PL bulk freight agents: what they are, why they’re vital to the bulk
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Shipping bulk food-grade products is one of the most complicated types of loads within the bulk transportation industry. To be handled properly, these loads require nothing less than a full-on fact-finding mission from your bulk transport provider. In
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