Every year, chemical and food-grade shippers face the same challenge: how to secure reliable bulk transportation capacity in a market where demand, driver availability, insurance costs, and regional capacity pockets shift constantly. For many shippers,
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In our previous article, we explored why the traditional once-a-year RFQ model is losing effectiveness in today’s volatile bulk transportation market. We discussed how annual bids often become outdated within months, how carriers may struggle to honor
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Every January, many chemical and food-grade shippers kick off the year by issuing transportation RFQs (requests for quotation). The goal: lock in reliable carriers at competitive rates for the next 12 months.
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Look around you.
The paint on the wall, the condiments in the fridge, the adhesive under the carpet…just about everything you can see began inside a liquid bulk tank trailer. It’s why transporting liquid freight is so critical to today’s supply chains.
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In today’s volatile freight environment, where capacity constraints and market uncertainties have become the norm, establishing yourself as a “shipper of choice” is more crucial than ever.
This designation isn’t just a badge of honor — it can be a
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In today’s volatile bulk freight market, where capacity constraints and service disruptions can strike at any time, it’s more important than ever to be a "shipper of choice." But what exactly does that mean — and how can your organization achieve this
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As the movement of freight involves big equipment, big loads and sometimes big price tags, an accident or other type of mishap during transport can result in big problems. You want to make sure that your carrier is adequately protected by insurance so
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In the fast-evolving landscape of chemical logistics, artificial intelligence (AI) promises remarkable advances, particularly in data management, forecasting, and route optimization. However, despite AI's growing capabilities, the human element remains
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Pneumatic trucking is a specialized method of transporting dry bulk materials such sand, flour, and plastic pellets. This process involves using enclosed tank trailers with a built-in system for loading and unloading materials through air pressure. It is
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Shipping bulk freight, whether dry bulk or liquid bulk, comes with significant logistical challenges. Managing the right equipment, ensuring carrier reliability, complying with stringent regulations, and optimizing costs all require deep industry
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