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The Freight Forwarder’s Era: The Top Advantages of Working with a Freight Forwarder

MTS Logistics

Let’s start with some definitions of what a freight forwarder is. A freight forwarder is a person or company that coordinates and organizes the movement of shipments on behalf of a shipper by partnering with carriers who transport cargo by ships, airplanes, trucks, and railroads.

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Misconceived Ideas of Project Freight

MTS Logistics

Many of those employed in logistics understand that the industry has a certain level of complexity with day to day movement of freight. When dealing with project freight, it can be very tricky at times. While every shipment requires close attention to detail and care, project freight can be a different beast altogether.

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Why data source matters to accurately and objectively assess the over the road trucking market

FreightWaves SONAR

The digital age has presented a wealth of opportunities for the over the road trucking market. As explained by Supply & Demand Chain Executive , “Digitization, software and giving shippers and carriers efficient tech tools are critical, as technology continues to modernize this industry. But what is the solution to lagging data?

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A simple but clear perspective on the notion of Shipping Cartels

Shipping and Freight Resource

Liner shipping plays a very important role in the container shipping industry carrying 25.3 As I highlighted in my Annual Review for 2021 , global container shipping alliances operating in the container industry account for 84.60% of the container shipping market. It’s definitely not the whole story. Are they a cartel?

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UPS Expands International Express Services to New Markets

Airfreight Logistics

UPS recently announced an expansion across 40 countries of their UPS Worldwide Express and UPS Express Plus, which is part of the UPS international suite of shipping services that guarantees time- and day-definite delivery for urgent shipments. Cross-border trade continues to present growth opportunities for us and for customers of all sizes.

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It Takes Two: Shipping Two Private Jets Overseas in Record Time

Now, That's Logistics

Jumping into gear when a global aerospace manufacturer encountered challenges when trying to ship its jets via ocean freight, the logistics provider worked with Antonov Airlines to close the gap between Brazil and Miami. We’ve done some special charters before on short notice, but this request was definitely unique,” he explained.

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The Changing of Cargo Theft and Fraud in a Digital Age

Trinity Logistics

Unfortunately, the definition of “secured lot” is wide-ranging and debatable. Scenarios expand beyond just plain and simple identity theft, at least in the logistics industry. Load boards, while usually valuable tools for shippers and freight brokers to connect with available carriers, are also now breeding grounds for fraud.

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