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[WHITE PAPER] SONAR highlight reel: China’s energy crisis is a significant freight demand risk

FreightWaves SONAR

This “SONAR highlight reel,” which we publish every other week, is intended to concisely hit data highlights and trends in truckload, intermodal and maritime. Spot rates continue to rise as freight flows to the spot market – particularly on the West Coast. FILL OUT THE FORM BELOW TO DOWNLOAD THE FREE WHITE PAPER.

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[WHITE PAPER] The 2021 freight market outlook forecast

FreightWaves SONAR

A number of fundamental changes to consumer activity, industrial production, housing starts, and federal stimulus are just a few of the major buckets that have driven one of the most significant nationwide levels of freight volatility. Fill out the Form Below to Access a COPY of the White Paper. Request a SONAR Demo.

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[WHITE PAPER] Housing affordability issues put brakes on flatbed demand

FreightWaves SONAR

Meanwhile, the lack of available lots, expensive building materials and labor availability issues have slowed recent construction trends. The carriers did this through improved load selection that enabled them to run fewer miles out of route, improved rates, improved driver productivity and by carrying more long-haul loads. .

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[WHITE PAPER] Data in the fast lane – managing automotive logistics amid component shortages

FreightWaves SONAR

(Pages 2-4) For example, SONAR data show that the freight market for inbound Detroit loads is highly volatile based on auto production trends – inbound Detroit loads should be less expensive when OEMs are sourcing a lot of components as assembly volumes ramp up. FILL OUT THE FORM BELOW TO ACCESS A COPY OF THE WHITE PAPER.

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5 shipping trends for 2021 for carriers to know

FreightWaves SONAR

With the havoc 2020 caused, can shipping trends get any worse? Preparation becomes the name of the game in shipping trends, and being ahead becomes the new normal. If a business wants to “thrive” in 2021 abnormalities, it’s essential to consider the top trends to expect through the year. Download the White Paper.

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Manufacturing Supply Chain Constraints and How to Overcome Them

FreightWaves SONAR

Seeing that trend indicates increased manufacturing or distribution activity, typical for the flurry of activity that accompanies spring. Limited insight into inventory demands resulting in problems procuring raw materials The manufacturing supply chain depends on the availability of raw materials to create and distribute goods and products.

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Enterprise Freight Management: 7 Last-Minute Thoughts to Boost Efficiency

FreightWaves SONAR

Empty miles mean that a freight spends time on the road while not transporting any product. Download the White Paper. Recognize market volatility trends and their impact on replenishment lead time Another beneficial action to boost efficiency with freight management comes from the recognition of market volatility trends.