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What Does Free on Board (FOB) Mean in Freight Shipping?

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The transportation marketplace is full of terminology, documentation and regulations. People who haven’t worked in or around the transportation industry for an extended period can sometimes feel intimidated at all there is to “know.” In fact, even the most seasoned transportation professionals stumble across something new every now and then. 

How Many Shipments Can a Freight Broker Handle Out of One Location in a Day?

Posted by Brady Winkels on Mar 27, 2023 10:00:00 AM

Each of your shipments is important to the success of your business. That’s just a fact. Over the years, your company has developed systems for finding, vetting, selecting and tendering freight to..

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The Pros and Cons of Shipping Freight Using a Small Trucking Company

Posted by Derik Gertken on Mar 20, 2023 10:00:00 AM

Your freight making it to its destination on time hinges on decisions you made well before it ever loaded. Prime among these decisions is which transportation provider(s) you trust to handle your freight..

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[Podcast] April 2023 Trucking Industry Market Forecast: What You Should Know

Posted by Josh Rivers on Mar 16, 2023 10:00:00 AM

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What Does Free on Board (FOB) Mean in Freight Shipping?

Posted by Mike Zarns on Mar 15, 2023 10:00:00 AM

The transportation marketplace is full of terminology, documentation and regulations. People who haven’t worked in or around the transportation industry for an extended period can sometimes feel intimidated at..

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[Video] Divisible vs. Non-Divisible Loads: What's the Difference?

Posted by ATS on Mar 14, 2023 10:00:00 AM

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[Video] What is an International Liner Service?

Posted by ATS on Mar 8, 2023 2:49:38 PM

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Container Demurrage vs. Container Detention: What’s the Difference?

Posted by Jay Thomassen on Mar 8, 2023 10:00:00 AM

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5 Things to Understand When Making Pickup Arrangements For Your Port Freight

Posted by Josh Gewecke on Mar 6, 2023 10:00:00 AM

International shipping can feel really complicated sometimes, especially if you’re new to this process. Formulating a transportation concept for an international shipment — whether it’s cross-border or around..

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Why Do Contract Freight Rates Change? (2 Reasons Your Rate May Need Adjustment)

Posted by Derik Gertken on Mar 1, 2023 10:00:00 AM

You have a lot on your mind every time a shipment needs to pick up. Mainly, you’re concerned with getting products where they need to go on time and damage free. Maintaining your transportation budget — and..

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What is a Liner Service in International Shipping?

Posted by Andrew Pearson on Feb 27, 2023 10:00:00 AM

We live in a big world, a world with seven continents comprising 195 countries that house more than eight billion people. 

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