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What Is the Right of First Refusal in Transportation?

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As a freight shipper, you’re always running into transportation-industry-specific terms, jargon, and abbreviations. Even if you’ve been in the industry for decades, the constant barrage of lingo can be confusing at best — and downright frustrating at worst. 

Port of Baltimore Reopening: What to Expect

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The Port of Baltimore channel has fully reopened to all vessel traffic as of June 10, 2024, following 11 weeks of painstaking progress clearing debris from the collapse of the Francis Scott Key Bridge.

How Can I Track My Freight? Load Tracking 101 for Shippers

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It’s true: I’m a package-tracking enthusiast. I get a thrill when my email inbox pings with that all-important tracking information. I delight in watching my parcels move through the country, and I eagerly anticipate their arrival at my doorstep. 

Should You Use Multiple Freight Carriers in One Region?

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Everyone likes convenience. Americans like it so much we named a whole genre of stores after it!

2024 Transportation Industry Mid-Year Market Update

Posted by Paul Pfeiffer on Jul 8, 2024 9:00:00 AM

It's hard to believe that we're halfway to the finish line of 2024, isn't it? 

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Detention Fees: Who Pays?

Posted by Derek Ertl on Jul 3, 2024 9:00:00 AM

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What Is the Right of First Refusal in Transportation?

Posted by Crystal Lahr on Jun 24, 2024 9:00:00 AM

As a freight shipper, you’re always running into transportation-industry-specific terms, jargon, and abbreviations. Even if you’ve been in the industry for decades, the constant barrage of lingo can be..

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The Trucking Industry in July 2025: What You Should Know

Port of Baltimore Reopening: What to Expect

Posted by Carl Verdon on Jun 13, 2024 3:46:40 PM

The Port of Baltimore channel has fully reopened to all vessel traffic as of June 10, 2024, following 11 weeks of painstaking progress clearing debris from the collapse of the Francis Scott Key Bridge.

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Dedicated Lanes for Carriers: Pros, Cons, and How a Broker Can Help

Posted by Sean Glenz on May 24, 2024 10:00:00 AM

In the ever-changing world of freight shipping, carriers constantly face the challenge of balancing stability with flexibility.

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What Is an Asset Carrier with Brokerage Authority (and How It Works)

Posted by Derik Gertken on Mar 13, 2024 10:00:00 AM

With so many options to choose from, it’s understandable to wonder which type of transportation provider is best for your company’s supply chain. Choosing poorly can create delays, communication issues, and..

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How Can I Track My Freight? Load Tracking 101 for Shippers

Posted by Tyler Turn on Mar 11, 2024 10:00:00 AM

It’s true: I’m a package-tracking enthusiast. I get a thrill when my email inbox pings with that all-important tracking information. I delight in watching my parcels move through the country, and I eagerly..

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Should You Use Multiple Freight Carriers in One Region?

How AI Is Transforming Digital Freight Brokerage & Benefitting Shippers

Posted by Crystal Lahr on Oct 4, 2023 9:31:00 AM

Suddenly, artificial intelligence (AI) is seemingly everywhere — including the transportation industry. AI is rapidly reshaping the logistics landscape, and its influence is felt especially keenly in digital..

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