In the wake of COVID-19, life, and business as we know them have changed. This has affected nearly every aspect of commerce, and that includes making major waves through the shipping and logistics industries.
In particular, Refrigerated LTL shipping (Less Than Truckload) has been impacted in a number of ways owing to the unique demands created by this global crisis. Here is what you need to know.
There have been several high-profile, sudden trucking company closures in 2019. New England Motor Freight, a large regional less-than-truckload carrier, filed for bankruptcy in February. In April, Ohio-based Falcon Transport suddenly shuttered operations and left drivers, equipment, and freight stranded. Last month, Minnesota-based regional LTL carrier LME Inc. closed all…
We all know why it is important to keep cold food in the refrigerator at home. Lowering the temperature vastly extends the shelf life. In addition, it keeps microbes from growing and helps keep our food tasting fresh longer. From the grocery store cooler to your refrigerator, many fresh and frozen…
Experts recommend that drivers make a scheduled stop at least once every twenty minutes, especially when they’re undertaking a particularly long journey. Of course, you can’t just stop next to the side of the road and that’s why rest stops were invented. If you’re a truck driver looking for a…
How much would you stand to lose if your cargo was damaged or lost in transit? If freight damage or loss could be costly for your business, you should invest in insurance. Cargo insurance allows you to file a claim to your insurance provider for damages that occur in transit…
Statista estimates that shopping around the holiday season can account for as much as 19.2% of total holiday sales. This offers plenty of opportunity for logistics companies who are looking to increase their business around the holidays – but it could mean that you have to think about things a…
The first prototype delivery by an Amazon drone was made in December 2016 – and it took just 15 minutes to deliver the package to its destination. While the service called Amazon Prime Air is still in the testing phase, it signals a whole new phase for the logistics industry,…
