GoShip Blog

FEBRUARY 13, 2025

The freight shipping industry is evolving rapidly, driven by technological advancements and shifting trade dynamics. As we approach 2025 and beyond, several key trends are shaping the future of freight shipping. Companies like GoShip are leveraging AI technology to improve freight matching and reduce inefficiencies.

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The Logistics of Logistics

SEPTEMBER 15, 2023

With over 15 years of expertise, Jonathon leverages customer insights, market trends, and employee engagement to drive success. With a Bachelor’s in Economics, he analyzes economic trends effectively. Use data to know who their best customers are and what they want – exceptional companies don’t guess. The Greenscreens.ai

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FreightWaves SONAR

AUGUST 18, 2021

Short-haul volume growth shines a light on current trucking trends. Understanding freight trends from the beginning of the supply chain all the way through to delivery is important for all parties involved. The current trends in maritime shipping data suggest increased shipment delays and further inflationary pressures on rates.

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Blue Grace Logistics

DECEMBER 12, 2024

Key Takeaways: Understand the Complexity of Cross-Border Shipping: Discover the complexities of cross-border freight, which spans multiple stages and demands expertise in each country’s processes to ensure seamless operations. Navigate the Growth in Nearshoring: Understand how the growth in U.S. We can help.

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GoShip Blog

MARCH 19, 2025

Understanding truckload freight rates can significantly impact your shipping budget and logistics strategy. Current Truckload Rate Trends The truckload shipping market continues to evolve in 2025, with several key trends emerging: National Averages: Dry van freight currently averages $2.65 and flatbed at $2.93.

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Blue Grace Logistics

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

How E-Commerce is Changing Less Than Truckload Shipping Search Search Jason Lockard - November 1, 2024 E-commerce has significantly impacted freight, especially for Less-Than-Truckload (LTL) carriers. By analyzing e-commerce trends, they can optimize routes , improve load management, and prepare for peak shopping seasons.

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Blue Grace Logistics

AUGUST 29, 2024

Hosted by BlueGrace’s own Brian Blalock , along with Carly Bly , Vice President of LTL and Carrier Relations, and Jason Lockard , Vice President of Managed Logistics, this discussion offers a deep dive into current trends, market dynamics, and strategies for enhancing your LTL experience. We can help.

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GlobalTranz

DECEMBER 30, 2021

Before we close the curtains on 2021, we thought we’d revisit ten of our most popular blog posts that resonated with our readers, capturing the challenges and opportunities of an unparalleled year of disruption across the supply chain. Without further ado, here are GlobalTranz’s top posts of 2021: #1.

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Freightos

OCTOBER 22, 2024

Blog " * " indicates required fields Email * Name This field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged. Freight news travels faster than cargo Get industry-leading insights in your inbox. China – N. Europe weekly prices were level at $3.81/kg. Europe – N. America weekly prices increased 2% to $1.85/kg.

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FreightWaves SONAR

DECEMBER 21, 2020

In this edition of “SONAR Indices & Insights,” the SONAR team will explain another index found within SONAR, the freight forecasting platform from FreightWaves. In this article, you learn what the RESL Index is, what it may tell various freight market participants, and what the RESL Index can do for each freight market participant.

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FreightWaves SONAR

JANUARY 5, 2021

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. Congratulations and welcome to 2021!

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Freightos

APRIL 15, 2024

Blog " * " indicates required fields Email * Email This field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged. Similarly, fifteen years ago K+N’s homepage didn’t even mention tech: Today, it’s the core focus, offering complete self-service control across freight quoting, instant bookings and shipment tracking from any device.

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Blue Grace Logistics

DECEMBER 7, 2023

US-Mexico Trade Trends Indicate Nearshoring Has Momentum Show Submenu Resources The Logistics Blog® Newsroom Whitepaper Case Study Webinars Indexes Search Search BlueGrace Logistics - December 7, 2023 ‘While Mexico Has Surpassed China as the United States’ No. While Mexico has surpassed China as the United States’ No.

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GoShip Blog

MARCH 26, 2025

Key Factors Affecting Truckload Freight Rates Gas Prices = Major Factor Just like how we budget more for Ubers when gas prices spike, trucking companies do the same thing. Freight Characteristics The nature of your freight directly influences carrier costs and subsequently, your rates.

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GoShip Blog

FEBRUARY 6, 2025

If freight shipping is eating into your profits, dont worryyoure not alone. Whether you’re a small business looking to streamline your supply chain or a growing company seeking better freight management, finding ways to optimize your shipping expenses is key. The good news? You can cut costs without cutting corners.

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Trinity Logistics

DECEMBER 29, 2021

In this blog, we’re going to dive into some of the latest trends in the food and beverage industry. TRENDS IN THE FOOD AND BEVERAGE INDUSTRY. One of the well-known trends in the food and beverage industry is the continued growth of cold chains. ONE WAY TO STAY AHEAD OF TRENDS IN THE FOOD & BEVERAGE INDUSTRY.

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Now, That's Logistics

DECEMBER 24, 2021

This blog is committed to keeping you updated with the latest insight and information. Here’s a rundown of our top-ranked blogs from 2021: 5 Tips for Navigating Global Port Congestion and the Ocean Container Shortage. Freight Cost & Transportation Capacity Outlook for 2021. Top Air Freight Trends to Watch in 2021.

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GlobalTranz

FEBRUARY 18, 2022

In our recent GlobalTranz 2022 Logistics and Supply Chain Trends and Outlook white paper, our experts review some of the factors that will shape logistics in the coming year and beyond. It covers macro trends in the LTL, Truckload and Managed Transportation Service sectors and the lingering effects of the COVID-19 pandemic.

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FreightWaves SONAR

DECEMBER 4, 2020

And one of the easiest ways to keep up-to-date with the latest news and trends is to follow the available top freight podcasts. On LinkedIn , I asked my network what they thought were the top freight podcasts in the industry. Join FreightWaves’ hosts Dooner and The Dude twice a week as they discuss all things freight.

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

OCTOBER 18, 2022

This seems to be the first trend that everyone picks up. In the metal fabrication market, “reshoring” refers to the trend of outsourced jobs and industries returning to the place from which they originated. The resulting trend of reshoring has emerged in part as an antidote to these issues. Automation for metal fabrication.

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Blue Grace Logistics

FEBRUARY 25, 2025

Heres what they cover: Current Market Conditions : Whats driving changes in freight rates and why the market recovery is taking longer than expected. Plus, dont miss a fun twist as Brian and Bryce go head-to-head in a game of “Two Freight Truths and a Lie!”

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Blue Grace Logistics

MARCH 12, 2025

It adds that by analyzing revenue forecasts, inventory levels, and order volumes, the index provides industry stakeholders with valuable insights into what to expect in the next quarter and how these trends reflect the freight market. BlueGrace SVP of Managed Services Jason Lockard said that the 5.9%

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CH Robinson Logistics

SEPTEMBER 28, 2021

Robinson’s own technology and data from the largest network in the freight industry, help our customers stay on top of the trends that influence their supply chains. With these caveats in mind, plotted below are the CES data for employment at general freight, long-distance truckload and LTL firms.

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Trinity Logistics

SEPTEMBER 22, 2023

In this blog, we’re going to dive into some of the latest trends in the food and beverage industry. SUSTAINABILITY Growing climate issues are making sustainability a common trend in almost all industries. This makes sustainability one of the top trends in the food and beverage industry. billion in 2022.

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FreightWaves SONAR

APRIL 1, 2021

Less-than-truckload shipping, also known as LTL shipping, is nothing new within the transportation and shipping industry, but it has become more of a game-changer in recent years with freight rate prediction. LTL shipping rates would historically depend on freight class and the cost per hundredweight . Download the White Paper.

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FreightWaves SONAR

DECEMBER 22, 2020

And even the freight management analytics of five years ago do not necessarily respond well to today’s shifting and changing market. And that all begins with deploying advanced freight management analytical resources and tools that actively work to lower all risks, ranging from detention through final mile management.

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Blue Grace Logistics

JANUARY 24, 2024

Webinars Show Submenu Resources The Logistics Blog® Newsroom Whitepaper Case Study Webinars Indexes Search Search BlueGrace Logistics - January 24, 2024 LinkedIn Live Webinar On-Demand: Floral Logistics: Overcoming The Thorny Path to Blossoming Success What’s the Topic? Do you have more questions about this logistics topic? We can help.

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FreightWaves SONAR

MARCH 12, 2021

Monitoring freight market activity is an integral part of supply chains. Industry-wide and granular freight market data capture capabilities When capturing data from the freight market, carriers need to collect it from every available market and use this information to make improvements for their companies.

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FreightWaves SONAR

NOVEMBER 24, 2020

As explained by Grainger , “In today’s global economy, technology trends like the Internet of Things (IoT) and Big Data have become an indispensable part of everyday business. Real-time freight data enables immediate intervention for major disruptions. Market insights empower freight management segments for RFP processes.

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GlobalTranz

OCTOBER 6, 2021

OTR freight represents a long-standing aspect of supply chain operations and transportation management. Th is blog post covers the critical ways strategic partnerships can help supply chain managers achieve optimal OTR management for their freight. Carrier Vetting for OTR Freight . Enabling Data-Driven Decision-Making .

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Dedola Global Logistics

APRIL 13, 2022

Does Your Commodity Optimize Air Freight Transportation? Part 1 of a 2 Part Blog Series). Air Freight is in Our DNA. In this 2-part blog, we’ll discuss the following shortlist of commodities: toys, medical supplies, cosmetics, apparel, electronics, lighting fixtures, and musical instruments. Air Freight is Trending.

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FreightWaves SONAR

FEBRUARY 26, 2021

(Graphics created by Emily Ricks) Successful freight trucking depends on the joining of profitable loads with timely delivery. Of course, measuring revenue through the growing demands for both contract and spot freight transportation is never simple addition and subtraction.

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FreightWaves SONAR

NOVEMBER 12, 2020

There are many aspects of day-to-day shipping processes that any freight broker must monitor. According to TruckingInfo.com , “Some envision technology in the freight market doing what Uber and Lyft have done in the ride-sharing market or Airbnb in the vacation market. Transportation costs are among the most critical of these.

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FreightWaves SONAR

APRIL 12, 2021

One of the most popular tools that drives the supply chain to new heights is the process of intermodal freight shipping. Freight management parties need to know the vital data points that can help keep intermodal lanes moving smoothly and efficiently while also keeping shipping rates and costs under control.

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FreightWaves SONAR

MARCH 23, 2021

However, increasing freight management efficiency can come in several different forms and can present a difficult challenge. Avoid destinations with a lower likelihood of an empty backhaul One significant aspect of freight management to consider is the risk of empty backhauls. Download the White Paper.

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Blue Grace Logistics

AUGUST 7, 2024

For companies involved in shipping freight, the combination of order-level management and cost to serve analysis can be a game-changer. By analyzing detailed cost breakdowns, companies can identify and trim unnecessary freight costs. It offers a holistic view of operational efficiency, cost structures, and customer satisfaction.

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FreightWaves SONAR

APRIL 13, 2021

With the proper use of data and freight analytics , contract procurement and securing capacity can be enhanced. Freight consolidation (commonly referred to as retail consolidation, or simply consolidation) is not a new concept. Those are the founding principles behind SONAR SCI Lane Acuity.

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