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This monthly report analyzes the current state of the freight market based on critical insights from our SONAR platform.

When it comes to fleets’ electrification at scale, charging infrastructure is the hardest part, and power procurement is a particular challenge. Voltera faces the same challenges a fleet would, but we’re uniquely equipped to solve them. The challenges that affect power procurement for a multi-megawatt EV charging facility are not new; they’ve always affected large-scale […]

The November 2023 “State of the Industry Report” — presented in affiliation with Ryder — shares an in-depth overview across the trucking, maritime and intermodal markets, as well as what to expect in the coming weeks. The data contained within the report provides breakdowns of capacity, volumes and rates. In this report, you will find: […]

In recent years, the logistics industry has poured unprecedented amounts of time, effort, and money into revolutionizing and optimizing the way goods move through the supply chain. This has changed the way companies approach everything from shipment tracking to RFPs.  One area that has garnered much less attention — shipment packing efficiency. Despite this, proper […]

2022 marked a worrying record for the trucking industry: It was the costliest year to conduct business for fleet operators, surpassing the record established in 2021. Spotting and preventing fraud presents an opportunity to realize savings, but due to outdated solutions and disparate vehicle management and fleet card management systems, fraud can slip through the […]

This monthly report analyzes the current state of the freight market based on critical insights from our SONAR platform.

Get expert guidance and best practices to help you navigate the U.S./Canada cross-border shipping process with ease. Download our free white paper today! Our comprehensive white paper is a must-read for anyone looking to transport goods across the border. It provides valuable insights on the latest rules and regulations, as well as tips for streamlining […]

The October 2023 “State of the Industry Report” — presented in affiliation with Ryder — shares an in-depth overview across the trucking, maritime and intermodal markets, as well as what to expect in the coming weeks. The data contained within the report provides breakdowns of capacity, volumes and rates. In this report, you will find: […]

Is your company expanding production in Asia? Check out our primer on the freight, regulatory, and cultural issues that must be considered when diversifying production beyond China to other Asian countries. Many large manufacturers and retailers are reducing supply chain risk by moving certain sole-sourced China procurement and production operations to other countries — mainly in […]

FreightWaves and Bestpass recently surveyed carriers about their outlooks for the year ahead, including their concerns and views of which way demand will shift.

This report will allow you to discover the key trade compliance challenges, trends, and strategies businesses are implementing to navigate these turbulent times.

Visibility has become a logistics industry buzzword in recent years, and shippers consistently talk about the importance of improving visibility throughout their supply chains. As such, many logistics service providers (LSPs) have begun to market their ability to provide said visibility.  FreightWaves teamed up with Tive to survey shippers about the level of visibility they […]

Double brokering has emerged as one of freight transportation’s most pervasive problems in this freight cycle, affecting as much as $500 million to $700 million in freight annually. The practice, which involves a carrier re-brokering a load to another carrier without the knowledge or consent of the other parties, not only creates operational chaos, but […]

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FreightWaves surveyed shippers and 3PLs working across a variety of sectors about their pallet usage, including procurement habits, challenges and perceptions surrounding sustainability efforts in the space.

The September 2023 “State of the Industry Report” — presented in affiliation with Ryder —shares an in-depth overview across the trucking, maritime and intermodal markets, as well aswhat to expect in the coming weeks. The data contained within the report providesbreakdowns of capacity, volumes and rates. In this report, you will find: Download the complimentary […]

Robust Electronic Logging Devices (ELDs) are able to track driver hours and ensure compliance to Hours of Service (HOS) regulations, but electronic logging is just one component of a larger mobile fleet management solution. The right technology gives you insight into problems you didn’t know existed and greatly reduces tedious manual processes. Fleets using a […]

The freight market, like many sectors, operates in cycles. Currently, it’s in a deflationary state. However, it’s crucial to remember that downturns are not permanent; they are simply one market phase. This period of contraction presents an ideal opportunity for shippers and freight companies to regroup, reassess their strategies and prepare for the anticipated upswing. […]

End consumers have never been more demanding surrounding customer service, order fulfillment and delivery timelines. A difficult market and ongoing freight recession have yet to do anything to quell growing expectations around visibility, transparency and timeliness. Consumer demands drive shipper expectations. Logistics providers will be pressured to meet those expectations regardless of what is happening […]

We’ve heard it before: Saving money is more important now than ever. For trucking and freight companies, recent events underscore the challenges of finding ways to save. Higher insurance premiums and fuel costs this year are only adding to the budget constraints and concerns for fleets of all sizes. This guide examines 4 areas that […]