Refrigerated freight
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News
Consider freight consolidation for food service needs
A strong consolidation program extends the reach of logistics savings beyond just trailer loads and multi-stop loads by converting LTL suppliers to customer pickup.
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Refrigerated truckload market is having a polarizing summer
Reefer capacity appears to be easing in the contracted space, but spot rates appear to be as touchy as ever.
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Infographics
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Heated produce season may further freeze capacity
With capacity tight across the board, difficulty in sourcing reefer trailers may spill into other segments as produce season continues.
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Trucking
Food service providers struggle to keep up with reopening of America
Food service providers can expect to be extremely busy as COVID-19 fears subside.
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Online Haul of Fame
FreightWaves Haul of Fame: Stevens Transport has done well for 40 years
Stevens Transport began operations just after deregulation in 1980 and has been doing well ever since. Learn why in this FreightWaves Haul of Fame profile.
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3PLs should focus on their specialties
“By focusing on specific segments, brokers can offer a higher quality service that allows them to focus on specific customer needs,” Bratnober said.
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Online Haul of Fame
FreightWaves Haul of Fame: Watkins Motor Lines grew for decades
Watkins Motor Lines grew from a single truck to a major carrier. Much of the carrier was sold to FedEx; other parts survived for a…
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Online Haul of Fame
FreightWaves Haul of Fame: Transcontinental Refrigerated Lines
Transcontinental Refrigerated Lines did very well for more than 30 years – until it didn't. Read this carrier's story in FreightWaves Haul of Fame.
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The Stockout: Reefer capacity tightens in Northeast
Capital Logistics COO Michael Feig says it’s too early to tell if the summer will bring tight capacity to the reefer market.
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