Freightquote by C.H. Robinson brings Robinson’s information advantage, capacity, and technology to small businesses.
Data and partnerships are critical elements to helping shippers move through the ongoing technological revolution in freight.
Frank McGuigan, CEO of Transplace, in a wide-ranging discussion at FreightWaves LIVE Chicago, detailed Transplace’s current status, market conditions, and how technology is driving an outcome-based business.
Online freight logistics startup Shipwell has made all of its functionalities available through the REST API, which allows companies to integrate all or some parts of the functionalities into their own workflows.
Convoy is now offering direct-from-shipper loads on its platform, giving carriers many more choices for hauling freight.
Slight rallies in volumes and rejections not enough to keep power from shifting further towards shippers.
Noel Perry heads Transport Futures in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania. In addition, he heads Transportation Economics, a consulting company focused on strategy, market research and forecasting for the North American freight transport market. Previously, he was a Corporate Economist at Schneider National, and Director of Market Research at CSX Transportation and Cummins Engine Company. Broker margins are […]
Larger shippers must think beyond the short-term peaks and valleys.
Renowned logistics analyst explains how Brexit will impact cargo flows, liner shipping calls and European supply chain planning.
Maersk expects ample supplies of low-sulfur fuels to be available in most ports, but warns shippers to expect higher costs.
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Power swings five points in favor of the shippers, but momentum building for carriers leading into holiday season.
Trade lanes will come to a halt if the U.K. exits the EU on October. 31, believes the Secretary-General of the European Shippers Council.
Project44’s new truckload tendering capability allows users to secure quotes without having to maneuver outside of their transportation management system.
The FreightWaves Pricing Power Index is a new weekly feature that highlights the balance of power between shippers and carriers.
FourKites has introduced a new analysis tool to help shippers identify unused capacity in their trailers.
Jim Blaze writes about FreightWaves SONAR and how it could be a helpful tool for the freight railroads.
As railroads cut less profitable routes, shippers should learn as much as possible about railroads plans for future service.
FMC Commissioner Rebecca Dye is scheduled to deliver her demurrage and detention recommendations to her fellow commissioners on Sept. 3.
Jim Blaze writes about the pros and cons of shippers owning or leasing their own freight railcars to move their products.
