uShip

uShip CEO Sean Wu says flexibility will be freight’s most valuable currency in 2026.

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Online marketplace uShip has been investing in technology, sales and partnerships in anticipation of when the freight economy surges again.

In assessing customer service in transportation, data is necessary but not sufficient.

uShip was founded in 2004 as an online shipping marketplace that matches customers needing to move unusually large items with thousands of transport companies that have extra cargo space.

uShip, the online logistics and freight marketplace provider, announced July 25 that Mike Williams has stepped down as chief executive officer and board member. The Austin, Texas-based company also announced that chief technology officer (CTO) Kris Lamb will replace Williams as CEO. Lamb has been with uShip since December 2017, when he was hired as […]

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