Full truckload shipping (FTL) is a freight mode where one shipment occupies an entire truck or trailer exclusively. Unlike less-than-truckload (LTL) shipping, where multiple shippers share space, FTL dedicates a whole 48′ or 53′ trailer to a single customer’s cargo. This exclusive use of the truck means fewer stops, minimal handling, and often faster transit […]
Dock-to-dock delivery means shipping goods straight from one loading dock to another with no intermediate stops. In other words, a shipment is picked up at the origin dock and delivered directly to the destination dock, bypassing extra handling or storage. This direct approach cuts out delays and extra labor – making deliveries faster, cheaper, and […]
Industrial warehousing plays a pivotal role in the global supply chain, ensuring the efficient storage, management, and distribution of goods. In the broader transportation and warehousing industry, millions of people are employed to keep products moving (about 6.6 million in the U.S. as of mid-2024). North America (including the USA, Canada, and Mexico) similarly relies […]
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