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Hanjin, Hurricanes, Harvests May Boost Truckload Rates

DAT Solutions

Capacity finds those opportunities, and throughout 2016, spot markets have restored 'normalcy' without generating the ripple effects that typically drive contract rates higher. If capacity isn’t nourished, it can disappear. That means higher volumes, and likely higher freight rates, just when weather starts to turn ugly.

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The Definitive Guide on Produce Season Transportation Impacts

Zipline Logistics

Peak produce shipping season refers to the time period when the largest volume of fruits and vegetables are harvested and subsequently shipped to markets across the US, impacting truck capacity. You may need to pay more to attract capacity. How Produce Season Transportation Affects Rates and Capacity – State by State.

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This Week in Logistics News (October 30 – November 5)

Logistics Viewpoints

This is simply another example of how the combination of capacity, manufacturing, and port delays impacts every aspect of our lives. billion, compared to “just” $5 billion last year. The wine industry has been hit hard in the US over the last couple of years. And now on to this week’s logistics news. Supply chain funding in the news.

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Outbound Tender Rejections Increase for the First Time Since March Peak

Zipline Logistics

Volume is climbing more steadily and is down just 6-7% year-over-year, which is up from last week’s levels. Additionally, according to Freight Waves, “outbound tender rejections have increased week-over-week for the first time since the OTRI peaked at 19.25% on March 28.”. Regional Logistics Market Updates. Midwest Logistics.

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This Week in Logistics News (September 17 – 23)

Logistics Viewpoints

It’s hard to believe that Halloween is just five weeks away. A number of companies are looking to woo consumers with low-end devices priced for challenging times. Lower fees, no wait times, are top reasons for grocery pick-up. The technology will help the retailer detect low-stock or out-of-stock products in real time.

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Reefer Capacity Gets Tighter Ahead of Thanksgiving

DAT Solutions

Just like with dry van freight , reefer capacity tightened in the first week of November, meaning that shippers and brokers had a harder time finding trucks to move those reefer loads. In general, eastbound lanes out of Southern Idaho paid better last week than they did the week before.

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Honoring Our 2021 Carrier of the Year Award Winners

CH Robinson Transportfolio

Because this is an exclusive award, we select our winners based on a list of criteria including their ability to consistently deliver on time and in full for customers, their adoption of carrier technology to drive efficiencies for themselves and shippers, and their effort to go above and beyond to successfully support shippers’ needs.