The Basics of Less Than Truckload Accessorial Fees
When you need to ship freight there are many options and factors that play a part in your decision. If you are considering a less than truckload (LTL) service, it can be intimidating to understand everything that is involved in the process. When embarking into the transport and logistics industry, there is a plethora of […] ... Read More
January 18, 2018 3pl, freight, freight costs, less than truckload, LTL, shippingLTL Freight for SMEs Explained
A business’ freight costs can be a significant source of savings if optimised and selected strategically. In fact, it is important to consider freight selection as a vital step in the manufacturing process rather than it all just ending with the completion of a product. LTL or Less-than-Truckload shipping is a cost-effective shipping option for [ ... Read More
September 4, 2017 freight, freight costs, less than truckload, LTL, small businesses, SMEs, transportationDealing with the blows of uncertain transportation costs
Keeping your small business afloat in the global market against big players is no small feat. It can be exhausting and tumultuous, being battered by every rise or drop in the markets, different currencies and most importantly, the cost of fuel. Fuel costs are often the culprit for unexpected transportation costs. Here we investigate some […] ... Read More
July 18, 2017 inventory storage, less than truckload, LTL, transportation, transportation costsCost Effective Shipping: LTL Carriers Explained
What is LTL? Less than truckload shipping (LTL) is the transportation of relatively small freight. The alternatives to LTL carriers are parcel carriers or full truckload carriers. There are several different perspectives as to what is actually considered LTL. Full truck load carriers can put anywhere from 2 to 6 different businesses’ shipments on ... Read More
July 17, 2017 freight, inventory management, less than truckload, logistics, LTL, shipments, transportationEight Ways to Cut Freight Charges
Part of operating a business is providing something for someone else for a charge. Now unless you provide services, it is likely that a significant proportion of your operations involves bundling up stock, booking couriers and sending it out to customers. There are many types of freight and modes of transport all with differing logistics. [… ... Read More
July 12, 2017 freight, freight costs, inventory management, less than truckload, logistics, LTL, port charges, shipping, transportation costsUnlocking Freight Savings through LTL Shipping
LTL, or ‘less than truckload’ shipping, generally refers to palletised and oversized parcel shipments that do not fill a carrier’s truck. LTL consignments are usually packed on wrapped pallets or in large containers – the carrier then pools multiple customers’ freight together to fill a truck for shipping. LTL operators essentially oc ... Read More
May 23, 2017 freight, less than truckload, logistics, LTL, shipping