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    BLOG - October 21, 2024

    Sustainability is a pressing concern in the shipping industry.

    When it comes to the realm of shipping, an industry synonymous with greenhouse gases, large carbon footprints, and air pollution, any efforts made to increase sustainability are appreciated. In this article we look at the importance of keeping sustainability at the forefront when it comes to Small Package and Less-Than-Truckload (LTL) shipping. In the United States, transportation accounts for 28% of the nation’s greenhouse gas emissions and of that, 42% comes from freight shipments. Broken…
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    BLOG - August 12, 2024

    Current challenges faced by small package shipping providers.

    Businesses relying on shipping vendors may be faced with inconsistent or creeping rates, slow turnaround times, and dissatisfaction from customers regarding deliveries. These challenges can have implications for your business’ revenue and reputation. With approximately 58 million parcels shipping to homes every day in the United States alone, your business is just one part of a larger ecosystem when it comes to shipping and fulfillment. Your shipping provider, likely one of the big players in…
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    Cal Wilson

    Lead Content Writer


    BLOG - April 8, 2024

    Supply chain implications of the Baltimore bridge collapse

    In the early moments of March 26th, 2024, the Francis Scott Key Bridge, in Baltimore, Maryland, was struck by the container ship Dali, taking out one of its support pillars, causing it to collapse, and shutting down the Port of Baltimore to freight traffic. The structure was the third longest continuous truss bridge in the world, carrying an estimated 11.5 million vehicles annually. The port will be closed for the foreseeable future, although crews have…
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    Rebecca Enter

    Communications Specialist


    BLOG - November 13, 2023

    Is the future of small package shipping box-less?

    Earlier this year, Amazon surprised a lot of people when it announced it was planning on fulfilling some of its shipments without its classic brown box packaging. This obviously raises a lot of questions for vendors, shippers, and consumers; what does small package shipping without boxes look like, and is it safe? In this article we look at this potential trend.   Why ship without boxes?  It might sound a little crazy, especially when the image…
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    Cal Wilson

    Lead Content Writer


    BLOG - April 17, 2023

    Improving your shipping packaging sustainability without breaking the bank

    We know consumers care about sustainable shipping methods when online shopping. Recent studies have found that not only are as many as 69% of consumers willing to pay more for sustainable options, but nearly 50% of consumers have found an increased interest in sustainability in the past year.   So, it may be in your business’ best interest to consider how you could make your shipping packaging more sustainable. But how expensive and realistic is that…
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    Cal Wilson

    Lead Content Writer


    BLOG - August 29, 2022

    What is the future of drivers in long haul trucking?

    New regulations, driver shortages, supply chain issues, and rising fuel costs are just some of the issues leaving the future of the trucking industry uncertain.   The way some companies are looking to combat these challenges is via autonomous vehicles. While still in its early stages, this trend could have significant impacts on the industry and those employed by it. In this article, we look at some of the current issues and predicted outcomes.   State…
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    Cal Wilson

    Lead Content Writer


    BLOG - June 20, 2022

    Alternate delivery locations: a cost effective, sustainable delivery solution

    Home delivery for online purchases is still on an upwards trend with no signs of slowing down. However, while this has been great for some businesses, it hasn’t been without its consequences. Namely, higher shipping expenses for retailers, traffic congestion, parking violations, and even increased air pollution.   One option to combat these negatives is Alternative Delivery Locations, or ADLs. In this article, we take a look at ADLs, their pros and cons, and how they…
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    Cal Wilson

    Lead Content Writer

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