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That’s right, all the data we’re seeing points to freight volume patterns we haven’t seen since 2018—an influx for August, September, and October followed by a drawdown in November, December, and January. Are you ready to ride? As capacity tightens and freight rates rise, the right partners can mean the difference between a thrilling experience and tossing your cookies. Our president, Craig Allan, shared his actionable insight with FreightWaves last August—and it’s not too late to put it to work for you: https://lnkd.in/gW4ap5PE #freightmarket #freightvolume #supplychain #logistics

Measured shipment volumes and linehaul rates from Cass Information Systems suggest that, while market conditions are still down year over year, a freight upturn might be on its way. https://bit.ly/3UO8fkg

Did you know that an average of 338 carriers leave the transportation market every week? Despite this, we would've expected that number to be much larger given how many carriers entered the market during 2020-2022. So, what's keeping so many of them around? With empty containers piling up at the West Coast and spot rates inching closer to contract rates, it seems as though a lot of carriers are betting on market volatility to keep them in the game through 2024. Don't wait to secure your supply chain - get a quote today: kchtrans.com (Data: FreightWaves SONAR) (Analyst: Henry Byers) #supplychain #logistics #transportation #freight #trucking #shipping

📉 Spot Rates and Load Posts Decline Amid Summer Seasonality 🚚 According to DAT Freight & Analytics, load posts dipped 3% as spot rates softened across dry van, reefer, and flatbed markets. https://lnkd.in/et8i7JAc Explore the latest trends in the spot truckload freight market. #FreightMarket #Logistics #SupplyChain #TransportationData #Truckload #DATFreight

Excited to share the latest update from FreightPlus! Our Transportation Market Report delivers indispensable insights, covering everything from market trends to carrier performance. Don't miss out on this valuable resource for staying ahead. #transportationInsights

August showed signs of stability in the freight market, with tender volumes recovering and rejection rates holding steady. As we move into September, these trends offer valuable insights for navigating the month ahead. Let’s stay ahead and make informed decisions! Check the full info here: https://lnkd.in/gbZh92dh #CCLB #CCLBrokerage #SeptemberInsights #FreightMarket #TenderVolumes #SupplyChain #Logistics #ShippingIndustry

The FreightPlus Transportation Market Report is a comprehensive monthly resource that offers actionable insights into the #transportation market for #LTL, #Truckload, Ocean, #Intermodal shipments and more. Our team of experts meticulously examines data sourced from diverse channels to compile a comprehensive report, offering invaluable insights into the latest trends in transportation. 📈 Gain actionable insights with: ✅ Market Overview ✅ Capacity Trends ✅ Pricing Trends ✅ Carrier Performance ✅ Industry News and Insights Download the report now and navigate the transportation market with confidence: https://zurl.co/rofo

I got a real Chaine #freight #data sample from March for you all. For all the brokerages out there with lots of transactional spot freight to be covered every week, how does a 27% carrier re-utilization rate sound to you? Genuinely curious to learn your perspective👇 In practical terms, before you post freight on load boards, you can cover more than 1/4 of your loads in your trusted, vetted carrier base. Of course, this percentage could be much higher if you add in strategic and designated carrier procurement.

This article discusses the abundant capacity of trucks is hiding freight pattern shifts. 🚚🌊 The ongoing capacity glut is hiding a rather significant shift in national freight flow patterns. 📈 Shippers who have facilities in these emerging markets should be wary of changing pricing conditions. 💵 Service providers should be proactive in targeting these areas operationally. #StrategicFreight #BusinessAcceleration #LogisticsInnovation #DriveForward

According to the Q1 2024 Carrier Rate Report, the freight industry is showing signs of recovery after a challenging 2023. The report highlights positive developments in rate dynamics and a closing gap between spot and contract rates, indicating progress towards supply and demand equilibrium. Despite challenges such as low spot rates and capacity constraints, the industry remains cautiously optimistic about the future. #freightindustry #freightforwarding #freightforwarder #supplychain #mondaymotivation Tim Rodriguez, Hans Holmer, Michael Mendoza, Michal Lisowski, Leroy Holmes