Freight Resources

What Does Free On Board (FOB) Mean in Shipping?

Not sure how FOB affects your shipping costs and responsibilities? We’re going to break down FOB Origin vs. FOB Destination so you can avoid costly mistakes and optimize your freight strategy.

November 14, 2019

What is a Fuel Surcharge and How is it Calculated?

Learn about fuel surcharges, their purpose in freight shipping, and how to calculate these charges based on information from your broker or carrier.

November 6, 2019

What is a Freight Broker: A Shipper's Guide to Finding a Transportation Provider

What’s a freight broker agent, and what role do they play in logistics? In this article, we explain the valuable contributions brokers make to the overall freight shipping process.

November 5, 2019

California Freight Shipping Restrictions

Sending goods west to California? There are a few guidelines and regulations you'll need to follow. Learn about California shipping restrictions.

November 5, 2019

15 Questions to Ask Freight Carriers

The questions you ask freight carriers are important. The answers they give will help you know if you’ve found a shipping company compatible with your needs.

November 5, 2019

Truckload Accessorial Charges Defined and Explained

A truckload accessorial charge is an additional expense charged to a shipper or receiver for service outside of normal transportation procedures. Learn more below.

November 4, 2019

Deepwater Shipping Ports in Texas: New Freight Solutions

Freight shipping in the Lone Star State is big business and it's getting bigger. There are 12 deepwater ports in Texas that allow all kinds of movement. Check out the recent upgrades to the Port of Houston and others.

October 31, 2019

How Corn is Packaged and Shipped

You have to be able to answer the question “how is corn packaged and shipped” if you’re part of the corn industry. This is especially true for the corn industry in Texas. The adage everything is bigger in Texas applies even to corn. In 2017, more than 300 million bushels of corn were produced in […]

October 30, 2019

Shipping for the Texas Aerospace Industry

When shipping for the Texas aerospace industry, it’s important to prioritize the accuracy, safety, and fast delivery of aircraft and parts.

September 27, 2019

The Cotton Supply Chain in Texas

The cotton supply chain in Texas has many moving parts. Learn more about the process of getting cotton from the field to the shirt on your back.

September 26, 2019

Oil and Gas Logistics in Texas

Oil and gas logistics is big business. From following FERC rules to managing transportation, learn more about this essential process.

September 17, 2019

Moving Milk and More: Dairy Logistics

Make sense of dairy logistics with a strong partner on your side. Learn more and get a truckload freight quote today!

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