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Hit the road with confidence with 18 Wheels Logistics' 'Trucking' blog, your ultimate resource for insights into the world of freight transportation.

Our expertly curated content delves into the nuances of trucking, offering a detailed look at the machinery and manpower that keep goods moving efficiently across highways.

From less-than-truckload journeys to full truckload deliveries, we cover the stories, strategies, and statistics that define the trucking industry.

Stay up to date with regulatory changes, safety protocols, and technological advancements that are shaping the future of trucking with services like intermodal and dedicated transportation.

Whether you're a seasoned trucker or a business relying on flat deck and temperature-controlled freight services, our 'Trucking' blog articles are geared to steer you towards success in the fast lane of logistics."

The Importance of Security in Cross-Docking
Security is important in every aspect of shipping and logistics. The 3PL company is, after all, entrusted with getting a product from point A to point B in good condition. Security is especially important when cross-docking is used. In today’s blog we are going to talk about why that is.
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Do you wish to optimize your warehouse? Then you better learn how to prepare your warehouse for cross-docking.
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What Kinds of Companies Use Cross-Docking in Vancouver
30
Nov
2021
What Kinds of Companies Use Cross-Docking?
by Michael Kotendzhi | Trucking
In order to answer the question in the title of today’s blog article, let’s first review what cross-docking is. Cross-docking is the practice within shipping and logistics of loading and unloading products from one mode of transportation to another mode without using any warehousing in between.
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What is Cross-docking in Shipping and Logistics
29
Sep
2021
What Is Cross-Docking?
by Michael Kotendzhi | Trucking
In shipping and logistics, often products need warehousing or storage while they are waiting to move from one mode of shipping to another. Cross-docking is a method of transportation by which warehousing is not used or needed.
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26
Aug
2021
When Do You Use Transloading in Shipping?
by Michael Kotendzhi | Trucking
Transloading is used whenever a shipment of goods has to change from one mode of transportation to another. For example, if a shipment of material arrives by train and then has to be loaded onto trucks, transloading is used at the railway terminal.
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16
Feb
2021
Benefits of fleet management technology
by Michael Kotendzhi | Trucking
Every business is on the hunt for technology that will improve its employees' efficiency and productivity. Notably, a major development is happening in the logistics industry.
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A new year has arrived, and many people wish that the new year would bring new energy, however, the sign of coronavirus spreading does not seem to slow down. However, after more than 12 months of facing an unprecedented challenge, every industry seems to be recovered in some ways to survive in the current state.
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27
Jan
2021
6 Ways To Improve Your Fleet Efficiency
by Michael Kotendzhi | Trucking, Logistics
Today, everyone's world revolves around one simple word; efficiency. That is what drives businesses forward, saves people's time, and improves the quality of life. With that in mind, let's try to be efficient today. Here are six ways to improve your fleet efficiency and help your drivers and your company.
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It is obviously the strategy the Province of British Columbia for the logistics and transportation pattern has been focused on building the infrastructure for the decades ahead, especially in the City of Vancouver and its core area. Undoubtedly the significant uprising population has developed into an economy advantage in this renowned city outpaced any other cities in Canada.
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21
Jan
2021
Joint Force with Drones
by Michael Kotendzhi | Trucking, Logistics
The concept of drones delivering consumer goods can be controversial in this stage, but the theory has in fact been practiced in a lot of regions in Asia. Whenever a new approach of collaboration is swept into the logistics industry, the impossible is always possible with proper implementation and market urgency.
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Millennials, as known as Generation Y, are everyone who is between the age of 24 and 39 as of now. The relevance in this age gap is they are becoming the mainstream in the workforce, which may build and lead the foreseeable future of industry presently. In 2020, this age group including all genders is entering and taking 20% portion of the whole labour force participation.
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18
Jan
2021
Emergency Stop: 18 Wheels Logistics
by Michael Kotendzhi | Trucking, Logistics
Facing many circumstances, it cannot be promised every shipment goes smoothly during the transportation process. It happens that leaves you at a crossroad and you need to solve the problem quickly.
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18 Wheels Logistics specializes in a single-source solution for warehousing, trucking, and co-packing. Moreover, we also provide the yard storage available for special storage that is not inquiring indoor space.
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15
Jan
2021
What Is Cross-Docking In Transportation?
by Michael Kotendzhi | Trucking, Logistics
Cross-docking is a commonly strategy used by transportation company when the goods from one container is relocating to another container on a mutual location. 18 Wheels Logistics has full line of forklift machines to comply to different types of good transport. Our line of team members is experienced and well-certified to utilize the services with maximum efficiency and minimum risk.
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Temporary Storage Solution for Your Needs: Storage Trailers
Seasonal sale volume throws you off-guard with juggling between running out of spaces or running out of stocks? 18 Wheels Logistics can help saving your energy and cost by providing the temporary commercial storage solution: storage trailer.
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The Canadian border and the US border have the most unique system in the world that allows the citizens from both countries to travel stress-free for both business and pleasure purposes while certain restrictions comply in place. Both consumer marketplaces contract the customers from the opposite sides citing the distinctive cultures provided by its own supply chain industry, which creates a peculiar logistics chain reaction in between.
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The prosperous consumer market in Vancouver, British Columbia shows momentum in reaching peaks and reflects greatly on the housing market in the past two quarters. All numbers show in paradoxical figures from the market prediction that is shocking to the world. Even though the statistic shows a positive 30% growth in real estate for Vancouver, why the consumer goods remain non-competitive to the prices in USA retailers?
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Let us be honest, there is not a lot of carriers that are temperature-controlled and offering Less-Than-Truck Load in Vancouver, British Columbia. The operating cost for a refrigerated/heated truck is not considered low, and the LTL operation takes a skillful of talent to arrange. On top of that, the profit margin of LTL logistics is not high, to begin with.
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Multi-culture and diversity have become the signatures for Vancouver, British Columbia. Every aspect of people’s daily life has tasted some oriental influences since immigration from overseas starts. By 2020, Chinese New Year has officially made its robust entrance for Canadian people to celebrate. It is set differently according to the Lunar Calendar every year. 2021 is the Year of Ox and it is on Friday, February 12th, but how does this festival have impacted the supply chain industry?
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12
Jan
2021
Free Trade Agreement in Canada
by Michael Kotendzhi | Trucking, Logistics
The free trade between two countries is very technical but common in 2020. Two countries are trying to meet in the middle with the considerations for their millions of trades in mind. The process sounds hideous to come to terms, but the industries in both countries will be benefited greatly. Canada continuously signed with dozens of countries in the last 10 years, which has greatly impacted the import and export trades in Vancouver, British Columbia.
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Since the World has been woken up with the concern for large emission issue, all countries with top developed world per capita emitter of GHGs have been trying to lower CO2 posed as a global crisis. There are restrictions and incentives implementing over the past two decades to achieve the goal. In the industry of logistics, the question arises in alternations between driving fewer trucks or buying newer trucks.
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12
Jan
2021
Measurement Means Control
by Michael Kotendzhi | Logistics, Warehousing, Trucking
In the consumer market, most businesses carry inventory that is consisted of goods or products. The inventory is kept in storage until it is processed for a transaction to make the income for businesses. Profit is the main goal in businesses, but it is hard to ensure profit is a certainty unless all measurement is properly controlled.
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It could not be emphasized enough that all businesses in modern society involve some logistics aspect in daily operation, especially amid the pandemic. In Vancouver, British Columbia, businesses are trained to envision proactively with all the operating aspects, but who would predict an unprecedented emergence? An effective supply chain can not predict a pandemic, but it surely can help to lower the risk.
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When the idea of being green is integrated into the supply chain operation, there are a lot of advantages rather than disadvantages. Because when the topic arises of being green, the first idea that pops up is unaffordability.
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Within the intensive time of facing the pandemic, small businesses often encounter critical decisions that may potentially lead to demise. Every step of operation may be influential to the consequence. How does an executive manage to smooth creating a plan amidst a crisis?
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In an e-commerce driven market, customer satisfaction is how businesses are earned based on the products and services. In the past twelve months, the need for e-commerce skyrockets, and people rely on e-shopping more than ever. For most people, it is a nerve-racking experience because it is a completely different buying experience. For example, the wait time varies when you actually receive the products, or you don’t see or touch the products prior.
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As mentioned previously, the logistics operation of overseas containers is maturing on the West Coast of Canada. There are certain rules to be obliged, but is overweight charging as a penalty? Not necessary. It may actually be a benefit to the company.
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The pandemic has driven movement to happen. One of them is online retailing. In Vancouver, British Columbia, the store retails are failing to survive through the pandemic and the reasons are simple. Constant revolving of government restrictions, safety protocol, and factory shortages are all accountable for being the biggest factors in the past 14 months.
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06
Jan
2021
Understanding Freight Forwarding
by Michael Kotendzhi | Trucking, Logistics
Since Canada has signed dozens of free trade agreement with countries in Asia and Europe, shipment of goods have been coordinated like the world is … flat! No barrier or no government are between trades, so the countries are transporting like with the stores next door ostensibly. Freight forwarding practices more with the sense of globalization in general.
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With the inauguration of COVID-19, the supply chain in Vancouver, British Columbia has been stricken with limited logistics sources. The scarcity and the unavailability have caused the businesses unable to keep up with the demand. The pinch in the supply chain has caused the public to panic even more.
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31
Dec
2020
What Can A Drop Trailer Help Your Business?
by Michael Kotendzhi | Trucking
In the modern days of the logistics in Vancouver, time and capacity are symmetrical to each other which the supply chain industry always focuses to improve. One of the methods is the drop trailer program. In the past years, a logistics company develops an approach to exchange trailers where the tractors drop off and pick up at the same site.
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2020 is undoubtedly crowned “The Year of the Century” when all businesses feel the most struggling. Words like unprecedented, survival, challenges, and impacts are frequently appearing in daily life for the whole globe. Needless to say, the lives involving personal and work have completely shifted to another stage where people never acquaint before.
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21st Century is the century people focus on innovating the options of maneuver through daily life with a better energy assumption. Entering the new era of sufficiency, businesses in transportation and logistics act predominantly toward environmentally friendly because it lays heavily on energy. Here in Vancouver, British Columbia, there is no exception.
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The transportation industry has always focused on the development of transportation regulations as the bylaws are constantly changing. Every change affects every aspect of logistics and transportation operations, especially the traffic is getting busier here in Vancouver, British Columbia, with expanding consumer markets and industries.
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17
Dec
2020
Are Robot Drivers Replacing Drivers?
by Michael Kotendzhi | Trucking
Ninety percent of all consumer products are shipped by trucks across Canada. With the US being the largest trading partner, over two-third of trades are transported between two countries. In Vancouver, there is an average of about 2,300 trucks a day on the main highway.
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15
Dec
2020
Time Is Money
by Michael Kotendzhi | Logistics, Warehousing, Trucking
“Remember that time is money.” Benjamin Franklin, one of the Founding Fathers of the United States, wrote in a book in 1748. Surprisingly, the phrase still applies nowadays. This also perfectly described the situation facing when it comes to container drayage.
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The term for moving shipments short distances is referred to as drayage. Drayage can be extremely beneficial in the transportation or delivery of goods if the right company is doing it. Here we present you tips for choosing a container drayage partner that you might just find extremely beneficial. Start reading and before you know it you might just have happened upon the perfect container drayage partner for you!
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In recent years, we’ve seen the growth and advancement of technology in the trucking and 3PL industry. New additions such as contactless payments, engine sensors, and e-ticketing has revolutionized the method in which the industry operates. From the worker’s perspective, these advancements can wholly restructure the work process and potentially cut back on certain jobs.
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Shipping and logistics involve many different factors and moving parts. Many people are not familiar with some of the most crucial parts of the process. An example of a potentially unfamiliar term is container drayage. For more on what container drayage is, continue reading “Container Drayage: What Is It and How It Works” below.
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Finding the right co-packer is not an easy decision. Comparing your options, looking at specific details, and understanding your needs will help you find the perfect co-packer for you. In order to find the perfect one to fit your needs, and ensure growth and development for your business, continue reading the below for several tips for finding the right co-packer.
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31
Aug
2020
Onmi-Channel Fulfimment Considerations
by Michael Kotendzhi | Trucking, Logistics
The trajectory of society’s shopping habits show that eCommerce sales are rapidly growing as the years progress. No matter what your company sells, it’s crucial that your eCommerce operation can withstand this growth. For many companies, they partner with 3PL’s that specialize in multi-channel fulfillment. Below we’ll take a look into traits to look for in such a provider.
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Food and beverage companies are expected to move products quicker than ever before, while simultaneously abiding my strict food industry regulations. In order to keep up with these demands, you can partner with a successful 3PL provider throughout your supply chain. Below, we will assess quality traits to look for in a refrigerated truck provider.
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The Importance of Experience for Drayage Drivers
Drayage in itself isn’t extremely complex, essentially a driver will pick up a load and conduct transportation to its’ final destination. However, port drayage is more complicated with confusing seaport terminals and differing rules.
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19
Jul
2020
Private vs. Dedicated Fleet
by Michael Kotendzhi | Trucking, Logistics
Often times growing companies wonder whether it’s best to manage their transportation through a private fleet or to partner with a provider that can supply dedicated transportation services. We’ll be taking a look into both these options to understand their benefits and capabilities.
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Millennials are an ever-growing force in the workplace, taking on crucial roles in virtually every industry. However, many have a differing perspective from preceding generations on the way they regard the workplace and their roles within it.
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21
Jun
2020
Shipping from U.S. to Canada
by Michael Kotendzhi | Trucking, Logistics
While there is increased cross-border trade between the U.S. and Canada, there are additional fees and taxes imposed on goods entering Canada. Additionally, before importing goods, a company must guarantee that their shipments comply with CBSA and CRA regulations. The following are 5 important border considerations in order to ship goods from across the border:
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Cultivating High Performance and Successful Teams
Generational changes bring about shifts in traditional management practices, especially in the 3PL and distribution industry. Over the course of a few decades we can see a slow but prominent move towards a more inclusive and open leadership style. The following are a few practices to help drive team performance and cultivate success in the workplace.
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In today’s current challenging times it’s crucial that businesses have the support and flexibility of their supply chain partners. With changing laws and updates every day, 3PLs are adjusting their practices and re-evaluating their operation strategies. Luckily, many 3PLs are willing to be flexible and make necessary changes for their clients in order to help keep supply chain operations moving forward.
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Surprisingly, many small industries can’t handle the specific or large-scale requirements of industrial packaging. Fortunately, that’s where contract packaging comes in handy. Any small industry or business must understand how contract packaging works to ensure a smooth supply chain for its clients.
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Trust Truly Delivered! - 18 Wheels Logistics
18 Wheels provides our customers with a true one-stop solution for #copacking, #warehousing, and #transportation in Western Canada. We use best in-class technology, processes, people, and equipment to offer a cost-effective & service driven solution. Contact us today to experience Trust Truly Delivered! Richard Freedhoff sales@18wheels.ca 437-992-8938 ​www.18wheelslogistics.com
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5 Reasons Why It’s Helpful to Use 3PL Warehousing and Trucking Providers
Are the demands of your supply chain overbearing after a recent expansion? Are you unable to concentrate on your core functions because of miscellaneous business engagements? If your answer to any of these questions is a yes, then commercial logistics service providers (3PLs) are your ideal solution providers to these challenges. Whether it’s warehousing, container delivery, packaging, heavy haul shipping, or inventory management, your company can get some extra help and benefits. This article
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Why Businesses Rely Upon Third Parties For Distribution Services
Food and beverage logistics are complex, and only become more so when crossing the border is taken into account. Therefore, more and more businesses are biting the bullet, so to speak, and working with third party warehousing and distribution services, and in turn third party trucking companies. Let’s look into what goes into working with third party logistics systems, why businesses turn to them for solutions, and why these solutions often work out in the long term.
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Georgian Tree Frog Hitches Ride On Cargo Truck, Goes To Canada
Container trucking companies are no stranger to Canada or the United States; approximately two-thirds of Canada-US trade is moved by truck, ensuring that both nations are able to thrive and prosper. Though heavy haul container trucking companies are mostly associated with cargo that doesn’t breathe and isn’t living (although food grade logistics treads that line very carefully), that was not the case on one cargo truck’s journey last month.
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Reverse Logistics and Navigating the Online Marketplace
Most entities in the commercial sales industry have leaped readily into the world of buying and selling goods and resource materials via the online marketplace. It has its monetary advantages for business owners and satisfies the desire for an easy and convenient means of shopping.
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Consider Transportation Companies With Licensed Warehouses
Having a quality product is usually the first thing on most enterprising company’s minds when they develop and start production. What some forget to consider is that if they cannot get the product to their desired location safely and reliably, then the care that went into manufacturing the goods may all be for naught. Once a shipment is reported, you made need to move your goods to an inland licensed warehouse. This way your product can be moved beyond borders without clearing customs
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The Importance of Trade Between the U.S. and Canada
The United States and Canada have been trading goods for decades. The number of imports and exports between the countries has grown over the years, and they have maintained a healthy trade relationship despite changes in the currency exchange. Plenty of good things come from this relationship for both countries, and it’s important to recognize the significance of those benefits. This helps to ensure that the trade continues and that both places continue to thrive as they work together.
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Warehousing for Truckers and the Benefits
​In Canada, the processed food and beverage industry is the second largest industry. The value of manufactured goods production topped $105 billion in 2014. Trucking keeps the economy moving and as Vancouver island trucking companies are aware: good warehousing makes possible brisk business. The following four tips to consider when choosing the right warehousing facility.
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Warehousing Woes: 3 Reasons You Shouldn’t Take The Reins Yourself
Container trucking companies are heavily relied upon to transport consumer products and foodstuffs across Canada’s expansive land; the trucking industry is worth over $65 billion, revealing just how crucial it is to the nation’s logistics. If you own a business that sells a physical product, you undoubtedly utilize heavy haul carriers to handle your commercial logistics and may be considering cutting out the middleman by buying a warehouse of your own.
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Questions To Ask Your Potential Container Trucking Company
Finding the right container trucking company can seem like a daunting task. You need to ask the right questions and be sure you can trust your carrier with your warehousing and distribution needs. But what exactly should you look for when navigating through a long list of logistics companies?
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Canada’s Truck Driver’s Training: What To Expect
Trade and Transportation Corridors Initiative planning to invest $2 billion in Canada’s transportation infrastructure over the next decade, but they are also looking to push for more incentives that container trucking companies can offer new drivers. If you think the commercial logistics (or warehousing and distribution) industry could be a good fit for you, here’s what you can expect from your training.
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Benefits of Using a Bonded Warehouse for Imports and Exports in Canada
According to the Canadian Trucking Alliance, trucking is a $65 billion industry. It creates jobs for over 400,000 workers, including nearly a quarter of a million drivers. The Trade and Transportation Corridors Initiative is expected to spend as much as $2 billion in the next 10 years to improve the flow and efficiency of Canada’s infrastructure.
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What Are The Benefits Of Outsourcing A Trucking Company?
It’s no secret that sometimes businesses need help moving their bottom line forward. By outsourcing various parts of your company to other businesses, you can find the solutions to problems that have been plaguing your company with great results. Outsourcing a trucking company for your business’ transportation services can help your company save time and effort trying to distribute your products on your own. Not sold just yet? Consider the following benefits of outsourcing trucking companies fo
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Vancouver 3PL Warehousing The Benefits of Cross Docking and Transloading
As a business in Vancouver, you understand the importance of having efficient and reliable logistics processes in place. One area where many businesses struggle is with warehouse operations. Third-party logistics (3PL) providers specialize in providing a wide range of logistics services, including warehousing, to businesses of all sizes. One of the key services that 3PL providers offer is cross-docking and transloading.
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Woman Driver Shortage A Major Problem For Canada’s Trucking Industry
The Canadian trucking industry is facing a problem. Despite the fact that it’s valued at over $65 billion and employs more than 260,000 drivers, only a startling 3% of those are women. Due to the fact that trucking has historically been associated with men, the few women who do work in the heavy haul and logistics business have decided something needs to change.
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Planned Ballpark At Port Of Oakland Could Disrupt Transportation Between U.S. And Canada
Because our commercial logistics are so intertwined, carrier and transportation companies should pay attention to any major changes that take place in America. Currently, the biggest problem has to do with the construction of a new ballpark — in the Charles P. Howard Terminal in the Port of Oakland.
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