When it comes to international freight, shippers need to get their products to the final destination quickly and cost-effectively. It’s of the utmost importance. But when shipping goods across continents, a critical decision comes to the fore: air or sea freight? Understanding the key differences between these two modes of transportation, along with their respective…
Category: Freight
Taking shipping logistics in a new direction
At Uber Freight, we hear from customers that our unwavering commitment to service and security sets us apart. Over the past year, we’ve intensified our efforts to combat fraud, yielding substantial benefits for shippers and also the top-notch carriers in our network. Between Q2 of 23’ and Q2 of 24’, we achieved a remarkable 60%…
Drop-and-hook services have become increasingly sought-after, offering carriers enhanced efficiency and earning potential. Uber Freight’s drop-and-hook capacity solution, Powerloop, has seen explosive growth since 2018, with more than 10,000 carriers servicing more than 220,000 loads to date. In 2023 alone, the capacity program experienced a 30% increase in load volume. Powerloop has since expanded from…
At Uber Freight, we’re focused on building new products, features, and enhancements to optimize and streamline your logistics operations. We’re thrilled to announce our inaugural technology release notes so you can peek “under the hood” and see what we’ve been building for you. Reimagining logistics management with advanced software At Deliver 2023, Uber Freight announced…
The North American rail freight market is gearing up for a significant expansion, projected at a robust 7.45% CAGR through 2028. With cost structures becoming more optimized, rail freight shipping presents an increasingly attractive proposition, especially compared to the expenses associated with long-haul trucking. Key sectors like oil and gas, mining, and chemicals are stoking the…
Drayage is a key link in the intermodal transportation chain, ensuring seamless goods transition across various domestic and international freight shipping modes—sea, rail, and road. Originally referring to transport by humble, horse-drawn carts, today’s drayage is carried out by high-capacity trucks that efficiently move containerized cargo over short distances. This advancement has greatly streamlined processes, facilitating…
What are managed transportation services? In today’s rapidly evolving logistics industry, effective transportation management plays a pivotal role in optimizing supply chain operations. Managed transportation services are a strategic solution, helping shippers alleviate the complexities of moving goods from one point to another with efficiency. Managed transportation services are a comprehensive outsourcing solution wherein businesses…
Global GDP shows a promising uptick in Q1 2024, coupled with anticipated inflation rates dipping below 3%. This outlook bodes well for the international freight sector, especially air cargo, where demand is forecasted to outpace capacity expansion, driving rates higher. Following a somewhat subdued performance in 2023, the freight industry is poised for significant growth…
Flatbed trucking is becoming the preferred transportation method for many industries when moving large, unusual, or heavy cargo. The demand for flatbed shipping services is rising due to the growth of the construction, manufacturing, and oil industries. However, as with any transportation method, there are pros and cons to consider when using flatbed trucks. What…
In the dynamic world of global trade, the movement of goods and commodities is essential, with freight shipping serving as the backbone of this process. This guide is designed to demystify the complex logistics of freight shipping, catering to businesses of all sizes—from small enterprises dispatching packages to large corporations handling vast quantities of goods….