One of the biggest topics in the logistics world this month is how the latest round of tariff increases will impact the industry — and the global supply chain at large. With the U.S. imposing new tariffs on a wide range of Chinese imports, and China signaling potential retaliatory measures, the risk of a renewed […]
With the spring peak season right around the corner, are we heading into a bit of uncertainty in specific markets? While 2024 was a recovery year for the market, there are some factors that could affect stability this spring season. Factors like tariffs, oil prices, seasonal demand, and the strength of consumer markets could affect […]
The National Motor Freight Traffic Association (NMFTA) is set to introduce significant changes to the freight classification system in 2025, particularly for commodities where density is the primary freight characteristic. These updates aim to streamline the classification process, ensuring more accurate freight pricing and improved cost efficiency for Less-Than-Truckload (LTL) shipments. For businesses that rely […]
In today’s fast-paced supply chain environment, businesses need efficient, cost-effective, and reliable transportation solutions. Managing freight in-house can be complex, time-consuming, and expensive. That’s where a freight broker comes in. By leveraging extensive carrier networks and industry expertise, a freight broker can streamline your logistics operations and help your business thrive. Here are some key […]
Trump announced a 25% increase in tariffs effective February 1, 2025 between Canada, Mexico, and the USA. This will be detrimental to the automotive industry and our food costs are going to increase. In addition, we receive oil from Canada, so expect fuel costs to increase as well. The proposed 25% increase in tariffs between […]
This past holiday retail season was one that exceeded expectations. Consumers had a willingness to spend, despite some economic uncertainty which had a direct impact on most sectors of the market as demand was high. Some sectors saw tighter capacity and increased pricing power during the peak season. Port Strike Update: Dockworkers on the East […]
With 2024 rapidly coming to a close, we can see that the transportation industry had a solid year as a whole. Now having recovered from some of the tumultuous geopolitical situations that presented earlier in the year, as well as recent labor disputes, it looks to be a quieter finish to the year. Ocean Freight […]
Less-than-truckload (LTL) shipping is typically the most cost-effective solution for transporting smaller loads. As a general guideline, shipping fewer than 10 pallets at a time makes LTL the most economical option. However, LTL shipments can be complex due to their unique characteristics. In today’s market, with freight volumes surpassing available capacity, collaborating closely with your […]
In today’s fast-paced business world, agility is not a luxury—it’s a necessity. Whether you’re moving freight across the country or managing a high-stakes project, your logistics partner needs the ability to adapt quickly, secure capacity, and deliver results, no matter the circumstances. At Red Arrow Logistics, we understand that your business depends on reliable, flexible […]
Demand continues to be stable and retail sales have grown consecutively for 52 months. With Halloween being a bigger holiday season than ever before, consumers made retail purchases for this holiday that helped drive demand in September and October. Looking ahead, there is no evidence that there will be a slack in the upcoming months […]