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Why You Should Outsource Your LTL Shipping to a 3PL | Red Arrow Logistics
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Benefits of Outsourcing LTL Freight to a Third-Party Logistics (3PL) Company

  • April 8, 2025
Freight is More Than Just Trucks and Rates—It’s About Strategy Effective logistics goes beyond simply booking a truck at the best rate. True success requires a deep understanding of the freight market to improve efficiency, reduce costs, and enhance performance. By outsourcing logistics services like LTL (Less-Than-Truckload) shipping to a trusted third-party logistics provider (3PL), […]
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Preparing for LTL Class Changes in 2025

  • March 12, 2025
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 […]
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8 Effective Strategies to Streamline Your LTL Freight Operations

  • December 13, 2024
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 […]
Why Agility is the Key to Success in Logistics
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Why Agility is the Key to Success in Logistics

  • December 3, 2024
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 […]
5 Common Mistakes to Avoid in LTL Shipping
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5 Common Mistakes to Avoid in LTL Shipping

  • November 8, 2024
LTL (Less-Than-Truckload) shipping is a cost-effective solution for businesses that don’t require a full truckload for their shipments. However, because it involves sharing truck space with other shippers, the logistics of LTL can be complex and challenging. Even minor missteps can lead to delays, damaged goods, or unexpected costs. By understanding the most common mistakes, […]
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Negative PPI Trend for TL Slows, While LTL’s Index Gets Another Boost

  • August 20, 2024
The latest data from the Producer Price Index (PPI) reveals a significant shift in the trucking industry’s pricing dynamics. While the Truckload (TL) sector has experienced a deceleration in its negative PPI trend, the Less-than-Truckload (LTL) segment continues to see an increase in its index, signaling diverging pricing pressures within these key sectors of freight […]
Strategies to Optimize Your LTL Freight - Red Arrow Logistics
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Strategies to Optimize Your LTL Freight

  • January 26, 2024
Less-than-truckload (LTL) shipping is most often the most cost-effective option for moving smaller loads. As a rule of thumb, if you are shipping fewer than 10 pallets at a time, less than truckload will be the most cost-efficient method of transportation. However, there are several characteristics of LTL shipments that make them complex. In today’s […]
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How to Prepare for a Tight Truckload Market

  • October 5, 2023
In today’s fast-paced logistics landscape, staying ahead of the curve is crucial for shippers to ensure their cargo reaches its destination on time and within budget. With the truckload market becoming increasingly competitive and capacity tightening, it’s essential for shippers to be proactive in their approach. In this article, we’ll explore four strategies that shippers […]
Zero-Emission Freight Transport Exploring Electric Trucks
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Zero-Emission Freight Transport: Exploring Electric Trucks

  • August 18, 2023
In the quest for a greener and more sustainable future, industries across the globe are embracing innovative solutions to reduce their carbon footprint. The realm of freight transport is no exception. With concerns about climate change and environmental impact growing, the logistics sector is taking significant strides toward a more eco-friendly approach. One of the […]
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Five Questions To Ask Your LTL Carrier

  • August 10, 2023
In the fast-paced realm of supply chain management, selecting the right Less-Than-Truckload (LTL) carrier is a pivotal choice that can profoundly impact your business’s effectiveness and financial outcomes. Regardless of whether you’re an experienced logistics professional or a newcomer to the industry, asking the right questions can be a game-changer in optimizing your logistics processes […]