#carrier-selection
(44 articles)2026 Top 100 Truckers: Leaders Thriving Through Tech & Efficiency
Inbound Logistics' 2026 Top 100 Truckers list identifies the carriers that are successfully navigating a turbulent freight market by prioritizing technology investment, operational efficiency, and ser
Supreme Court Ruling Shifts Safety Burden to Freight Brokers
The Supreme Court's unanimous decision in Montgomery v. Caribe Transport II fundamentally changes how freight brokers manage legal risk. Previously shielded by the Federal Aviation Administration Act,
China Freight Forwarding vs. Global Carriers: Strategic Comparison
The article compares the advantages and disadvantages of selecting China-based freight forwarding companies against established global carriers. This strategic choice affects how companies structure t
Top 10 Ohio International Shipping Companies for 2026
Ohio's logistics market continues to strengthen as a critical hub for North American supply chains, with the state handling over 1 billion tons of freight annually and maintaining its position as one
Old Dominion, Daylight Transport Win Top LTL Survey Honors Again
Old Dominion and Daylight Transport have secured top positions in a recent LTL (less-than-truckload) industry survey, reinforcing their status as market leaders in regional freight transportation. Thi
Old Dominion Dominates LTL Survey for 17th Consecutive Year
Old Dominion Freight Line has secured the top national less-than-truckload carrier ranking for the 17th consecutive year, according to the annual Mastio & Co. survey, which evaluates customer value an
Old Dominion Wins Top LTL Quality Award for 17th Year
Old Dominion Freight Line has been selected by LTL shippers as the top national carrier for quality for the 17th consecutive year, underscoring its sustained competitive advantage in the less-than-tru
Top Trucking Companies in Seattle, WA: FTL, LTL & Freight Services
This article profiles the leading trucking and freight service providers operating in the Seattle, Washington region, covering full truckload (FTL), less-than-truckload (LTL), and specialized freight
CH Robinson Faces Racketeering Suit Over Carrier Award Process
CH Robinson, the country's largest freight broker, faces a federal racketeering complaint filed by six family-owned trucking companies over the integrity of its Carrier of the Year awards program. The
CH Robinson faces racketeering suit from trucking firms
CH Robinson and Total Quality Logistics face a significant legal challenge from six trucking companies alleging systematic racketeering through the use of allegedly non-compliant carriers to win freig
Top Trucking Services in Chicago: Choose Your Best Freight Partner
ClickPost has published a guide identifying 15 leading trucking and freight service providers operating in the Chicago metropolitan area, a major logistics hub for North American commerce. This resour
Amazon Faces Lawsuit Over Carrier Vetting Failures in New Mexico Crash
A lawsuit filed against Amazon exposes significant gaps in carrier vetting procedures within its Amazon Relay network. The case centers on Road Warriors Logistics, which was contracted to haul Amazon
Michigan Trucking Companies Guide: Optimize Your Supply Chain
ClickPost has published a guide highlighting leading trucking companies operating in Michigan, positioning the state as a key logistics hub in the Midwest. This resource-style article aims to help sup
Top 20 US Trucking Companies: Freight & Logistics Guide 2024
ClickPost has published a curated list of the top 20 trucking companies operating across the United States, providing supply chain professionals with a reference guide for carrier selection and freigh
Build Defensible Carrier Selection Process for Freight Brokers
This article addresses a critical pain point for freight brokers and shippers: the need for structured, defensible carrier selection methodologies. Rather than relying on informal relationships or tra
Top Shipping Companies in Houston: Best Carriers for Delivery
ClickPost has published a comparative guide ranking the top 10 shipping and delivery companies serving the Houston market. This type of vendor evaluation resource helps shippers and logistics managers
Electronics & Fragile Goods Shipping: Carrier Options 2026
Alibaba.com has published a comprehensive guide addressing the operational complexities of shipping specialized cargo categories, electronics, fragile goods, and heavy items. This content serves as a
CMT's New Safety Platform Reshapes Carrier Selection
Cambridge Mobile Telematics introduced Freight Safety Intelligence in September, a new platform that provides freight brokers with 90-day rolling driving behavior analytics and carrier safety scores d
8 Transportation Strategies for Ecommerce Shipping Success
Inbound Logistics has published a strategic guide outlining eight foundational transportation practices that ecommerce brands must adopt to remain competitive in an increasingly complex logistics envi
Stegra Selects Shipping Partners for Green Steel Plant
Stegra has announced the selection of shipping partners to support its new green steel production facility in Boden, Sweden. This strategic logistics decision signals the company's commitment to integ
Stegra Selects Leading Maritime Transport Partners
Stegra has announced the selection of leading maritime transport partners to support its logistics operations. This procurement decision reflects a strategic approach to securing reliable ocean freigh
Best Shipping Companies in Texas for International Freight 2026
This ClickPost article serves as a buyer's guide to international freight shipping services available in Texas, highlighting the competitive landscape of carriers and logistics providers serving the r
Top 20 USA Trucking Companies for Freight & Logistics
ClickPost has published a curated list of the top 20 trucking companies operating across the United States, providing supply chain professionals with a benchmarking resource for carrier selection and
Best Austin Trucking Companies: Guide to Regional Freight Providers
This article provides a curated directory of trucking companies operating in the Austin, Texas region, offering guidance for shippers and logistics managers seeking reliable regional freight partners.
Top 25 International Shipping Companies 2026 Guide
ClickPost has published a comprehensive ranking of the 25 best international shipping companies for 2026, serving as a reference guide for shippers evaluating carrier options. This curated list provid
Why Cheapest Freight Carriers Often Cost More Than Expected
The article challenges a common misconception in supply chain procurement: that the lowest freight rate is always the best choice. When carriers prioritize cost-cutting over reliability, delays downst
ShipStation Global Launches LTL Platform: Unified Shipping for SMBs
ShipStation Global has formally launched its less-than-truckload (LTL) product following the 90-day integration of Auctane and WWEX Group, marking the first phase of a multi-modal transportation platf
Amer Sports Partners with Maersk for On-Time Delivery
Amer Sports has formalized a supply chain partnership with Maersk focused on achieving consistent, on-time delivery performance. This partnership represents a strategic shift toward carrier reliabilit
Carrier Qualification Standards Reshape Freight Procurement Strategy
The freight industry faces a pivotal shift as carrier qualification standards gain prominence in procurement decision-making. Shippers are increasingly implementing rigorous qualification criteria, sp
Broker Liability Cases Expand: J.B. Hunt, AONE Face Post-Montgomery Litigation
The 3PL and freight brokerage industry faces expanding litigation over broker liability following the Supreme Court's landmark Montgomery vs. Caribe Transport II decision, which removed the federal pr
Post-Montgomery Fraud Shifts: Brokers Harden Carrier Vetting
The freight brokerage industry is experiencing a fundamental shift in how it approaches carrier fraud prevention, driven by legal precedent and market maturation. Sean Dehan of Truckstop outlines how
New BAVRA Standard Transforms Shipper Broker Selection Risk Management
Cassandra Gaines, founder of Carrier Assure, has introduced the BAVRA Standard, a 34-page framework designed to help shippers establish rigorous, defensible processes for selecting and monitoring frei
Cart.com Launches Automated Carrier Selection in Logistics Platform
Cart.com is highlighting automated carrier selection capabilities within its logistics technology platform, positioning this feature as a core differentiator for businesses seeking to optimize shippin
Navigate Shipping Disruptions: DHL's Strategic Guide for Logistics
DHL has published guidance on managing shipping disruptions, reflecting the ongoing volatility in global logistics networks. The advisory addresses how businesses can proactively prepare for and respo
Shipper of Choice Strategy: Why It Matters in Chemical Logistics
Chemical logistics represents one of the most demanding and risk-sensitive segments of freight transportation. The concept of 'Shipper of Choice' has emerged as a strategic imperative for companies ma
C.H. Robinson $604M Verdict: How Broker Liability Rules Just Changed
C.H. Robinson recently absorbed a $604 million verdict in a multi-fatality 2021 crash case, with a Dallas County jury finding the broker 23% liable under a novel vicarious liability theory, treating t
Reliability Emerges as Shipping's Most Critical Competitive Advantage
The maritime industry is experiencing a fundamental shift in how value is measured and negotiated. While cost has traditionally dominated carrier selection criteria, reliability, encompassing on-time
3PL Stocks Plummet After $604M Texas Verdict Against C.H. Robinson
C.H. Robinson and the broader 3PL industry face a watershed moment following a Texas jury's $604 million compensatory damages award in Lipe vs. Lupus Superior, a case stemming from a fatal 2021 crash
C.H. Robinson Faces $604M Verdict in Carrier Selection Case
C.H. Robinson, one of North America's largest freight brokers and 3PL providers, has been dealt a significant financial blow with a $604 million advisory verdict in a negligent carrier selection case.
Transportvibe Launches AI Shipping Assistant with TrustScore
Transportvibe is introducing an AI-driven shipping assistant designed to streamline the freight booking process and improve carrier selection through a novel TrustScore ratings system. This product la
Supreme Court Montgomery Ruling Tightens Freight Broker Vetting Standards
The Supreme Court's Montgomery ruling has established a significant precedent that raises due diligence expectations for freight brokers when selecting and vetting carriers. This decision, discussed a
Carrier Selection Under Scrutiny: What Shippers Need to Know
Carrier selection has become an increasingly critical focus area for shippers and logistics professionals as market conditions, service reliability, and cost pressures intensify. The transportation in
Supreme Court Ruling Reshapes Broker Liability in Carrier Selection
A recent Supreme Court ruling on broker negligent selection is reshaping freight litigation and forcing the industry to confront the inadequacy of basic carrier vetting practices. The case, championed
How Top LTL Carriers Build Competitive Advantage Through Operations
Old Dominion Freight Line's sustained leadership in LTL quality rankings reflects a deliberate, multi-layered operational strategy that extends far beyond competitive pricing. The carrier's 16-year tr