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Shipping & Freight
High ImpactOct 11, 2026

78% of Retailers Ship Freight but Manage it Separately from Parcel

A comprehensive analysis of U.S. retail merchants by ShipStation reveals a critical structural gap in shipping operations: while 78% of retailers now handle less-than-truckload (LTL) freight shipments

presspublications.com#ltl-shipping#parcel-freight#shipping-optimization
Shipping & Freight
ModerateOct 11, 2026

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

ClickPost#ohio-logistics#international-shipping#freight-carriers
Shipping & Freight
ModerateSep 30, 2026

Amazon Expands LTL Capabilities with Pre-Negotiated Rates

Amazon announced expanded logistics capabilities for oversized items during its Accelerate 2026 event, introducing pre-negotiated less-than-truckload (LTL) rates and regional delivery pricing models.

Supply Chain Dive#amazon-logistics#ltl-shipping#bulky-package-delivery
Shipping & Freight
ModerateSep 23, 2026

Chicago Truckload Rates Climb as EASE Logistics Expands

EASE Logistics' expansion into the Chicago market arrives at a time when truckload rates continue their upward trajectory across North America. The entry of a new carrier into this competitive metropo

GlobeNewswire#truckload-rates#chicago-logistics#freight-cost-pressure
Shipping & Freight
High ImpactSep 13, 2026

Amazon Expands LTL Shipping to All Businesses Nationwide

Amazon has opened its less-than-truckload (LTL) shipping service to all businesses, marking a significant expansion beyond its core e-commerce operations and existing logistics partnerships. This move

freightwaves.com#amazon-logistics#ltl-shipping#less-than-truckload
Shipping & Freight
Low ImpactSep 10, 2026

L-5 Transportation Expands Regional Freight Routes

L-5 Transportation, based in Owosso, Michigan, operates as a regional freight carrier moving goods across North America. This article represents routine operational coverage of an established transpor

The Argus-Press#regional-trucking#freight-carrier#owosso-michigan
Technology & Innovation
ModerateSep 4, 2026

ShipStation Merges Freight and Parcel Into Unified Platform

ShipStation Global has launched a unified shipping platform that consolidates freight and parcel services into a single interface, addressing a long-standing operational fragmentation in mid-market lo

FreightWaves#shipstation-global#freight-parcel-integration#shipping-platform
Technology & Innovation
ModerateSep 3, 2026

ShipStation LTL Launch Streamlines Shipping for SMBs

ShipStation has launched a less-than-truckload (LTL) shipping capability, marking a significant expansion of its platform to serve small and medium-sized businesses managing partial shipments. This de

FreightWaves#ltl-shipping#shipstation#smb-logistics
Shipping & Freight
ModerateSep 1, 2026

ShipStation Bundles LTL into Parcel Platform, First Major Integration

ShipStation has achieved a significant milestone by integrating less-than-truckload (LTL) freight services directly into its parcel shipping platform, making it the first major platform to offer this

freightwaves.com#ltl-shipping#parcel-consolidation#shipstation
Procurement
ModerateAug 27, 2026

Advance Auto Parts Saves Millions Through Strategic Carrier Rebidding

Advance Auto Parts has launched a competitive rebidding process for its carrier contracts, positioning the company to achieve significant cost reductions in its transportation spend, potentially tens

Supply Chain Dive#carrier-contracts#transportation-costs#procurement-strategy
Shipping & Freight
Low ImpactAug 12, 2026

Saia Earns Customer Awards in Two Freight Categories

Saia has received customer recognition in two freight categories, reflecting strong operational performance and service delivery. This award recognition signals that the carrier has maintained competi

stocktitan.net#carrier-awards#saia-inc#freight-performance
Shipping & Freight
Low ImpactAug 12, 2026

LTL Shipping Explained: Cost-Effective Guide for Shippers

This article provides foundational educational content explaining Less-Than-Truckload (LTL) shipping, a critical transportation mode for businesses moving partial truck loads. LTL services consolidate

BBN Times#ltl-shipping#less-than-truckload#trucking-guide
Shipping & Freight
ModerateJul 22, 2026

A. Duie Pyle Expands Box Truck Services for Surging Freight Demand

A. Duie Pyle, a major transportation and logistics provider, is emphasizing its box truck services as a strategic response to accelerating demand for flexible freight capabilities. This announcement r

GlobeNewswire#box-truck-services#flexible-freight#ltl-shipping
Shipping & Freight
High ImpactJul 21, 2026

NMFC Freight Classification Reform 2026: What LTL Shippers Must Know

The National Motor Freight Classification (NMFC) system is undergoing significant reforms set to take effect in 2026, marking a structural shift in how less-than-truckload (LTL) freight is categorized

GetTransport.com#nmfc-classification#ltl-shipping#freight-reform-2026
Shipping & Freight
ModerateJul 6, 2026

Lovesac Shifts to Contract Freight Amid Rising Fuel Costs

Lovesac, a furniture and home goods retailer, is responding to elevated fuel costs by transitioning to contract freight arrangements rather than relying on spot market pricing. This tactical shift ref

Supply Chain Dive#fuel-costs#contract-freight#ltl-shipping