The Covid-19 pandemic left lasting effects on freight transporters, leaving companies continually responding to the unique crisis as new information arises. With an unprecedented increase in demand for services and goods and a decrease in the supply of vehicles and drivers, the rapid rise of e-commerce and at-home deliveries has significantly impacted the freight transportation…
In today’s competitive marketplace, companies must offer flexible shipping options to keep up with consumer demands. Considering the diverse types of goods available today and the ease of ordering items, a one-size-fits-all shipping option is impossible. Many industries rely on a transport and logistics company to move their products to consumers, across town, and the…
Full Truckload (FTL) transportation is when a client uses the full capacity of a 48- to the 53-foot trailer to transport their freight. While a 53-foot trailer can fit around 30 pallets and 45,000 lbs of freight, FTL transportation can be a useful shipping option if you’re transporting 6 or more pallets, or if your…
Freight transportation and shipping is how different cargo, goods, and commodities are moved across the world. This can be by land, sea, or air, although a good deal of transport in the United States involves moving cargo via truck and trailer, as well as via railroad cars. Get a Free Freight Quote How Does Freight…
Dry van trucking is generally the most common form of freight transportation. “Dry van” is the term used to refer to the type of vehicle that is used to haul cargo.This is the type of truck that you typically see with large storage containers being towed on the highway. Many industries use dry van trucks…
Shipping perishable freight is a sensitive process that involves proper packaging, temperature control, and a short enough delivery window so that the freight does not spoil. Products like food, pharmaceuticals, plants, and personal products need to be shipped quickly to the end-user in order to maintain their freshness. While non-perishable items are most often shipped…
East Coast Transport, LLC, based in Paulsboro, NJ with offices in Arkansas and Florida, is proud to announce that John Latta has joined our team as Chief Operating Officer. John is a seasoned and trusted leader who consistently drives results. John is uniquely qualified, adding his 20+ years’ experience in transportation to drive strategic prioritization…