Month: September 2025

The Importance of Dimensioning Systems In the world of shipping, unexpected costs can quickly spiral out of control, putting a significant dent in your profits. One common source of these unforeseen charges is freight reclassification. But what if there was a way to drastically reduce these costs and improve your bottom line? Enter the pallet… Continue reading Dimensioning Systems: The #1 Investment to Revolutionize Shipping

Dimensioning Systems are now a necessity for forwarders, carriers, and shippers. In the freight industry, every day is a new challenge. Whether you’re navigating the intricacies of shipping and logistics, or grappling with the constant need for accuracy, speed, and cost-effectiveness, you understand that innovation is the key to overcoming these hurdles. That’s where the… Continue reading How FreightSnap’s Dimensioning Systems are Addressing Common Challenges in the Freight Industry

Apples recently topped the USDA’s commodity list, making up roughly 12% of national truckload volume. The main apple-producing states are Washington, New York, Michigan, North Carolina, and California. California’s apple production is nearing its yearly high, and growers expect a larger harvest this year despite considerable market hurdles. California’s Gala apples, in particular, gain a… Continue reading Reefer report: The apple picking season is underway in California’s Central Valley

In July 2025, the Logistics Managers’ Index (LMI) registered a reading of 59.2, indicating continued—but moderating—expansion in the logistics sector. From a truckload carrier’s perspective, the standout trend is the growing divide between small and large firms, with smaller logistics companies driving much of the industry’s momentum (LMI: 62.1 vs. 56.2 for large firms). These… Continue reading Dry van report: Truckload sector rides inventory wave as small firms power logistics growth

Authorities in the U.S. and Canada seized more than $90 million worth of narcotics in a series of truck inspections last month, uncovering massive shipments of cocaine and methamphetamine concealed in commercial loads of roses, broccoli and aluminum burr. $32M in cocaine seized at Canada’s Blue Water BridgeOfficers with the Canada Border Services Agency stopped… Continue reading Border drug busts in US, Canada top $90M in August