800-257-7877 info@eastcoasttransportllc.com customer login carrier login Company News From Farm to Table: How Freight Transportation Services Feed Your Family November 2, 2021ectransport COMPANY NEWS Food distribution through Freight Transportation Services is a complex system with multiple transportation modes contributing to the process. Different shipments may necessitate airplanes, barges, ocean-going ships, railcars, or trucks. Planes are usually used for valuable or perishable items, while international imports and exports move by barges and ocean-going vessels. Railcars are the second most common… READ MORE How will Freight Transportation Challenges Effect Holiday Shipping October 14, 2021ectransport COMPANY NEWS Freight transporters have faced record-breaking challenges this past year, and as the world approaches the winter holiday season, there is troubling news for retailers and shoppers alike. The rapid spread of the COVID-19 Delta variant, significant storms, and freight transporter obstacles have added significant strains to the supply chain industry, which is unlikely to see… READ MORE Covid’s Effects on Freight Transporters October 4, 2021ectransport COMPANY NEWS 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… READ MORE What to Look for in a Transport and Logistics Company? September 10, 2021ectransport INDUSTRY NEWS 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… READ MORE What is FTL in Transportation? September 3, 2021ectransport COMPANY NEWS, INDUSTRY NEWS 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… READ MORE What is Freight Transportation? August 2, 2021ectransport COMPANY NEWS, INDUSTRY NEWS 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… READ MORE What Is Dry Van Trucking? July 26, 2021ectransport COMPANY NEWS, INDUSTRY NEWS 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 and is the type of truck that you typically see with large storage containers being towed on the highway. As opposed to refrigerated shipping… READ MORE How to Ship Perishable Food May 20, 2021ectransport COMPANY NEWS, INDUSTRY NEWS As the weather gets warmer and summer approaches, perishable foods like dairy, seafood, fish fruits, vegetables, meats, and baked goods will require more care in shipping to stay fresh. The most important things to keep in mind when shipping perishables are temperature and timing. Reducing the transit time of perishable foods helps keep them chilled... READ MORE 3PL, 4PL, or 5PL Logistics Services: What’s the Difference? May 4, 2021ectransport COMPANY NEWS, INDUSTRY NEWS Now more than ever, your business needs to be operating efficiently, and you may be wondering how you can streamline your processes to save money and stay competitive. Supply chain management may not be the first thing that comes to mind when you think of areas for improvement, but it should be. Understanding 3PL, 4PL,... READ MORE Logistics of Shipping Perishable Freight May 4, 2021ectransport INDUSTRY NEWS Perishable commodities such as pharmaceuticals, food, personal products, and plants are part of everyday life. Shipping perishable freight can be challenging due to limited shelf life. Perishable goods must reach the end-user quickly while maintaining freshness. Additionally, some perishables have critical applications (i.e., vaccines). Examples of perishable freight include chocolate, dairy, fish, seafood, fruits, vegetables,... READ MORE 1 2 3 4 … 7 > Search Categories Company News Events Industry News Uncategorized Site Map Process & Technology Meet Our Team Privacy Policy Terms & Conditions Copyright © 2021. All rights reserved. East Coast Transport, LLC