Freight News - Category: Shipping Innovation
Shipping Hazardous Goods
The shipment of hazardous goods and materials often poses a unique challenge to businesses. There are many distinct rules and regulations that must be followed when shipping hazardous materials. In order to ensure that they reach their appropriate destination in the safest, most efficient way possible, it is imperative that business owners familiarize themselves with...... READ MORE
When to Use Air Freight: 3 Things to Consider
There are many variables to consider when choosing an appropriate shipping method for your business. Selecting air freight over ocean freight can significantly impact the speed, reliability, and bottom line of your shipping logistics. Three of the top things to consider when choosing air freight are: speed, size, and potential environmental impact. At C&D Logistics we’ve...... READ MORE
What is a curtain side truck?
When shipping freight there is a wide range of equipment that can be used to complete the job. Flat decks, dry vans and refrigerated trucks all have their advantages, however curtain side trucks can combine these advantages. With a curtain side truck you can get the protection of a dry van, with the convenience of...... READ MORE
The Benefits of Going Driverless
In the second of this two-part series exploring both sides of the autonomous vehicle movement, we assess the benefits of driverless vehicles. The driverless car has broad implications for society, for the economy and for individual businesses. In the US alone, it is projected that driverless cars one day will generate approximately $2 trillion a...... READ MORE
Driverless Trucks: Not Ready to Deliver
In this two-part series, we’ll explore both sides of the autonomous vehicle movement, starting with the hurdles that need to be cleared before they take over the highways. As a third-party logistics provider, we’re always on the lookout for ways to improve safety and efficiency, enhance service, and reduce costs. A current hot topic in...... READ MORE