Freight News

If you are a small business owner, you understand how important it is to partner with the right freight shipping service provider. A good freight shipping partner will take the time to evaluate and audit your business’s current shipping needs and opportunities before creating a cost-effective solution tailored specifically to your small business. Some freight... READ MORE

At C&D Logistics, we recently launched our new International Shipping Department which allows us to guide our clients through a complete range of international freight services. Through global supply chain management, ocean freight, air freight and project cargo, we can help our clients grow their business internationally. Last month a new trade deal was created... READ MORE

Understanding the differences between full truckload shipping and less-than-truckload shipping is important for businesses looking to improve their bottom line. Knowing when to use each type of shipping method is beneficial for both cost savings and improved shipping efficiencies. At C&D Logistics, we will match your business’s freight needs with a certified logistics partner in... READ MORE

C&D Logistics specializes in logistics and shipping services throughout North America and around the world. With over 17 years of industry experience, we know that understanding the differences between shipping and logistics is important for good business. Nevertheless, many of us choose to use the terms interchangeably despite the significant differences between them. In order... READ MORE

C&D Logistics is excited to announce that Brandon Toothill has joined our team as Vice President, Global Development. Brandon has a Bachelor of Commerce Degree from Royal Roads University, has completed his Advanced CIFFA Certificate (Certified International Freight Forwarder) and is currently working towards his CCLP designation (Certified Logistics Professional). With 10 years of experience... READ MORE

When freight shipping has no required delivery time, and can afford a longer transit, rail shipping is a cost-effective way for businesses to positively impact their bottom line. Although reducing freight costs with rail shipping does not make sense for all logistical situations businesses are often able to save big when using rail for long-distance... READ MORE

Without a game-plan freight shipping can quickly evolve into a challenging, complex and expensive burden for businesses of all sizes. Freight shipping and logistics should be strategically planned, operated and audited like all other areas of business to determine whether or not there are opportunities for development and improvement. One of the key areas of... READ MORE

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

More big news at C&D Logistics this month! Our team is proud to announce that our President and CEO, Dana Matheson, has been recognized as one of Business in Vancouver’s top Forty Under 40. This is an incredible achievement for Dana and the entire C&D Logistics team. Dana’s unprecedented passion and commitment towards the shipping... READ MORE

With so much of our attention often focused on the logistics, arrival times, and cost management related to shipping, we often forget about the importance of shipping documents. Unfortunately, the mismanagement of shipping documents is one of the most common causes for holdups and delays occurring throughout the process. If you are shipping across the... READ MORE