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Freight exchange

Definition, usage and benefits of a freight exchange platform

A freight exchange is a digital platform for the transportation and logistics industry. It connects shippers, carriers, freight brokers, logistics service providers, and other stakeholders in a centralised marketplace where they can exchange information and services.  The platform offers a range of helpful features, such as load posting, freight bidding, real-time tracking and visibility, document …

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Freight forwarders

Freight forwarders: who are they and what is their role?

A freight forwarders arrange the shipment of goods from one place to another on behalf of a shipper. They act as middlemen between the shipper and the carrier. Many people confuse freight forwarders with shippers or carriers and consider them an unnecessary expense. However, freight forwarders have a unique and vital role in the transportation …

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Shipper: role, obligations and challenges in the transport industry

A shipper is a person or company that sends products via transportation. Their role in the transportation industry is to ensure that products move from one location to another safely and on time.  Shippers are the ones who own or produce the goods. Therefore, they’re responsible for choosing the most efficient method to transport their …

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