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This past week Global Source Logistics was announced as the #2 largest agency in the entire GlobalTranz network. This is a tremendous honor. We would like to thank all of our employees and especially all of our customers. We could not have done it without you.

Last month I listed a few ideas to help keep your freight safe while in transit - click here to read Part 1. Here are a few more ways to help your freight arrive safely. Keep any loose items secured.   Hoses, cords, arms, handles, etc., all need to be secured so they...

When you’re preparing your freight to be shipped, you want to keep several things in mind to help get it to its final destination safely. Pack for safe transport.  This may seem obvious, but consider that a move that’s just going across town will be handled...

One of the most common rebills we see is due to an inaccurate weight listed on the bill of lading.  If at all possible, weigh your freight every time it leaves your facility.  While this isn’t always practical or possible, it’s better than guessing and getting a...

I’ve written quite a bit about NMFC’s and freight classes in the past, and the importance of having the correct information, but I haven’t touched on how NMFC’s can change, along with freight classes.  At Global Source Logistics, we have a program that can access the...

LTL or Less-Than-Truckload is typically defined as 6 or fewer standard sized pallets, with weight up to 10,000 lbs. and is transported by a common carrier (UPS Freight, SAIA, USF Reddaway, etc.).  If you are moving up to 26 pallets or up to 40,000 lbs., that is a...

Freight Class and NMFC's are two of the most confusing pieces of the freight-shipping puzzle, but they are also two of the more important parts. If you use the incorrect NMFC (National Motor Freight Classification) or freight class, you are risking either a re-bill...

Freight companies are finding more and more ways to get every penny out of us they can. Here’s a list of some common items that could trigger a ‘red flag’ and finding yourself with higher freight costs. By choosing these accessorial fees while creating the BOL vs....

Do you sometimes need your freight to arrive quicker than regular LTL, or possibly handled with White Glove Service*? Do you ship big, bulky items that are a freight class 150 or higher? If so, contact Global Source Logistics directly for more pricing options through...