Tag: Cargo

From an Elephant to Human Remains and Tombstones: The Strangest Cargo Traveling on Highways Without You Noticing

f you’ve ever driven behind a semi-truck on a long stretch of highway, you’ve probably wondered what’s inside. Most of us assume it’s groceries, appliances, or construction materials. But America’s roads are full of surprises—and some of the cargo is far more bizarre, valuable, or downright surreal than you’d expect. From live bees and priceless […]

3,625 cargo thefts were recorded in the U.S. and Canada in 2024

Cargo theft activity in the United States and Canada reached historic levels, increasing by 27% in 2024. The latest report from Verisk CargoNet shows that cargo theft activity in the United States and Canada reached historic levels in 2024. During the year, a total of 3,625 theft incidents were reported, marking a 27% increase compared […]

Sunny outlook: optimism for the transportation market this summer

The Outbound Tender Volume Index shows an increase of over 7.1% The Outbound Tender Volume Index (OTVI) serves as a record of electronic requests from shippers to carriers, primarily in long-term contracts. This index has shown an increase between May 26th and June 3rd, of over 7.1%, highlighting one of the largest increases in demand […]

Protecting the roads: National Secure Your Cargo Day

On June 6th, the National Secure Your Load Day is commemorated as a safety campaign about the risks of unsecured loads An unsecured load poses a risk to both the driver and other vehicles sharing the road. Annually, on June 6th, the National Secure Your Load Day is commemorated, a safety campaign founded in 2004 […]

Disruptions in freight transport following Suez Canal problems

This scenario affects the efficiency and speed of shipping worldwide. The Suez Canal, a crucial maritime route connecting the Mediterranean Sea to the Red Sea, has been facing significant challenges since mid-November due to attacks by Houthi rebels from Yemen, backed by Iran. This has led to increased maritime transportation costs, with major container companies […]