In the latest episode of "The Freight Caviar Podcast", we sit down with Cameron Ramsdell, the CEO of Armstrong Transport Group. He discusses strategies for protecting your business against fraud and how he grew Armstrong by 60% in one year.
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Over 60 small trucking companies face significant debt as Transplus Freight files for bankruptcy, highlighting the challenging dynamics within the logistics sector.
Mississippi-based firm, Transplus Freight System Inc., files for bankruptcy liquidation, leaving over 60 small trucking companies collectively in millions of dollars of debt. Citing assets of up to $50,000 and liabilities between $1 million and $10 million, Transplus has announced no funds will be available for unsecured creditors post-administrative fees. Amid a year of declining freight volumes and rates, this move starkly underlines the mounting challenges and uncertainties for trucking companies and freight brokerages.
Special damages, also known as consequential damages, are extra costs not automatically covered by the carrier. They arise from the consequences of damaged or delayed freight. Here's what brokers and shippers need to know.
Darren also revealed they’re developing a new platform designed exclusively for carriers.
In 2023, the top 10 brokerages earned $53.25 billion in gross revenue. In 2024, that figure dropped to $43.77 billion — an almost 18% decrease.
Revealed through a detailed look at data from ISO's network of brokers. Explore key insights from the ISO Service Index Benchmark Report.
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