Freight Shipping Resources

Guidance to keep your business freight moving forward

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What is partial truckload (PTL) shipping?

Knowing when to use partial truckload (PTL) freight can be confusing. Check out our blog for expert tips!

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How To Start a Successful 3PL Relationship

It’s important to ask the right questions before starting a 3PL relationship. Read our blog to get tips and resources!

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Bill of Lading for LTL and FTL Freight Shipping

Your bill of lading is an important document that gets your shipment where it needs to go. Learn more about your BOL!

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How To Forecast Freight Fuel Surcharges

Freight fuel surcharges can be unpredictable. Check out our blog for tips on to how forecast them and save money.

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Your Guide To Expedited Freight Modes

When you need shipments moved fast, selecting a freight mode isn’t always easy. Worldwide Express can help!

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Freight Documents Guide for Each Freight Mode

It can be difficult to understand what documents each freight mode requires. Our Freight Documentation Guide can help!

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How a 3PL Strengthens Your Supply Chain Resilience

A resilient supply chain is crucial for all shippers. Learn how a 3PL can identify risks & assess opportunities for you!

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Choosing a 3PL Provider for Blind Shipping

Blind shipping can be a wise addition to your logistics. But it can be difficult to navigate. Learn how a 3PL can help!

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Freight Class Changes 2025: What You Need to Know

There will be major changes to how shippers class their freight in 2025. Get a look and learn how we can help.

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Intermodal vs. Multimodal Freight Shipping

Intermodal & multimodal shipping provide businesses with logistics solutions. But each has pros & cons. Learn more!

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Blind Shipping: Solutions for Inventory Challenges

Blind shipping allows products to be shipped directly from supplier to customer, helping with inventory. Learn more!

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Who pays tariffs on imports & what are tariffs?

Tariffs impact global trade, driving up costs and disrupting supply chains. Learn how to reduce risks due to tariffs.

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White-Glove Shipping for Valuable Freight

Need careful handling for valuable shipments? Learn about white-glove shipping for specialized care.

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Types of Cargo Theft (and What to Do if It Happens to You)

Cargo theft can be a nightmare. Learn about common types of freight theft and what you can do to recover and prevent it in the future.

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My Freight Got Rejected! What Now?

Rejected freight is never fun, but it’s important to know why refused loads happen and what to do to quickly resolve them.

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Packaging Tips for White Glove Shipments

White glove shipping is great for high-value freight. Packaging for these shipments is important. Learn more our guide!

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7 Pro Tips for LTL Freight Optimization

LTL freight optimization can help you ship smarter. Get seven pro tips from the experts at Worldwide Express!

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Get Top White-Glove Shipping at Worldwide Express

Learn how Worldwide Express and its network of freight carriers provide shippers with top-notch white-glove shipping!

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8 Questions About FTL Freight Shipping

Check out our 8-question FAQ to learn ever thing you need to know about FTL freight shipping.

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A Mid-2024 Freight Recession Update

As the freight recession lingers, Worldwide Express gives you an update to keep you informed on the issues concerning the downturn. Get the latest info here!

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Transform Freight Shipping With a TMS Platform

A TMS helps you increase efficiency and save money. Learn about these platforms and how they help you excel at freight.

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Your Checklist To Finding a New Freight Carrier

Asking the right questions is key to finding a new freight carrier. Learn which ones to ask in our checklist!

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Spot vs contract freight: What’s right for you?

Spot and contract freight rates both have pros and cons for shippers. Check out our blog to see which is right for you.

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5 Tips To Survive the Continuing Freight Recession

The freight recession continues to upend the shipping industry in many ways. Get tips on how to manage it and stay profitable.

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How 3PLs Help Combine Outbound & Inbound Logistics

Services that consolidate inbound and outbound freight can save you money. See how dedicated carriers and 3PLs can help!

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How a 3PL Can Help Navigate White Glove Shipping

White glove logistics can increase profits. But managing these solutions can be difficult. Learn how a 3PL can help!

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Using White Glove Shipping To Improve Your Brand

Companies expect white glove delivery. Learn why it’s important and how to incorporate it into your shipping strategy!

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Freight Recession Myths Debunked + Shipping Tips

The freight recession has had a huge impact on shipping. Get the latest and learn how to protect your business.

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How 3PL Freight Services Help Shippers

A 3PL can help you with a full suite of shipping options, technology solutions and carrier relationships. Learn more!

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Get Access To Top Freight Shipping Services

Worldwide Express is a top 3PL provider of freight shipping services — from LTL shipping to FTL freight solutions.

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What To Look For in Expedited Freight Providers

Expedited freight shipping delivers products fast. Check out our guide on how to pick an expedited freight partner!

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Are you missing out by shipping LTL vs FTL?

LTL shipping has many great benefits, but you could be missing out by not utilizing FTL shipping, as well.

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