Archive for the ‘Freight Shipping’ Category

International Specialized Trucking Services

Friday, November 3rd, 2023
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Evan Transportation offers international specialized trucking services in the Mid-Atlantic!

Does your company need a way to take its sales to the next level with international shipping? Do you work in a research lab that is collaborating with another team overseas? Are you moving your company abroad and need a company that can ship large work equipment for you? Evan Transportation, located in Baltimore, Maryland, can help you with your international shipping needs in the Mid-Atlantic. Learn more about our international specialized trucking services below, and feel free to ask us any questions you have!

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Does Outsourcing Freight Shipping Save Money?

Friday, September 8th, 2023
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Does outsourcing save your business money? Here’s how you can save.

Inflation has taken a toll on virtually every business operating over the past few years, and many companies are looking for ways to decrease their spending and save money as much as possible. One of the ways that you can start to cut back on costs is by outsourcing jobs that are not central to your business, such as transporting products by road. Does outsourcing freight shipping save money? Here’s what you need to know. 

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How To Choose A Trucking Company

Thursday, August 24th, 2023
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It’s important to take your time and choose a trucking company that suits your needs while ensuring they’re reliable.

If you’re finding yourself in need of a trucking company, you may be surprised how many options there are. The average person usually doesn’t need to ship anything that can’t be handled by the standard parcel services, but as a business owner, you may find that you need to contract a shipping company on your own to handle those freight transportation operations. But do you even know how to choose a trucking company? This is not a decision that should be taken lightly or rushed. Read on for some helpful tips to keep in mind as you navigate the process.

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Freight Transport by Road in the Mid-Atlantic

Friday, August 4th, 2023
Freight Transport by Road in the Mid-Atlantic

Shipping by road is one of the most versatile ways to transport goods; here’s why.

Freight transport by road means the delivery of goods via trucks for businesses. Freight, by definition, is any product that travels by truck, ship, rail, or plane to be sold or used at its destination. With multiple shipping options, you might wonder what the appeal of freight transport by road in the Mid-Atlantic region is. Stay tuned to find out, and feel free to ask Evan Transportation in Baltimore for more information!

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Why Hire a Regional Trucking Company?

Monday, July 3rd, 2023
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A regional trucking company could be your ticket to smooth freight transportation.

When you have deliveries that need to get to the right place at the right time, you can’t afford to get things wrong. Working with a company that provides national service can give you mixed results when you need someone with an expert idea of the area, which is where regional trucking companies can come in. What are some of the reasons you should hire a regional trucking company for your needs? 

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Shipping by Rail vs. Truck

Friday, June 16th, 2023
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Truck, train, or both? Learn the pros and cons of shipping by rail vs. truck.

Your business has grown to the point that it needs to ship large quantities of your product to different stores around the Mid-Atlantic region. You now must make the decision of how to ship your goods. In the Mid-Atlantic, rail, truck, and port are three common options. Today, we shall discuss the ins and outs of shipping by rail vs. truck, and how Evan Transportation may be able to help you.

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What Is Temperature-Controlled Shipping?

Thursday, June 8th, 2023
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In summer or winter, refrigerated shipping helps perishables reach their destination.

You have a load that you need to transport from your location to another; it could be a store, a laboratory, a medical center, a restaurant, etc. Even though it is winter, you know the product won’t survive unless it remains colder than 32 degrees Fahrenheit. Or, if it is summer, you know the goods will spoil in the heat. Regular truck beds can get very hot, especially in summer, but temperature-controlled shipping is the solution to keep your perishables intact. 

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Benefits of Full Truckload Service

Thursday, June 1st, 2023
Benefits of Full Truckload Service

Full truckload shipping has a full truckload of benefits. Is it right for you?

Evan Transportation, located in Baltimore, Maryland, is a full service trucking company that offers full truckload service. FTL service is a private freight shipping method that allows your company’s products to occupy one or more trucks without sharing space with other businesses. Why choose this trucking mode over less-than truckload service? You can find plenty of benefits of full truckload service that make it a great choice.

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How to Determine Freight Class

Thursday, May 25th, 2023
How to Determine Freight Class

What freight class is your freight? Evan Transportation’s got you covered.

There’s more to freight shipping than meets the eye. You can choose to manage your own fleet of trucks, or to go with a trucking service. If you go with a trucking service, you can choose between full-truckload shipping and less-than truckload shipping, also known as LTL shipping. TL shipping does not require you to classify your freight, but LTL shipping does. Here’s a brief guide on how to determine freight class and what Evan Transportation can do for you.

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Tips for Transporting Alcohol via Trucking

Thursday, May 18th, 2023
Tips for Transporting Alcohol via Trucking

Evan Transportation’s got you covered for your alcohol shipping needs!

Are you looking to buy alcohol in bulk and ship it to your commercial location? You may be starting a liquor store or a restaurant that includes retail liquor. You likely are in the midst of planning the logistics for your business’s alcohol supply. Otherwise, you might be a brewer, distiller, or vintner looking to ship to different businesses and stores. Thankfully, you can discover what you need to know with Evan Transportation. Evan Transportation offers these tips for transporting alcohol via trucking in the Mid-Atlantic region.

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