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Logistics Plus Ranks Among Transport Topics 2023 Top 100 Logistics Companies

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Logistics Plus Ranks Among Transport Topics 2023 Top 100 Logistics Companies Logistics Plus is also named a Top Dry Storage Warehousing Firm and a Top Freight Brokerage Firm. ERIE, PA (May 3, 2023) – Logistics Plus, Inc. (LP), a leading worldwide provider of transportation, logistics, and supply chain solutions, is proud to… Read more »

NMFC Changes effective April 8, 2023

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The Freight Classification Development Council (FCDC) has discussed new amendments to the National Motor Freight Classification (NMFC®). These NMFC changes noted below are effective 04/08/2023. Subject 1 – Furniture Group and Furniture Parts Group – Numerous items for furniture or furniture parts are canceled with reference to new item 78400, new item 79300, item 164390,… Read more »

Logistics Plus Recognizes Six 2022 LTL Carriers of the Year

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Logistics Plus Recognizes Six 2022 LTL Carriers of the Year Dayton Freight, Estes Express, Ward Transport, RIST Transport, ABF Freight, and XPO Logistics receive honors. ERIE, PA (February 15, 2023) – Logistics Plus, Inc., a leading worldwide provider of transportation, logistics, and supply chain solutions, recognizes six less-than-truckload (LTL) carriers for superior… Read more »

2022 U.S. Holiday Schedules for Ground Services

U.S. Holiday schedules for Logistics Plus and ground carriers As the year-end holidays approach, we want to help you avoid unnecessary shipping delays over the next several weeks. Shown below is the holiday schedule for U.S.-based Logistics Plus offices and warehouse locations, as well as the top U.S. ground (parcel and LTL) carriers. If you… Read more »

NMFC Changes effective December 17, 2022

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The Freight Classification Development Council (FCDC) has discussed new amendments to the National Motor Freight Classification (NMFC®). These NMFC changes noted below are effective 12/17/2022. Subject 1 – Chemicals Group Subject 2 – Cloth, Dry Goods, Fabrics or Textiles Group – Moving ALL to an 11 tier density/class item Subject 3 – Beds or Cots… Read more »

NMFC Changes effective August 13, 2022

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The Freight Classification Development Council (FCDC) has discussed new amendments to the National Motor Freight Classification (NMFC®). These NMFC changes are effective 08/13/2022.  Some notable changes are listed below. Subject 1 – Flat Glass; or Glazing Units, glass, not in sash – Items 86700 and 86960 Subject 2 – Loudspeakers or Speakers – Item 62420… Read more »

Logistics Plus Ranks as a Top Freight Brokerage Firm and a Top Dry Storage Warehousing Firm

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Logistics Plus Ranks as a Top Freight Brokerage Firm and a Top Dry Storage Warehousing Firm The 2022 rankings are based on updated annual lists published by Transport Topics magazine. ERIE, PA (April 12, 2022) – Logistics Plus Inc., a leading worldwide provider of transportation, logistics, and supply chain solutions, has again… Read more »

NMFC Changes effective April 9, 2022

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The Commodity Classifications Standards Board (CCSB) has published a new supplement to the National Motor Freight Classification (NMFC®). These NMFC changes are effective 04/09/2022.  Some notable changes are listed below. Subject 1 – Cookware, Items for cookware made of different metals and alloys were all combined into one item (52880) with a full density class… Read more »

Logistics Plus Recognizes Six 2021 LTL Carriers of the Year

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Logistics Plus Recognizes Six 2021 LTL Carriers of the Year Dayton Freight, Estes Express, XPO Logistics, FedEx Freight, Ward Transport, and RIST Transport receive honors. ERIE, PA (February 15, 2022) – Logistics Plus Inc., a leading worldwide provider of transportation, logistics, and supply chain solutions, is recognizing six of its less-than-truckload (LTL)… Read more »

Addressing Rising Domestic Freight Prices

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Anyone involved in domestic transportation now knows all too well that freight rates have been skyrocketing to historic levels. According to Transportation and Warehousing produce price indices tracked by the U.S. Federal Reserve, year-over-year industry-wide less-than-truckload prices have risen between 8-14% in recent months, and full truckload prices have risen between 20-30% (and diesel fuel… Read more »