Welcome to the Freight Perspectives Podcast, where logistics experts share actionable strategies to give you the edge you need to succeed. Each episode breaks down complex data and provides expert insights, empowering you to make informed decisions that drive efficiency and cost savings in your freight operations. Listen now to gain the insights you need to thrive in the dynamic world of logistics.
In the premiere episode of Freight Perspectives, industry experts break down the complexities of the European spot freight market, revealing how strategic timing can make a significant impact on transportation costs. Discover data-driven insights on optimising booking schedules, understand pricing trends across key European routes, and explore actionable strategies to refine your freight procurement process.
Key Highlights:
Market trends by route: Understand the factors driving price variations
Smarter procurement tactics: Discover how to avoid costly last-minute bookings
In the second episode of Freight Perspectives, we tackle intermodal transport, moving beyond any talk of decline to explore its real potential. We examine the current state of intermodal usage in Europe and provide practical advice on identifying the best routes for your freight. Our experts also address the key challenges facing intermodal solutions. Finally, we look ahead to the vital role intermodal transport can play in the future of a sustainable and efficient freight industry.
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In this episode of Freight Perspectives, discussion focuses on the consolidation trend, with an exploration of key drivers and a close-up look at where consolidation activity is peaking. Tune in for an expert-led breakdown of market share and deepen your understanding with an assessment of the current landscape in terms of size and business model type. With greater clarity on the state of carrier consolidation in Europe today, find out what the experts anticipate for future market development and what to consider in light of the latest outlook.
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What’s the real impact of border wait times on European road transportation? Navigate the truth with this episode of Freight Perspectives. Delivering a clear assessment of where border wait times are most prolific, listen in to gain a thorough understanding of the key drivers for the current geographical spread. Plus, our expert hosts explain the likely consequences in the event nothing changes in the mid- to long-term, and what practical steps logistics operations can take to circumvent the challenge, and mitigate the overall effects of one of today’s major efficiency disruptors.
Key highlights:
Border wait times: What’s the impact on European road transportation?
Key locations: Where across Europe is being hit the hardest
Expert predictions: Understand the longer term impact of border wait times
Actionable strategies: What we can do to limit the ramifications
Sit tight as we extract the reasons behind the recent road spot price surge with a digestible assessment of the current landscape and predicted state of play. How are current spot prices performing against contract? Get to the bottom of this latest market shift with a 360° expert view of the situation.
As summer sets in, it’s time to buckle up and anticipate what’s in store as temperatures rise and demand peaks. If a structural shift is contributing to the change, you’ll be informed and ready to leverage the trend when you listen to this episode of Freight Perspectives.
Key highlights:
Compare the market: How current spot prices perform against contract
Key drivers: Reasons for the latest surge
Summer outlook: What to expect this season
Bigger picture: Is there a structural shift in the market?
Tune in to the Freight Perspectives Podcast, which makes complex data simple! Each episode, we bring in top industry experts to share valuable insights, helping you make smarter decisions, boost efficiency, and cut costs in your freight operations. Get the knowledge you need to excel in logistics and stay ahead in the industry.
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