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February 20, 2026
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Recent, Happening Now
January 29, 2026
Not Just Truckload: Refrigerated LTL is the Sweet Spot for Confectionery Shippers
When most people think of refrigerated freight, they think of full truckload (and full truckload pricing). But for confectionery shippers, where shipments are often smaller and more frequent,...
Recent, Happening Now
January 21, 2026
Understanding Mexico’s IMMEX Program and What It Means for US Shippers
Mexico remains a vital part of many U.S. companies’ supply chain strategies. One major reason for this is the IMMEX program. But recent policy changes have significantly altered how IMMEX operates —...
Recent, Happening Now
December 22, 2025
Weber Logistics’ Most-Read Blog Posts of 2025
As 2025 comes to a close, we’re taking a moment to look back at the Weber Logistics blog posts that resonated most with our readers this year. From navigating California’s evolving regulatory...
Southern California Ports
May 28, 2015
The Latest on West Coast Ports: One Year Since Labor Negotiations Began
Nearly one year has passed since labor negotiations began in May 2014 between the Pacific Maritime Association and International Longshore and Warehouse Union. On February 20, 2015 they came to a...
Rail Freight
April 30, 2015
6 Tips for Getting the Most Out of Intermodal Service
In recent years rail roads have been experiencing a boom in order to keep up with increasing demand from shippers. The infrastructures are being upgraded and capacities are increasing due to demand....
west coast warehouses
April 23, 2015
Tips to Evaluate your Warehouse Provider and Lower Costs
It’s tough to compare competitive warehouse bids. Precise warehouse rates require a more detailed analysis. Companies often cannot provide all the data requested, so 3PLs have to make assumptions in...
West Coast Distribution
April 16, 2015
How a 3PL Provider Can Help Reduce Order Turnaround Time
“I want it and I want it now!” the mantra of consumers. Companies are doing everything they can to compete with one another in order turnaround time. Amazon was one of the first to enter this realm...
West Coast Distribution
April 9, 2015
Lower Costs by Boosting Employee Morale
Do you have disengaged employees? Well, if you said yes you are not alone. About 70% of U.S. workers are disengaged. Why should you care about employee engagement? These disengaged employees are...
Southern California Ports
April 2, 2015
What Does the New LA-LB Gray Chassis Pool Mean for You?
The Gray Chassis Pool allows truckers to pick up and drop off chassis at ANY of the terminals served by the three chassis pools. That’s right ANY of the twelve terminals. The project was launched...
Warehouse Rates
February 26, 2015
Want Accurate Warehouse Pricing? Provide Good Data.
To provide a warehouse pricing quote, most third party logistics providers (3PLs) use profile worksheets. Each 3PL has its own worksheet, but the approaches are similar.
Port Logistics
February 19, 2015
C-TPAT Benefits for Importers
Companies that import products often ask us about the benefits of the Customs Trade Partnership Against Terrorism. We write about it in our paper “C-TPAT Membership: Is It Right for You?” Let’s...
West Coast Distribution
January 28, 2015
Panama Canal Expansion Project to be Completed for 2016 Opening
According to a report by the Tico Times, a widened Panama Canal will be open for business in 2016 after a $400 million cash injection to help complete the long-delayed project. The Panama Canal...
Chemical Logistics
January 21, 2015
Chemical Warehousing 101 – New Primer Available
Chemical Warehousing 101 – New Primer Available The rules of warehouse storage for many product types are quite similar. But when it comes to chemical warehousing, a whole new rule book applies.
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