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DTS Named Recipient of Estes Customer Excellence Award

Diversified Transportation Services recognized in the inaugural class of Estes' new customer recognition program.

Freight vs. Shipping: Breaking Down the Core Differences

The terminology of shipping goods can be a bit complicated, and not knowing which service you need can lead to costly...

8 Common Types of Freight Trucks and How They Are Used

Freight is a pretty general term that covers practically everything that’s hauled professionally across the world.

Freight Broker Versus Dispatcher: How Each Role Works in Freight Shipping

When you hire a freight shipping service, you’re going to deal with different types of people who play very different...

Fuel Surcharges in Freight: What Shippers Must Know in 2026

Fuel Surcharges Are Up — Significantly If your freight bills have been higher lately and you're not sure why, there's...

Revolutionizing Freight Security: The Role of AI and IoT

Confirmed cargo theft incidents increased by 18% in 2025, according to Versik CargoNet’s Supply Chain Risk report.

Types of Freight: How Different Freight Services Are Used

Freight is the backbone of the modern economy.

4 Types Of Temperature-Controlled Logistics | DTS

4 types of temperature-controlled freight shipping Temperature-sensitive freight leaves little room for error.

Freight Broker vs. Carrier: Roles, Responsibilities, and Key Differences

In freight shipping, confusion usually starts with roles.

How Does Freight Shipping Work? The Complete Process Explained

Freight shipping has a reputation for being complicated, and honestly, it's rightfully earned.

Cold Chain Logistics Explained | DTS

Cold chain logistics explained: How temperature-controlled shipping works Keeping temperature-sensitive products safe...

All About Christmas Tree Shipping | DTS

What you need to know about Christmas tree shipping How many real Christmas trees would you say are sold in the U.S.

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Everything You Need to Know About Proof of Delivery

Shipping freight involves a lot of complicated and time-consuming paperwork. That’s why understanding the function of each document involved in…

What Does Shipper Load and Count (SLC) Mean in Shipping?

Shipper load and count (SLC) is a notation that is commonly marked on the bill of lading (BOL) when the…

What to Do if You Receive Damaged Freight

When working in the shipping and receiving world, one unavoidable issue is when you receive damaged freight. While receiving damaged…

What To Do if Your Shipment Is Delayed

Moving products from point A to point B might seem simple at first, but it requires a complex system of…

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