At Carlile, safety is our top priority: safety for everybody! We are proud participants of the 2022 Alaska Regional Wheel-O-Rama. This event allows us to educate children about the dangers and blind spots of our big trucks and trailers by showing them our trucks in a safe, controlled environment. What Is the Alaska Regional Wheel-O-Rama Safety Fair?...
Supply chain logistics are the backbone of many different industries. For instance, the manufacturing process cannot exist without supply chain logistics. Various materials must be sourced from suppliers and brought to the factory to create a product. The manufacturing process would grind to a halt without supply chain logistics. The food industry is another excellent...
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE June 29, 2022 CARLILE DRIVERS STEER FOR THE WIN AT ANNUAL COMPETITION ANCHORAGE – Rogue moose, heavy snow and summer traffic are just a few examples of the many challenges motorists face in the Last Frontier. It’s all in a day’s work for Alaska’s truckers, who are trained to navigate some...
SHIPPING DELAY INFORMATION: Due to a mechanical issue, the northbound voyage 22113, scheduled for departure on July 20, 2022, has been canceled. Northbound voyage 22115 will continue as scheduled on Friday, July 22. Tote is expected to return to two sailings next week. Our team at Carlile is working diligently to minimize the impact of...
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE June 29, 2022 CARLILE STEPS UP FOR SAFETY AT ANNUAL COMMUNITY EVENT ANCHORAGE – Alaska has some of the most hazardous driving conditions in the country. In 2020, there were 53 fatal motor vehicle crashes and 64 deaths in the state, according to the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety. Traffic fatalities at...
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE July 29, 2022 BOLSTERING BISON: CARLILE TO TRANSPORT MORE THAN TWO DOZEN OF NORTH AMERICA’S LARGEST ANIMALS ANCHORAGE – Carlile Transportation, an Alaska shipping company, is working in partnership with the Alaska Department of Fish and Game (ADF&G) on the latest phase of a major wood bison restoration project that has been...
Have you ever ordered something from a retailer only to find out that they don’t ship to Alaska? The reality is that it’s much more difficult to ship to the northern-most state than you might think. There are a lot of challenges that come with shipping to Alaska that can really hinder the process for...
If you’re looking to move goods to or from Alaska, you’ll need to be aware of the unique challenges that come with shipping in Alaska. For one, the terrain can be difficult to navigate, especially if you’re driving a freight truck. There are also size and weight regulations in place for trucks traveling in Alaska,...
Here’s a breakdown of everything you need to know about FTL and LTL shipping! What is FTL Shipping? Full Truckload (FTL) shipping is when you need the use of an entire truck to transport your goods. This is a great option if you have a large shipment that needs to be delivered quickly. FTL is...
Cold chain logistics is a critical part of the supply chain for any company that produces or sells temperature-sensitive goods. It can be a complex process, but it is important to understand how cold chain logistics work. In this post, we will discuss the basics of cold chain logistics and what we do to keep...
