The US Department of Defense is just like any large organization in that it often needs to move large amounts of large things from one part of the country to the other. There are also a few ways in which they are unlike other organizations with shipping needs, which is when an expert like Carlile...
Freight forwarding is a service that organizes tasks for moving cargo from location to location across the world. Typically, this process involves sending freight to a port, completing customs documentation, drayage to another terminal or consignee, ensuring it arrives safely and on time. Because logistics from, say, the lower 48 states to Alaska, can...
Freight logistics are essential to the proper function of a healthy supply chain. With so many moving parts and systems that need to work together as cleanly as possible, it’s natural to expect some big challenges. In the state of Alaska, we experience even bigger challenges. Key Challenges in Freight Logistics Freight logistics face several...
Heavy equipment is a general term that refers to any vehicle designed for heavy-duty work. The most common types would include earth-moving machinery and construction vehicles like forklifts or graders. Heavy equipment frequently needs to be moved between locations to meet project demands. Just tossing a load on a truck and hitting the road isn’t...
Transporting hazmat freight in Alaska is a serious business. Hazardous materials require great care, thoughtfulness, safety, and preparedness. Certified hazmat freight shipping companies must follow all federal and state guidelines to transport hazardous materials safely and securely. Protecting Alaskans from hazardous materials in transit requires much planning, training, and forethought. With best practices to guide...
It won’t be long before the jingle of bells on Santa’s sleigh fills the night air, or maybe the jingle of mom’s car keys as she hauls an armful of presents from the store to hide in the garage. There’s no question that this is the biggest shopping season of the year. With an already...
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE NOVEMBER 2021 CARLILE WINS COVETED QUEST FOR QUALITY AWARD Company recognized for industry excellence ANCHORAGE – Carlile Transportation earned a 2021 Quest for Quality award from Logistics Management Magazine (LM) — one of the largest trade publications in the logistics industry. For nearly 40 years, the award has identified the best...
Alaska 2021 General Rate Increase Announcement In response to the announced 2021 general rate increase by Tote Maritime Alaska, Carlile will be increasing our rates effective on November 14th, 2021. What is a General Rate Increase? A general rate increase (GRI) is a rate that carriers apply to ocean freight rates. The general rate increase,...
When a company has goods to ship over the road, they might not have enough to fill an entire truck trailer. It makes financial and logistical sense for customers to only pay for the portion of trailer space that their specific load requires. A combination of small loads from multiple customers can be combined into...
Local, state, and federal agencies use Carlile because our equipment and expertise make Carlile the perfect provider of safe, successful deliveries. In fact, Carlile is approved by the Department of Defense to perform both hazardous material, munitions, and secure movements throughout the 48 contiguous states and Alaska. In addition to DOD services, Carlile Transportation provides...
