21 Apr Mactrans Logistics Named Employer of the Year by the CITT
Vaughan, ON – April 16, 2025 – Mactrans Logistics is proud to announce that it has been awarded Employer of the Year (SME) by the CITT – Canada’s Logistics Association...
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06 Feb LTL Freight Shipping: Our Guide to Cost-Effective Solutions
Less Than Truckload (LTL) freight shipping is a transportation method where multiple shippers’ cargo shares the space of a single trailer. This approach is especially useful for shipments too large...
16 Dec 10 Advantages of Outsourcing Logistics in 2025
Efficient logistics management is the backbone of any successful business. For companies in Canada, with its vast geography and diverse market needs, outsourcing logistics to a trusted third-party provider (3PL)...
11 Dec How to Reduce Transportation Cost in Logistics
Transportation costs are one of the largest expenses in logistics, often accounting for 50% or more of a company’s total supply chain costs. These costs can quickly erode profit margins,...
27 Nov The Advantages of Working with a Freight Broker
Navigating the complexities of freight transportation can be a daunting task for businesses of all sizes. From rising shipping costs to unpredictable logistics challenges, companies often face difficulties ensuring the...
11 Nov Rail vs Road Transport: Comparing the Options
As a business owner, you may be wondering about the best way to transport your goods. Two common options are rail transport and road transport. Rail transport uses trains on...
07 Nov CITT – Growth & Collaboration: Inside Mactrans’ Unique Company Culture
The following post is a repost from CITT In any line of work, culture plays a big role in how things get done. And while it might seem that culture primarily...
03 Nov Freight Class Guide: What It Is and How to Calculate It
Freight class is a fundamental component of effective shipping, especially for less-than-truckload (LTL) services. For businesses shipping goods regularly, understanding freight class is essential for accurate cost estimation and ensuring...
09 Oct What Are Lumper Fees in Freight Shipping?
In logistics and freight shipping, terms like lumper fees can raise questions for shippers, carriers, and drivers. Simply put, a lumper fee is a charge for hiring third-party workers—referred to...
03 Oct The Biggest Pain Points in the Logistics Industry and How to Avoid Them
Running a successful business—whether big or small — is no easy task. From product development to quality control, marketing and ad spend, budgeting and staffing; there are no shortage of...