Companies around the globe have many reasons to reconsider their supply chain strategies in 2025, and that is no different for less-than-truckload shippers navigating new regulation, innovation, increasing accessorial fees, the continued influence of Yellow’s closure and more. Managing more LTL freight than any other 3PL in North America, C.H. Robinson continues to share key information and insights to help customers address these issues.
LTL Trends
Greg West, CH. Robinson’s Vice President for LTL, has written two timely pieces LTL shippers should check out now:
- Key trends for shippers to watch in 2025 and
- Three actions LTL shippers can take to stay head in 2025
NMFC System Changes
Looking to this summer, LTL shippers should be preparing for changes being made to the National Motor Freight Classification system. The revamp of the system means that your freight’s density will primarily determine its classification and how carriers will charge for it.
- Watch C.H. Robinson’s video highlighting the changes, starting at 6:01.
- For a deeper dive on the changes, read C.H. Robinson’s blog post.
LTL Innovations
Two C.H. Robinson leaders also spoke at the SMC³ JumpStart conference and were featured on the SMC³ blog discussing LTL innovations.
- Read about advancements in the electronic bill of lading (eBOL) for LTL freight, which C.H. Robinson was first to implement.
- Read about greater efficiency being achieved in LTL shipping thanks to artificial intelligence.