TQL Freight Insights

The events of the last 18 months have infused chaos into global supply chains. The unpredictability of raw material availability, labor, adverse weather, port shutdowns and inflation have created a demanding transportation environment, requiring shipping to shift on a dime — whether it’s new...

The events of the last 18 months have infused chaos into global supply chains. The unpredictability of raw material availability, labor, adverse...

Holidays always present an opportunity ripe for cargo theft — additional crowds and traffic, lack of supervision at rest stops and warehouses due to employee vacations and increased duties for law enforcement. Add the labor shortage, the historic volume of goods on the road and sky-high commodity...

Holidays always present an opportunity ripe for cargo theft — additional crowds and traffic, lack of supervision at rest stops and warehouses due to...

From lumber and semi-conductors to ketchup and swimming pool supplies, the global supply chain has recently been riddled with shortages. These shortages have been catching the attention of the mainstream media and creating headlines. But how do you cut through the clickbait and read between the...

From lumber and semi-conductors to ketchup and swimming pool supplies, the global supply chain has recently been riddled with shortages. These...

TQL has been named by the American Chemistry Council (ACC) a 2021 Responsible Care Partner of the Year for the third time and was recognized with the Outstanding COVID-19 Response Efforts Award. The Responsible Care Partner of the Year Award recognizes ACC Partner companies that demonstrate...

TQL has been named by the American Chemistry Council (ACC) a 2021 Responsible Care Partner of the Year for the third time and was recognized with the...

Cargo thieves won’t be taking Labor Day off; instead, they’ll be targeting unattended trucks, freight, and warehouse facilities. And this year, COVID-19 offers new freight targets. Cargo theft regularly spikes in the U.S. over the Labor Day holiday, particularly in trucking. Looking to the second...

Cargo thieves won’t be taking Labor Day off; instead, they’ll be targeting unattended trucks, freight, and warehouse facilities. And this year,...

At TQL, we take great pride in delivering excellence in customer service 24/7/365, and when our efforts get recognized by external organizations, that tells us we’re doing things right. CargoNet recently honored us with its 2019 “Best in Cargo Security” award in the Larger Broker/Intermediary...

At TQL, we take great pride in delivering excellence in customer service 24/7/365, and when our efforts get recognized by external organizations,...

Even a national pandemic can’t keep law enforcement from tracking down unsafe drivers. The week of July 12-18 is “Operation Safe Driver Week,” sponsored by the Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance, the trade association representing roadside inspectors. As reported in Transport Topics, during this...

Even a national pandemic can’t keep law enforcement from tracking down unsafe drivers. The week of July 12-18 is “Operation Safe Driver Week,”...

As many Americans celebrate our nation's independence this coming weekend, some well-coordinated groups of cargo thieves will be targeting your freight. Cargo theft regularly spikes in the U.S. over the July 4th holiday, particularly in trucking, with incidents occurring up to 65% more frequently...

As many Americans celebrate our nation's independence this coming weekend, some well-coordinated groups of cargo thieves will be targeting your...