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NMFC is a North American standard for comparing commodities moving by freight shipment. It groups commodities into 18 classes based on density, stowability, handling and risk, and specifies packaging and bill of lading requirements.
The Standard Carrier Alpha Code (SCAC) is a US code used to identify vessel operating common carriers (VOCC) and other freight carriers. The web page lists widely used SCACs, including FedEx Freight (FXFW) and FedEx Custom Critical (DYLT).
Learn about the definition, operations, and advantages of LTL shipping, which is the transportation of freight between individual parcels and full truckloads. Find out how LTL carriers differ from FTL and parcel carriers, and how to prepare shipments for LTL carriers.
FMCSA is a federal agency that regulates the trucking industry and reduces crashes, injuries, and fatalities involving large trucks and buses. Learn about its history, functions, programs, leadership, and organization.
NMFTA is a trade association that represents the interests of the less-than-truckload (LTL) motor carrier industry since 1956. It publishes the NMFC, SCAC, and SPLC standards, and conducts research on cybersecurity and digitalization in freight transportation.
Incoterms are pre-defined commercial terms published by the International Chamber of Commerce relating to international commercial law. Incoterms 2020 is the ninth set of rules, with 11 terms subdivided into two categories based on method of delivery.
Inland marine insurance is a category of insurance in the US that covers movable or specialized types of property, such as construction equipment, medical devices, or fine arts. It originated from ocean marine insurance and evolved to include various types of property on land or in transit.
ABS is an American maritime classification society founded in 1862. It provides global services to the marine, offshore, and gas industries, and has a classed fleet of over 12,000 vessels and offshore facilities.