One of the most important parts of running a business is figuring out how to safely and securely transport your cargo from the starting point to the finish line. Regardless of the size of your company, designing and managing your upcoming trip will include a range of moving parts, so working alongside a team of specialists can certainly come in handy when thinking about what's ahead. At C & S Transportation, we are happy to put our years of experience to work for you as you start deciding what you will need to quickly and efficiently get on the road.

To start creating your personalized plan, you may first want to consider the amount of space required to fit your cargo. If you have determined that you need between 150 pounds to 10,000 pounds, you may want to opt for LTL freight transportation. LTL, which stands for “less than a truckload,” is ideal for smaller shipments that can be moved via pallets. This is in contrast to FTL shipping, which utilizes the space of an entire truck and focuses on the needs of one central customer—a route which is far more expensive. If you want guidance when it comes to managing your upcoming trip or transport of personal items or goods, consider reaching out and speaking with our team of dedicated professionals about your goals at this time.

As you continue thinking about managing your upcoming trip, you will also need to consider other aspects, including overall cost and delivery area. One of the many benefits of LTL shipping is that you will not need to fill entire trucks to start the journey. Thanks to the inherent agility and flexibility of this service, you will be able to send your cargo out on your schedule. This can certainly come in handy when dealing with ever-changing markets, which may include increased shipments, in a time where the supply chain is in flux.

Along the lines of shifting needs, you will also find that LTL transport provides the opportunity to move your goods, belongings, or products more efficiently, avoiding delays or the stockpiling and long-term storage of products. Therefore, you can expect lower warehouse costs as well. As a result, you have the flexibility to move the items as you need to and not have to wait for an entire truckload’s worth of items to accrue before shipping.

Thanks to our established relationships, we can also provide additional services that smaller businesses would not be able to offer thanks to our diversified connections in the industry. As you think about managing your upcoming trip, feel free to speak with us about your priorities. Once you get in touch, we can help you start creating a customized blueprint.

When thinking about managing your upcoming trip, you may also find that you need various options when it comes to transporting your goods. Multimodal transport, which covers plane (air), train (rail), truck (road), or ship (sea), is ideal for international orders. Thanks to the single tracking number and streamlined experience, you will always be able to stay on top of the process and know exactly where your shipment is at any time as well. If you are hoping to cross borders, consider asking us about this service when planning and managing your upcoming trip.

To find out more information, consider getting in touch today. We are located at 400 Bellerive Blvd Suite 200 in Nicholasville, KY. Our phone number is 502-227-0928, but we can also be reached by email at dispatch@cstrans.com. Our service area includes the entire United States. Contact us today to begin. We look forward to hearing from you and helping you think outside the box when it comes to managing your upcoming trip.