Your company needs trucks the same time every month?
Dedicated trucking contracts for consistent monthly shipping in Indiana, IN.
You ship the same volume every month and need trucks on specific days. Regular freight companies can't promise you'll get space when you need it. In Indiana, with major routes like I-65 and I-70 seeing heavy traffic, competing for truck availability makes your shipping unpredictable.
Monthly shippers face the same problem. You need trucks on set dates, but freight companies book loads first-come, first-served. During busy seasons or along Indiana's major corridors, you might wait days for an available truck. This throws off your entire production schedule.
Dedicated trucking contracts solve this. You pay slightly more than spot rates, but you get guaranteed truck space. Costs depend on your route distance and frequency. Monthly contracts typically run 10-15% above market rates. The trade-off is predictable pricing and guaranteed availability.
Set up a dedicated contract with a trucking company that serves Indiana routes. Gateway Distribution builds custom schedules around your shipping calendar. You get priority handling every month. No more competing with other shippers for truck space on I-64, I-69, or other busy Indiana highways.
Your monthly shipments run like clockwork. You know exactly when trucks arrive and leave. Your customers get their freight on schedule. Production planning becomes simple because shipping dates never change.
Other things people in Indiana ask
oversized freight shipping
Flatbed trucks handle oversized cargo like machinery, steel beams, and construction equipment. Get the exact dimensions and weight before you call. Gateway Distribution specializes in flatbed transport for oversized freight that won't fit in enclosed trailers.
LTL vs full truckload
Use LTL for shipments under 10,000 pounds or less than 12 pallets. Full truckload makes sense for 15+ pallets or when you need faster transit. LTL costs less for small shipments but takes longer due to multiple stops.
dedicated trucking cost vs regular shipping
Compare your total monthly freight spend to a dedicated contract. Include the hidden costs like delays, damage, and staff time spent booking trucks. Most companies with 20+ shipments per month save money going dedicated.
expedited freight shipping cost
Expedited freight typically costs 50-150% more than standard shipping, depending on how fast you need it. Same-day service costs the most. Get quotes from multiple carriers and ask exactly what expedited means - some just mean faster loading, not faster transit.
flatbed vs enclosed trailer shipping
Use flatbed for anything over 8 feet tall, oddly shaped, or needing crane loading. Enclosed trailers protect from weather but limit height and loading options. Measure your cargo first, then pick the trailer type.
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Gateway Distribution handles full truckload (ftl) in Indiana and the area around it.