Need the same truck every week?
Dedicated trucking solutions for Louisiana businesses with regular shipping routes.
You ship the same route every week but keep getting different drivers who don't know your loading dock or delivery requirements. Each new driver means explaining your process again, dealing with delays, and wondering if your freight will arrive on time. Louisiana manufacturers need consistency, not surprises.
This happens when you use spot freight or general trucking services. Every shipment gets assigned to whoever is available that day. The driver doesn't know your operation, your dock setup, or your timing requirements. They're learning on your dime.
Dedicated trucking gives you the same driver and truck on your schedule. It costs 15-25% more than spot freight but eliminates the headaches. Your driver learns your operation and becomes part of your supply chain. Pricing depends on route frequency and equipment type.
Call Gateway Distribution to discuss reliable capacity for your Louisiana shipping needs. They handle multi-year contracts with manufacturers who need predictable service. You set the schedule, they provide the same equipment and driver every time. No more explaining your process to strangers.
Your shipments arrive on time with a driver who knows exactly how you operate. Loading goes faster, delivery requirements are understood, and you can focus on manufacturing instead of managing freight problems.
Other things people in Louisiana ask
consistent monthly freight shipping
Set up a dedicated trucking contract. You get the same drivers and trucks on your schedule. Gateway Distribution builds custom routes around your shipping calendar so you never compete for truck space.
freight contract cost vs spot rates
Multi-year freight contracts typically cost 10-15% less than spot rates and lock in pricing. Calculate your annual shipping volume first. If you ship consistently, dedicated capacity contracts protect you from rate spikes and guarantee truck availability.
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.
buy trucks vs hire trucking company
Calculate the total cost of ownership. Include truck payments, insurance, maintenance, driver wages, and DOT compliance. Most companies save money outsourcing until they ship 40+ loads per month consistently.
should I sign freight contract
Multi-year contracts work if you have consistent shipping volume and want rate protection. Look for contracts with volume adjustments and service level guarantees. Avoid contracts without clear performance standards or exit clauses.
Ready to talk?
Gateway Distribution handles manufacturer partnerships in Louisiana and the area around it.