Your company needs trucks at the same time every month?
Dedicated trucking contracts for consistent shipping schedules in Maine, ME.
Your business ships the same volume every month and needs trucks on specific days. Regular freight companies can't promise you'll get a truck when you need it. Maine businesses with predictable shipping patterns often struggle with unreliable truck availability during peak seasons.
This happens when you rely on spot market trucking for regular shipments. Freight brokers and standard carriers prioritize their highest-paying loads first. Your monthly shipments compete with everyone else for the same truck space, especially during busy periods along I-95 and US Route 1.
Dedicated trucking contracts typically cost 10-15% more than spot rates but eliminate scheduling uncertainty. The price depends on your shipping volume, frequency, and routes within Maine. Companies shipping 2-4 full truckloads monthly see the biggest benefit from dedicated service.
Set up a dedicated contract with priority handling for your freight. Gateway Distribution builds custom routes around your shipping calendar so you never compete for truck space. You get guaranteed pickup dates, consistent transit times, and the same professional drivers who know your freight requirements.
Your monthly shipments run like clockwork with dedicated trucks waiting for your call. No more scrambling for last-minute carriers or delayed deliveries to your customers.
Other things people in Maine 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 Maine and the area around it.