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October 20, 2025
Guide to ARTRANS performance bonds (formerly known as SDDC)
October 20, 2025
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How to Get Started in Military Freight with ARTRANS Performance Bonds

Why the Military Freight Market Matters The military freight market is one of the most stable and high-volume opportunities in the transportation industry. At the center of this market is the U.S. Army Transportation Command (ARTRANS), formerly known as the Military Surface Deployment and Distribution Command (SDDC). ARTRANS oversees the global movement of military equipment and supplies by surface transport, managing everything from trucks and rail to port shipments. Benefits of Working with Military Freight  For transportation companies, military freight offers unique advantages. Once in, your company gains access to a consistent, reputable stream of freight opportunities backed by the U.S. government. Maintaining your ARTRANS bond is worth it if your goal is long-term, stable growth. Beyond the financial appeal, hauling military freight builds credibility. Consistent performance with military contracts helps position your company as a serious player in government contracting. What is the ARTRANS Performance Bond? The ARTRANS Performance […]
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April 10, 2025
freight motor carrier truck
April 10, 2025
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Carrier Vetting for Freight Brokers: Requirements, Best Practices, and More

With the industry-shaking ruling of Montgomery v. Caribe Transport II, LLC, freight brokers are on high alert. Leniency in carrier vetting can lead to serious liabilities for your brokerage if you overlook a history of reckless driving that eventually leads to property loss, injury, or death. Imagine going through the standard motions when hiring, checking safety ratings and the certificate of insurance (COI), only to find out after a major accident that their COI was fraudulent. How can you do your job if you’re not aware of every possible vulnerability that could go wrong? That’s where PFA steps in. In this guide, we’ll walk you through the motor carrier vetting process, why it’s more important now than ever, the necessary steps, what red flags to watch out for, and more. What Is Motor Carrier Vetting? Motor carrier vetting is the comprehensive review of a carrier’s qualifications, history, and compliance with […]
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February 2, 2024
February 2, 2024
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Understanding the Differences Between Freight Brokers vs Forwarders

In today’s logistics landscape, choosing or maintaining the correct operating authority is critical for regulatory compliance and business growth. While the terms are frequently used interchangeably by outsiders, the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) maintains strict legal, financial, and operational distinctions between a freight broker and a freight forwarder. Failing to understand these differences can lead to unauthorized brokering penalties, double-brokering vulnerabilities, or catastrophic insurance coverage gaps. As seasoned providers of transportation surety bonds, our objective is to shed light on these crucial roles, aiding your navigation through the complexities of shipping and transportation. We will also briefly touch upon the role of transportation surety bonds, a key element in ensuring the reliability and accountability of these transportation professionals. What Is a Freight Broker? A freight broker acts strictly as an intermediary or matchmaker in the logistics supply chain. Their primary responsibility is to connect shippers who have freight […]
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January 3, 2022
January 3, 2022
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Roadmap to Success – Why not make this the year to market yourself to more shippers?

Very few businesses can grow – let alone sustain themselves – without being well-organized and well-structured to achieve your priorities in any given year. Strategic and tactical planning have never been more important as they are going into 2022. Being organized is the key to planning to do some new things in 2022. And now’s the time to consider those new twists for the new year. Sometimes, even a small shift can mean new business. You’ve probably been thinking about a few new opportunities over the last few months; now is the time to get serious and make them happen. A prominent question on the minds of many freight brokers is a simple one: What can increase business? PFA Transportation Insurance & Surety Services is always exploring this key question for many freight brokers: “How can I make my company more desirable to Shippers?” One of the primary protections for […]
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December 30, 2020
December 30, 2020
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The Basics of Planning Still Apply During a Pandemic

The end of one year and the start of the next is always a good time to take stock of where you’re at. It’s particularly important coming out of the year that we’ve just been through and in preparing for economic uncertainty that still may be ahead. That’s as true for businesses in any sector – including the rapidly-evolving transportation industry – as it is for people. Perhaps it’s time to elevate your company’s planning for 2021 with a little bit of the old and a little bit of the new when it comes to goal-setting. In the eyes of many, planning has only become more important in recent years. That’s partly because so many industries are changing so quickly and not enough of the companies within certain industries are keeping their eyes on the early adopters and change agents. There’s no better year for your company to pay some […]
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March 31, 2020
March 31, 2020
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Ensuring Your Success – Spotlight on Shipper’s Interest

When the going gets tough, the tough get going. And there’s no question that the going is tough as Americans in all sectors and from all walks of life join together in the national and global fight against COVID-19. Network of Critical Shipments Despite the extreme adversity, today is an opportune time to be part of the network of critical shipments that are needed in our nation. This may mean you are suddenly facing new shippers, possibly higher cargo limits, commodities that are not common to you, and possibly a growing number of new motor carriers to deliver for you. Shipper’s Interest Cargo In the midst of all of this, we suggest that Shipper’s Interest cargo can help you with some peace of mind. Since the coverage limit is determined per load, you don’t have concerns of the trucker having adequate limits and acceptable deductibles. Shippers Interest is a quality […]
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March 31, 2020
March 31, 2020
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Your Expert Navigators – Supply Chain Best Practices during COVID-19 Pandemic

According to SensiGuard, these times merit special measures for Freight Brokers, Freight Forwarders, Motor Carriers and others in the transportation industry: In-demand items (sanitizers, soaps, facemasks, pantry staples) should receive increased security protocols. These items will be targeted more aggressively during the pandemic. Allow additional time to search for parking. Do not leave cargo unattended, even for a brief period. Instruct drivers to inspect trailers and seals prior to initiating route and at all stops, to ensure curtains/doors have not been penetrated. Confirm receiver availability and hours of operation as they may have changed. Be prepared for notification mid-route that a receiving facility will be closed and be prepared to locate alternate destinations. If your organization has not done so already, conduct desktop assessments of your warehousing options and your provider’s security levels at any alternate sites. Example: Have your Logistics Service Providers (LSPs), provide feedback to you now on […]
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December 5, 2019
December 5, 2019
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Making Yourself More Marketable to Shippers

Recognizing that your customers are what ultimately drive your business, one of the key questions for many Freight Brokers is “how can you make yourself more marketable to Shippers?” The basics of self-marketing 101 in the transportation industry include Cargo protection, General Liability protection and Auto protection. How about ensuring that you have a supplementary indemnity in place (at least $25K)? It’s worth considering. These small investments can yield significant increased opportunities. Insurance Grows Revenue Most people believe insurance is about protection. And at its very core, it certainly is. Yet, have you considered how it can grow your revenues? We have seen insurance coverage increase revenues by making Freight Brokerages more marketable to Shippers, as just one example. Shipper’s Interest Cargo Time and time again, it seems to come back to the basics of 1. Cargo protection 2. CGL protection 3. Auto Protection. We see contractual demands. We see […]
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