The trucking industry offers a wealth of opportunities for hopeful small business owners to launch their own companies while simultaneously making a difference and creating meaningful jobs within their communities. Breaking into the industry, however, can involve high start-up costs and a lot of red tape.
The process of getting a business off the ground deters many people from ever starting. Amazon Freight Partner (AFP) aims to make that process easier to navigate. The AFP program was...
In a short span of time, Amazon Freight Partner (AFP) has evolved from a modest venture into a global logistics powerhouse. Starting with just 13 partners less than four years ago, its operations now span seven countries, partnering with more than 300 small business owners.
This impressive growth trajectory was a key topic in a fireside chat at the F3: Future of Freight Festival, where Kristin LeBlanc, head of marketing and acquisition at AFP, joined Thomas Wasson, FreightWaves’ enterprise...
Amazon has taken the logistics world by storm. First, the company popularized two-day shipping. Then, Amazon Relay was created to help fill growing capacity needs. This paved the way for further innovation, including Amazon Freight for shippers and Amazon Freight Partner for carriers.
Amazon has expanded its offerings for both shippers and carriers. With Amazon Relay, the company provides flexibility and freedom for carriers to choose their loads, and maximize the use of their assets while also...
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