Carrier
General
A person or company that transports goods for a fee.
Detailed Explanation
In the freight industry, a carrier is the entity that physically moves the cargo. This can include trucking companies, railroads, airlines, or ocean shipping lines. Carriers can be common carriers (serving the general public) or contract carriers (serving specific clients under contract). Motor carriers must have proper authority from the FMCSA to operate.
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Freight BrokerA licensed intermediary that connects shippers with carriers.PRO NumberProgressive Rotating Order number, a unique tracking number assigned to shipments by carriers.SCAC CodeStandard Carrier Alpha Code - a unique 2-4 letter code that identifies a carrier.Trucking AuthorityA license that allows a carrier to operate legally and transport goods for hire.
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