What is a Backhaul?
TMS Glossary
What is a Backhaul?
Backhaul refers to the return trip of a truck after delivering its primary shipment, often used to transport goods back to the truck’s point of origin or another destination instead of running empty. Optimizing backhaul opportunities helps shippers and carriers reduce empty miles, lower transportation costs, and improve overall supply chain efficiency. Backhaul loads can be planned or secured through spot quotes to maximize truck utilization.
What Is Backhaul Shipping?
Backhaul refers to the return trip of a truck after delivering its primary shipment, often used to transport goods back to the point of origin or another destination instead of running empty.
Optimizing backhaul opportunities helps reduce empty miles, lower transportation costs, and improve overall supply chain efficiency. Loads can be pre-planned or secured through spot quotes to maximize truck utilization.
Benefits of Backhaul Freight
- Reduces Transportation Costs – Fills otherwise empty truck space.
- Boosts Carrier Profitability – Increases load efficiency on return trips.
- Minimizes Environmental Impact – Cuts down on empty miles and fuel use.
- Offers Shippers Flexibility – Provides cost-effective load options.
Backhaul Optimization with FreightPOP
- Real-Time Visibility – Identify and secure backhaul loads efficiently.
- Automated Load Matching – Match returning trucks with available shipments.
- Rate Comparison Tools – Maximize cost savings on every return leg.
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