LTL Freight Rate Negotiations

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The process by which shippers and carriers negotiate the price and terms for transporting less-than-truckload shipments, taking into account factors such as shipment volume, weight, freight class, distance, and service requirements in order to achieve optimal cost efficiency and service levels.

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