Welcome to the FreightWaves Community Spotlight on this Thursday morning! Join host Kaylee Nix and special guest Thomas Wasson as they discuss the hottest topics in the freight community.

In this episode:

Introduction and Overview: Kaylee and Thomas kick things off with an energetic introduction.

CTPAT Explained: Thomas dives into the Customs Trade Partnership Against Terrorism (CTPAT), emphasizing its importance in preventing terrorism and enhancing visibility in cross-border movements, particularly in the context of nearshoring.

Freight Market Updates: Insights into the current state of the freight market, including seasonal bumps and the impact of road check week on spot rates.

Segment-Specific Trends: Analysis of trends in different segments of the freight market, including dry van, reefer, and flatbed.

Upcoming Guests and Shows: A sneak peek at future episodes of "Loaded and Rolling," featuring industry experts and timely topics.

Key Topics:

CTPAT and Cross-Border Security

Freight Market Seasonality

Segment-Specific Freight Trends

Impact of Road Check Week

Memorial Day Market Predictions

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