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As the General Manager of Amazon Freight, Ari Silkey oversees the Amazon Freight business that leverages the Amazon network and technology to enable external businesses to tap into them. We sat down with him to get his thoughts on his vision for the organization.
After a year of ups and downs, it at least looks like the economy is ending on a high note. Early indications show that online holiday shopping beat expectations. At Amazon Freight, we’re focusing on our customers and their freight needs.
You’ve likely seen one of Amazon’s 60K+ dry van trailers on the interstate and wondered if the holidays gifts you ordered are on it. But did you know your business can use those trailers to ship its freight? Join our webinar to learn more.
Innovation is at the core of what we do at Amazon Freight, giving shippers access to the technology and assets that make the Amazon network flow. Our efforts were recognized by FreightWaves when they named Amazon Freight as the #3 freight tech company for 2025.
As a small business, have you grappled with shipping disruptions? If so, you’re not alone. We understand this challenge because we’re shippers ourselves and know the uncertainty of the supply chain.
The peak holiday season is likely in your sights and that means your shipping volumes are starting to climb. At Amazon Freight, we’re gearing up for the season and helping prepare our customers for the busy time. Here’s what else we’ve been up to.
Shipper tips
One of the first decisions shippers face when booking a load is whether to schedule a less-than-truckload—LTL—shipment or a full-truckload, known as FTL. Both play an important role in the movement of goods, but there are distinct differences between the two.
When you have freight that is too big for small parcels but won’t fill a 53-foot trailer, less-than-truckload shipping can be the best option to move your goods. But what is LTL exactly?
Small business shippers are calling for clear and transparent pricing from their freight providers. It’s no surprise: for these shippers, unexpected freight costs can add up and hamper plans. But what does “transparency” mean to them?
Middle mile freight providers don’t reach the end customer but they still play an important role in delivering experiences that boost confidence in your brand. Therefore, selecting the right freight provider is more than a logistics decision.
Most goods moved via truck in the U.S. travel in dry vans, making them the most popular freight shipping equipment – and for good reason.
New Year’s resolutions aren’t just for promising to hit the gym. Businesses can use the start of a new year to set improvement goals, too. Now is the perfect time to reflect on the past and see where you’d like to improve.
Customer stories
When people want their coffee, they usually want it now. That’s the challenge Intelligent Blends faces each week. That means their freight provider has to be on point, says Adam Bartell, their manager of operations.
Bryan Cuevas, CEO of C Group Logistics, knows the feeling of watching a trailer leave his yard. “You need confidence it’s going to get where it needs to be.”
Before turning to Amazon Freight, Calgary-based Specialty Laminates had a major barrier, and that was freight.
“Where is my trailer?” That’s the question no shipper likes to ask, but Savie Yuan found himself posing it more often than he liked.
Reach Logistics is a unique business. As the in-house third-party logistics provider for Pattern, one of the largest sellers on Amazon, no day is the same.
OL Warehouse is a growing 3PL and turned to Amazon Freight to scale with them and support their evolving shipping needs.