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The start to 2025 in freight has had its dose of uncertainty, but at Amazon Freight we’re staying steady and continuing to tap our customers into the speed and reliability of the Amazon network. Here’s everything we’ve been up to and what we have planned for the spring.
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
Freight shipping isn’t just a line item. It’s a critical process that drives value for your bottom line. Whether you’re just building out your freight operations or been running it for decades, optimizing your strategy is key. Here’s what to keep top-of-mind.
The question isn’t whether a shipping surge will happen. It’s whether you’ll be ready when it does. The good news: With the right planning, processes, and freight provider, you can scale quickly and confidently. Here’s how.
Many businesses struggle with a fundamental challenge: their shipment volumes don’t fit neatly into traditional freight categories. They’re too large for parcel services but too small to justify full truckload rates. This is where small freight shipping becomes not just relevant, but essential.
As businesses grow and change, so do their shipping needs. What started as a few parcels a day can quickly turn into pallets and the need for a more deliberate strategy. We break down the three modes and explore how to determine which will work best.
The right tools make managing freight shipping easy. No waiting for a response to your tracking follow-up email. No long hold times over the phone. With Amazon Freight’s self-service online portal, everything you need to know about your load is at your fingertips.
Welcome to Amazon Freight. Our goal is simple: make middle-mile freight shipping easier for your business. Whether you’re just beginning to explore freight options or looking for a smoother way to manage existing shipments, we’re here to help.
Customer stories
If you’re exploring freight options, chances are Amazon Freight has crossed your radar. But what do shippers actually think about Amazon Freight? Here is what real customers have to say.
If you work in logistics at a company that sells water bottles, there’s no humor when your operations experience a “bottleneck.” Such backups send kinks throughout the supply chain. That’s what Joel McAllister of
HydroJug faced on a weekly basis before they started using Amazon Freight.
When you work in the world of logistics, some days are filled with chaos and uncertainty. Hanna Xu is familiar with those type of days as a project manager for JW Fulfillment. With Amazon Freight, she’s found a provider that is a sense of calm in the storm.
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.
People
Meet Bobby Bailey, an Amazon Freight Dedicated Transportation Consultant who helps his customers’ freight orders get to their destination as planned, while also looking around corners to help solve customer pain points.
At Amazon Freight, we believe in the power of people to drive innovation and excellence in customer service. Today, we’re excited to introduce you to Tamika Durham, a Program Manager for Service Excellence. Her role is crucial in shaping our customer-centric approach.
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.
Meet Brent Kreider from Amazon Freight. He works closely with some of the biggest companies in the world to optimize their shipping and tap into Amazon’s network.
Colleen Crewe works closely with some of the biggest companies in the world to optimize their shipping and tap into Amazon’s freight network.
Meet Amazon Freight’s Chidi Onwuka, a pricing expert, who shares his experience in the field and insights into what impacts freight rates and how he works with shippers.