Originally published at: July 4th Heat: What It Means for Reefer Capacity and Spot Rates - FreightWaves
SummaryView TranscriptExtreme heat is scorching the Eastern US, from the Gulf Coast to Canada, with heat index values hitting 114 degrees. This isn’t just a weather story; it’s a critical freight market update for temperature-controlled freight. We’re seeing reefer spot rates and tender rejections near all-time highs. Companies are shifting from dry van to refrigerated…