Following the successful launch of Connecta, Europe’s largest open logistics network, Alpega is excited to introduce Connecta Routes, a groundbreaking feature that allows shippers and forwarders to easily source carriers across specific routes across Europe. By expanding Connecta’s capabilities, Connecta Routes further enhances logistics efficiency by simplifying the process of identifying and partnering with the right verified carriers across desired routes and vehicle types.
Why Connecta Routes Matters
Shippers and freight forwarders, can now seamlessly match their transportation needs with verified carriers that operate along their required routes. Additionally, Connecta Routes provides value for spot capacity, allowing shippers and forwarders to source available carriers for urgent shipments.
For carriers, Connecta Routes offers an unprecedented opportunity to find more business by showcasing their established routes to shippers and forwarders actively searching for transportation solutions. This feature helps carriers maximize capacity utilization, attract consistent freight opportunities, and minimize empty miles.
Key Benefits of Connecta Routes
For Shippers & Forwarders:
- Easily find carriers that move goods along specific and desired routes
- Source capacity for spot shipments efficiently
- Optimize freight planning with real-time visibility of available capacity
- Reduce empty runs and improve cost efficiency
For Carriers:
- Gain increased visibility and attract more business
- Optimize fleet utilization by filling empty truck space along existing routes
- Actively signal their availability for freight on specific routes
- Reduce empty runs and improve cost efficiency
“With Connecta Routes, we’re taking a significant step toward eliminating inefficiencies in the logistics industry,” said Todd DeLaughter, CEO of Alpega. “By giving carriers, a platform to showcase their routes and making it easier for shippers and forwarders to find the right transport solutions, we’re fostering a more connected, transparent, collaborative and efficient freight ecosystem.”