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Carlile and TOTE Maritime Alaska Team Up to Support Annual Holiday Fundraiser for Troop 219

ANCHORAGE, Alaska – December 10, 2024 – Carlile Transportation and TOTE Maritime Alaska are proud to continue an annual holiday tradition of supporting Boy Scout Troop 219 in Eagle River. For more than eight years, the two companies have teamed up to donate the transport of a shipping container filled with wreaths from Tumwater, Washington,...

How Cross-Docking Reduces Costs and Boosts Speed in Alaskan Shipping

Picture this: A shipment of fresh produce rolls into an Alaskan port. It’s quickly sorted, consolidated, and loaded straight onto trucks heading to grocery stores across the state, and not hanging out in a warehouse for a while. This whole process is called cross-docking—a logistical move where goods go straight from arrival to departure without...

Bah Humbug to Backlogs! How to Avoid Holiday Shipping Delays Before They Start

Holidays in Alaska can get pretty wild. Snow’s piling up, temps are dropping like a rock, and suddenly, everybody’s in a rush to get their gifts, groceries, and supplies delivered… yesterday. At times like these, reliable freight transportation is what keeps things going up here in the Last Frontier—keeping the shelves stocked and the holiday...

I’m Excited to Join Carlile, Alaska’s Freight Network

  Alaska’s spirit is one of resilience, resourcefulness, and boundless potential. As the new CEO of Carlile Transportation, I’m excited to join a team that embodies those very qualities. We’re not just freight movers, we’re a backbone of Alaska’s economy, connecting communities and fueling progress to every Alaskan community.  As the chief operating officer at...

Carlile Transportation Plays Critical Role in Wood Bison Restoration Effort

Carlile Transportation Plays Critical Role in Wood Bison Restoration Effort ANCHORAGE – Carlile Transportation has worked in partnership with the Alaska Department of Fish & Game (ADF&G) this summer to successfully complete the over-land transport of wood bison to the soft release pen in the Minto Flats State Game Refuge. Carlile has expertly handled the...

Ship to Shelf: How Carlile Delivers the Goods You Buy with Your PFD

Alaska’s economy relies heavily on the Permanent Fund Dividend. Each year, Alaskans receive a financial boost that significantly impacts local spending habits. This injection of funds translates to a surge in demand for various products, from everyday essentials to luxury items. But how do these products reach the shelves in such a uniquely challenging state?...