Stay informed on the latest Alaska transportation news, including industry updates and Carlile’s role in the supply chain. We provide timely insights into regulatory changes and infrastructure developments impacting freight movement across the state.
October 7, 2022 Dear TOTE Maritime Alaska Customers, TOTE Maritime Alaska has filed a General Rate Increase (GRI) of 7% to be effective Sunday, November 6, 2022. This rate action was filed with the United States Surface Transportation Board in Washington, D.C. The GRI filing applies to STB TOTE tariffs 101-A, 202-B,...
Updated: August 16, 2024 “Driving through the Dalton Highway in the dead of winter is like nothing else. It’s just you, the truck, and miles of icy road with nothing but mountains and frozen rivers for company. If you respect the road and know what you’re doing, it’s the kind of work that sticks with...
Carlile Transportations Senior Account Manager Elinor Harrington, sat down for a podcast with Steve Grossmith of Global Logistics to discuss the unique requirements required to move 28 wood bison across interior Alaska. Carlile Transportation has been working with the Alaska Department of Fish and Game and Alaska Wild Conservation Center to deploy wood bison back...
At Carlile Transportation, we value safety, reliability, and dedication and seek people who share our love for Alaska. We are the industry leaders bringing innovative solutions to the complex supply chain and shipping logistics industry. We look for pride, integrity, grit, and approachability in every one of our employees. You may be familiar with our...
Supply chain logistics are the backbone of many different industries. For instance, the manufacturing process cannot exist without supply chain logistics. Various materials must be sourced from suppliers and brought to the factory to create a product. The manufacturing process would grind to a halt without supply chain logistics. The food industry is another excellent...
SHIPPING DELAY INFORMATION: Due to a mechanical issue, the northbound voyage 22113, scheduled for departure on July 20, 2022, has been canceled. Northbound voyage 22115 will continue as scheduled on Friday, July 22. Tote is expected to return to two sailings next week. Our team at Carlile is working diligently to minimize the impact of...
Updated: September 4, 2024 If you’re looking to move goods to or from Alaska, you’ll need to be aware of the unique challenges that come with shipping in Alaska. The top four are weather, road conditions, terrain, and Alaskan size and weight restriction. The terrain can be difficult to navigate, especially if you’re driving a...
A cold chain is a temperature-controlled supply chain. It begins with the producer of perishable goods and ends with the consumer. Warehouses, transportation, & storage facilities must maintain a specific temperature range to keep the product’s quality intact. This process helps preserve goods sensitive to temperature shifts. What is a Cold Chain? A cold chain...
Freight logistics are essential to the proper function of a healthy supply chain. With so many moving parts and systems that need to work together as cleanly as possible, it’s natural to expect some big challenges. In the state of Alaska, we experience even bigger challenges. Key Challenges in Freight Logistics Freight logistics face several...
Alaska 2021 General Rate Increase Announcement In response to the announced 2021 general rate increase by Tote Maritime Alaska, Carlile will be increasing our rates effective on November 14th, 2021. What is a General Rate Increase? A general rate increase (GRI) is a rate that carriers apply to ocean freight rates. The general rate increase,...
