Property of goods
Special goods (dangerous goods, special equipment, three super goods, fresh cold bags, etc.) in view of the characteristics of its goods, there are strict requirements for transport vehicles, natural logistics transport prices will be relatively high.
Environmental factor
The loading address, unloading address and route of the goods to be shipped will have a direct impact on the logistics transportation price.
Seasonal market factors
If there is a sudden increase in the quantity of goods in one place (such as local fruit, agricultural and sideline products, or other goods coming on the market), the balance between supply and demand will be greatly affected. Because of these goods on the market, there will be more cargo and fewer cars. Naturally, transport prices will rise rapidly. On the contrary, logistics freight rates are relatively calm or there is a possibility of decline.
Local policy factors
Such as a sudden increase in a new toll items, a construction need to detour, a major activity traffic control, a new forbidden area, a strict limit, and various tax reform, will affect the price of logistics transportation.
The fluctuation of oil price
The fluctuation of oil price directly affects the direct cost of carrying vehicles.
Other factors
Additional shipping requirements: such as the need to provide shipping packaging, provide handling, purchase insurance and other requirements of the shipper.
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