If the current freight climate continues, a number of freight brokerages—many of them large—will likely fail over the next year.
The current market presents a toxic combination of sluggish freight volumes and firming spot rates, which is the worst possible environment for freight brokers.
Understanding the Market Dynamics
Freight brokerages act as intermediaries between shippers and carriers, profiting from the margins between contract rates (what they charge shippers) and spot rates (what they pay carriers for immediate loads).
Luckily here at Royaltainer, we have a strong presence in the market and with our worldwide network we will face 2026 head on and accept the challenging times ahead.
