Owned capacity first
Our own trucks are checked before outside capacity is assigned.
ShippersFreight
Brokerage the way it should work —
Freight
Brokerage
Brokerage the way it should work —
as a supplement to owned trucks,
not a middleman on every load.
Ship Smart Solutions offers freight brokerage as an extension of our asset-based fleet, giving you access to vetted carrier capacity, transparent pricing, and reliable service. When your volume exceeds our trucks or a lane requires specialized equipment, we cover it through a trusted network with the same tracking, accountability, and service standards.
Vetted overflow
Pre-qualified carriers support surge, off-network, and specialized freight.
Fraud protection
Authority, insurance, safety, and carrier identity are verified.
48-state reach
Fleet and network capacity extend coverage across the contiguous United States.
How our brokerage worksBrokerage Built
Brokerage Built
on an Asset Base
Most freight brokers own nothing and broker everything. Ship Smart Solutions starts with company-operated capacity, then uses a controlled carrier network only where additional reach, volume, or equipment is needed.
Owned Capacity First
Your freight is assigned to our own trucks whenever equipment and lane coverage allow.
Vetted Overflow
Pre-qualified carriers extend capacity when demand exceeds our fleet.
Same Visibility
Tracking, updates, and shipment documents remain consistent on every load.
One Accountable Team
You work with Ship Smart Solutions from quote through delivery, regardless of equipment source.
Carrier Vetting
FMCSA authority, insurance, safety, and operating identity are verified before dispatch.
Compliance Monitoring
Carrier status and coverage are monitored beyond the initial onboarding check.
The asset-based brokerage differenceReach Without Giving Up
Reach Without Giving Up
Accountability
A broker-only model depends entirely on outside capacity. Ship Smart Solutions uses brokerage to extend an operating fleet, so overflow coverage remains connected to direct transportation experience, visibility, and controlled carrier standards.
Every load begins with outside capacity.
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No company-operated trucks behind the plan
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Coverage depends entirely on the daily market
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Greater risk of unauthorized carrier handoffs
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Brokerage is the whole operating model
Owned trucks first, vetted brokerage when needed.
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Company-operated capacity is checked first
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Pre-qualified carriers cover overflow and specialty lanes
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Tracking and accountability remain under one team
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Fraud and compliance controls protect network freight
Flexible capacityWhen Brokerage Capacity
When Brokerage Capacity
Makes Sense
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Volume surges
Seasonal peaks and unexpected demand require additional trucks beyond committed fleet capacity.
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Off-network lanes
An origin or destination falls outside the normal operating pattern of your core lanes.
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Specialized equipment
A shipment requires equipment or configuration not available on our fleet for that move.
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Dedicated-program overflow
Flexible network capacity supports volume above the committed base without rebuilding the program.
How it worksHow Brokerage Works
How Brokerage Works
With Ship Smart Solutions
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Request a quote
Share your lane, equipment requirements, commodity, and shipment timing.
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We check our fleet first
Company-operated equipment is assigned whenever capacity and lane fit allow.
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We cover overflow
A vetted, monitored carrier is selected for surge, off-network, or specialized freight.
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Track to delivery
Shipment visibility, updates, and accountability remain consistent through final delivery.
Expedited Freight
Reefer & Dry Van
Specialized Logistics
Nationwide Coverage
Last-Mile Delivery
Reliable On-Time
Freight Brokerage FAQs
Is Ship Smart Solutions a freight broker or a carrier?
Primarily an asset-based carrier that owns its trucks. Freight brokerage is offered as an extension of the fleet, covering overflow, off-network lanes, and specialized equipment through a vetted carrier network.
How is asset-based brokerage different from a regular freight broker?
A traditional broker owns no trucks and brokers everything, while this model moves freight on an owned fleet first and brokers only overflow, giving more direct accountability and capacity less dependent on the spot market.
How do you protect against freight fraud and double brokering?
By verifying FMCSA authority, insurance, and safety before a carrier hauls, applying controls to prevent unauthorized re-brokering, and monitoring carrier compliance continuously.
When would my freight be brokered instead of on your trucks?
When demand exceeds the owned fleet, a lane is outside the usual network, or a load needs equipment the fleet does not cover on that run. Owned capacity is always checked first.
Do I still get tracking on brokered loads?
Yes. Visibility, updates, and documents stay consistent whether freight is on an owned truck or a vetted network carrier.
Is dedicated capacity better than brokerage?
For consistent, recurring volume, dedicated capacity on the owned fleet usually gives better reliability and rate stability, while brokerage is ideal for surges and overflow around that base.
Do you broker freight nationwide?
Yes. Between the owned fleet and vetted carrier network, freight is covered across all 48 states.
How do I get a freight brokerage quote?
Use the quote form with your lane, equipment, and timing.
Need flexible capacity?
Reach and Accountability in One Partner
Get the capacity of a vetted broker network and the accountability of a carrier that operates its own trucks, with visibility and fraud protection built into the process.