Full Truckload Services

MGA International Logistics provides full truckload shipping services across the United States and Canada. Its FTL lanes include connections between Ontario manufacturing facilities, Texas distribution centres, Alberta energy sites, and California fulfillment warehouses.

MGA works with several trailer types so equipment can be matched to the freight:

How Full Truckload Shipping Works

MGA’s FTL process follows four general stages:

• Booking and planning – Shipment weight, dimensions, locations, and timeframe are collected upfront.
• Truck assignment – A carrier is matched to the freight based on route and load type.
• Direct transport – The truck travels straight to the destination, without intermediate stops or transfers.
• Delivery – Freight is unloaded at the destination.

MGA coordinates each of these steps internally, from initial planning through final delivery.

For planning purposes, a single driver can typically cover approximately 500 miles per day, depending on the specifics of the shipment (add roughly one extra day for less-than-truckload shipments). Team drivers and expedited service are available on request for time-sensitive freight; dispatch can confirm actual transit estimates for a specific route.

Industries That Use MGA International’s FTL Services

• Manufacturing & Industrial – Keeping raw material supply chains running on schedule for assembly lines that can’t afford to wait.
• Retail & Consumer Goods – Moving high-volume retail freight from distribution centres to store backrooms.
• Agriculture & Food – Transporting temperature-sensitive produce and bulk agricultural commodities in reefer and dry van equipment.
• Automotive – Supporting just-in-time delivery of parts, assemblies, and finished vehicles.
• Construction & Infrastructure – Moving steel, lumber, equipment, and materials on flatbed and step deck trailers with proper permitting.
• Energy & Mining – Transporting oilfield equipment, generator sets, and heavy machinery on specialized and lowboy equipment.
• Pharmaceutical & Healthcare – Providing temperature-controlled FTL shipping with chain-of-custody documentation for pharma products.
• E-commerce & Distribution – Running replenishment loads to fulfilment centres across the U.S. and Canada on dedicated schedules.

What Influences Full Truckload Shipping Costs

FTL shipping costs can vary based on several factors:

• Distance and destination – Longer hauls and remote destinations generally affect pricing; route planning and backhaul availability along high-frequency lanes can help offset costs.
• Freight weight and type – Heavier or specialized loads (refrigerated, hazardous, oversized) typically require equipment that carries a cost premium over a standard dry van.
• Market demand and seasonality – Rates can tighten during peak periods, such as Q4 and harvest season, when trucks and drivers are in higher demand. Booking ahead of these periods can help secure capacity.
• Fuel prices – Fuel surcharges are typically calculated separately from the base rate and adjusted as diesel prices move.
• Accessorial services – Add-ons such as liftgate delivery, expedited shipping, or detention can affect the final invoice.

MGA states that its FTL quotes are structured as transparent, all-in pricing, with fuel and accessorial charges disclosed rather than bundled in as hidden fees.

Benefits of Full Truckload Shipping

• Faster transit times – No transfers or terminal stops between pickup and delivery.
• Lower risk of damage – Freight stays on the same truck from origin to destination, reducing handling.
• Predictable scheduling – Pickup and delivery windows aren’t shared with other shippers’ freight.
• Dedicated service – The shipper has more control over the truck, route, and handling process.
• Scalability – FTL supports bulk shipping needs as order volumes grow.

What to Look for When Evaluating Full Truckload Shipping Companies

Businesses comparing full truckload shipping companies are often trying to answer one underlying question: which provider can move this specific freight reliably, at a fair and transparent price? A few factors are useful to check regardless of which FTL trucking companies you’re considering:

• Equipment range: Does the provider offer the trailer type your freight actually needs (dry van, flatbed, reefer, step deck, lowboy/RGN), or will you need a second vendor for specialized loads?
• Geographic coverage: Does their network match your actual lanes, including cross-border capability if you ship between the U.S. and Canada?
• Carrier vetting: How are carriers in their network qualified on safety record, on-time performance, equipment condition, and insurance?
• Visibility and tracking: Can you see where your shipment is in transit, or only get updates after the fact?
• Pricing structure: Is the quote all-in, or are fuel and accessorial charges added later?
• Customs and compliance support: For cross-border freight, does the provider handle documentation and broker coordination in-house, or is it outsourced?
• Support availability: Is dispatch reachable outside standard business hours if a delay or reroute comes up?
• Relevant industry experience: Has the provider handled freight like yours before (temperature-controlled, just-in-time, oversized, etc.)?

Based on the criteria above, MGA International’s published capabilities include a carrier network vetted against safety and insurance requirements, real-time GPS tracking, all-in pricing disclosure, an in-house cross-border team, 24/7 dispatch support, and experience across the industries listed earlier on this page.

Why Shippers Work with MGA International

• 25+ years of FTL experience MGA has been moving full truckload freight across North America since its founding, building established carrier relationships and cross-border processes along the way.
• A vetted carrier network Carriers in the MGA network are pre-qualified against safety ratings, on-time performance, equipment condition, and insurance requirements before they’re assigned freight.
• Real-time GPS visibility MGA’s tracking platform provides shipment location, status updates, and ETA notifications.
• Transparent, all-in pricing Quotes are structured to reflect the total cost, with fuel and accessory charges disclosed rather than added as surprises at invoice.
• In-house cross-border capability MGA’s team handles customs documentation, broker coordination, and compliance review for international shipments.
• 24/7 dispatch and support – MGA’s dispatch and customer support team is available around the clock for delays, rerouting, or last-minute changes.
• Industry-specific knowledge – MGA’s team works with the compliance and handling requirements specific to sectors such as automotive, pharmaceutical, and energy freight.

Get Your Full Truckload Quote

MGA International’s logistics team can help match your shipment to the right equipment, route, and carrier. Request a quote through MGA’s online RFQ form, or reach the team directly at 844-334-0039 or info@mgainternational.com.