Transportation finance for freight companies refers to the financial services and solutions tailored specifically to meet the unique needs of businesses operating in the freight and transportation industry. It encompasses a range of financial products and services designed to address the financial challenges and support the growth of freight companies.

Fleet financing refers to the financial arrangements and methods used to acquire and manage a fleet of vehicles or equipment for commercial purposes. It involves securing the necessary capital to purchase or lease a fleet and managing the associated financial aspects throughout the fleet’s lifecycle. Fleet financing is commonly used by businesses that rely on transportation, such as logistics companies, delivery services, trucking companies, and rental car agencies.

Fleet financing can encompass various financial options and strategies.

Freight factoring, truck factoring or logistics factoring is a specialized form of invoice factoring designed for the transportation industry. It is a mainstream financial strategy that involves factoring transportation receivables by the selling of account receivable invoices at a discounted rate in exchange for immediate cash.

A factoring company, also known as a “factor,” is a financial institution or service that purchases accounts receivable (i.e., unpaid invoices) from businesses. This is done to provide the businesses with immediate cash, which they can use to finance their operations, cover expenses, or grow their businesses.