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New platform makes shipping data more dynamic

22 Jan 2025 - by Liesl Venter
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A new data platform is set to transform the way in which market information for the freight industry is accessed and understood.

Developed by Linernet, TradeSight simplifies complex data, turning it into actionable insights that can be easily accessed through a single interface.

According to Claire Alberts of Linernet, TradeSight has been in development for some time, with the aim of making market data more meaningful and transparent.

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