When you let SPL Agency LLC move your freight, you gain access to the unmatched power of Landstar’s extensive network. This means you benefit from reliable shipping capacity, our access to advanced technology, and a wide range of transportation solutions.
We are committed to providing our customers with quality service. We will work closely with you to develop the best logistics plan for your supply chain. After all, the success of our company is based on your success.
You can trust that SPL Agency LLC of Las Vegas will keep your supply chain moving and get your freight delivered safely and on-time.
Landstar agents are independent business owners with the tools and support of a multibillion-dollar company and the experience to provide custom shipping solutions and dedicated customer service.
SPL Agency LLC has access to a network of thousands of Landstar exclusive owner-operators who also have a vested interest in delivering customers’ freight on-time and damage-free. Plus, we have access to 70,000+ other approved carriers in the Landstar network, and one of the nation’s largest collections of van trailers and specialized transport equipment.
Every independent Landstar agency has a Landstar Safety Officer (LSO) on staff. LSOs support customer safety initiatives and promote overall safe, secure, compliant deliveries.
SPL Agency LLC is supported by Landstar’s state-of-the-art technology, ranging from analytics to a proprietary TMS to pricing tools, which empower us to deliver customized transportation solutions to customers.
Jason Gomes
Owner | Logistics Specialist
How to Set Up Your Las Vegas Convention Freight
A Step-by-Step Guide from SPL Agency
Every successful convention begins long before your exhibit reaches the show floor. Whether you're exhibiting at CES, SEMA, NAB Show, World of Concrete, CONEXPO-CON/AGG, or any of Las Vegas' major trade shows, proper transportation planning is one of the most important factors in ensuring your event runs smoothly.
At SPL Agency, we specialize exclusively in convention and trade show logistics through Las Vegas Convention Logistics. With more than 30 years of transportation experience, we understand that convention freight operates under a completely different set of rules than traditional shipping. Move-in schedules, marshaling yards, dock appointments, and strict delivery windows leave little room for error. Our job is to make sure your freight arrives safely and on time so you can focus on your customers—not your transportation.
As soon as your booth space is confirmed, reach out to our logistics team. Early planning allows us to:
Review your event schedule
Understand your shipping requirements
Determine the best transportation method
Reserve equipment before capacity tightens
Build a transportation timeline around your target move-in date
The earlier we begin planning, the more transportation options are available, often resulting in lower costs and greater flexibility.
Every shipment is unique. We'll ask for information including:
Pickup location(s)
Delivery venue
Show name
Move-in and move-out dates
Weight and dimensions
Number of pallets or crates
Whether your shipment requires specialized equipment
Providing complete shipment details allows us to recommend the most efficient transportation solution while avoiding unnecessary delays.
Most convention freight travels by enclosed dry van trailers. These shipments include:
Booth displays
Marketing materials
Promotional products
Electronics
Exhibit components
Event staging equipment
Our team coordinates pickup, shipment tracking, dock appointments, marshaling yard scheduling, and post-show return freight to keep your exhibit moving smoothly.
Not every exhibit fits inside a dry van.
Many of Las Vegas' largest conventions—including World of Concrete, CONEXPO-CON/AGG, mining expos, and fire apparatus exhibitions—require transportation for oversized machinery, industrial equipment, custom-built displays, and specialized vehicles.
SPL Agency coordinates:
Flatbed trailers
Step Deck trailers
Double Drop trailers
RGN (Removable Gooseneck) trailers
Oversized and over-dimensional freight
Pilot cars and escort vehicles
State permits and route planning
Because we're backed by Landstar's extensive specialized transportation network, we can coordinate complex heavy haul projects anywhere in North America while ensuring your equipment arrives safely and on schedule.
Convention schedules change every day.
Production delays happen.
Displays arrive late.
Manufacturers miss deadlines.
Carriers experience breakdowns.
When your shipment suddenly becomes time-critical, our Landstar Express America Expedited service is built for exactly these situations.
Our expedited services include:
Same-day dispatch (when capacity is available)
Team-driver service
Dedicated straight trucks
Cargo vans
Sprinter vans
Exclusive-use transportation
Overnight and coast-to-coast expedited solutions
If your exhibit absolutely must arrive before the show opens, our logistics professionals immediately begin identifying the fastest transportation solution available.
Many of our expedited convention shipments begin with one simple phone call:
"Our original carrier can't make the delivery."
That's when SPL Agency goes to work.
Our team monitors your shipment throughout transit and provides proactive communication every step of the way because when you're racing against a convention deadline, updates matter just as much as speed.
Convention shipping involves much more than moving freight from Point A to Point B.
We coordinate:
Pickup scheduling
Shipment tracking
Driver communication
Marshaling yard requirements
Dock appointment coordination
Convention center delivery
Return freight after the show
Our goal is simple: eliminate surprises and keep your event on schedule.
We're strategically based in Las Vegas and built specifically around the convention and trade show industry. Unlike general freight brokers, we understand the unique logistics challenges exhibitors face before, during, and after every event.
Our customers receive:
Direct access to experienced logistics professionals
Real-time shipment visibility
Nationwide transportation solutions
Specialized heavy haul expertise
Time-critical expedited transportation
Personalized customer service from quote through delivery
Whether you're shipping a single exhibit booth or coordinating multiple truckloads of oversized equipment, our team is committed to delivering reliable transportation solutions that keep your event moving.
Whether you're planning months in advance or facing a last-minute transportation emergency, SPL Agency is ready to help.
Contact us today for a customized transportation plan and competitive pricing for your next Las Vegas convention.
SPL Agency – Strategically Planned Logistics.
When your convention freight has one chance to arrive on time, make sure you have the right logistics partner behind it.
Fuel Prices, Spot Market Trends, and How SPL Agency Helps Customers Control Transportation Costs
The transportation industry continues to face changing market conditions driven by fuel costs, equipment availability, seasonal demand, and shifting economic factors. As shippers navigate these challenges, finding reliable transportation partners who can secure competitive rates while maintaining service excellence has never been more important.
At SPL Agency, we understand that transportation costs directly impact our customers' bottom line. Whether moving a single pallet, a full truckload, specialized heavy haul equipment, or convention freight destined for Las Vegas, our commitment remains the same: providing the most competitive market rates available while delivering exceptional customer service and transportation solutions.
Fuel prices remain one of the most significant variables affecting freight transportation costs. Changes in diesel prices can influence carrier operating expenses, which in turn affect spot market rates. When fuel costs rise, carriers must adjust pricing to cover increased operating expenses. Conversely, when fuel prices stabilize or decline, opportunities often emerge for more favorable freight pricing.
In addition to fuel costs, freight rates are influenced by several other factors including driver availability, equipment demand, freight volumes, weather conditions, and regional market imbalances. These variables create a dynamic transportation environment where rates can fluctuate daily.
The spot market, in particular, reflects real-time supply and demand conditions. During periods of high demand and limited truck capacity, rates can increase quickly. When capacity is abundant, shippers often benefit from more competitive pricing opportunities.
At SPL Agency, we continuously monitor transportation markets throughout North America to help our customers secure the most competitive rates possible. Our extensive carrier network allows us to evaluate multiple transportation options and identify solutions that align with both budget and service requirements.
As an independent Landstar agency, we have access to one of the largest transportation networks in the industry. This enables us to source capacity across a wide range of equipment types, including dry vans, refrigerated trailers, flatbeds, step decks, specialized heavy haul equipment, and expedited transportation services.
Rather than offering a one-size-fits-all approach, we work closely with each customer to understand their shipment requirements, delivery expectations, and budget objectives. This allows us to develop transportation solutions that maximize value while maintaining the reliability our customers expect.
Most importantly, we remain committed to providing fair, competitive market-based pricing regardless of market conditions. Our goal is to become a trusted logistics partner, not simply a transportation provider.
For shipments that do not require expedited transit times, intermodal transportation can provide substantial cost savings compared to traditional over-the-road trucking.
Intermodal transportation combines truck and rail services to move freight efficiently across long distances. Typically, freight is loaded into a container or trailer, transported by truck to a rail terminal, moved via rail for the majority of the journey, and then delivered to its final destination by truck.
Because rail transportation is highly fuel-efficient, intermodal solutions often provide lower transportation costs, particularly for long-haul shipments. This can be especially beneficial during periods of elevated fuel prices when over-the-road transportation costs may increase.
Intermodal transportation is an excellent option for cargo that does not have strict delivery deadlines. Shippers with flexible delivery schedules can often realize significant savings while maintaining dependable transit performance.
Examples of freight that may be ideal for intermodal transportation include:
By allowing additional transit flexibility, customers can often reduce transportation expenses while still meeting operational requirements.
Transportation markets will continue to evolve, and fuel prices will continue to fluctuate. However, the need for reliable logistics solutions and competitive pricing remains constant.
At SPL Agency, we are committed to helping customers navigate these market changes through strategic planning, competitive spot market pricing, and cost-effective transportation alternatives such as intermodal shipping. Whether you need dry van, refrigerated, heavy haul, expedited, or intermodal services, our team is dedicated to finding the right solution for your freight.
SPL is Strategically Planned Logistics. Our mission is simple: provide exceptional service, maintain competitive market rates, and deliver transportation solutions that help our customers succeed in an ever-changing logistics environment.
If you're evaluating transportation costs or interested in learning whether intermodal shipping could reduce your freight expenses, contact SPL Agency today. We would welcome the opportunity to discuss your transportation needs and develop a customized logistics solution for your business.
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As an independent Landstar agent, SPL Agency LLC has the flexibility and freedom to provide custom solutions for even the most unique challenges.
Our livelihood depends on earning and keeping our customers. We have a vested interest in your satisfaction and have the backing of the entire Landstar network to make that happen.
We are independent, but not alone. Landstar agents have the backing and support of specialized departments from compliance to finance.
