If you work in logistics and supply chain management, you're likely familiar with the many acronyms and abbreviations used in the industry. To help you stay up to speed, we've compiled a comprehensive list of acronyms starting with the letter A. From UCC (Uniform Commercial Code ) to USDOT (United States Department of Transportation ), this list covers the most common acronyms used by freight carriers, truckers, brokers, warehouses, and other transportation professionals. Whether you're a seasoned veteran or just starting out in the industry, this resource is sure to come in handy.
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UCC
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Uniform Commercial Code | |
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UCC
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Union Customs Code (Europe) | |
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UCR
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Unique Consignment Reference | |
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UKPTG
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United Kingdom Proscribed Terrorist Groups | |
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UNSC
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United Nations Security Council | |
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UPC
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Uniform Product Code | |
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UPS
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United Parcel Service | |
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USDA
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U.S. Department of Agriculture | |
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USPS
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United States Post Office | |
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URS
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Unified Registration System | The Unified Registration System is an electronic on-line registration system that streamlines and simplifies the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration’s (FMCSA) registration process and serve as a clearinghouse and depository of information on all entities regulated by the Agency, including motor carriers, brokers, freight forwarders, intermodal equipment providers (IEPs), hazardous materials safety permit (HMSP) applicants/holders, and cargo tank manufacturing and repair facilities. The URS combines multiple registration processes, information technology systems and forms into a single, electronic online registration process. |
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USDOT
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United States Department of Transportation | A federal department of the U.S. government whose mission is to Its purpose is to ensure a fast, safe, efficient, accessible, and convenient transportation system. |
Complete list of logistics and supply chain management acronyms used by freight carriers, truckers, brokers, warehouses and other transportation professionals starting with U.