Drayage Archives - Inbound Logistics

February 7, 2025 | Drayage | Intermodal

Drayage vs Intermodal: Explaining Two Connected Transportation Modes

Efficient logistics rely on different modes of transportation to move freight smoothly from one point to another. Two crucial methods are drayage and intermodal transportation, each serving distinct roles in the supply chain. Both methods handle goods efficiently but differ in scope and purpose. Drayage focuses on short-distance transport, often between transportation hubs like rail […]

What is Cartage in Shipping and Logistics? Definition, Types, and Process

Cartage services play a crucial role in enhancing the efficiency and effectiveness of cargo transportation, especially over short distances. Through various types, such as local, terminal, and pier cartage, these services ensure that freight reaches its final destination promptly and securely.

March 19, 2024 | Drayage | Ports | Specialized Logistics | Trucking

Load More Per Container to Cut Freight Costs

Containers that reach maximum weight capacity before the container is filled have a high price tag to ship. Cut freight costs by loading more in every container.

February 27, 2024 | Drayage | January 2024

Technology Brings A New Dawn for Drayage

It’s a new day for the drayage industry as it attracts investments in technology to transform a crucial, but long-overlooked, component of the supply chain.

September 15, 2023 | Drayage | September 2023 | Trucking

TAKEAWAYS: Shaping the Future of the Global Supply Chain

From shipper expectations for the last quarter of 2023 to a regulations roundup, here’s how companies can navigate the peak season and keep freight moving while limiting costs.