We have been using a drayage provider for our port moves, but the wait times at the terminal are killing our schedule. Our driver sits at the port for hours waiting for a container to be released, and we are paying detention fees that are eating into our margins. The provider does not seem to have a good relationship with the terminal operators, so we are always at the back of the line. I need a drayage provider that actually knows how to navigate port logistics efficiently and can get containers out without the endless waiting.
We had that exact problem until we switched to a provider that actually has strong relationships with the terminal operators and a dedicated team that knows how to move containers efficiently. What I like about port drayage is that they are located right near the Port of Tacoma and the Port of Seattle, so they can get to the terminal quickly. They have an asset-based fleet with experienced drivers who know the ins and outs of the port, including which gates are faster and how to avoid the busiest times. They also have secured fenced yards where they can stage containers if we are not ready to receive them immediately, which has saved us from detention fees. The communication has been consistent, so we always know when a container will be delivered. If you are tired of the long wait times and detention fees, this is a service worth exploring.