Drayage
Short-distance trucking that moves freight between transportation hubs, such as from a port to a warehouse, or from a rail yard to a distribution center. Drayage is a critical link in the intermodal supply chain, connecting ocean, rail, and long-haul trucking. Despite being short in distance (typically under 100 miles), drayage can be expensive due to port congestion, chassis availability, and wait times.
Detailed Explanation
Short-distance trucking that moves freight between transportation hubs, such as from a port to a warehouse, or from a rail yard to a distribution center. Drayage is a critical link in the intermodal supply chain, connecting ocean, rail, and long-haul trucking. Despite being short in distance (typically under 100 miles), drayage can be expensive due to port congestion, chassis availability, and wait times.
Example
A drayage carrier picks up an import container at the Port of Newark and delivers it to a warehouse in Edison, NJ — a 25-mile trip that takes 4 hours due to port congestion.
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