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Drayage

Drayage
What is Drayage?
When you need to move freight quickly and reliably over short distances, drayage is the key to keeping your supply chain flowing smoothly. From the port to your warehouse, or from the rail yard to your distribution center, Tallgrass Freight can connect you with experienced carriers who know how to handle these critical short-haul moves.
Successful drayage requires timing, coordination and having the right carrier with the right equipment at the right moment. That’s why we’ve built strong relationships with trusted drayage providers who understand that every hour counts when your freight is sitting at a terminal. Our team handles the moving pieces, like carrier selection, scheduling, tracking and coordination, so you can focus on your business while we make sure your cargo gets where it needs to go.
Whether it’s port pickups, rail transfers, or facility-to-facility moves, Tallgrass Freight has the carrier network and logistics expertise to keep your freight moving. When you work with us for drayage, you get solutions that actually make sense for your operation.
Comprehensive drayage services that keep your freight moving:
Port drayage
Connecting you with carriers who handle pickup and delivery from major ports
Rail drayage
Coordinating container movement to and from rail terminals
Intermodal drayage
Facilitating smooth handoffs between different transport types
Cross-dock drayage
Arranging efficient container transfers between facilities
Detention and demurrage management
Working with carriers to help you avoid expensive delay fees
Real-time tracking
Coordinating updates so you always know where your container is
Equipment matching
Connecting you with carriers who have the right equipment for different container types and sizes
Documentation coordination
Managing paperwork, including customs documents and delivery confirmations