Logistics Services
Drayage Services
Container Local Drayage
UTB Logistics: Seamless intermodal container transport for short-distance round trips or from ports to warehouse.
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Explore top-notch drayage services with UTB Logistics. Specializing in streamlined container transport, our expertise optimizes your logistics costs. Benefiting your business with seamless intermodal container transport for short-distance round trips to and from ports. Our services cover a range of container types, including Standard, Open Top, Flat Rack, and Reefer, ensuring flexibility to meet your specific shipping needs.
UTB Logistics Streamlined Local Container Drayage
UTB Logistics is your trusted partner for Streamlined Local Container Drayage. With a commitment to efficiency and reliability, our specialized drayage services ensure seamless transportation of containers within the local area. Leveraging our expertise and a well-established network, we prioritize timely deliveries and cost-effective solutions. Whether it’s Standard, Open Top, Flat Rack, or Reefer containers, our dedicated team is equipped to handle diverse shipping needs. Partner with confidence as our trusted network of reliable providers adheres to stringent quality parameters, ensuring secure and timely cargo delivery. Guard your company against scams and freight issues with experienced and legally constituted carriers available across all states.
Drayage Services
Standard Containers
Versatile solution to transport a wide range of goods.
Open Top
Efficient open-top drayage for oversized or uniquely shaped cargo.
Flat Rack
Efficient and secure flat-rack drayage, catering to oversized or unconventional cargo with precision.
Reefer
Temperature-controlled reefer drayage for the safe transportation of perishable goods.
Why choose our Drayage Services?
With over 20 years of experience, our drayage specialists ensure the safe and timely execution of any type of movement.
Our drayage services are your best business solution, partnering with us feels like having an in-house department seamlessly integrated into your company.
We handle permits and requirements tailored to your logistics operation, including route studies, escorts, and equipment.
24/7 Support: Whether you need monitoring, a quick call, or real-time tracking of your loads, we’re here for you at any hour.
Frequently Asked Questions
Drayage Services
Drayage is a land transportation service specialized in the movement of containers between ports, railway terminals, warehouses, distribution centers or final destinations. It is a key link in the international logistics chain, especially in imports and exports.
When do you use the Drayage service?
- When ocean or rail cargo must be transported to/from a port or intermodal terminal.
- To connect international transport with last-mile land transport.
- In operations with 20-, 40-, or 53-foot containers, full or empty.
Types of Drayage we offer at UTB Logistics:
- Import and Export
- Hazmat Drayage
- Reefer Drayage
- Overweight Drayage
- Inland Drayage
Why choose UTB Logistics?
We have access to major sea and rail ports in North America, as well as a network of certified carriers to ensure timely, secure, and customs-compliant deliveries.
UTB Logistics has a presence in major U.S. ports and ramps, including:
- Albany, NY
- Buffalo, NY
- Chicago, IL
- Reno, CA
- Laredo, TX
- St. Louis, MO
- Los Angeles, CA
- Long Beach, CA
- Tampa, FL
- Philadelphia, PA
- Seattle, WA
- Mobile, AL
- Denver, CO
- Kansas City, KS
- Kansas City, MO
- Houston, TX
- Minneapolis, MN
- Indianapolis, IN
- Dallas, TX
The maximum weight a container can carry depends on the container type and local road transport regulations. In general:
- 20-foot container (20′ DV): Can carry up to 24,000 kg (52,910 lbs) of cargo.
- 40-foot container (40′ DV / HC): Can carry up to 27,600 kg (60,847 lbs) of cargo.
It’s important to consider the maximum gross weight allowed, which includes the weight of the empty container plus the cargo, as well as the legal axle weight limits in each state or country when transporting cargo by land.
At UTB Logistics, we help you plan the transportation of your goods in compliance with all safety and weight regulations to avoid delays or penalties.
UTB Logistics does not directly manage customs clearance procedures, but we have a network of trusted partners specializing in customs services. Thanks to these strategic alliances, we can help you coordinate customs clearance for your international shipments, ensuring efficient and seamless management at the border.
Our comprehensive approach combines ground transportation (FTL, LTL, and drayage) with the necessary support to ensure your cargo complies with all customs requirements in the United States, Mexico, and Canada.
Drayage accessorials are additional charges that may apply during the land movement of containers, depending on factors such as weight, waiting time, or specific logistics services. These costs reflect special service conditions and help prevent expenses not included in the base rate.
Some of the most common accessorials in drayage include:
- Chassis Fee: normally includes a minimum of 2 days.
- Tri-axle Fee: Applies if a 20-foot container exceeds 37,500 lbs (minimum 2 days).
Overweight Fee:
- 20′ Container: Maximum weight allowed 43,000 lbs.
- 40′ Container: Maximum weight allowed 45,000 lbs.
- Prepull Fee: Fee for picking up the container before the delivery date (if applicable).
- Storage Fee: Fee for additional storage (if applicable).
- Detention: Up to 2 hours of waiting time is included at no additional cost (if applicable).
- Chassis Split: When the chassis must be picked up at a different location than the container (if applicable).
- Chassis Flip: Loading or unloading the container from the chassis (if applicable).
- Scale/Weight Tickets: Fee for issuing weight tickets (if required).
¿Why are they important?
Understanding and anticipating these charges is key to avoiding surprises on your invoice and ensuring efficient and profitable logistics management. At UTB Logistics, we help you identify potential additional charges from the moment you receive your quote so you can make informed decisions from the start.
