Container Drayage
Detailed Freight Guide & Operational Context
Drayage is the vital ground transportation bridge in intermodal container logistics. It refers to the short-haul trucking of shipping containers between ocean terminals, inland container depots (ICDs), rail yards, and consignee warehouses.
Specialized drayage truckers utilize semi-truck tractors with intermodal chassis trailers capable of locking standard ISO 20ft, 40ft, and 45ft containers via corner castings and twistlocks.
Drayage operations face distinct challenges including terminal gate appointment bottlenecks, port turn times, chassis availability constraints, and strict hours-of-service regulations.
Frequently Asked Questions about Drayage
What is drayage in logistics?
Drayage is the short-distance transport of containerized freight via specialized chassis trucks between ports, railheads, and local warehouses.
What are the common types of drayage?
Common types include pier/harbor drayage (port to warehouse), intermodal rail drayage (rail ramp to warehouse), and cross-town drayage (moving containers between two different rail terminals).
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