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Transloading as a Cost-Reduction Tool for Shippers
Freight is becoming increasingly expensive—but savvy operators know where the savings still lie. Transloading is one of the most practical tools for cutting costs in today’s supply chain. Whether it’s bypassing long-term storage fees, consolidating containers, or streamlining final-mile deliveries, transloading keeps freight moving and budgets intact.

Terminal Transfer
Oct 172 min read


How to Choose a Transloading Partner You Can Trust
When freight moves through the Pacific Northwest, time and trust matter. Whether your containers hit Portland, Tacoma, or Seattle , the...

Terminal Transfer
Sep 302 min read


Why Transloading Is Key to E-Commerce Fulfillment
If you sell online, speed and accuracy decide whether a cart converts. That’s why transloading for e-commerce fulfillment matters :...
Steve Vorass
Sep 262 min read


Transloading vs. Cross-Docking: What's the Difference?
In logistics, few terms get mixed up more than transloading and cross-docking . They’re related, they can happen in the same facility,...

Terminal Transfer
Aug 292 min read


U.S. Tariff Update: Monday, August 18, 2025
The latest U.S. tariff update is sending shockwaves across global trade. As of August 7, 2025, reciprocal tariffs have fully taken effect...

Terminal Transfer
Aug 182 min read


How Transloading Supports Reshoring and Nearshoring Supply Chains
In today’s shifting trade landscape, the buzzwords aren't just "globalization" anymore—they're reshoring and nearshoring. And for good...

Terminal Transfer
Jul 282 min read


Choosing the Right Intermodal Partner
Terminal Transfer breaks down how to choose an intermodal partner—from drayage reliability to port knowledge and communication clarity.

Terminal Transfer
Jul 182 min read


Transloading to Tame the Imbalance: How Smart Moves Solve Container Shortages
Learn how Terminal Transfer leverages transloading to tackle container imbalances, reduce repositioning costs, and improve cargo flow in today’s Pacific Northwest logistics environment.

Terminal Transfer
Jun 62 min read


Tariff Truce Brings Hope—but Supply Chains Still Need a Backup Plan
Terminal Transfer explains the latest U.S.–China tariff truce for freight and why shippers should plan for volume spikes and delays.

Terminal Transfer
May 142 min read


Overcoming Port Congestion Challenges: Keeping Drayage on Schedule
Terminal Transfer shares real-world strategies for overcoming port congestion challenges and keeping drayage operations on time in the Pacific Northwest.

Terminal Transfer
May 61 min read


Overcoming Port Congestion Challenges: How to Keep Freight Moving in a Bottlenecked World
Port congestion in Seattle and Tacoma is real. Learn how Terminal Transfer helps importers manage delays, avoid fees, and keep drayage on schedule.

Terminal Transfer
Apr 202 min read


Adapting to Rising Intermodal Costs: What PNW Shippers Need to Know Now
Intermodal shipping costs are rising in the Pacific Northwest. Learn how to adapt with smarter planning and the right logistics partner.

Terminal Transfer
Apr 42 min read


Breaking Down Drayage Costs: Smart Strategies for Efficiency & Savings
Learn how to manage drayage costs effectively. Explore strategies for reducing fees, optimizing routes, and keeping freight moving.

Terminal Transfer
Mar 223 min read


Maximizing Efficiency in Intermodal Transportation
Learn how to optimize intermodal transportation with smart routing, reduced dwell time, and seamless coordination.

Terminal Transfer
Feb 282 min read


Tariff Changes and Trade Shifts: What It Means for West Coast Trucking and Drayage
Trucking and drayage are facing potential congestion and equipment shortages due to new tariffs, and changes to the de minimis exemption.

Terminal Transfer
Feb 73 min read


The Ripple Effects of Port Labor Negotiations on Drayage and Logistics
Discover how port labor negotiations impact drayage services and intermodal logistics.

Terminal Transfer
Jan 222 min read


The Critical Role of Drayage in the Supply Chain
Discover the critical role of drayage in the supply chain.

Terminal Transfer
Jan 101 min read
OR Ship-to-Rail Port Terminal
Hello Here is an article you may find interesting https://www.supplychainbrain.com/articles/40540-oregon-looks-to-build-west-coasts-first...

Terminal Transfer
Oct 23, 20241 min read


CA Rail Delays
Here is an article you may find interesting https://www.breitbart.com/economy/2024/10/18/report-freight-rail-delays-hit-two-year-high-at-...

Terminal Transfer
Oct 23, 20241 min read


East and Gulf Coast ports potential port strike
Please click on link for more info regarding this https://www.freightwaves.com/news/ila-port-strike-what-you-need-to-know

Terminal Transfer
Sep 25, 20241 min read
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