For importers, the wait between port and warehouse can be the most expensive stretch of the journey—especially in the Pacific Northwest. When containers sit idle—even for just a day—hidden costs begin to accumulate. From demurrage and per diem charges to lost time coordinating multiple vendors, these inefficiencies don’t just delay delivery—they drain profits. At Terminal Transfer, we keep freight moving with integrated drayage + transloading services, giving shippers in Portland and beyond...

The upcoming Supreme Court decision on tariffs could significantly reshape the global logistics, trade agreements, and freight networks for years to come. For providers like Terminal Transfer, which manages cross-dock, transload, and distribution operations across the Pacific Northwest, the impact of this ruling could reach every point in the supply chain — from port to pallet. What’s Happening The U.S. Supreme Court is deciding whether the President has the authority to impose wide-ranging...

Keeping Freight on Track: The Truth About Drayage Delays When it comes to intermodal drayage  in the Pacific Northwest, drayage   delays can throw off entire supply chains. Whether you’re moving containers from the Ports of Seattle, Tacoma, or Portland, the slightest hiccup can result in lost time and additional costs.  Fortunately, shippers using Terminal Transfer’s intermodal and drayage services have a clear advantage: real-time communication, strategic proximity to major terminals, and...