A box that sits three extra days at a marine terminal can cost more in detention and demurrage than the margin on the freight inside it. Most supply chain delays are not caused by one dramatic failure; they come from …
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How to Secure Short-Notice Container Transport When Port Drayage Falls Through
When a drayage carrier no-shows, the clock on your storage container does not pause. Most US marine terminals allow four to five calendar days of free time after discharge, and once that expires, demurrage typically runs $150 to $300 per …
5 Site Prep Mistakes That Can Delay Your Shipping Container Delivery (And How to Avoid Them)
A shipping container delivery that should take 20 minutes can turn into a wasted afternoon (and a return trip fee) when the site isn’t ready for the truck. Most failed deliveries have nothing to do with the container itself: they …
Shipping Containers vs. Storage Containers: What’s the Difference?
If you are searching for a heavy-duty steel box to hold tools on a construction site, store extra inventory for your retail business, or move cargo across the country, you have probably run into a confusing web of industry jargon. …
Built to Last: Are Shipping Containers Fireproof?
When investing in a permanent structure for business storage, inventory management, or custom building projects, security is always a top priority. While protecting your assets from theft and severe weather is critical, many property owners also worry about the unexpected …