Always growing. Always improving.
Shadow Group boasts over 50 years of trucking experience.
Our expert team of highly qualified and trained drayage operators works to ensure the job is done correctly, on time, and to your satisfaction. We are always looking to improve our functionality by doubling down on our strengths and improving upon our weaknesses. This meticulousness streamlines the shipping process, enhancing efficiency and securing a better experience with each delivery.
We have operations staff in each of our terminals that are dedicated to the local container drayage market.
Whether you have a container moving in or out of one of the Vancouver ports or one of the rail depots across the prairies, we have experienced staff that are familiar with all of the intricacies of each of these scenarios. We have our own inventory of chassis at each depot to facilitate any and all of your requirements.
Our teams consist of exceptionally trained and knowledgeable individuals who are passionate about what they do and are dedicated to making your transportation a flawless and stress-free experience. Our team will take on all the requirements from start to finish, from tracking and tracing, monitoring ERD and LFD cut-off dates, rail billing, and reservations.
As a group we are dedicated to always improving and growing in the knowledge of our customer’s needs, ensuring the highest quality experience.
For this reason, you can rest easy in the firm knowledge that your shipment is in the care of a faithful company committed to both excellent service and your satisfaction.
With our knowledge and expertise combined with over 500 pieces of equipment geared for service, we exercise resourcefulness to find unique solutions to meet your shipping needs and requirements.
FAQ
What is Drayage Service
drayage is the term used to describe a specialty logistics and coordinations service. It transports freight (goods, products, merchandise, cargo, etc) over short distances. Drayage is a critical component of the container transportation industry.
What is container drayage shipping?
Container drayage shipping is the transportation of freight deliveries. Typically occurring via a truck over the expanse of small-scale distances. For example, a shipment could take place from a rail terminal to a seaport, or from a storehouse to another location. Essentially, it covers the distance between intermodal delivery methods.
What are drayage shipments?
Drayage shipments refer to the delivery of containerized goods and merchandise to their specified destination. It involves the physical movement of freight from point A to point B.
How much does drayage cost?
This will vary depending on a multitude of factors such as pickup and delivery locations, size of the haul, distance travelled, as well as what country, state, or province the shipment is located in. All things considered, you could spend as little as a few hundred dollars for drayage services or up to thousands of dollars and beyond.
What risks are associated with drayage services?
Coordinating a drayage delivery can be a complex endeavour, this means there are risks involved. Events such as storms, poor budgeting, natural disasters, human error, etc, can all pose risks for drayage deliveries. That’s why it’s paramount you go to a trusted and experienced shipping company such as Shadow Group that is well versed in managing these sorts of obstacles.
Why are drayage services important?
The drayage process may seem like an insignificant aspect of the overall set of operations, but it's actually a crucial part of the logistics process. It’s a connecting link in the growing demands of international commerce. Drayage shipment services prevent congestion and blockages at ports and other delivery destinations; allowing efficient shipments to continue undisturbed. Drayage services are the dividers that separate smooth deliveries from vessel delays, bottleneck ports, and freight gridlock.
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We here at Shadow Group have the experience and expertise to ensure an efficient and smooth drayage delivery. If you have any questions or are interested in learning more about our other services.