June Edition: The 10-4 Newsletter

June Edition: The 10-4 Newsletter

?? 3 Ideas?

I. ???What Will Peak Season Look Like?

U.S. containerized import volumes have been on the rise for two consecutive months, with a notable?3.8% growth from April to May 2023. However, predictions for the approaching summer months are varied.

The National Retail Federation expects the upward trend in import volumes to carry on through early Q3, albeit remaining below the peak levels we saw in 2022. Others forecast that volumes may level out or possibly decline in the latter half of the year.

As large retailers start depleting their stockpile from last year, we anticipate a return to normal seasonality with import volumes closely aligning with 2019 levels. Here's how you can effectively prepare:

• Stay on top of your inventory levels and lead times. We're here to provide ongoing updates on global supply chain dynamics to help you navigate the forthcoming peak season.
• Truck demand is set to rise, but we expect our drayage service to be available nationwide and ready. We expect truck availability during the peak season to be stable.
• Keep an eye on the final ruling from?the FMC on detention and demurrage. It could be a game changer for all of us!

And for those of us who are always looking on the bright side, we've got some handy tips to prepare for a more typical peak season.

• Start planning early:?Peak shipping season typically starts late summer and runs through October. Starting early will give you time to secure capacity, negotiate rates, and develop a plan of attack in case of delays or disruptions.
• Work with a reliable dray partner:?Not all drayage companies are created equal. You've done your research because ContainerPort Group has a proven track record of?reliability and service you can trust. Our high-5's will always be better than this.

• Track your shipments closely.?Stay close to your customer experience contact. They will help you identify any potential delays and take steps to mitigate them. Speaking of tracking, we have a question for you!?Would it be helpful for your trucker to provide visibility from origin to destination??Let us know on this short yes/no poll?here.
• Communicate with us regularly.?Let's stay on the same page and resolve any issues quickly. Our single point of contact makes it easy to do this.
• Be flexible.?Things don't always go according to plan, so be prepared to make adjustments.

Do you want to get a jump on peak season volumes and speak with us? We are ready.?Give us a call. 440-333-1330.

II. One Call Does It All: Introducing Our Single Point of Contact Program

In an industry where clear and efficient communication really makes a difference, we're excited to introduce our new Single Point of Contact program. This initiative is designed to streamline your experience with us by providing a dedicated representative for all your inquiries and needs. No more juggling multiple calls or emails - just one contact who knows your account inside and out. We're confident this program will enhance your interactions with us and ultimately translate into a smoother and more efficient ocean dray process for you. Here's to making waves in effective communication! ????

III. Knock, Knock. Who's There? It's Us, Now in Our Expanded Facility in Charleston!

We’re excited to announce that we’ve grown, and so has our commitment to serving you better. We’ve just swung open the doors to our new trucking terminal in Charleston. With this expansion, we aim to provide improved service and shorter transit times for your drayage needs. Our new terminal is all set and ready to roll, and we can't wait to help you move your cargo from this dynamic port city. Charleston, here we come!?Read more here.

?? 1 Question For You

??Are you moving freight through the Big Apple?

If your business involves moving freight through the the New York/New Jersey market, we have great news! Our sister company,?World Distribution Services, offers top-notch cross-docking and warehousing solutions in key port markets, including a state-of-the-art Class A Facility in Linden, NJ just 8 miles from the port. Whether you require cross-docking, transloading, retail distribution, warehousing, inventory management, or all of the above, we've got you covered. And, we even have our own dedicated drayage fleet working the Linden warehouse. Go figure! ??Best thing about this -?one invoice?for you for all of these services.?

Yes, I need east coast 3PL services!