Polo 4PL Newsletter #69

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Drayage Appointment Setting: Avoid Per Diem & Demurrage Fees with Polo 4PL

When it comes to importing and transporting drayage containers, every minute counts. Missed return deadlines, inefficient scheduling, and port congestion can lead to costly per diem, demurrage, and detention charges—all of which cut into your profit margins and disrupt your operations.

At Polo 4PL, we specialize in drayage appointment setting and proactive logistics management to ensure your containers are picked up, transported, and returned on time—eliminating unnecessary fees and optimizing your supply chain.

The Hidden Costs of Missed Appointments: Demurrage & Per Diem Explained

• Demurrage Fees – Charged when a container exceeds the allowed free time at the port or terminal before pickup. If you miss your Last Free Day (LFD) due to appointment unavailability or scheduling issues, you’re looking at daily fees ranging from $75 to $300 per container per day—sometimes even higher at congested ports.
• Per Diem Fees (Detention Charges) – Once a container is picked up, it must be returned within the agreed timeframe. If a container stays at a warehouse or yard too long, the steamship line starts charging per diem fees for each extra day the container is held.
• Miss an appointment for your LFD? You could be paying BOTH demurrage and per diem charges, leading to thousands of dollars in extra costs.

How Polo 4PL Helps You Avoid Demurrage & Per Diem Fees

At Polo 4PL, we take a proactive approach to container scheduling, ensuring your freight moves on time while avoiding unnecessary penalties.

• Guaranteed Port & Terminal Appointments – We book and confirm your drayage appointments in advance, ensuring your containers are picked up before LFD deadlines to avoid demurrage fees.
• Last-Minute Appointment Solutions – Facing a scheduling issue? We secure emergency slots and work with our network of drayage partners to expedite last-minute pickups.
• Automated LFD & Return Reminders – Our system tracks Last Free Days (LFDs) and sends real-time alerts to keep your team aware of key deadlines.
• Flexible Drayage & Expedited Options – Need faster movement? We offer priority drayage services, chassis repositioning, and same-day pickups to keep cargo flowing.
• Warehouse Coordination for Faster Unloading – Avoid detention fees by working with our warehouse partners who offer priority unloading to get containers emptied and returned before penalties kick in.

With Polo 4PL’s expert appointment-setting services, you get peace of mind knowing your containers will move efficiently—without unexpected charges!

Avoid Costly Freight Delays & Keep Your Containers Moving

1. Eliminate Per Diem & Demurrage Fees – Never pay for late returns or missed LFDs again
2. Optimize Your Supply Chain – Keep your freight flowing smoothly with strategic appointment scheduling
3. Save Thousands on Avoidable Fees – Take control of your container logistics and reduce operational costs

Let Polo 4PL Manage Your Drayage Appointments Today!

Whether you're handling a few containers a month or high-volume freight, Polo 4PL’s logistics experts ensure your containers move efficiently, avoiding unnecessary fees.

Contact us now to discuss how we can streamline your container movements and keep your costs low!

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