Definition
Drayage is the short-distance trucking of a container, typically between a port or rail terminal and a nearby warehouse, yard, or customer. It is a distinct leg with its own carrier, charges, and scheduling.
Why it matters
Drayage scheduling depends on container availability, customs release, and free-time windows. Missing the window leads to demurrage or detention charges, so drayage is a deadline-sensitive step.
How TIO handles it
TIO surfaces the drayage next-action on the job once customs release and arrival data are in, so the move is scheduled before free time runs out.
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