Jan 29, 2026 | Drayage, Shippers & Forwarders
Export drayage ERD failures are rarely caused by missed deadlines. They’re caused by treating Early Return Dates like guarantees instead of volatile operational signals. In real-world export logistics, containers miss cutoff even when bookings are correct, freight is...
Nov 19, 2024 | Drayage, Draydex, Shippers & Forwarders
The Time to Price-Check Your Inland Drayage Rates is NOW! The promise of new import tariffs has retailers and manufacturers that depend on foreign suppliers stocking up on inventory before the inland drayage rate hikes occur. These imposed tariffs, especially on...
Jun 20, 2024 | Brokers, Drayage, Shippers & Forwarders
Updated July 22, 2026 A drayage freight broker can speed up your short-distance logistics operation from the port or rail yard to the warehouse or consignee while saving you money. Quick Answer: A drayage freight broker is a non-asset logistics provider that...
May 28, 2024 | Drayage, Supply Chain
Chassis pools are an essential component of the supply chain that significantly influences the economics and operational fluidity of container transport. At Freight Management Inc. (FMI), we recognize that effective chassis usage goes beyond mere...
May 28, 2024 | Drayage, Logistics Industry
Demurrage and detention are terms that play a big role in the economics and efficiency of your shipping operations. At FMI, we understand that effective management of these charges is not just about cost control—it’s about strategic logistics planning that keeps...
Apr 24, 2024 | Drayage, Logistics Industry, Supply Chain
The freight industry is undergoing some notable changes in 2024, particularly with the Federal Maritime Commission’s (FMC) recent regulations and rules. These rulings include new regulations that refine demurrage and detention billing practices, explicitly...
