What The Freight Podcast
003 - Navigating the Busy Ports of the East Coast
Jun 13, 2023
Max Kantzer, Horst, and Dennis explore the unique infrastructures and commodities of bustling container ports on the US East Coast. They discuss rail traffic in Norfolk, accessorial fees in Port Everglades and Miami, and the warehouses in Savannah.
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- The Port of Baltimore serves as a direct port of call for cargo from Asia and Europe to the East Coast.
- The Port of Norfolk is a major hub for cargo destined for the Midwest, with significant rail traffic transporting goods into the region.
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Port of Boston
The Port of Boston has seen an increase in regular container services over the years, primarily serving cargo in the New England area. It is interesting to note that the port does not have chassis on the terminal, requiring truckers to pick up chassis elsewhere to pick up containers.
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