East Coast Port Market Recap – NJ NY, Savannah Charleston Limited appointment availability, chassis shortages in certain areas, and terminal-specific return restrictions have contributed to increased dwell times and added operational costs for
Drayage Freight Market Update: January 2025 | C. H. Robinson In addition to the general chassis shortages, even carriers with private chassis are being denied and the rail will not move them Drayage services face high volumes and extended wait times across several regions of the United States New infrastructure projects are planned
How US Trucking Capacity Constraints Really Hit Port Drayage The real bottleneck is inland: drayage drivers, chassis, and appointment systems This post explains how US trucking capacity constraints now hit port drayage first—and how LSPs can design around that with data and visibility
Drayage Freight Market Update: July 2025 | C. H. Robinson Intermodal services face particular constraints, as chassis shortages compound the congestion Peak season volumes will likely intensify equipment imbalances, potentially adding three to five days to normal transit times for cargo moving beyond the New York metropolitan area
The Chassis Crisis: Impacts on US Drayage Operations Discover how chassis shortages in 2026 are impacting US ports from LA to Savannah and learn actionable strategies for carriers and shippers to maintain fluidity
Chassis Shortage and Port Delays: What Shippers Must Know In this guide, we’ll unpack what’s really behind the chassis crisis, how it’s impacting your freight, and why working with a smart drayage partner like Drayage Trucking can help you move your shipments even when the system is under strain
Chassis Shortage and Per Diem Exposure: A Practical Guide for BCOs Chassis availability at major East Coast ports has tightened significantly since Q4 2025, and the combination of high port volumes and constrained chassis supply is creating real last free day (LFD) exposure for importers who aren't proactive
Charleston and Savannah Hit Volume Records: What It Means for Drayage . . . East Coast ports are posting volume numbers they haven't seen before Charleston and Savannah are both tracking above their all-time monthly records in January 2026 — driven by a combination of tariff front-loading, continued Red Sea rerouting, and strong consumer demand