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Long Beach Drayage Services — Port of Long Beach Drayage Company

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Long Beach Drayage Services Built for Port Operations

Asset-based drayage from La Mirada, CA — 20 minutes from every Port of Long Beach terminal.

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Why Shippers Choose Precision at Long Beach

When a container clears customs and needs to move — today, not tomorrow — the last thing a cargo owner needs is a broker hunting for an available carrier. Precision dispatches from our own fleet. Our drivers are employees, not owner-operators sourced from a load board. That distinction matters during peak seasons, vessel surges, and tight last-free-day windows. It is the core reason importers and 3PLs that have experienced the broker model consistently move their Long Beach port drayage volume to an asset-based provider.

Our facility at 16055 Heron Ave., La Mirada, CA 90638 serves as a full-service yard, chassis depot, and warehouse hub. From this location, we serve every major terminal at the Port of Long Beach and the Port of Los Angeles, as well as regional rail ramps and distribution centers throughout Southern California. Whether your freight moves to an Inland Empire DC, a downtown Los Angeles cross-dock, or a direct-to-store retail facility, Precision coordinates the full first-mile move. Read our complete guide to drayage at Port of Long Beach for a detailed breakdown of how port drayage works and what to look for in a carrier.

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Port of Long Beach Terminals We Serve

Precision provides full-service drayage at all five major marine terminals at the Port of Long Beach. We maintain established relationships with terminal operators and keep our drivers trained on each gate’s check-in process, appointment booking system, and dual-transaction requirements.

Pier T / TTI (Total Terminals International): One of the highest-volume terminals at the port, TTI handles significant amounts of intermodal and direct-delivery traffic. Our drivers are fully appointment-compliant and equipped for dual transactions at this terminal.

Middle Harbor / LBCT (Long Beach Container Terminal): The port’s most modern terminal, LBCT operates on a highly automated gate system. Precision drivers are credentialed and familiar with LBCT’s TOS and appointment protocols.

Pier G / ITS (International Transportation Service): A key terminal for break-bulk and containerized cargo, ITS handles a broad mix of import commodities. Our fleet serves this terminal for both standard and overweight container moves.

Pier J / PCT (Pacific Container Terminal): PCT handles a large share of Trans-Pacific import volume. Precision provides both port pickup and terminal delivery service at Pier J.

Pier A / SSA Marine: SSA Marine at Pier A handles a diverse cargo mix. Our drivers are TWIC-cleared and cleared for access to this terminal’s secure areas.

Understanding the benefits of drayage at Port of Long Beach — including its infrastructure advantages over competing West Coast gateways — can help shippers make more informed routing decisions.

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Long Beach Drayage Services

Precision offers a full range of drayage services at the Port of Long Beach. All moves are executed by our own drivers using our own equipment, with no brokering or sub-contracting for standard freight.

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Port Drayage Long Beach

Port drayage is the movement of a container from a marine terminal to its first inland destination — a warehouse, distribution center, transload facility, or rail ramp. Precision performs thousands of port drayage moves annually at the Port of Long Beach, covering both import pickup and export drop-off. Our drivers know the terminal appointment systems, the gate procedures, and the street-turn and dual-transaction opportunities that can reduce your per-container cost. For a side-by-side analysis of how port selection affects drayage performance, see our post on Long Beach vs Los Angeles drayage.

Container Drayage Long Beach

Container drayage covers the full scope of containerized freight movement in and around the port complex — including 20-foot, 40-foot, 40-foot high-cube, and 45-foot containers. Precision’s chassis fleet includes standard sizes for all common container types, as well as triaxle chassis for overweight loads. We handle dry van, reefer, and flat-rack containers, and our yard can stage containers for same-day or next-day dispatch based on your delivery schedule.

Import & Export Drayage Long Beach

Import drayage accounts for the majority of Long Beach port volume, but Precision is equally capable on the export side. For imports, we coordinate pickup timing against your last-free-day (LFD) to eliminate demurrage exposure. For exports, we manage empty returns and loaded export deliveries to the terminal in compliance with vessel cutoff schedules. Our team monitors container availability on your behalf and proactively flags any CBP holds, chassis shortages, or terminal gate restrictions before they affect your freight.

Intermodal Drayage Long Beach

Intermodal drayage connects marine terminals to inland rail ramps — primarily the BNSF San Bernardino, UP City of Industry, and Hobart intermodal facilities in the Los Angeles Basin. Precision handles the dray leg for intermodal shipments moving both in and out of these ramps, including domestic intermodal containers destined for rail origin in Long Beach. The ongoing LA/Long Beach port expansion is expanding on-dock rail capacity, which is increasing demand for reliable intermodal drayage providers with direct terminal access.

Specialized Drayage Services

Overweight Container Drayage at Port of Long Beach

Overweight Container Drayage

Triaxle chassis fleet for containers exceeding 80,000 lb GVW across approved California corridors.

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Hazmat Drayage at Port of Long Beach

Hazmat Drayage

TWIC-cleared, CDL hazmat-endorsed drivers for DOT/IMDG hazard classes at Port of Long Beach.

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Customs Hold Drayage at Port of Long Beach

Customs Hold Drayage

CES coordination, in-bond transport, and exam management for CBP-flagged containers.

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Same-Day Drayage at Port of Long Beach

Same-Day Drayage

Urgent dispatch from La Mirada — 20 minutes from port gates — for time-critical freight.

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Overweight Container Drayage in Long Beach

Standard container weight limits in California allow up to 80,000 lbs gross vehicle weight (GVW) on a standard five-axle configuration. When a loaded container exceeds that threshold — common with heavy commodities such as stone, steel, lumber, paper, or bulk food products — a triaxle chassis is required to distribute the weight and remain highway-legal.

Precision maintains a fleet of triaxle chassis specifically for overweight drayage at Port of Long Beach. Our dispatch team identifies overweight containers at the booking stage, assigns the correct chassis, and routes the move along California’s approved overweight corridors to minimize permit requirements. We hold the necessary carrier authority to transport legally overweight loads and have extensive experience coordinating with shipper facilities that require low-dock or flatbed delivery for heavy cargo.

If your containers regularly exceed 44,000–45,000 lbs net cargo weight, you need a drayage carrier with dedicated overweight equipment — not one that scrambles for a triaxle at the last minute. Learn more about our overweight drayage Long Beach service page, or read our in-depth coverage of overweight container drayage solutions for regulatory details and best practices.

Hazmat Drayage at Port of Long Beach

Hazardous materials represent a significant portion of containerized cargo moving through the Port of Long Beach. Class 9 miscellaneous hazardous materials — including lithium batteries, magnetized materials, and environmentally hazardous substances — are among the most common hazmat categories in the import stream, but Precision also handles other IMDG/DOT hazmat classes where permitted under our carrier authority.

Every Precision driver holds a current Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC), which is required for unescorted access to secure port areas. Our drivers also hold applicable hazmat endorsements on their Commercial Driver’s Licenses (CDL-H), and our operations team is trained on hazmat placarding, segregation requirements, and emergency response documentation. We work with importers and freight forwarders to confirm that proper shipping names, UN numbers, and emergency contact information are in order before any hazmat container leaves the terminal.

Proper handling of hazmat at the port requires a carrier that understands both maritime and domestic DOT requirements — not just a driver with a CDL. For full details on our capabilities, visit our hazmat drayage Long Beach service page.

Customs Hold & Bonded Drayage Long Beach

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) selects a percentage of inbound containers for examination at the Port of Long Beach. These holds range from a routine VACIS (non-intrusive imaging) scan to a comprehensive Intensive Exam (CET/stuffing exam), which requires the container to be moved to an examination station (CES) or a Centralized Examination Station designated by CBP.

Precision has extensive experience managing containers on customs hold at Long Beach. We coordinate directly with your customs broker to confirm exam type, examination facility location, and redelivery window. For containers flagged for a Tailgate Exam, we position the container for inspection and return it to terminal or deliver it onward as directed after examination is complete. We also handle in-bond movements — transporting a container under CBP bond to a bonded facility for examination or further processing — and coordinate final delivery once the entry is liquidated and freight is released.

A customs hold does not have to mean demurrage. With the right drayage partner, you can minimize port storage fees even while your container awaits examination. Learn more at our customs hold drayage Long Beach page.

Same-Day & Urgent Drayage Long Beach

Last-free-day pressure is one of the most expensive problems in import logistics. When a container sits past its free time at the terminal, daily demurrage fees accumulate rapidly depending on the steamship line and current tariff. If your container becomes available with less than 24 hours before the LFD, you need a carrier who can act immediately.

Precision offers same-day drayage capacity at Port of Long Beach for situations where scheduling cannot wait. Our dispatch team operates with real-time container availability visibility, and our yard proximity — approximately 20 minutes from the port gates — means we can stage a driver and chassis quickly. We prioritize urgent moves for established customers and can often accommodate same-day requests for new shippers when capacity allows.

Read our detailed guide on same-day port drayage in SoCal to understand how expedited drayage is dispatched and what information you need to have ready. For rate and availability inquiries, visit our same-day drayage Long Beach service page or call us directly at (714) 690-9344.

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Why Choose Precision for Long Beach Drayage?

Asset-Based Fleet — Own Trucks, Own Chassis, Own Yard

Precision owns and operates all trucks, chassis (standard 20ft, 40ft, 45ft, and triaxle), and yard infrastructure. There is no middle layer between your freight and our fleet. Asset-based carriers control their capacity, their scheduling, and their service standards in ways that broker-dependent operations cannot match. For more on why this matters, read our post on local vs. national drayage carrier comparisons.

35 Years of Southern California Port Logistics Experience

Precision Worldwide Logistics has been operating in the Los Angeles/Long Beach port complex since 1990. That history includes navigating port strikes, pandemic disruptions, terminal automation transitions, and regulatory changes like CARB’s drayage truck emissions rules. Experience at this scale is not replicated quickly. See reasons to choose a Long Beach drayage partner with deep regional roots.

TWIC-Cleared, CDL-Endorsed Drivers

Every driver in our fleet holds a valid TWIC card, enabling unescorted access to secure terminal areas. For hazmat freight, our drivers carry the appropriate CDL hazmat endorsement. We do not use spot-market drivers for sensitive or credentialed freight.

Bundled Services: Drayage, Transloading, and Warehousing

Precision is not a drayage-only provider. Our La Mirada facility supports transloading services — converting ocean containers to domestic truckload or LTL — and full warehousing near Port of Long Beach for freight that needs staging, palletization, or short-term storage before distribution. Bundling these services under one provider eliminates hand-off delays, simplifies billing, and gives your team a single point of contact for the entire first-mile process.

Industries We Serve

Precision serves a broad range of industries with Long Beach port drayage needs:

  • Retail & Consumer Goods — High-volume importers moving seasonal inventory, fast-moving consumer goods, and direct-to-store freight through the Port of Long Beach.
  • Manufacturing — Companies importing raw materials, components, and sub-assemblies that feed production lines in Southern California and beyond.
  • Automotive — Automotive parts and accessories importers requiring precise delivery windows and damage-free handling.
  • E-Commerce Fulfillment — Fulfillment operators and third-party logistics providers that need consistent, scalable drayage capacity for daily container volumes.
  • Food & Beverage — Ambient and temperature-sensitive food importers, including dry goods, shelf-stable products, and packaged foods requiring careful weight management.
  • Freight Brokers & 3PLs — Transportation intermediaries that need a reliable asset-based carrier to execute drayage moves on behalf of their shipper clients, without the risk of a carrier falling out at the last moment.

If your industry is not listed, contact us directly. If your freight moves through the Port of Long Beach, Precision has almost certainly handled a comparable commodity, and we can discuss your specific requirements before you commit.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is port drayage at Long Beach?

Port drayage at Long Beach refers to the short-haul trucking of containers between the Port of Long Beach’s marine terminals and a nearby inland destination — such as a warehouse, distribution center, rail ramp, or transload facility. It is the first leg of a container’s domestic journey after arriving by vessel. Precision Worldwide Logistics performs port drayage as an asset-based carrier, meaning we own and operate the trucks and chassis used for every move, rather than sourcing capacity through brokers.

How much does Long Beach drayage cost?

Long Beach drayage rates depend on several variables: the destination ZIP code and mileage from the terminal, container size (20ft, 40ft, 45ft), chassis type (standard vs. triaxle for overweight), any applicable fuel surcharges, and whether the move involves special handling such as hazmat, customs exam, or same-day dispatch. Precision provides firm, itemized quotes — not estimates subject to change — so you can accurately forecast your landed cost. Call (714) 690-9344 or use our online quote request to receive a rate for your specific lane.

Do you handle overweight containers at Long Beach?

Yes. Precision maintains a dedicated fleet of triaxle chassis for overweight container drayage at Port of Long Beach. We handle containers exceeding standard CA GVW limits across approved overweight corridors and carry the carrier authority required for legal overweight transport. Our dispatch team flags overweight containers at the booking stage and assigns the appropriate equipment before the pickup appointment is made. Visit our overweight drayage Long Beach page for equipment specifications and rate information.

Can you move hazmat containers from Port of Long Beach?

Yes. Precision handles hazmat drayage at Port of Long Beach for multiple DOT/IMDG hazard classes, including Class 9 miscellaneous hazmat (lithium batteries, environmental hazards), as well as other permitted classes. All Precision drivers are TWIC-cleared and hold CDL hazmat endorsements. Our operations team ensures that placarding, shipping documentation, and emergency contact requirements are verified before any hazmat container departs the terminal. For details on specific hazmat classes we serve, see our hazmat drayage Long Beach page.

What if my container is on a customs hold at Long Beach?

Precision has extensive experience managing CBP-held containers at Port of Long Beach. We work with your customs broker to confirm the exam type (VACIS, Tailgate, CET/stuffing exam), move the container to the designated examination facility when required, and coordinate final delivery once CBP releases the freight. We also perform in-bond drayage for containers that must be transported under bond to a bonded facility for examination or entry processing. Our team monitors hold status and communicates updates proactively to minimize demurrage while your container awaits examination. See our customs hold drayage Long Beach page for more information.

Do you offer same-day drayage at Port of Long Beach?

Yes. Precision offers same-day drayage at Port of Long Beach for urgent last-free-day situations and time-critical freight releases. Our La Mirada yard is approximately 20 minutes from the port gates, which allows rapid deployment when a container becomes available on short notice. We prioritize LFD-critical moves and maintain dispatch coverage to handle urgent requests throughout the business day. Contact us at (714) 690-9344 to check same-day availability, or visit our same-day drayage Long Beach page.

What terminals at Port of Long Beach do you serve?

Precision serves all five major marine terminals at Port of Long Beach: Pier T / TTI (Total Terminals International), Middle Harbor / LBCT (Long Beach Container Terminal), Pier G / ITS (International Transportation Service), Pier J / PCT (Pacific Container Terminal), and Pier A / SSA Marine. Our drivers are appointment-compliant at each terminal and credentialed for TWIC-required secure areas. We also serve Port of Los Angeles terminals including APM, TraPac, Everport, and Yusen.

Are you an asset-based drayage company?

Yes. Precision Worldwide Logistics is a 100% asset-based drayage carrier. We own and operate our trucks, chassis (standard 20ft, 40ft, 45ft, and triaxle for overweight), and our La Mirada truck yard and warehouse facility. We do not broker freight to other carriers for standard drayage moves. Asset-based operations give us direct control over scheduling, driver quality, equipment maintenance, and service consistency — advantages that freight brokers and digital freight platforms cannot replicate. Our DOT number is 3201815.

What areas do you deliver to from Port of Long Beach?

From the Port of Long Beach, Precision delivers to destinations throughout Southern California and beyond, including the Los Angeles Basin, the Inland Empire (Ontario, Fontana, Rialto, Perris, Moreno Valley), the San Fernando Valley, Orange County, San Diego, and the Central Valley. We also serve intermodal rail ramps for shipments destined for points farther inland. For freight moving beyond a direct truck delivery range, our transloading services can convert ocean containers to domestic truckload or LTL at our La Mirada facility.

How do I get a drayage quote for Long Beach?

The fastest way to get a Long Beach drayage quote from Precision is to call (714) 690-9344 during business hours (Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM PT). You can also submit a quote request through our website. To receive an accurate rate, have the following ready: port of origin terminal, container size and type, commodity and approximate weight, delivery ZIP code, and any special handling requirements (overweight, hazmat, customs hold, same-day). Precision provides itemized quotes without hidden fees.

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