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and put in a gate complex within days to start receiving cargo ,” Coffey said . “ We helped shipping lines by holding rail cargo until the railroads could receive those units . Pier S became a new link in the supply chain . When larger importers bring in hundreds or thousands of containers on one ship , their fulfillment centers can ’ t always process it all , and we can help keep that cargo moving .”

Pier S operates at full capacity , effectively managing overflow cargo and

supporting new trans-Pacific entrants . “ With high berth utilization and increased calls from both large carriers and new lines , Pier S remains crucial for handling growing e-commerce demand ,” Coffey added .

Further technology investment has aided The Pacific Companies ’ enhanced yard efficiency with automated inventory reports , yard mapping and equipment tracking . This is particularly important given the scale of operations , where larger ships can discharge up to 6,000 containers at a time .

“ For major importers , Pier S offers a risk-mitigation strategy against demurrage , which has been a hot topic with the Federal Maritime Commission ,” Coffey said . “ By moving cargo off the marine terminal and over to Pier S , importers can avoid demurrage fees and keep operations fluid .”

This approach , she noted , has allowed the business — which expanded to include sister companies Pacific Terminal Services Company and Ocean Alliance Logistics

“ Despite the growing demand , there remains available space in many regions of California . The question , however , is whether it ’ s the right space .”

alongside Pacific Crane Maintenance Company — to operate on a lower-cost model while still supporting the supply chain .

Terminal operations stay smooth due to the company ’ s maintenance and repair yard equipment and container cranes at many West Coast marine terminals . Approximately 1,000 longshore mechanics are hired each week to keep things moving .

“ We support the Long Beach Container Terminal , one of the most automated terminals in the US ,” Coffey said . “ Our expertise with the technology and equipment allows us to deliver this level of service and keep operations running seamlessly .”

Meanwhile , PCC Logistics leverages its multimodal transportation capabilities to enhance logistics efficiency across its facilities . The business operates railserved facilities in Oakland within the port complex , as well as Carson , Calif ., six miles from the Long Beach and Los Angeles ports on the heavyweight corridor .

“ Our robust systems transmit all information from port , rail , warehouse management , transportation management and yard management systems to give full transparency to our customers ,” Crosby said .

Warehouse management is an important aspect of PCC ’ s offerings , as Southern California has more than 1 billion square feet of warehousing space .

“ Despite the growing demand , there remains available space in many regions of California ,” Crosby said . “ The question , however , is whether it ’ s the right space .” Investment in high-quality spaces across the state has allowed for expanded warehousing capacity . PCC collaborates with real estate experts to secure and manage space effectively .

“ We advocate for the expansion of operating hours for the region ’ s warehouses , which would help to provide

Established in 1988 as Pacific Coast Container , PCC Logistics has evolved into a leading logistics provider on the US West Coast . Initially operating from a 10,000-square-foot warehouse focused on cross-docking of frozen protein , the company has expanded significantly over the years . Today , PCC Logistics boasts 12 facilities across the five major US West Coast ports of Seattle , Tacoma , Oakland , Los Angeles and Long Beach .

With 2 million square feet of warehouse space and rail service available in each West Coast region , coupled with nationwide strategic partnerships exponentially increasing its capabilities , PCC Logistics is well positioned to offer comprehensive logistics solutions for customers across all industries . PCC provides a wide range of services , including handling of out-of-gauge / OOD cargoes , warehousing , distribution , port drayage , line haul services , climate-controlled storage and handling , full CY services , heavy lifts , CFS , and CES ( Oakland ).

PCC Logistics is built on a foundation of honesty , loyalty and integrity , with a customer-centric approach that has fostered long-term relationships spanning well over three decades . The company ’ s dedication to delivering tailored logistics solutions has established it as a trusted partner for businesses across diverse industries , including food and beverage , retail , industrial products , building materials , electronics , and e-commerce .

By maintaining its commitment to customer service and continually expanding its capabilities in infrastructure and technology , PCC ’ s expertise and execution on the front lines of supply chains enables us to exceed client expectations and deliver excellence at every level .

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