Advertiser Spotlight Breakbulk & Project Cargo
Express service for oversize cargo
Offering the most professional and comprehensive service available for ocean transportation, American Independent Line’ s( AIL’ s) specialty is the inland and ocean transportation of oversize, heavy-lift and special project cargoes moving from the United States to overseas destinations. Shippers and forwarders experience predictable, expedient and competitively priced service.
• American Independent Line proudly offers clients:
• Attractive lump sum, all-inclusive rates: Provides firm, predictable transport costs
• Weekly frequency and expedient transit times: Allows customers to accurately schedule the departure and arrival of their shipment
• Flexible“ door-to-port” or“ port-to-port” service for oversize cargo
• Transportation cost and service proposals: Provides customers with detailed information regarding shipments
• Detailed booking confirmations: Sent to customers at the time of booking with detailed shipping information
• Documents prepared promptly and accurately
• Arrival notice: Presents customers with information on the arrival and release of their cargo at destination
• Worldwide network of agents: Knowledgeable staff coordinates the smooth and expedient release of cargo at destination
Strategically located premier provider
As the Pacific Northwest’ s premier provider of transload, warehousing, logistics and depot services, Tahoma Global Logistics( TGL) is located strategically within the heavy haul corridor of the Port of Tacoma. TGL offers seamless access to key transportation routes and nearby marine terminals, including Washington United, PCTC, Husky and EB 1. Situated on sovereign land, TGL simplifies access by eliminating the need for Transportation Worker Identification credentials.
With state-of-the-art transloading capabilities and the ability to handle breakbulk, over-dimensional freight and containers, TGL is equipped for projects of any scale. Our 90,000-square-foot warehouse and expansive outdoor storage ensure security and versatility, while comprehensive container depot services maintain equipment readiness and offer IICL-certified repairs. TGL’ s streamlined logistics and efficient drayage services further enhance operational flow.
For more information or inquiries, please visit TahomaGlobal. com or call 253-348-2030.
To receive a rate and service proposal, please visit aishipping. com.
American Independent Line moves the capital goods that move the world.
Contact us today for your oversize shipment needs. New York | 772.828.3192 | east @ aishipping. com Chicago | 630.848.0004 | midwest @ aishipping. com San Francisco | 415.461.9714 | west @ aishipping. com
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