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DrayNow has been serving the Charlotte intermodal drayage market for three years, providing customers with reliable capacity through our technology-driven platform. With the growing demand in the region, we’ve connected intermodal marketing companies (IMCs) with carriers, ensuring seamless first- and last-mile service. Our platform enhances freight operations with real-time tracking, efficient load execution, and expanded carrier capacity, making it easier than ever for customers to manage their intermodal drayage needs.

Delivering Reliable Drayage Service in Charlotte
Customers trust DrayNow for reliable drayage service, real-time tracking, and instant access to all necessary load documentation. Our technology-driven approach has streamlined intermodal shipping, enabling customers to manage freight with greater efficiency.

Since launching in Charlotte, DrayNow has scaled operations to handle increasing freight volumes while maintaining an industry-leading 97% on-time performance rate. Our expanding carrier network provides coverage for high-volume lanes and flexibility for last-minute freight, ensuring customers have the capacity they need. With real-time ETAs and instant document retrieval, our platform enhances visibility and transparency for every load. In 2024, DrayNow executed with an impressive 95% on-time performance rate in the Charlotte market, demonstrating our commitment to keeping intermodal drayage operations running smoothly and efficiently.

Extensive Coverage Across Key Terminals in Charlotte

DrayNow provides access to some of the most active intermodal rail terminals in the Charlotte market, connecting customers with carriers who can handle freight quickly and efficiently. Key service locations include:

• Charlotte Inland Port:
  1301 Exchange Street, Charlotte, NC 28208
• CSX – Hovis Road:
  5430 Hovis Road, Charlotte, NC 28208
• NS – Charlotte:
  5710 West Boulevard, Charlotte, NC 28208

Whether it’s local moves or regional hauls, DrayNow ensures freight is picked up and delivered on time. Our platform enables customers to book a variety of intermodal moves, including pickup orders, deliveries, drop-and-hook, and crosstown moves between terminals. By leveraging independent carriers in the region, we provide consistent drayage capacity to meet customer demand.

Why Customers Choose DrayNow in Charlotte
Customers in Charlotte continue to choose DrayNow for intermodal drayage because of:

Reliable Capacity: Access to independent carriers ready to move freight.
Real-Time Tracking: Visibility into load status with accurate ETAs.
Streamlined Operations: Instant access to load documents and transparent pricing.

The Impact on Carriers in the Region
For power-only owner-operators in Charlotte, DrayNow provides an opportunity to move local intermodal freight while maintaining flexibility. The majority of drayage loads stay within a 250-mile radius, allowing drivers to complete multiple trips per day while getting home every night.

Carriers registered on the DrayNow platform gain access to a steady stream of intermodal freight and can haul spot or recurring loads based on their availability

Looking Ahead: Expanding DrayNow’s Impact in Charlotte

As we continue to grow in Charlotte, DrayNow remains committed to improving intermodal drayage service in the region. By increasing capacity, enhancing technology-driven efficiencies, and ensuring access to reliable first- and last-mile solutions, we are focused on delivering even greater value to our customers.

With a strong foundation built over the past three years, DrayNow has established itself as a trusted provider of intermodal drayage in Charlotte. Whether you need flexible capacity, real-time tracking, or seamless load management, our platform is designed to streamline your operations. If you’re looking for drayage service in Charlotte, fill out the form below, and our team will connect with you to discuss your freight needs.