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How We Can Help with Drayage
DRAYAGE AT G&S LOGISTICS
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G&S Logistics Account Manager, Kelsey Mead, shares how we can help our customers with their drayage.
ABOUT G&S LOGISTICS
We provide services globally. We manage all shipments from truckload, LTL to air and ocean. If you have a shipping need we connect you with carriers who can deliver your shipment. We handle all the details from start to finish..
To request a quote or to learn more about what it’s like to work with us give us a call at 320-207-2810.
WHO NEEDS DRAYAGE?
Any customer who requires the movement of goods a short distance via ground freight from or delivery to a seaport, border point, inland port, or intermodal terminal.
WHAT SETS G&S LOGISTICS APART TO HANDLE DRAYAGE NEEDS?
G&S Logistics is a customer focused organization; we want to make sure that we provide top of the line communication as well as the best price available. We have knowledge and skills in a multitude of industries to be able to provide the service we advertise.
WHAT ARE SOME THINGS PEOPLE MIGHT NOT KNOW ABOUT SETTING UP DRAYAGE SERVICES THAT WOULD BE COST-EFFECTIVE OR MORE EFFICIENT?
Drayage is a niche shipping service needed to move containers with a truck from a ship or rail. Sometimes the cost of this specific services is paired with a larger service, such as Ocean costs. However, breaking the cost of transportation via Drayage will allow the customer to have a more cost-effective shipment. Drayage is a necessary step to keep a shipment moving smoothly towards delivery, it is typically the only way freight can make it from the port or intermodal terminal to the next mode of transport.
WHAT IS A CONTAINER?
Containers used for shipping freight come in several sizes and with different functions. A standard container is a TEU or Twenty-Foot Equivalent Unit, they can also be 40-feet or 45-feet in length. They are between 6-8 feet in height. They are made from either steel or aluminum and can have weight restrictions on contents loaded for shipment. Container types include dry, standard, refrigerated, open top, flat rack, and high cube.
MEET KELSEY, ACCOUNT MANAGER
Kelsey has worked in the logistics industry for two years specializing in all things drayage. She also focuses on hazmat container movement with certifications in the transportation of specialized goods.
“I love this industry because it is constantly keeping me on my toes, each day is not like the last and the market is always changing. I also fulfill my need for helping others, it is so satisfying to hear a customer tell me “Thank you”, but even more satisfying for a carrier to express their gratitude for your partnership.”
Contact Kelsey: [email protected]
BRANDON HILL JOINS G&S LOGISTICS AS DETROIT BRANCH MANAGER
BRANDON HILL JOINS G&S LOGISTICS
AS DETROIT BRANCH MANAGER
G&S Logistics has announced Brandon Hill as the company’s new Branch Manager in Detroit, Michigan. Hill brings 21 years of extensive experience in the logistics industry to the team in his new role.
Hill started his career in the transportation industry as a broker. Over the years, he continually advanced his position, working as a broker to an operations manager to an assistant manager to a branch manager. He even began his own transportation brokerage company in 2021.
After meeting with the G&S Logistics management team, Hill decided to come onboard with company as a Branch Manager serving the Detroit, Michigan team.
“These are outstanding people with a fantastic vision. It is truly a pleasure to be able to say I work for such a terrific company,”
Hill said.
G&S Logistics is a global service provider in managing all shipments from truckload, LTL to air and ocean. Hill’s responsibilities include managing resources and staff, training, implementing strategies to improve productivity and sales, as well as nurture and deliver high quality service for customers.
“Brandon will play a crucial role in managing the Detroit branch and all the operations that go on there. We are excited to see his resourcefulness and tenacity in action as we work towards aggressive growth in 2022 and beyond,”
said Angelo Byrd, COO and EVP Supply Chain of G&S Logistics.
To learn more about G&S Logistics, click here to visit its website https://gandslogistics.com/.
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About G&S Logistics: G&S Logistics is an industry leading logistics provider that manages all shipments from truckload, LTL to air and ocean. The G&S Logistics Team prioritizes connecting their customers to the best solutions for all of their shipping, logistics and supply needs. G&S Logistics began business in 2012 and is Headquartered in Prinsburg, Minnesota. It is the brokerage arm of the asset-based trucking organization Punt Companies LLC. For more information, please visit: https://gandslogistics.com/.
HAKIM SATTERFIELD NAMED AS G&S LOGISTICS GENERAL MANAGER OF OPERATIONS
HAKIM SATTERFIELD NAMED AS NEW G&S LOGISTICS GENERAL MANAGER OF OPERATIONS
G&S Logistics, a global service provider in managing all shipments from truckload, LTL to air and ocean, has announced Hakim Satterfield as General Manager of Operations. Satterfield’s wealth of leadership experiences in business sales, strategy, and operations and management will allow for optimized innovation and efficiency of G&S Logistics.
Satterfield, an alumnus of Ohio State University, has over twenty three years of experience in the logistics industry, previously serving in both sales and consulting positions with a third party logistics provider (3PL), C.H. Robinson.
Angelo Byrd, Chief Operating Officer & Executive Vice President of G&S Logistics commented “Mr. Satterfield has a proven track record of cultivating a performance-driven culture that ultimately meets the needs of our customers, contract carriers, and suppliers. His dedication and strategic business planning will drive us to continue exceeding expectations in supply chain management.
To learn more about G&S Logistics, click here to visit its website https://gandslogistics.com/.
About G&S Logistics: G&S Logistics is an industry leading logistics provider that manages all shipments from truckload, LTL to air and ocean. The G&S Logistics Team prioritizes connecting their customers to the best solutions for all of their shipping, logistics and supply needs. G&S Logistics began business in 2012 and is Headquartered in Prinsburg, Minnesota. It is the brokerage arm of the asset-based trucking organization Punt Companies LLC. For more information, please visit: https://gandslogistics.com/.
G&S LOGISTICS TO UTILIZE DESCARTES DIGITAL FREIGHT BROKERAGE SOLUTION SYSTEM
G&S LOGISTICS TO UTILIZE DESCARTES DIGITAL FREIGHT BROKERAGE SOLUTION SYSTEM
G&S Logistics, the brokerage arm of the asset-based trucking organization Punt Companies, announced it is digitizing the global management of its logistics services through Descartes Systems Group (Nasdaq: DSGX) (TSX:DSG).
Descartes Aljex™ transportation management system (TMS) and Descartes MacroPoint™ provides G&S Logistics with cloud-based solutions for automation and real-time data management that will ultimately strengthen supply chain efficiency and continued excellence in customer service.
“Our brokerage is growing at an incredible pace with new employees, carriers, and offices. It was clear we needed digital management tools to leverage our own goals and to meet the industry’s expanding demands.” said Angelo Byrd, COO/EVP at G&S Logistics. “With Descartes Aljex™ and Descartes MacroPoint™, we can modernize and successfully scale our logistics operations.
To learn more about G&S Logistics, click here to visit its website https://gandslogistics.com/.
About G&S Logistics: G&S Logistics is an industry leading logistics provider that manages all shipments from truckload, LTL to air and ocean. The G&S Logistics Team prioritizes connecting their customers to the best solutions for all of their shipping, logistics and supply needs. G&S Logistics began business in 2012 and is Headquartered in Prinsburg, Minnesota. It is the brokerage arm of the asset-based trucking organization Punt Companies LLC. For more information, please visit: https://gandslogistics.com/.
WILLIAM HOGAN III JOINS G&S LOGISTICS TEAM
Hogan Hired as VP of Business Development
William Hogan III Joins G&S Logistics Team
Prinsburg, Minnesota: G&S Logistics has announced William Hogan III as Vice President of Business Development. Hogan’s experience in logistics, warehousing, and territory management supports and expands the services and partnerships of this growing global logistics services provider.
“It is a privilege to serve and build strategic relationships with our company’s stakeholders” said Hogan, “I look forward to collaboratively leading G&S Logistics in this increasingly demanding market.”
“It is a privilege to serve and build strategic relationships with our company’s stakeholders,”
WILLIAM HOGAN III
A graduate of University of Kansas holding a bachelor’s degree in Business Communications, Hogan boasts over 17 years in the Supply Chain industry, including employment with leading logistics companies C.H. Robinson, Traffic Tech, SBA Global Logistics Services, and Bay and Bay Transportation. Throughout his career, he has successfully developed business relationships with over ten Fortune 500 companies and has generated over 20 million of sales revenue.
“William has proven himself a valuable asset to the team. His vast background in leading multi-platform sales is essential in our efforts to increase customer acquisition and retention.” stated Angelo Byrd, COO and EVP Supply Chain of G&S Logistics.
To learn more about G&S Logistics, click here to visit its website https://gandslogistics.com/.
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About G&S Logistics: G&S Logistics is an industry leading logistics provider that manages all shipments from truckload, LTL to air and ocean. The G&S Logistics Team prioritizes connecting their customers to the best solutions for all of their shipping, logistics and supply needs. G&S Logistics began business in 2012 and is Headquartered in Prinsburg, Minnesota. It is the brokerage arm of the asset-based trucking organization Punt Companies LLC. For more information, please visit: https://gandslogistics.com/.
G&S Logistics Shares Vision to Expand in 2022
After a name change from G&S Transports to G&S Logistics, and aggressive business growth in the first quarter of the year – G&S Logistics looks forward to continue scaling and offering new and advanced services to their customers in 2022.
As G&S Logistics continues to check off major milestone events in growth, the company’s main goal continues to be supporting its overall mission to achieve supply chain solutions for its customers inbound and outbound freight flow, while maximizing freight transportation opportunity, and minimizing total cost of its customers’ bottom line.
This aggressive growth initiative is being spearheaded by newly appointed COO/EVP, Angelo Byrd, brought on to the G&S Logistics team at the beginning of the year. Byrd is known for his strategic leadership, ability to capitalize on unique industry opportunities, scale business and accelerate growth. His resume is stacked with experience at Dupré Logistics, J.B Hunt Transport Services, Inc., ARI Logistics and C.H. Robinson Worldwide.
“We are incredibly excited about G&S Logistics’ growth in the next year, we are taking an aggressive approach to automation, technology, adding additional staff offices around the United States and onboarding new carriers,” says Byrd. “Big and exciting changes are ahead, and we are laser focused on making them happen.”
“Big and exciting changes are ahead, and we are laser focused on making them happen.”
– Angelo Byrd, COO/EVP
G&S Logistics recent initiatives and accomplishments of the company, include:
- TECHNOLOGY: This includes deploying digital freight broker solutions from Descartes Systems Group. By investing in automation and technology, G&S Logistics will be able to operate at higher levels of efficiency and cooperate collaboratively with customers, and connect more easily with carrier partners.
- HIRING: Continued hiring of key team members and plans for office expansion across the United States.
- STAYING MISSION FOCUSED: A continued focus to keep reliability and providing G&S Logistics’ trusted service first and foremost. This gives its customers a more competitive edge in the marketplace to streamline profit margins and improve efficiency.
As G&S Logistics moves into its next growth phase, these focuses will remain central to the continued evolution of the company.
With a proud history since 2012, along with growth in excess of 20% annually, and over 100 years of transportation experience within the team’s senior leadership, G&S Logistics feels prepared and focused to scale to the next level of growth.
To learn more about G&S Logistics, click here to visit its website https://gandslogistics.com/.
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About G&S Logistics: G&S Logistics is an industry leading logistics provider that manages all shipments from truckload, LTL to air and ocean. The G&S Logistics Team prioritizes connecting their customers to the best solutions for all of their shipping, logistics and supply needs. G&S Logistics began business in 2012 and is Headquartered in Prinsburg, Minnesota. It is the brokerage arm of the asset-based trucking organization Punt Companies LLC. For more information, please visit: https://gandslogistics.com/.
Why Broker Freight with Us
What is different about G&S Transports? And why should you broker with us?
Strategic and reliable freight transport is our passion. When it comes to serving our customers – shippers and carriers – we have to be trustworthy, reliable and transparent.
And we are looking for freight brokers who will stand in that mission with us.
Who We Are Looking For
A G&S Transports team member values communication, honesty, hard work and is ready to get it done and continually grow along with our business year after year.
–Does that sound like you?–
What are your answers to the following questions?
-Do you value partnering with high-quality carriers?
-Does integrity come first?
-Are you dependable?
-Does cultivating real relationships with shippers and carriers matter to you?
-Are you passionate about the freight industry?
Answer yes to all of the above? You may be exactly in the right place.
What G&S Transports Offers to our Freight Brokers:
-Excellent reputation among thousands of carriers
-State of the art cloud-computing technology and 24-hour back-office support
-High credit rating
-Financial strength, security and stability
-Team-oriented atmosphere
-Free IT support
-TL LTL International Air and Ocean
-Incentives for bringing in other agents
-Non-solicitation contract ensures agent’s customers remain theirs
-We work closely with agents and/or customers to facilitate and expedite onboarding process
Click the button below to see the other benefits of joining our team! Call us with any questions at 320-207-2810 or to learn how to become a broker for the G&S Transports Team.