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Port vs Inland Depots
I’ve been looking into shipping logistics and came across both port-based and inland container depots. Curious — what’s the real difference between them, and when would one be better than the other?
- Ess
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Re: Port vs Inland Depots
From what I’ve seen, port depots are more about quick transfers and export/import flow, while inland ones give more flexibility for storage and regional access. Depends on how far you are from the coast too.
- PingPong
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Re: Port vs Inland Depots
Inland depots helped us when our warehouse was nowhere near a port. It was easier for trucks to pick up and drop off there. Port depots are quicker if you're close to the terminal though.
- VSH
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Re: Port vs Inland Depots
I actually had the same dilemma when expanding my distribution routes. What helped me understand the difference was reading up on container depots. Pelican Containers has a great blog post breaking it all down — from the benefits of using inland facilities to how port depots support quicker ship-to-terminal transitions. On top of that, their secure shopping experience, certified containers, and 24/7 customer support make them a reliable source for container-related solutions. If you’re weighing options, they explain in their blog what is a container depot — definitely worth checking out!