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Because a drayage load can mean a few different things, confusion among carriers is common. Many carriers link drayage with going into a port, but that isn't always true. While all drayage loads typically originate from a port of entry, there are often several legs of a drayage journey before a container turns up at its final stop. Legs of a drayage load may include:

Why Are Drayage Companies in Tucson, AZ So Important?

You may be thinking, what's so important about drayage? It's such a small step in the container storage transport process. In reality, it's an integral piece needed in the logistics industry and a crucial part of U.S. supply chain management.

To truly understand the importance of drayage, let's use flowers as an example. Most cut flower shipments enter the market from areas in South America until they end up at Dutch auction houses. Once there, wholesalers purchase flowers in bulk and send those products to retail outlets worldwide. Because flowers are perishable, they typically need to be refrigerated and are often shipped in reefer containers. These refrigerated vessels must maintain a certain temp to prevent loss.

Drayage companies like RelyEx allow flower shippers to send their products from Argentinian ports to airports in the Netherlands with peace of mind because their products are protected. The only way to accomplish this feat is with the help of swift, meticulous port drayage services. Drayage companies allow flower shippers to send their products from Argentinian ports to airports in the Netherlands with peace of mind, because their products are protected. The only way to accomplish this feat is with the help of swift, meticulous port drayage services.

If port drayage is compromised, it can cause delays and even fines. You know the packages you get delivered to your front door from apps like Amazon? Without drayage and drayage brokers, one or two-day shipping times wouldn't even be possible.

As a multi-billion-dollar industry in the U.S. alone, it seems like drayage shipping issues shouldn't exist. But the fact is inefficiencies and congestion are still major problems at ports. Whether it's a lack of carriers, absent chassis, or overburdened terminals, delays lead to missed deadlines, lost revenue, and worse.

But anytime challenges exist, so too do innovative solutions.

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RelyEx Solves Problems

At RelyEx, we like to consider ourselves problem solvers. The nature of the container drayage industry presents new challenges every day, but we're firm believers that there's a solution to every hurdle we encounter. And while some drayage businesses implement a reactive approach, RelyEx customers choose us for our proactive mindset. We take pride in solving your company's drayage challenges to help you avoid frustrating fees, missed expectations, and delayed shipments. We strive to make every transaction successful and streamlined by partnering with shippers who prioritize transparent, prompt, and accurate communication.

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RelyEx Has a Unique Vantage Point

RelyEx approaches your business from the customer's perspective - a unique approach that helps us provide high-quality, effective drayage services. We've been in the customers' shoes, know their pain points, and because of that, provide first-hand solutions to stressful supply chain issues. With over 30 years of collective knowledge, our team excels in:

  • Inventory Management
  • Logistics
  • Purchasing
  • Finance

Our varied, high-level drayage shipping experience helps us achieve our overarching goal: expertly managing your freight movement needs. That way, you can direct your time and focus on growing the core aspects of your business while we handle the heavy lifting. Throw in proactive planning to avoid bottleneck situations and strong communication for transparent customer relations, and you can see why so many companies trust RelyEx.

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RelyEx Nurtures Strong Carrier Relationships

When it comes to shipping logistics, it only takes one mistake by a mediocre worker to disrupt your business. That's why, at RelyEx, we pride ourselves on forming and nurturing relationships with carriers who match our standards of care. Our founding partner started his career transporting freight for companies as an on-demand carrier. He uses that knowledge to maximize the resources of our carriers so that our customer's expectations aren't just met - they're exceeded.

Based in the port city of Tucson, RelyEx has a keen understanding of the challenges of managing the inbound and outbound flow of containers. Our team of container drayage experts provides your business with unique solutions to nuanced shipping problems, minimizing demurrage and ensuring the successful delivery of your freight.

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Customers choose RelyEx because:

  • We are a reliable drayage logistics partner that manages your freight from beginning to end
  • We have a rare industry vantage point with 30+ years of client-side experience
  • We foster and fortify the strongest vendor relations
  • We take a proactive approach to problem-solving, not a reactive approach
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Your Drayage Shipments Managed from Start to Finish

Some drayage brokers don't care how customers feel about their service as long as they sign a contract and get paid. As a solutions-oriented team, RelyEx takes the opposite approach. We're motivated by the opportunity to overachieve for our customers and to provide them with the best logistics experience possible. With professional experience as carriers and shippers ourselves, we know the roadblocks and challenges you're facing. We excel at mapping out the best plans of action to solve those problems. But that's just the start.

Our tracking experts monitor and manage every aspect of your drayage shipment from booking to delivery, 24/7. Once booked, we look for the availability of your containers hourly once they're at port. When they arrive, our team acts quickly to access your storage containers when they're available.

Plus, RelyEx ensures your company's requirements are met by the carrier during loading and delivery and provide necessary documentation as fast as possible. With real-time tracking updates and access to our customer service professionals, your team has complete visibility throughout the shipping process.

We Source Top-Notch Operators at the Best Prices

Over the years, RelyEx has built a strong network of drayage carriers, transloading locations, and container storage spaces to provide you with the best possible options to match your drayage service needs. We know that searching for quality service presents an added layer of complexity and stress to our customers. That's why we work hard to take that off your plate by connecting you with our reliable shipping partners.

With a background moving freight as an on-demand carrier, our founding partner understands how to maximize the resources and equipment of our carriers to match your needs.

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We Make Transparent, Timely Communication a Priority

Like other industries, the global logistics space is complex. Mistakes will be made, and problems will happen. With those truths in mind, RelyEx has built its reputation as problem solvers. Unlike other drayage companies, we don't shy away from this industry's complexities because we take pride in solving problems. Even better, we aim to do what's needed to avoid those problems altogether.

As your logistics partner, we will provide your company with accurate, transparent, and prompt communication. If there are unexpected issues, we'll notify you immediately and will provide several options to remedy the problem. We even offer custom reporting for large clients who need at-the-moment updates and quick access to shipment documentation.

We Have Robust Project Management Experience

Why let the unpredictability of your industry dictate your success? With a background working in manufacturing, our founders are familiar with the demands of managing production schedules and sales orders. That experience makes it abundantly clear to us that every business and industry is different. If you struggle with seasonal surges or other factors, our team supports your business with a mapped-out plan and schedule, so you stay ahead of the game.

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Paperwork Errors

Typically, shippers need four specific documents to clear shipments through customs: A Bill of Lading (or BOL), a commercial invoice, a packing list, and an arrival notice. Seasoned drayage brokers like RelyEx are used to preparing these documents, but new shippers tend to miss this step due to inexperience.

Payment Delays

If a shipper only pays for part of their shipment, a vessel operator may refuse to release their freight until their bill is fully paid. Payment delays lead to cargo detention at the port of entry, which triggers demurrage charges.

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Documents Received Too Late

Paperwork is needed when you're shipping goods with a drayage company. When documents like the Certificate of Origin or Bill of Lading arrive at their destination late, you can expect demurrage fees. RelyEx avoids this situation entirely by being proactive when submitting paperwork.

Additional causes for demurrage fees can include:

  • Damaged Container Storage
  • Custom Released Containers
  • Storage Containers Are Too Heavy

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The Supply Chain Partner You Can Count On

At RelyEx, we know first-hand how stressful supply chain problems can be for business owners. Though drayage shipping might seem minor on the surface, it affects every stage of your shipping process. And when inevitable hurdles manifest, RelyEx propels you over the proverbial roadblocks with a proactive mindset and a passion for challenging projects. We believe that all problems have a solution, and our unique vantage point allows us to provide first-hand solutions to customers in a wide array of industries.

When it comes to your business, don't settle for anything less than RelyEx. Contact our office today to learn more about how we make your shipping experience streamlined and stress-free.

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Game #48: Tucson Roadrunners vs. Bakersfield Condors

Game #48: Tucson Roadrunners (29-15-2-1) vs. Bakersfield Condors (24-17-2-2)Time Friday, February 23, 7:00 p.m. MST, Tucson Convention Center, Tucson, Arizona**LISTEN LIVE** HERE**WATCH LIVE** HERETucson Roadrunne...

Game #48: Tucson Roadrunners (29-15-2-1) vs. Bakersfield Condors (24-17-2-2)

Time Friday, February 23, 7:00 p.m. MST, Tucson Convention Center, Tucson, Arizona

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Referees: #86 Tatu Kunto, #13 Taylor Burzminski

Linespersons: #91 Joe Mahon, #10 Kirsten Welsh

The Tucson Roadrunners begin a three-game series against the Bakersfield Condors with a Friday Taylor Swift night match at the TCC for game three of the current four-game home stand. No team has won in their home barn in the first four games of the season series that is tied 2-2. Bakersfield won the first two games of the season series with a regulation sweep over Tucson at the TCC on October 27 and October 28. The Roadrunners have since then won the last two single game matchups in Bakersfield on December 22 and January 31. Tucson is five points behind Coachella Valley for first place in the Pacific Division at 61 points but still have two games in hand to play. The Condors on the other hand are 5-5-0-0 in their last 10 games, coming off a comeback win against the San Diego Gulls on Tuesday, February 20, in which they scored three power-play goals.

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“They’re both big pieces of our team and it shows in the games; having them back is unreal and that wall behind us we rely on helps with our game.”

Tucson Defenseman Peter DiLiberatore on Matthew Villalta and Dylan Wells who are both now available in the crease for the Roadrunners.

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#24– In Tucson’s previous game against Bakersfield on January 31, forward Jan Jenik had both the game-tying primary assist and game-winning goal to propel Tucson’s third period 2-1 deficit to a 3-2 victory. In three games played against Bakersfield, Jenik has three points (2 goals, 1 assist), which is tied for most points on the team vs. Bakersfield with Nathan Smith (1-2-3) and Josh Doan (2-1-3).

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Tonight’s game will be broadcasted live on the radio on FOX Sports 1450AM and the iHeartRadio app. Coverage will begin at 6:45 p.m. MST with Roadrunners Warm-Up hosted by Jonathon Schaffer, before the “Voice of the Roadrunners” Adrian Denny has all the action from the Tucson Arena. The game will also be televised on AHLtv.

A French-Canadian inspired cake business in Tucson expands to a food truck

TUCSON, Ariz. (KGUN) — Christa Lebron brings her international roots to the kitchen, making bento cakes with intricate piping, layering, decorations and even some glitter. The name of her small business Chez Peachy, has a unique story behind it.“My dad who passed away in 2015, used to call me Peachy that was my nickname because as a baby I really had these big peachy cheeks," she said. "I am originally from M...

TUCSON, Ariz. (KGUN) — Christa Lebron brings her international roots to the kitchen, making bento cakes with intricate piping, layering, decorations and even some glitter. The name of her small business Chez Peachy, has a unique story behind it.

“My dad who passed away in 2015, used to call me Peachy that was my nickname because as a baby I really had these big peachy cheeks," she said. "I am originally from Montreal, Quebec, Canada and wanted to highlight my French culture with chez meaning you're at someone's place. So if I say chez peachy that means you're at Peachy’s place.”

Lebron says bento cakes have become more popular over the years. Bent comes from the Japanese iteration of a single-portion take-out or home-packed meal.

The vibrant sweet treats with a vintage twist are what keeps customers coming back.

“People don't want the traditional cakes anymore," said Lebron. "People want to be a little more original in their style of cakes and I think the bento cake is a great way of expanding towards that."

She opened her online home baking business a few years ago and has now outgrown her kitchen at home. That’s why Chez Peachy is set to open as a food truck in April.

The truck will mirror her cake designs in a nostalgic way for customers of all ages.

“I want people to look at it and think back to their childhood like Barbie or Polly Pockets, Pet Shops or whatever just strikes a chord from people's childhood," said Lebron.

Choosing to do a food truck over a brick and mortar was a no brainer for this business… The owner tells KGUN9 the Tucson food truck community has already been so welcoming to her and she’s now getting ready for that big grand opening at the end of April.

For more information on Chez Peachy, visit their website by clicking here.

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Layne’s Chicken Fingers to debut in Tucson

Josh Orellana left a career in lucrative investment banking to risk his fortune and future on a restaurant franchise for an interesting reason.“You go to college, you graduate,” he said.“Then I went to Wall Street. I want to be kind about my colleagues and not throw them under the bus, because they’re great human beings. It’s so interesting because you go into an investment bank or a technology startup and they’re some of the smartest people alive but for some reason they’re just not ve...

Josh Orellana left a career in lucrative investment banking to risk his fortune and future on a restaurant franchise for an interesting reason.

“You go to college, you graduate,” he said.

“Then I went to Wall Street. I want to be kind about my colleagues and not throw them under the bus, because they’re great human beings. It’s so interesting because you go into an investment bank or a technology startup and they’re some of the smartest people alive but for some reason they’re just not very happy.”

That’s when Orellana decided to go into the fried chicken business. He is bringing the Texas franchise Layne’s Chicken Fingers to Tucson. When its doors open in last spring, it will be the first Layne’s in Arizona.

Why Layne’s? Orellana has happy memories of spending his undergraduate degree work in College Station, Texas, and being an underdog. In College Station, there was the local outfit, Layne’s and Raising Cane’s.

“You find Raising Cane’s (Chicken Fingers) all across the U.S. now, but when I was in college it was a big rivalry,” said Orellana, who originally wanted to open a Church’s Texas Chicken in Nogales.

“You’re a Layne’s guy or a Cane’s guy, and it’s something you were religious about. If you’re somebody who roots for the underdog like I do, I was always going to be a Layne guy.”

Not that he didn’t like Raising Cane’s.

“Raising Cane’s is great, too,” Orellana said. “Don’t get me wrong; I eat there when I get the chance, but I’ll always have that argument going on in my head: Are you a Layne’s guy or a Cane’s guy? Being able to go to Layne’s, I historically didn’t think it was ever going to be an option.”

Orellana’s interest in owning a franchise restaurant comes from example. When he was in high school, he spent time with people in the food industry and restaurateurs in the area.

Happiness is a big part of what drives Orellana. He talked about the lack of happy people in his former job and in the same breath discussed about bringing a bit of happiness to others with his new business.

“I can go get (Layne’s) now and not only can I get it for myself, I can share those memories with my new family here in Arizona,” he said.

There’s also the satisfaction of working with young people; he likes their energy. Orellana is hoping he can mentor others as he was when he was young and eventually help someone get their own restaurant.

“If you’re somebody who’s done your full career arc like myself, and you now have the ability to impart a lot of knowledge to younger people who are starting a career, it’s like one of the most important things you can do,” Orellana said.

It comes at a cost, however. Opening a franchise is expensive. Right out of the gate, there’s trying to get a franchise to be interested in him.

“When I would call a Popeyes franchisee or a KFC franchisee, if you say, ‘Just give me a number, any number, as wild as it is and I’ll try and make it happen,’ they won’t even give you a number,” he said. “Why is that? That’s very shocking.’

It turns out there are a lot of people who want a restaurant franchise.

“The reality is they’re a very attractive investment because they’re really nailed down,” Orellana said. “It has inflation protection like real estate and it also has very consistent returns like a bond, and as long as you’re willing to put in the work you can also open more locations. It’s like you get the best of all flavors as long as you’re willing to put in the work.”

Then there’s trying to get the bank to buy in. Orellana had substantial savings and he figured he only needed a loan for $50,000. Why couldn’t he get that from a bank? At 41 years old, Orellana was said to be too young. They said he needed four years of entrepreneurship experience.

“You want to put guard rails in place, but at the same time, if you put too many in place you shut the door to entrepreneurship to great people,” he said. “It’s very disheartening … and I think that’s very unfortunate because I think that entrepreneurship is the lifeblood of the U.S.”

Orellana persisted, and now he’s seeking a location in Tucson, build or remodel a facility, hire staff, order supplies and myriad other tasks. In other words, lots of work ahead of him.

New UPS facility to open on Tucson’s south side

UPS is opening a new Tucson facility next month and plans to hire package handlers and drivers.The 163,800-square-foot facility, at 6818 S. Country Club Road, is expected to serve midtown and the south side, along with the existing site at 899 E. Silverlake Road.The daily dispatch from both will include 200 delivery drivers and 29 semitrucks.The new $38 million operation, called Santa Cruz, is expected to o...

UPS is opening a new Tucson facility next month and plans to hire package handlers and drivers.

The 163,800-square-foot facility, at 6818 S. Country Club Road, is expected to serve midtown and the south side, along with the existing site at 899 E. Silverlake Road.

The daily dispatch from both will include 200 delivery drivers and 29 semitrucks.

The new $38 million operation, called Santa Cruz, is expected to open March 15, with staff diverted from the Silverlake facility while the company assesses how many additional employees will be needed for both locations.

Hiring is expected to begin for the Santa Cruz site in April, with available positions posted at upsjobs.com.

Hourly starting pay begins at $21 for package handlers and $23 for drivers.

Other local commercial activity includes:

Horizon 21 LLC bought a freestanding daycare facility at 1625-1631 N. Columbus Blvd. from The A-Team Learning Group LLC for $339,000. Aaron LaPrise, with Picor, represented the seller. Stephanie Pina and Ricky Carley, with Omni Homes International LLC, represented the buyer.

Dollar Tree Stores Inc. leased 13,650 square feet of retail space at 2175 W. Ina Road from Casas Adobes Baptist Church. Natalie Furrier, Greg Furrier, and Aaron LaPrise, with Picor, represented the landlord.

Enthusiast Motors LLC leased 10,800 square feet of industrial space at 1861 W. Grant Road from Walker Tucson Property LLC. Robert C. Glaser and Andrew Keim, with Picor, handled the lease.

Southern Arizona Cat Rescue LLC, doing business as Hunter’s Kitten Lounge, leased 2,400 square feet of retail space at 5319 E. Speedway from H.L.F. Properties Inc. Andy Seleznov, with Picor, represented the landlord and Kyle Kilgore, with NAI Horizon, represented the tenant.

BruCha leased an 1,800-square-foot freestanding drive-thru building at 3435 E. Speedway for a made-to-order boba tea shop. Craig Finfrock, of Commercial Retail Advisors LLC, represented the tenant. David Lee and Cameron Lee, of David Lee Real Estate Co., and Jason Wong, of Crestline Properties, represented the landlord, Pegasus Tucson Owner LLC.

Casa De Nails Spa leased 1,100 square feet at Fiesta Mercado Shopping Center, 2980 S. Sixth Ave., from Myung H. and Connie Choi 2004 Family Trust. Aaron LaPrise and Dave Hammack, with Picor, represented the landlord.

Sports Clips leased 1,093 square feet at Houghton Town Center, 9210 S. Houghton Road, from HTC Shops IV LLC. Andy Seleznov, with Picor, represented the landlord and Ben Craney, with NAI Horizon, represented the tenant.

Totally Tucson things to do with the kiddos during Rodeo Break

The Tucson Rodeo has returned to South Sixth Avenue and East Irvington Road for another glorious year of bucking, riding and roping.For fans of the sport, those folks with big shiny belt buckles, cowboy hats and line-dancing skills, the rodeo grounds are the place to be through Sunday.For Tucson parents who don’t do the rodeo, but whose kids are off on Thursday and Friday in honor of the event, being saddled with the task of finding...

The Tucson Rodeo has returned to South Sixth Avenue and East Irvington Road for another glorious year of bucking, riding and roping.

For fans of the sport, those folks with big shiny belt buckles, cowboy hats and line-dancing skills, the rodeo grounds are the place to be through Sunday.

For Tucson parents who don’t do the rodeo, but whose kids are off on Thursday and Friday in honor of the event, being saddled with the task of finding fun activities for the children can be daunting.

Need some ideas? Try these on for size.

Flandrau Science Center and Planetarium1601 E University Blvd on the University of Arizona campus; flandrau.org

Flandrau Science Center on the University of Arizona campus will be open during rodeo break. In addition to its regular exhibits, including its Undersea Discovery section, its planetarium will have a full day of programming on both Thursday and Friday, including showings of “Big Bird’s One World, One Sky” and “Perfect Little Planet.”

Flandrau is open 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Tuesdays through Sundays. Admission is $24 for adults and $16 for children ages 3-15 if you want to see both a show and the exhibits. If you want to do just one or the other, admission is $12 for adults and $8 for children.

Children’s Museum Tucson200 S. Sixth Ave.; childrensmuseumtucson.org

The Children’s Museum downtown will be keeping with the rodeo theme with a bandana-decorating activity, taking place from 5 p.m. until 7 p.m. on Thursday, Feb. 22. Admission is pay-what-you-wish.

Trail Dust Town6541 E. Tanque Verde Road; traildusttown.com

It will be rodeo fun for the whole family at Trail Dust Town on Friday, Feb. 23, from 5 p.m. until 8 p.m. The Western-themed attraction will have Billy Gunnz playing country music, snacks and drinks at the Cowboy Cart, $8 unlimited amusement ride wristbands, and stunt shows. Admission into Trail Dust Town is free.

Madera CanyonAbout 14 miles east of the Interstate 19's Continental Road exit (63); bit.ly/4bK4KTy

Located in the Santa Rita Mountains, south of Tucson, Madera Canyon offers an alternative to an often-busy Mt. Lemmon. The canyon has picnic areas and hiking trails, and not an Xbox in site, which means your kids will be forced to enjoy the great outdoors for at least an hour or two without distraction.

Wild turkeys are a regular sight at the Canyon. And the Friends of Madera Canyon recently posted on their Facebook page that the area is starting to wake up for spring. Day use is $8 per vehicle.

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