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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 Kansas City, MO 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 Kansas City, 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.

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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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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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Patrick Mahomes gets new backup as Chiefs bring in veteran QB Blaine Gabbert

The Kansas City Chiefs have a new backup for Patrick Mahomes, and given their recent history, that could be very significant at some point.The team is signing veteran quarterback ...

The Kansas City Chiefs have a new backup for Patrick Mahomes, and given their recent history, that could be very significant at some point.

The team is signing veteran quarterback Blaine Gabbert to replace Mahomes' previous backup, the newly retired Chad Henne, according to Pat McAfee and NFL Network's Ian Rapoport.

The 33-year-old Gabbert joins the Chiefs after four seasons with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, where he backed up Tom Brady and Jameis Winston. He saw no starts during that tenure while posting 239 passing yards on 22-of-35 passing with three touchdowns in 11 games.

The Chiefs will be Gabbert's sixth team in a career that goes back to 2011, when he was selected 10th overall in the NFL Draft by the Jacksonville Jaguars.

Going from Brady to Mahomes means Gabbert's basic job description won't change much, but the difference is the Chiefs have used their backup quite a bit more in recent years, and in vitally important spots.

Henne played the hero in the playoffs last season when the Chiefs briefly lost Mahomes to injury in the first half of their divisional round game against the Jacksonville Jaguars. Henne was brought in with the Chiefs pinned at their own 2-yard line and proceeded to lead them on a 98-yard touchdown drive in a game they would later win 27-20.

There was also a divisional round game in 2021 where Henne came in for Mahomes and finished a 22-17 win against the Cleveland Browns. Mahomes has been the top quarterback of the NFL for the last half-decade or so, but hasn't been immune to injury.

The Chiefs will be hoping they don't use Gabbert at all next season, but they know as much as anyone else that a backup QB isn't an area to ignore.

Rangers 12-2 Royals (Apr 18, 2023) Final Score - ESPN

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Patrick Mahomes' ankle still isn't 100 percent, adding to legend of Super Bowl win

It has been 64 days since Super Bowl LVII. That's a little more than nine weeks.Patrick Mahomes' ankle still isn't fully healthy.When Mahomes led the Kansas City Chiefs to a sec...

It has been 64 days since Super Bowl LVII. That's a little more than nine weeks.

Patrick Mahomes' ankle still isn't fully healthy.

When Mahomes led the Kansas City Chiefs to a second-half comeback win over the Philadelphia Eagles, it was obvious right away that playing through that pain would be a big part of his legend. That legend is growing, two months after the Super Bowl.

Mahomes said he still isn't working out without soreness. He still has some limitations running and cutting.

About nine weeks ago, Mahomes won Super Bowl MVP on that ankle.

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Mahomes isn't worried about any lingering effects of his ankle injury and he wasn't making a big deal of it, but he was asked about it and was forthcoming: It still isn't totally right.

"With the ankle I feel we've improved, especially these past few weeks, a ton, as far as the swelling that went down, finally, and I don't have that soreness as much as I was having it after a few days of work," Mahomes said Monday in a conference call with reporters. "With the improvements we're making these last few weeks, I have a great feeling by the time we get to training camp it won't be any question at all."

Let's put this in perspective again. Mahomes felt the need to mention that he's optimistic that by late July he'll be fully healthy. That will be more than five months after the Chiefs won the Super Bowl.

Mahomes hurt his ankle in the divisional round when Jacksonville Jaguars linebacker Arden Key landed on it with his weight while bringing him down. Mahomes came out of that game briefly, returned to lead the Chiefs to a win, played a week later and led the Chiefs to an AFC championship game win over the Cincinnati Bengals. He threw for 326 yards and two touchdowns against the Bengals. He did so on an ankle that, in mid-April, still isn't fully OK.

By the time the Super Bowl was played two weeks after the Bengals game, there wasn't much concern about the ankle, especially after Mahomes had just played so well. But it became a story again during the Super Bowl, and continues to be months later.

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Mahomes hobbled off the field late in the first half against the Eagles after he was tackled. The Chiefs trailed 24-14 at halftime but rallied in the second half, and one of the biggest plays was a 26-yard run by Mahomes to set up the game-winning field goal.

He did that on an ankle that was still giving him problems a few weeks into the spring. It seems the injury was much worse than was reported at the time.

He spoke Monday about continuing to rehab the ankle. He said that he hasn't been limited in throwing, but he might continue to be limited in running and cutting the "next few weeks."

"Now, it's been more about managing it but getting the mobility back the best I possibly can," Mahomes said. "I wouldn't say I'm 100 percent but I've had no, necessarily, limitations. It's just when you go through the grind of a week, of training, and you're trying to push it and go through the rehab process but at the same time you want to make sure you're still building, you might be a little sore on the weekends."

That news wouldn't normally be that big of a deal, with many NFL players still working back from various injuries and offseason surgeries. It's not like Mahomes can't work out or his offseason is being disrupted. This is just noteworthy because it puts Mahomes' Super Bowl performance into a different perspective.

"We'll continue the rehab process and making sure by the time we get to training camp I can roll out there and feel perfectly fine," Mahomes said.

By the time the season comes around, Mahomes will presumably be back to normal. He can resume adding to his legacy then. It won't be easy to improve upon what he has already done.

‘We’ve had an incredible run.’ Owner closing his Kansas City-area Mexican BBQ eatery

Months after announcing he would sell his Mexican barbecue restaurant in Kansas City, Kansas, its owner has now decided to close it.Carlos Mortera opened Poio Mexican BBQ at 800 S. Seventh St. in May 2021. He plans to close at the end of business on Saturday.For now he will continue to concentrate on his The Bite Catering Co. and restaurant consulting operation.“Putting ...

Months after announcing he would sell his Mexican barbecue restaurant in Kansas City, Kansas, its owner has now decided to close it.

Carlos Mortera opened Poio Mexican BBQ at 800 S. Seventh St. in May 2021. He plans to close at the end of business on Saturday.

For now he will continue to concentrate on his The Bite Catering Co. and restaurant consulting operation.

“Putting together all the pros and cons, there were more cons than pros,” he said Tuesday afternoon. “We are doing a lot of private and cannabis dinners (in Missouri), weddings, tasting menus, six courses. Less employees, less overhead and less of my time to do that.”

He first opened Poio at 1000 W. 25th St. in 2018, on the city’s West Side. It closed in November 2020 due to the pandemic.

Then he bought a former Subway in Kansas City, Kansas, painted it black with bright red and white accents, and opened Poio.

It offers grilled chicken, pork spare ribs, Filipino adobo pork carnitas, jackfruit carnitas, rice bowls, nachos, pork sandwiches, tortillas, salsa and house pickles, and sides such as chili lime charred broccoli, lemon pepper potatoes, charred carrots, cabbage slaw, and poblano macaroni and cheese.

Mortera used Mexican and Asian flavors and techniques that he grew up with and later made for his family.

First lady Jill Biden and her entourage took a detour on the way to the airport to pick up lunch at Poio during the final week of National Hispanic Heritage Month in October 2021.

But he put the 2,000-square-foot restaurant with a drive-thru up for sale in September.

“I work 16-hour-days, six-days-a-week, sometimes seven,” he said at the time. “I have a 2-year-old and a 7-month-old that I sometimes don’t see for two or three days.”

“And I have some health reasons that I need to relieve stress. I don’t care about the money, I care about the time.”

On Instagram this week, he said: “We’ve had an incredible run, and we are grateful to our devoted patrons for supporting us over the years. Our team is humbled by the endless positive feedback we have received on our concept, menu, and unique approach to dining.”

Fans left such comments as:

▪ Hope you all come back sometime. I’ll miss the adobo ribs

▪ nooooo!

He is in negotiations to lease the building to another restaurant. But he still hopes to franchise the Poio concept.

“It needs someone with deeper pockets than I have and more time,” he said.

He also has a Poio restaurant at the new Kansas City International Airport terminal. Its menu includes grilled chicken sandwiches, pork carnitas sandwiches, nachos and house-made tortilla chips.

Semien's HR fuels 7 straight hits in 5-run frame

KANSAS CITY -- The Rangers came through with a textbook display of binge hitting in the sixth inning against the Royals on Tuesday night and it happened in a most unlikely way.Locked in a tight one-run game, Texas had the lower part of its lineup coming up, and those four hitters at the bottom of the order had started the game with batting averages of .159, .150, .222 and .000, respectively. But suddenly and convincingly, the Rangers were spraying hits all over Kauffman Stadium....

KANSAS CITY -- The Rangers came through with a textbook display of binge hitting in the sixth inning against the Royals on Tuesday night and it happened in a most unlikely way.

Locked in a tight one-run game, Texas had the lower part of its lineup coming up, and those four hitters at the bottom of the order had started the game with batting averages of .159, .150, .222 and .000, respectively. But suddenly and convincingly, the Rangers were spraying hits all over Kauffman Stadium.

Robbie Grossman, Ezequiel Duran and Brad Miller started the hit parade with singles, and backup catcher Sandy León got his first hit of the season with a two-run single to right off Carlos Hernandez. And the hitting barrage wouldn’t cease until the Rangers had collected seven consecutive hits before an out was recorded in a five-run inning that boosted Texas to a 12-2 series-clinching victory.

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Before the robust rally began to fizzle, Marcus Semien smashed a three-run homer -- his third long ball in as many games. That was followed by Travis Jankowski's double and a single by Nathaniel Lowe. Only when Royals center fielder Kyle Isbel threw out Jankowski at the plate did Kansas City finally record an out.

“We had role players who made some major contributions,” manager Bruce Bochy said. “That’s what has to happen during the season. You’re going to have guys who need rest. You are going to have injuries.”

With Corey Seager recovering from a left hamstring strain, Bochy went with Duran at shortstop on Tuesday, and he responded with two hits. León was behind the plate so that Jonah Heim would be rested as the Rangers will go for a three-game sweep in Wednesday afternoon’s matinee finale.

The big bat in the lineup lately has belonged to Semien, who has used the road trip through Houston and Kansas City to showcase his power.

“You’re seeing a good hitter who’s locked in,” Bochy said of Semien. “To hit the ball out of the park like he’s doing, that’s impressive.”

When the Rangers opened the sixth with seven consecutive hits, it marked the first time that has happened since the Yankees did it against the Rays on Sept. 10, 2022.

“It did get contagious and that’s baseball,” Bochy said. “ You could see the confidence.”

Rangers starter Nathan Eovaldi had a good time watching his teammates rattle off hits in that telling sixth inning. Eovaldi was hit hard early, but he made the adjustments and wound up delivering six innings of two-run ball.

“It took me a little time to find my rhythm,” Eovaldi said. “The first couple of innings, they were barreling balls and I had to make the adjustments. Once I started pitching inside, I felt like I was able to get them off the approach they had on me.”

Grossman said he feels the talent on this Texas team is good enough to allow for periodic offensive eruptions like the Rangers put forth in the sixth.

“This is a good team,” Grossman said. “A couple of things happen and then, the next thing you know, you’ve put up a crooked number.”

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