Statistics from the US Department of Transportation show more than 700,000 registered motor carriers are traversing our highways and roads. These trucks, which can be packed with everything from bricks and stone to dog food and grocery items, keep thousands of American businesses afloat. For business owners shipping these products across the country, precise planning and high-level tracking are required. But with increasing rates and a wide range of delays to overcome, overseeing a shipment of LTL freight is easier said than done.
For overworked business owners, managing multiple shipments can seem impossible in today's freight landscape. But the reality is that many businesses rely on less-than-truckload shipments to keep their doors open. When these shipments are compromised, their business is too. But there's a viable solution: LTL freight brokers in Mesa, AZ like RelyEx provide reliable solutions to common LTL shipment problems, eliminating the stress and worry of LTL shipping.
With more than 30 combined years of LTL experience and a solutions-oriented team, RelyEx is your go-to choice for streamlined, efficient LTL shipping services. To understand the true value of RelyEx's less-than-truckload shipping options, it helps to understand first what LTL shipping is and why it's used.
In the freight industry, LTL stands for "less-than-truckload." It is a widely-used method of transportation for smaller shipments that don't require the space of a full truckload. In an LTL shipment, several customers' loads are placed onto one truck, which helps reduce how much it costs to ship those products.
In fact, if your freight doesn't fill an entire trailer but weighs 150-15,000 lbs., LTL freight shipping in Mesa, AZ, may be the most efficient, cost-conscious way to transport your products. That's because, in an LTL setup, you're only paying for the space your freight takes up. LTL shipping companies like RelyEx optimize LTL loads by choosing the most efficient routes at the best rates so your cargo gets to where it needs to go without any issues.
Business owners often choose LTL freight services in the following circumstances:
When it comes to LTL delivery options, there are a lot to choose from. But not every LTL broker is created equally. Some LTL companies do not have the tools or technology to track your shipments and optimize your routes. In worst-case scenarios, they may not be insured or reliable. If you're looking for an experienced LTL carrier that exceeds expectations with time-tested strategies and innovative technologies, look no further than RelyEx.
With more than two decades of experience in LTL operations, our team utilizes the power of GlobalTranz to compare rates across hundreds of approved carriers in the blink of an eye, while also providing the most cost-effective options for moving your freight. When you choose RelyEx for LTL shipping, you can leverage our expert team to handle your shipments. You can also manage the process yourself via GTZShip, which is Globaltranz's user-friendly management system. With GTZShip, you can access and compare LTL shipping rates, track your shipments, and manage your financials, all from one intuitive platform.
When it comes to LTL freight in Mesa, AZ, clients trust their products with RelyEx for many reasons, including the following:
Because GTZShip keeps outsized freight available, it can negotiate the best LTL rates on your behalf. Our clients can access these extra-low rates in one of two ways:
Regardless of the option you choose, RelyEx's knowledgeable customer care reps will cover all of your LTL shipping options, so you can make an informed shipping and purchasing decision for your freight.
Yes, you read that right - in addition to giving you access to industry-leading rates, RelyEx's partnership with GTZShip gives you full management of your freight. We're talking about access to reporting, tracking, and much more. This extensive visibility is essentially a one-stop shop for everything related to the status of your freight.
Unlike some LTL shipping software, this system requires no contracts or signup fees, making it simple to provide quotes and book immediately when you're ready. Whether you use GTZShip directly or rely on our team to book your freight, your company will always have access to this free technology.
While it's true that RelyEx provides customers with the best rates and technology in the LTL industry, we go above and beyond the normal call of duty. Why? Because we strive to treat your shipment as if it's our most important one. Put simply, we put a lot of time and effort into making sure we do things right the first time around. Our fierce commitment to the customer and to quality protects not only your reputation, but your bottom line by preventing lost customers and sales.
RelyEx excels at LTL shipping because we are:
From dedicated LTL solutions to transactional relationships, RelyEx is here to help. Unlike other LTL companies, we get the job done right with customer-focused service, industry expertise, and Globaltranz's industry-leading Transportation Management System.
Our dedicated team of LTL specialists provides you with the best freight visibility available, whether you need a few shipments a week or you need hundreds. In order to do so, we communicate with carriers throughout the entire shipping process, so you know your items are delivered on time. Though rare, if we spot an issue, we'll provide you with an alternative solution immediately.
Plus, if you have large quantities that need to be shipped, our team is happy to provide you with customized reporting for free. That way, you can access at-the-moment updates and important shipment documentation with a few clicks or taps.
When your freight is too light for full truckloads but too heavy for basic parcel carriers like UPS, LTL shipping is a great option to consider. When you use an LTL shipping company like RelyEx, you get even more value. We've been over some of the basics associated with LTL freight shipping - now let's touch on some of the biggest benefits of using a company to handle logistics from start to finish.
One of the most common reasons clients use LTL services is because they're able to save money. LTL shipping is much less expensive than the alternative, which is to hire a private driver and truck. When you go in on LTL services with other shippers, you can have your products delivered at a fraction of the cost of going private. In this setup, you pay for space you use, not the space you don't use, which is common in full truckload freight shipping.
As an added benefit, relying on an LTL freight company like RelyEx can lower your warehouse costs since more shipments can be sent at a time. That means you don't have to wait weeks or even months for a trailer to fill up.
When you use a parcel carrier like FedEx, you can only ship up to 150 pounds at a time. That means you'd have to break down your shipment into separate boxes in order to ship. With LTL freight shipping, your packages can be palletized and shrink-wrapped so they're shipped in a single load.
At RelyEx, our team knows how important your shipment is, whether you're sending thousands of pounds of products or a single pallet. That's why we ensure your products are packaged correctly and have security protocols baked into every service we offer. Plus, by keeping your freight together, we decrease the chance of damaging your cargo, which pleases your clients and boosts your customers' satisfaction.
The magic of LTL shipping lies in the fact that we fill fewer trailers with more freight. Doing so reduces global emissions and makes the process much quicker. Imagine using a semi-truck to haul products that only fill a quarter of the trailer. It would waste money, time, and space that could be used for other products. With LTL shipping, you're protecting the environment and reducing the number of partially-filled trucks on the road. This, in turn, saves you money and makes you an eco-friendly company - something you can use as a selling point for your business.
LTL providers like RelyEx use advanced logistics technology to ensure your cargo arrives on time and without damage. By investing in technology like GlobalTranz, we save our clients from doing so themselves. With GlobalTranz, our clients gain access to robust tracking options like real-time freight locations, so you can monitor your shipment's progress. With GlobalTranz, you get more than just a way to book your LTL cargo â you benefit from our qualified network of carriers, expert logistics support, and leading technology features.
It's impossible to say exactly how much your LTL shipping may cost because the NMFC, or National Motor Freight Classification, determines those prices. Using this standard, pricing is dictated for commodities moving in intrastate, interstate, and foreign commerce. Items are grouped into 18 different classes, based on four characteristics:
If you're shipping a product that is more likely to be damaged, stolen, or cause damage to other items, it may affect LTL shipment pricing.
Does your product require specific care or handling instructions? If so, you can probably expect higher prices.
This factor accounts for how much space your item occupies in relation to its weight or the weight per cubic foot for each piece of freight you are shipping.
How easy is it to load and transport your commodity? Can it be loaded and transported with other items?
When combined, these characteristics are used to establish an NMFC code for your LTL cargo. These codes are crucial, as they help your LTL carrier understand the challenges of shipping your products. If the item you need to ship has a high NMFC code, it's because it's more difficult to transport, which usually means it's more expensive to ship.
Depending on where and how often you ship LTL freight, your broker may choose a regional or national LTL carrier. Regional carriers often service a group of states within a region. National carriers have a larger footprint and can often eliminate the need to use several carriers for your shipments. RelyEx has the infrastructure and strategies for all of your LTL shipping - contact our office today to learn more about your options.
Though regional and national carriers are different, they often use similar models for shipping. Two of the most popular types of shipping methods include hub and spoke distribution and LTL consolidation.
In this traditional model, your shipments go through a network of warehouses, terminals, and hub facilities where your products are grouped with other shipments. Your freight then travels to local "spokes" (or terminals), where they are delivered. If you need to ship freight over short distances, this model may be a good choice to consider.
Some common benefits of the hub and spoke model include:
LTL consolidated shipping is a model where LTL carriers bring several shipments from different shippers to a final destination. Instead of using hubs and spokes along the shipping route to bundle freight and move cargo, LTL consolidation works by taking multiple shipments and turning them into a single truckload. This truck then makes multiple stops, where your products are delivered.
Some of the most common benefits of LTL consolidation include:
At RelyEx, our goal is to expertly manage the movement of your freight so you can focus on your core business. With more than 20 years of combined experience with LTL freight shipping in Mesa, AZ, our team can select the most efficient and cost-effective model for your needs. That way, you can accomplish your day-to-day tasks while we handle the heavy lifting and any logistical challenges.
At RelyEx, we believe that trustworthy, comprehensive, and streamlined LTL shipping options are better for your business. And for us, what's better for your business is better for ours. That's why, when it comes to LTL shipping, we work tirelessly to ensure every aspect of your freight experience is embedded excellence. We take this unique approach because our management were once customers like you. They were people who, for one reason or another, had to deal with frustrating and often unsolved shipping and logistics challenges. Today, we take pride in solving those challenges and only partner with carriers who match our high standards.
If you're looking for an LTL company in Mesa, AZ that prioritizes customer service, strong communication, and proactive thinking, we're here to help you avoid delayed shipments and missed expectations.
The Arizona Coyotes have begun searching for a fallback option to build a new arena in the state after Tempe voters on Tuesday struck down plans to build an entertainment district there. Mesa’s old Fiesta Mall footprint is among the land the team has inquired about, CBS5’s and 3TV’s Dennis Welch reported Thursday.The city of Mesa released the following statement...
The Arizona Coyotes have begun searching for a fallback option to build a new arena in the state after Tempe voters on Tuesday struck down plans to build an entertainment district there. Mesa’s old Fiesta Mall footprint is among the land the team has inquired about, CBS5’s and 3TV’s Dennis Welch reported Thursday.
The city of Mesa released the following statement after Welch reported that the Coyotes on Wednesday reached out about the land.
“For years Mesa has supported the redevelopment of the Fiesta District,” the city said. “Aside from being a key site for the District, Fiesta Mall is one of the most attractive pieces of urban real estate in the Valley today. It is massive, adjacent to three major highways and only 20 minutes from two major airports.
“We look forward to working with the property owner on proposals to bring diverse uses to the Fiesta Mall site and long-term sustainable and vibrant economic activity to the Fiesta District.”
As Welch adds, the Mesa option would likely require a public vote as the Tempe push did.
Moving to Mesa would keep the Coyotes on the right timeline to build a new arena because it would not require the year-or-so of land remediation needed in Tempe’s now-squashed project, which included landfill cleanup.
Fiesta Mall opened in 1979 and sits at the intersection of the US 60 and Alma School Road, a location that is easily accessible and in a relatively central, East Valley location.
The mall has been vacant in the past several years, with a Dillard’s Clearance Center being the last retail store to close down there in 2019.
The Coyotes on Wednesday confirmed they expect to play at Mullett Arena, which is operated by Arizona State University, in the 2023-24 season.
The NHL team in 2022-23 played its first season at the 5,000-seat Mullett Arena, by far the NHL’s smallest arena. The Coyotes and ASU have a deal for the pro team to play two more years at the arena with an option for 2025-26.
The $2.1 billion project for a new arena in Tempe was projected to create a 16,000-seat arena, practice rink, 300,000 square feet of upscale retail, 1,600 apartments, two hotels and a theater at Priest Drive and Rio Salado Parkway. With that plan squashed, it’s opened the possibility the team could pursue relocation to another state.
MESA, AZ (3TV/CBS 5) -- As the Arizona Coyotes consider the next steps regarding where their team will be based, Arizona’s Family has learned that the team has its eyes now set on Mesa.Sources within the City of Mesa tell Arizona’s Family political editor Dennis Welch that the NHL team reached out on Wednesday after the loss of a public referendum in Tempe that would have created a new entertainment venue between the Mill Avenue district and Phoenix Sky Harbor airport. Details are still extremely limited on how far ...
MESA, AZ (3TV/CBS 5) -- As the Arizona Coyotes consider the next steps regarding where their team will be based, Arizona’s Family has learned that the team has its eyes now set on Mesa.
Sources within the City of Mesa tell Arizona’s Family political editor Dennis Welch that the NHL team reached out on Wednesday after the loss of a public referendum in Tempe that would have created a new entertainment venue between the Mill Avenue district and Phoenix Sky Harbor airport. Details are still extremely limited on how far the talks have gone or if Mesa would consider such a proposal. Still, any potential arena deal is likely to require a public vote and put forth another referendum and a potential special election.
Less than two hours after Arizona’s Family broke the news, the city released a statement supporting the redevelopment of the site but stopped short of mentioning the team by name or about any potential deals being brokered within the community.
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“For years Mesa has supported the redevelopment of the Fiesta District. Aside from being a key site for the District, Fiesta Mall is one of the most attractive pieces of urban real estate in the valley today. It is massive, adjacent to three major highways, and only 20 minutes from two major airports,” the statement read. “We look forward to working with the property owner on proposals to bring diverse uses to the Fiesta Mall site and long-term sustainable and vibrant economic activity to the Fiesta District.”
In the meantime, the Coyotes have announced that they would play at Mullett Arena in Tempe as they battle a tough loss of what would have been one of the largest sports deals in the state’s history. The Coyotes had played this past season at Mullett Arena in Tempe, sharing the brand-new 5,000-seat complex with the Arizona State University Sun Devils, and have a contract to play there through the 2024-2025 season.
Tempe voters overwhelmingly rejected the Coyotes’ proposed $2.1 billion entertainment district and arena earlier this week. Arizona’s Family spoke with Sam Almy, a data analyst with Uplift Campaigns. They broke down the early voting numbers in this special election. “Under 35 years old, it was about 12 to 13 percent turn out, where 65+ was closer to 63 percent turn out,” Almy said. That analysis says more than 50 percent of votes came from people who didn’t live directly near the proposed site. “South Tempe Legislative District 12 made up about 52 to 54 percent of all early returns,” he said. District 12 is south of the U.S. 60.
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Trammell Crow Company (TCC), a global real estate developer, and CBRE Investment Management, on behalf of a separate account client, have acquired a 192-acre development site in Mesa, Arizona. The master site will be divided into ‘shovel-ready’ lots that will range from 12 acres, up to the full 192-acre site. These sub-sites will be available for sale to a wide array of interested users; alternatively, TCC will be able to provid...
Trammell Crow Company (TCC), a global real estate developer, and CBRE Investment Management, on behalf of a separate account client, have acquired a 192-acre development site in Mesa, Arizona. The master site will be divided into ‘shovel-ready’ lots that will range from 12 acres, up to the full 192-acre site. These sub-sites will be available for sale to a wide array of interested users; alternatively, TCC will be able to provide build-to-suit solutions for interested corporate users. The sale price was $27,960,939, according to Vizzda.
Located in the Southeast Valley submarket, in the center of Mesa’s Advanced Manufacturing Corridor, the site is the largest one in Maricopa County that can accommodate Union Pacific Rail users. TCC will perform horizontal improvements on each sub-site, including the extension of utilities and roadway build out, beginning in summer 2023. The sub-sites, which are located within an Opportunity Zone, are available for purchase or for build-to-suit development.
The master site is located only a quarter mile away from a full diamond intersection along the recently completed SR-24 Freeway Extension, a location that will further stimulate demand from large industrial users who require large, accessible pad sites in an increasingly land-constrained market. Notably, the Union Pacific Pecos Industrial Rail Access and Train Extension (PIRATE) line, planned to be complete by the end of 2023, is set to run directly through the master site; rail accessible sub-sites will be available.
“Despite the uncertainty about the overall economy and the industrial sector in the U.S., the market fundamentals for the Phoenix industrial sector remain strong, with historically low vacancy rates and continued demand for new space carrying through the end of Q4 2022. The Southeast Valley was one of the most active submarkets at the tail end of last year, due in part to the area’s abundant labor pool, and we are still seeing strong activity as we enter the second quarter of 2023,” said Ryan Norris, Principal with TCC.
According to CBRE’s Q4 2022 Phoenix Industrial Market Report, during Q4 2022 alone, 67 tenants were in the market for 8.1 million square feet of space, specifically in the Southeast Valley, where the vacancy rate was three percent. The submarket kept a healthy pace of net absorption and welcomed local and out-of-state business looking for quality industrial space.
Norris continued, “In order to balance the various economic implications – meaning the national economic uncertainty and the continued local demand for industrial space – we wanted to create a flexible development site that allows us to offer sub-divided, shovel-ready sites for purchase, as well as sites where we can implement our build-to-suit expertise for industrial users looking to enter or expand their footprint in the market. Our firm’s ability to anticipate a changing market and implement this type of development concept is an indicator of how TCC remains on its front foot when it comes to delivering the best outcomes for our partners and clients.”
“We’re excited to partner with Trammell Crow to provide this unique, flexible development solution that can serve a variety of industrial users in search of modern industrial space in this key, growing submarket. We believe that the continued high demand for logistics and industrial real estate, the location’s convenient proximity to major transportation nodes and Trammell Crow’s extensive experience in customizing and delivering top-of-the-line properties will offer long-term value for both future occupiers and our client,” said Mary Lang, Head of Americas Direct Logistics Strategies for CBRE Investment Management.
Jackie Orcutt of CBRE and her team represented the land seller, and her team will represent the TCC and CBRE IM JV on the land sale transaction(s).
The Coyotes are still looking to secure a long-term place to play in the state of Arizona.Days after the City of Tempe ...
The Coyotes are still looking to secure a long-term place to play in the state of Arizona.
Days after the City of Tempe voted against development plans for a new arena, a fallback option appears to have emerged, as the Coyotes are now considering a site in Mesa near Fiesta Mall, according to a report from Dennis Welch of AZfamily.com.
Sources: Arizona Coyotes consider former site of Fiesta Mall in Mesa for sports arena https://t.co/0HUJJ64OHn pic.twitter.com/yKx7L0pAZ1
— azfamily 3TV CBS 5 (@azfamily) May 18, 2023
Fiesta Mall opened in 1979 and features a location that is easily accessible and in a relatively central, East Valley location.
Per ArizonaSports.com, the city of Mesa released a statement following Welsh’s report:
“For years Mesa has supported the redevelopment of the Fiesta District,” the city said. “Aside from being a key site for the District, Fiesta Mall is one of the most attractive pieces of urban real estate in the Valley today. It is massive, adjacent to three major highways and only 20 minutes from two major airports.
“We look forward to working with the property owner on proposals to bring diverse uses to the Fiesta Mall site and long-term sustainable and vibrant economic activity to the Fiesta District.”
The Mesa option would require a public vote, similar to what occurred with Tempe.
The Coyotes played this past season at Mullett Arena, sharing the complex with the Arizona State University Sun Devils, and have a contract to play at the arena through the 2024-2025 season. The team confirmed to season ticket holders earlier this week that it would be using the venue next season.
"While we are very disappointed Tempe voters did not approve the proposed Entertainment District, we want to thank all our loyal fans who supported the Coyotes over the years. Your loyalty is what makes our Pack strong," Coyotes president and CEO Xavier A. Gutierrez wrote in a letter to the fans.
The Coyotes also released a poll via social media on Thursday, asking supporters where they would like to see a new arena built in Arizona. Hockey fans had a field day with their responses to the tweet, and mentioning several .
Danish logistics powerhouse DSV A/S will start operating its private-label cargo airline next month at relatively unknown Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport, a strategic move aimed at courting Arizona’s sprouting semiconductor and electric vehicle industries with direct service that bypasses crowded Los Angeles International Airport.The world’s third-largest freight forwarder by revenue in February signed a 39-month lease with the Phoenix-Mesa airport authority for a 22,000-square-foot hangar that will function as a makeshift te...
Danish logistics powerhouse DSV A/S will start operating its private-label cargo airline next month at relatively unknown Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport, a strategic move aimed at courting Arizona’s sprouting semiconductor and electric vehicle industries with direct service that bypasses crowded Los Angeles International Airport.
The world’s third-largest freight forwarder by revenue in February signed a 39-month lease with the Phoenix-Mesa airport authority for a 22,000-square-foot hangar that will function as a makeshift terminal for processing cargo moving on large freighter aircraft.
DSV has engaged Cargolux and Atlas Air to provide dedicated transport utilizing Boeing 747 cargo jets. Cargolux will begin weekly scheduled service from Luxembourg on June 5. Tentative plans call for Atlas Air to deliver cargo from Hong Kong and Taipei, Taiwan, to Phoenix-Mesa starting sometime in July, but final routing decisions are still being worked out, Mads Ravn, executive vice president and head of global airfreight procurement, told FreightWaves.
Service to Phoenix-Mesa from Asia will actually piggyback on an existing operation provided by Atlas Air to DSV’s original U.S. hub at Huntsville International Airport in Alabama. Those flights continue to Miami and then to Sao Paulo. DSV intends to fly directly from Phoenix-Mesa to Latin America and offer export service back to Europe and Asia in the third quarter, said Ravn.
DSV is hosting a ribbon-cutting Tuesday morning, attended by local officials and other stakeholders, to inaugurate the latest location in its airfreight network.
Phoenix-Mesa “provides us with a serious competitive edge against our competitors … . Offering cargo aircraft capacity with the ability to exclusively manage the ground handling significantly strengthens growth opportunities — not only for DSV but for our customers as well,” said Niels Larsen, president DSV Air & Sea US, in an April news release.
Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport, which sits in the shadow of sprawling Phoenix Sky Harbor airport, is an unlikely location for facilitating international trade. A former U.S. Air Force base with three 10,000-foot runways, Phoenix-Mesa caters to regional airlines like Allegiant.
DSV represents the first scheduled cargo service based at Phoenix-Mesa. The selection is part of a growing trend that has seen major logistics companies and all-cargo carriers collaborate to route shipments through second- and third-tier airports where they can get priority treatment at a fraction of the cost of a major passenger airport.
Good infrastructure, focused service, longer operating hours and fast clearance by customs authorities make it easier to pick up inbound shipments at smaller airports, according to air cargo experts.
By leasing airside cargo terminals, logistics providers gain direct control over their freight compared to using multitenant facilities that disassemble and prepare loads for pickup at major gateways.
Cargo bottlenecks are common at major passenger gateways, where many terminals are outdated, lack modern technology, and have limited truck access, dock doors and appointment systems. Freight retrieval is often slow as shorthanded ground handling agents have to locate and consolidate shipments for dozens of freight forwarders before they can be released.
At cargo-focused airports, handling agents can service forwarder-controlled flights as soon as they arrive, reducing lead and recovery times.
DSV officials say Phoenix-Mesa is an excellent alternative to Los Angeles International Airport, where it can take up to two days to retrieve inbound shipments and would require a 400-mile drive by truck to Phoenix.
The company claimed the hangar as a temporary solution for quickly targeting new business opportunities with semiconductor and electric car manufacturers, mining operations, and alternative energy companies until a permanent facility is built.
In March, DSV acquired two Phoenix-area trucking and logistics companies to strengthen its local capabilities and support the airfreight service.
Phoenix Sky Harbor airport hasn’t done much to court cargo business, according to airport industry experts.
Arizona is becoming a semiconductor and electric vehicle hotbed, especially with federal incentive programs, including through last year’s CHIPS Act, to encourage more domestic production in industries critical for national security.
Taiwan’s TSMC, the largest chipmaker in the world, is building a massive fabrication plant in Phoenix and expects to begin production next year. It announced in December plans for a second, multibillion-dollar semiconductor facility north of Phoenix. Intel is also investing $20 billion to expand its campus in nearby Chandler, Arizona.
In March, LG Energy Solutions announced plans to build a $5.5 billion plant to make batteries for electric vehicles and energy storage systems. Is the latest in a string of battery companies moving to Arizona. Since December, Ecobat has announced plans to build a lithium-ion battery recycling facility in Casa Grande, American Battery Factory has said it will invest $1.2 billion to build a lithium-ion battery manufacturing facility in Tucson, and Sion Power has announced it is expanding its Tucson battery manufacturing operation.
DSV has options to renew the hangar lease, which starts at $366,000 per year and annually escalates 3% to 4%, for up to six years. Ravn said DSV has hired Worldwide Flight Services to provide ground handling services, including truck transfers, for the freighter operations. The logistics provider has installed its own ground equipment and conducted two test shipments in March to familiarize employees and contractors with the Phoenix-Mesa airfield.
DSV has not committed to any expansion, but airport officials say they anticipate the logistics provider will eventually occupy a much larger facility that would be built by SkyBridge Arizona, a private consortium that owns the master development rights for 360 acres of airport property.
Peter Wentis, a senior vice president at real estate services firm CBRE, said SkyBridge has plans for buildings conducive to airfreight and DSV is aware of them.
DSV’s new Arizona capabilities will allow the company to offer more routes to Latin America and Mexico.
A pending system at Phoenix-Mesa that would allow U.S. and Mexican customs authorities to jointly inspect cargo bound for Mexico could help DSV’s southern route expansion. Under the program, the airport essentially becomes Mexican sovereign territory for export purposes. The government can then treat inbound flights as domestic flights and eliminate a redundant inspection upon arrival. Airport officials envision shippers of high-value and e-commerce goods taking advantage of air cargo to avoid the risk and delays associated with cross-border trucking.
The unified cargo processing system is operational at a dozen U.S. commercial ports along the Southern border.
The Phoenix-Mesa airport authority said it has U.S. Customs approval to implement the program.
Other cargo-focused airports capturing business that previously went to mega-hubs include Birmingham, Alabama; Chicago Rockford; Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International Airport; Greenville-Spartanburg in South Carolina; Rickenbacker International Airport in Columbus; Pittsburgh; and San Bernardino, California.
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