Insights & Resources
Plain-English guides for Canadian and US importers navigating drayage, warehousing, cross-docking, and supply chain coordination at Port Metro Vancouver.
For nearly five years, we ran a full warehouse and a growing client list without spending a dollar on advertising. We were full. That changes now — Flagship is expanding into a larger facility.
If you've shipped goods through Port Metro Vancouver, you've heard the term drayage — but what does it actually mean, and why does your choice of provider matter so much?
Richmond sits between all three Port Metro Vancouver terminals. Choosing the right warehouse here cuts your drayage costs and protects you from demurrage — here's how to pick the right one.
When freight arrives at Port Metro Vancouver, you have two primary options for what happens next. Choosing the wrong one adds cost, delays, and unnecessary handling to your supply chain.
Demurrage is one of the most avoidable costs in container logistics — and at Port Metro Vancouver, it catches importers off guard every week. Here's how to protect yourself.
The term '4PL' gets used a lot in logistics circles, but it's often misunderstood. Here's a clear explanation of what it means and when it makes sense for your business.
Flagship Logistics coordinates drayage, warehousing, cross-docking, and Canada-wide trucking from our Richmond, BC facility — one call, one partner.