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Why the Inland Empire Became a Freight Hub

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A huge share of goods coming through Southern California’s ports passes through the Inland Empire before reaching stores and homes. A few factors explain why.

Close to the ports

The ports of Los Angeles and Long Beach are among the busiest in the country, and the Inland Empire sits within trucking range of both.

Room to build

Compared with coastal areas, the region has offered the land needed for very large warehouses and distribution centers.

Freeways and rail

I-10, I-15, I-215, SR-60 and SR-91 connect the region in every direction, and major rail facilities add another route for long-distance freight.

What this means for shippers

So much freight in one region means many transfers, and each one is a chance for a load to shift or for requirements to change. That’s why services such as transloading and pallet rework are in demand across the Inland Empire.

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