Cross-Docking
Inbound to outbound, minimal storage time
Freight transferred through our own docks so it keeps moving instead of being warehoused.
What it solves
- Inbound volume that needs to be re-sorted for outbound delivery
- Storage costs on freight that only needs to change trailers
- Long-haul arrivals that need regional distribution
Who it is for
- Shippers with inbound long-haul and regional outbound needs
- Importers moving freight off the port or ramp
- Distribution programs consolidating multiple suppliers
Operational benefits
What the service gives your operation
Bolus-operated docks
Transfers handled by our own people at our own facilities.
Less storage
Freight moves through instead of occupying warehouse space.
Re-sorting
Inbound loads broken down and rebuilt for outbound routes.
Connected services
Feeds directly into truckload, LTL and store delivery.
How it works
- 1Inbound load arrives at a Bolus facility
- 2Freight is unloaded, checked and sorted
- 3Outbound loads are built for their routes
- 4Freight departs on the next scheduled outbound leg
Service area context
Docks in Scranton, Pennsylvania and Syracuse and Tonawanda, New York support Northeast and Mid-Atlantic distribution.
Related industries
Distribution
Consolidated inbound, dock transfers and outbound delivery handled by one operations team.
Retail
DC replenishment and store-level delivery built around retail appointments and vendor requirements.
Consumer Packaged Goods
Retail-aware delivery, consolidation and regional inventory for brands serving Northeast retailers.
Manufacturing
Plant-facing freight that keeps production supplied and finished goods moving to customers.
Cross-Docking FAQ
How long can freight sit at the dock?
Cross-docking is built for short dwell. When freight needs to be held, we discuss short-term warehousing instead.
Which facilities handle cross-docking?
Scranton, Pennsylvania plus Syracuse and Tonawanda, New York.
Can you receive freight from another carrier?
Yes. Inbound from another carrier can be received and rebuilt onto Bolus outbound capacity.
Ready to move cross-docking freight?
Send the lane detail and our team will confirm capacity and pricing.