Bulk Transportation Services in the U.S. & Canada With Proven Expertise in the Great Lakes and Inland River Systems
There are several choices for origin-to-designation bulk material supply chain consulting, but there is only one Pickands Mather. With extensive multi-modal transportation — vessel, river barge, rail and truck — experience, we offer bulk material logistics and consulting services that will make transporting your bulk commodities and raw materials faster, easier and more efficient. No matter the complexity, whether you represent a Fortune 500 company or a start-up, you can benefit from having Pickands Mather as your logistics partner.
Our Services
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Supply Chain Consulting
Whether you’re dealing in coal, limestone or fertilizer, building an efficient supply chain network in today’s world requires strategy and data analysis. Through our origin-to-destination bulk material supply chain consulting service, we apply real-time data to make recommendations that drive efficiency, productivity and revenue.
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3PL Services
At Pickands Mather, integrating our experience and relationships to move and store your raw materials is just the beginning. Our tech-enabled solutions can provide you with the real-time status of your stockpiles — and their associated quality — down to a shipment level. We also offer onsite inspectors who can ensure timeliness and compliance, so you know what you are getting is exactly what is expected.
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Mulit-Modal Transportation
Your throughput and timing are critical. Pickands Mather can manage the transportation of your raw materials and bulk commodities with the best possible economics. With four main modes of transportation, our experts create and fine-tune the optimal logistics path for your business.
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Customs Processing
With our vast experience shipping on the Great Lakes and Inland River Systems, you can move products in and out of the United States and Canada worry-free. Coming into the U.S., we help clear cargo, the crew and the vessel. Going into Canada, we are happy to take care of any paperwork required for the cargos here.
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Raw Materials Sales and Purchasing
We have a legacy managing mineral rights throughout North America. Our creative sourcing and sales solutions for coke, coal, gypsum, limestone, iron ore and other bulk products ensure your expectations will be met.
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And More
With 140+ years of experience, Pickands Mather has the flexibility to meet your needs.
Logistics You Can Depend On To Move Bulk Commodities and Raw Materials
If you are ready to reduce costs and get best-in-class service, how about working with a company full of people who eat, sleep and breathe logistics? Between our decades of experience and tech-enabled solutions, we mix the old with the new to provide personalized management solutions that lead to lower costs, improved efficiency and greater outcomes. To schedule a consultation, fill out the contact form below.
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