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Container Transloading Services – Brampton, Toronto, Mississauga

Transload containers to or from rail/truck at our Brampton terminal. Short-term storage, cross-dock, and palletizing available

 At Metropolitan Logistics, we provide fast, secure, and cost-effective container transloading services in the heart of Canada’s busiest freight corridor. Located just minutes from CN’s Brampton Intermodal Terminal, our facility is purpose-built for unloading import containers, sorting cargo, and reloading onto domestic trucks for final-mile delivery across Ontario and Canada.

What is Transloading?

Transloading is the process of transferring goods from one mode of transport to another — typically from rail or ocean containers to domestic trucks (or vice versa). This is a crucial step in reducing storage costs, optimizing delivery routes, and speeding up distribution.

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How Our Transloading Process Works

Our streamlined, high-volume setup allows us to quickly handle inbound or outbound containers with precision.

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Step

Import Container Transloading

  • Container arrives via rail or ocean
  • Unloaded at our Brampton warehouse
  • Cargo is sorted, palletized, or separated as needed
  • Freight is reloaded onto domestic dry vans or straight trucks
  • Short-term storage available if delivery isn’t immediate
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Step

Export Transloading

  • Domestic or warehouse freight arrives at our dock
  • Freight is consolidated and loaded into export containers
  • Documentation support and container sealing
  • Final delivery to CN/CP terminal for rail export or to port for vessel loading
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Why Use Transloading?

Transloading is a strategic logistics solution that allows companies to move containerized freight more efficiently and cost-effectively.

This service is especially critical for: Freight forwarders and NVOCCs, Retailers importing from Asia or Europe, 3PLs managing high-turnover freight, Exporters using CN or CP rail terminals in the GTA

Location Advantages

Our facility is:

Less drayage time = lower cost and faster turnaround.

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Equipment & Dock Setup

Our facility is purpose-built for efficient transloading and cross-docking. Whether you're handling standard pallets or oversized freight, we’re equipped to process your cargo quickly and securely.

 

Drive-in & Dock-Height Doors

Drive-in & Dock-Height Doors

We offer both drive-in bays and standard dock-level doors, making it easy to accommodate a variety of truck types and unloading setups.

53’ Trailer Access

Our yard and dock are designed for full-length trailers, supporting efficient linehaul and regional carrier operations.

Material Handling Equipment

Material Handling Equipment

Forklifts, pallet jacks, and calibrated dock scales are on-site to safely handle palletized, crated, or loose freight.

Secure Indoor Unloading

Secure Indoor Unloading

Freight is offloaded in a covered, secure space to protect cargo from weather and unauthorized access.

24/7 Video Monitoring

All activity is recorded with surveillance cameras throughout the facility, ensuring around-the-clock cargo safety.

Flexible Hours

We offer extended service windows and can accommodate after-hours access upon request to meet urgent timelines.

Timelines & Rates

Our standard transload operations are completed within 2–6 hours from container arrival, ensuring quick turnaround and minimal dwell time. Whether you need simple pallet transfer or complex handling, we offer flexible pricing and optional services to match your requirements.

 

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Security & Compliance

24/7 video surveillance

Limited access facility

Driver check-in procedures

Secure overnight parking available

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Fast & Reliable Transload Quote

Avoid delays and streamline your inbound logistics with same-week container transloading in Southern Ontario. We handle multiple shipments, reduce wait times at CN Brampton, and ensure smooth final delivery.

📍 Serving Brampton, Mississauga, Toronto, Vaughan, Markham, and beyond.














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