Chicago Transloading & Intermodal
Services You Can Trust
At TRT Intermodal, we specialize in Chicago transloading, Intermodal, and Warehouse Storage services—handling everything from standard freight to oversized, overweight, and out-of-gauge cargo. With decades of combined transloading and intermodal experience, our team delivers fast, reliable, and cost-effective transloading solutions in Chicago and near all major Chicago rail ramps. Whether your freight is big, small, heavy, or complex—we make it happen.
Intermodal Services
As a leading intermdal service in Chicago, we provide a comprehensive solution for efficient and sustainable shipping, utilizing a combination of truck and rail transport to reduce costs and environmental impact while providing significant savings for shippers on long-distance hauls to the West Coast & Gulf States.
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Transloading Services
We facilitate transloading not only in Chicago but on the West Coast & the Gulf Ports. We enabling the efficient transfer of freight between transportation modes, which optimizes shipping efficiency for various products. This service provides cost reduction, increased market reach, and adaptability for businesses, all without requiring direct investments in terminal assets.
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Warehouse Storage
TRTs owned and operated warehouse, situated on the Des Plaines river in Joliet, IL, (outside of Chicago) provides versatile warehouse storage solutions for our customers, offering both short and long-term options. Additional acreage zoned for industrial outside storage provides opportunities for truck, chassis, and container storage, ensuring flexible storage solutions to meet various needs.
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Full-Service Transloading, Intermodal & Warehousing in Chicago
As an asset-based provider, we offer complete control over the logistics chain. Our Chicago facility is designed to handle the most demanding cargo requirements with precision and speed.
125,000+ sq ft
Secure indoor warehousing capacity for specialized storage.
58,000 lbs
Heavy lift capabilities for massive industrial components.
Flatbed Experts
Expert flatbed transloading and specialized drayage.
Import/Export
Seamless handling of international freight transitions.
Asset-Based
We own the equipment, we own the space, we control the quality.
Strategic Chicago Transloading Location
Optimally positioned near Joliet and major Midwest rail hubs to maximize efficiency.
Minimize Transit Time
Our proximity to Joliet and primary Chicago-area rail yards means your cargo moves from rail to road in record time, bypassing typical congestion points.
Reduced Drayage Costs
Eliminated Rail Delays
Prime Joliet Hub
Positioned at the nexus of the I-55 and I-80 corridors, offering unparalleled access to the nation's busiest rail terminals.
GATEWAY TO THE WEST
Comprehensive Intermodal Solutions
Experience seamless connections between rail, road, and sea. Our intermodal services are designed to optimize your supply chain, reducing transit times and lowering costs while providing unparalleled flexibility for your most demanding logistics challenges.
Direct Rail Access
Immediate access to major networks ensuring continuous freight movement and reduced handling.
Fast Transfers
Rapid container transfers between rail and truck reducing dwell times and expediting delivery.
Cost-Effective Drayage
Immediate access to major networks ensuring continuous freight movement and reduced handling.
Our Transloading Capabilities
TRT Intermodal handles a wide range of freight, including steel, aluminum, machinery, and oversized cargo.
Heavy Lift (58,000 lbs)
Our heavy-duty forklifts and gantry systems handle up to 58,000 lbs with precision.
OOG/Oversized
Specialized handling for Out-of-Gauge freight that won't fit in standard containers.
Cross-Docking
Fast-track transfers from rail to truck to keep your supply chain moving without storage.
Indoor Flatbed Loading
Full drive-through indoor bays protecting your freight from the Chicago elements.
Blocking & Bracing
Expert load securing for international shipping compliance and cargo safety.
Container Drayage
Reliable local transport between terminals and our transloading facility.
Built for Heavy, Oversized,
and Complex Freight
We don't just move boxes. We specialize in the difficult loads that other providers shy away from.
Steel Coils
Aluminum Plates
Transformers
Generators
Machinery
Infrastructure
Why Choose TRT Intermodal?
Reliability isn't just a word to us—it's the foundation of our business. Our clients trust us because we provide consistent performance and expert communication.
Asset-Based Warehouse
100% control over the storage environment.
Fast Turnarounds
Efficiency that saves you money and time.
58k Heavy Lift
Massive capacity for industrial loads.
Experienced Team
Never wonder where your freight is.
Prime Location
Minutes from major Chicago rail ramps.
Real-Time Updates
Never wonder where your freight is.