Intermodal (Door/Linehaul) - Hamilton Container Terminal

End-to-End Container Movement Solutions

We specialize in efficient container movement between ports, rail terminals, and customer sites across Southwestern Ontario, Quebec, and the Northeastern U.S. With a fully owned fleet and modern chassis, we deliver dependable drayage and linehaul services tailored for cross-border and domestic needs.

GTHA Imports

Pick up from CN, CP, CSX, or other CYs for live unloads or drop-and-pick deliveries. We manage the entire process with import track & trace, truck tracking, and flexible scheduling to meet tight delivery windows.

GTHA Exports

Pick up from HCT’s in-house depot or any Toronto-area CY for live loading or drop-and-pick setups. Our experienced team ensures the containers meet in-land rail cutoffs for your export bookings.

Linehaul Trucking

Our linehaul team moves cargo across Canada and the Northeast U.S. Corridor around the clock. We are a bonded carrier in both Canada and USA and handle in-bond shipments, door deliveries, and terminal transfers.

Triangulations

The number of containers we handle in the GTHA region and cross border offers the opportunity for street-turns and triangulation. This reduces empty miles, improves turnaround times, and saves cost.

CN/CP - Door Import/Export Drayage

For import containers, we monitor the container's status until it is discharged. Our customer service team coordinates closely with the dispatch team and you to ensure a timely pickup before the Last Free Day (LFD), preventing demurrage charges. If needed, we offer pre-pull services to our secure, gated facility. Additionally, we provide live unloading, drop-and-pick services, and empty container returns to the terminal.

Our dispatch team is experienced with export containers via CN and CP as well. We secure rail reservations, coordinate empty container drop, pickups from shippers (live load or drop-and-pick), and ensuring compliance with terminal cutoffs.

Port - Door Delivery

Fast and reliable pick-up/delivery service to warehouses, distribution centers, or final-mile locations.

Long Haul/Linehaul & Cross Border Operations

We have a dedicated fleet for long haul and cross border operations. Currently, we serve the following ports & corridors:

Port of Montreal

Cast (Termont Montréal)

Racine (MGT)

North East US Corridor

New York Ports

New Jersey Ports

Philly Ports

CSX Buffalo

CSX Detroit

Door moves in USA/Canada

Other ports/rail terminals in this corridor

Bonded Carrier

We are a bonded highway carrier in both Canada and the U.S., with expertise in handling in-bond shipments. Our team efficiently manages shipments cleared at the border and ensures compliance with all customs regulations. As an ACE and ACI compliant carrier, we facilitate faster cross-border movement with seamless electronic filing and advance cargo

Our Fleet

We are fully equipped to handle overweight (OW) containers with all the necessary permits to move them legally and safely through this corridor. In fact, a significant portion of our shipments involve overweight freight, all within permissible state limits and in full compliance with transportation regulations.

Currently, we have the following chassis types deployed throughout Ontario, Quebec and USA.

20' Chassis for a single 20' container

40’ Chassis for a standard or high cube container

40' 12 Pin Chassis which allows for a single 20', two 20's, a single 40', or a single 40' HC

40' 12 Pin Tri-Axle to carry heavier containers legally

Specialized B-Train Chassis

Why choose HCT Intermodal?

Standard & Specialized Chassis

Own and operate a fleet of chassis to accommodate different requirements such as tandems, tri-axle, and b-trains.

Bonded Carrier Canada & USA

We can move cargo in-bond in USA and Canada as needed under different bonds for import or export moves.

Hazmat Certified Drivers

Experienced and compliant with Transport Canada and U.S. DOT requirements.

EDI Capability

We integrate with Steamship Lines and customer EDI systems, including. EDI 322, EDI 301, EDI 214, EDI 810, and more.

Solutions for Cargo Owners & Freight Forwarders

We provide a dedicated account manager for personalized services. We cater to both cargo owners and freight forwarders and offer volume discounts.

Track Your Shipment

Our Customer Portal provides real-time tracking and shipment visibility, allowing you to monitor your cargo from pickup to delivery.

Drayage between CN/CP, or a CY, and your location

Our drayage team manages pick-ups, pre-pulls, deliveries, and live unloads between the rail terminal, container yard, and your facility. We provide both live unloading and drop-and-pick options to meet your operational needs efficiently.

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Chassis Storage, Container Storage, Container Repair, Transloading, and Warehousing

We have heavy container handlers and facilities equipped for heavy material handling to ensure smooth transloading when needed. We also have 24/7 on-site security.

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