TOTE & STG Logistics Partner to Deliver a Faster Intermodal Shipping Solution to Puerto Rico

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September 4, 2024

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CHICAGO, Sept. 4, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — TOTE Maritime Puerto Rico [‘TOTE’] and STG Logistics [‘STG’] are partnering to offer the fastest rail-focused shipping solution to and from the island of Puerto Rico from anywhere in the United States and Canada. Combining their expertise, equipment, and resources, this strategic collaboration responds to the demand for a more efficient shipping solution to the island for those currently utilizing rail and barge services in the trade.

The partnership aligns STG’s vast network of inland routes, ramp access, rail relationships, and 15,000 pieces of state-of-the-art equipment nationwide with TOTE’s reliable three-day transit time. The result is a significant reduction in transit times from most origins across the continent, helping simplify customers’ cross-country supply chain and enhancing overall efficiency to the Puerto Rico market.

“We are thrilled to partner with STG to provide a better rail-focused service solution to and from Puerto Rico,” said TOTE Maritime Puerto Rico President Kevin Kendrick. “Our work with STG reflects our continued commitment to elevate our service while creating value and opportunity for our customers. Many of our customers are already experiencing the benefits of this service’s efficiency, and we look forward to extending these advantages to more customers as the program continues to grow.”

“At STG, we are dedicated to pushing the boundaries of what’s possible in the logistics industry,” commented Paul Svindland, CEO at STG Logistics. “Teaming up with TOTE, known in the trade for its relentless drive to be best in class, allows us to leverage our collective strengths and expertise to deliver unprecedented customer value than what’s available for the Puerto Rico market today. Both companies are aligned in delivering service excellence, and together, we are well-positioned to set a new standard in domestic shipping.”

As both companies continue to invest in technology and infrastructure, customers can expect even greater efficiency and reliability from this partnership in the future.

For more information about TOTE and STG please visit www.totemaritime.com/puertorico and www.stgusa.com.

TOTE Maritime Puerto Rico, LLC belongs to the TOTE Group family of companies, a leading transportation and logistics company, overseeing some of the most trusted companies in the US. TOTE Maritime Puerto Rico, LLC and TOTE Maritime Alaska, LLC bring unmatched reliability and service to their respective markets. TOTE Services, LLC offers crewing and technical services to meet the needs of commercial, privately owned and U.S. government vessels. TOTE Group is part of the Saltchuk family of companies:

About STG Logistics

STG is a leading national containerized logistics services provider including asset-based intermodal transportation, marine and rail drayage, warehousing and transloading services and over the road FTL and LTL services. With over 35 years of experience in domestic logistics, STG has access to every major rail ramp and port in the country. STG is a portfolio company of Wind Point Partners and Oaktree Capital Management.

‍Contacts:

TOTE:
Juleen Ayres
[email protected]

STG:
Courtney McCrimmon
412.225.6899
[email protected]