Container Drayage for Marble and Granite Importers in Miami

Container Drayage for Marble and Granite Importers in Miami

South Florida’s luxury construction market drives enormous demand for imported marble and granite from Italy, Brazil, Turkey, and India. These natural stone containers are among the heaviest imports at PortMiami and Port Everglades, making specialized container drayage essential.

The Weight Problem

Natural stone is incredibly dense. A single 20-foot container of marble slabs can weigh 48,000+ lbs — and a 40-foot container can exceed 55,000 lbs of cargo weight. When you add the truck, chassis, and container tare weight, you’re well over Florida’s 80,000 lb limit. Nearly every stone container coming through Miami requires special handling.

Solutions for Overweight Stone Containers

Overweight permits: Florida allows permitted loads up to 90,000 lbs on designated routes. Go Freight handles the permitting process. Transloading: Split the container contents at a CFS facility near the port into two legal-weight trucks. Heavy haul equipment: Multi-axle trailers spread the weight across more tires for legal compliance.

Handling and Damage Prevention

Marble and granite slabs are fragile despite their weight. Improper handling during drayage can cause cracks, chips, and breakage worth thousands of dollars. Containers must be transported level — no sudden stops or sharp turns. Delivery to your warehouse or stone yard requires equipment capable of handling the weight safely.

Go Freight’s Stone Drayage Expertise

Go Freight moves stone containers daily in Miami. We understand the weight challenges, have relationships with permitting authorities, and operate heavy-haul equipment sized for stone loads. From port pickup to delivery at stone yards throughout Doral, Hialeah, and Medley, we keep your natural stone moving safely.