Apparel & Footwear Logistics

From fast-fashion seasonal launches to bulk footwear imports, we deliver speed, accuracy, and inventory control tailored to the apparel industry's demanding timelines.

4-Hour Pickup

At Port of Los Angeles

The US Apparel Market Demands Speed & Precision

The apparel and footwear industry operates on razor-thin margins and seasonal windows that leave zero room for shipping delays. With over $120 billion in annual US apparel imports, brands need a logistics partner who understands the urgency of getting products from port to shelf before trends shift.

New World Express specializes in handling high-volume, time-sensitive garment and footwear shipments. Our port-proximate warehouses, priority carrier relationships, and real-time inventory tracking ensure your merchandise arrives on time, every time — whether it's a container of sneakers or a mixed SKU fashion shipment.

  • $120B+

    Annual US
    Imports

  • 48hr

    Avg. Port-to-Warehouse

  • 15K+

    SKUs Managed Monthly

Trusted by 200+ Brands

Pain Points in Apparel Logistics

The apparel supply chain is uniquely complex. Here are the most common challenges brands face — and exactly what we solve.

  • Seasonal Time Pressure

    Miss a launch window by even a week and you risk markdowns, lost sales, and excess inventory. Fashion seasons wait for no one, making speed-to-market critical for profitability.

  • High SKU Complexity

    Apparel shipments involve thousands of SKUs across sizes, colors, and styles. Without precise sorting and labeling, fulfillment errors cascade into costly returns and dissatisfied customers.

  • Compliance & Labeling

    US Customs requires detailed fiber content declarations, country-of-origin labeling, and care instructions. Non-compliance results in holds, fines, and costly shipment delays at the port.

  • Demurrage & Detention Fees

    Congested ports and slow drayage can rack up hundreds of dollars per container per day. Without priority pickup, these hidden costs erode margins faster than any discount.

  • Overstock & Inventory Risk

    Poor demand forecasting combined with delayed shipments creates a perfect storm of overstock. Brands end up warehousing unsold inventory at significant carrying costs.

  • Lack of Visibility

    Many brands have zero real-time insight into where their containers are between port and warehouse. This blind spot makes planning, staffing, and customer communication nearly impossible.

End-to-End US Logistics, Tailored for You

Our integrated solution combines rapid container pickup, SKU-level inventory management, and nationwide delivery — purpose-built for fashion and footwear brands.

Full Container Direct Delivery with SKU Precision

We pick up your containers within 4 hours of vessel discharge, transport them to our Fontana warehouse — just 7 miles from the Port of LA — and sort, label, and stage your inventory by SKU, ready for immediate distribution to retail or e-commerce fulfillment centers.

  • Priority chassis and carrier access for 4-hour container pickup at LA/LB ports
  • SKU-level receiving,sorting,and inventory management with barcode scanning
  • Overstock protection with flexible warehousing and seasonal overflow capacity
  • Retail-ready packaging,ticketing,and compliance labeling services
  • Nationwide last-mile delivery to retail stores,DCs,and Amazon FBA centers

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Why Apparel Brands Choose New World

Our infrastructure, partnerships, and technology are purpose-built to handle the unique demands of fashion and footwear logistics at scale.

  • Instant Port Pickup

    4-hour average container pickup at LA/LB ports eliminates demurrage fees and accelerates your

  • 200K+ Sq Ft Warehouse

    Our Fontana facility handles 100+ containers daily with dedicated apparel zones, climate control, and pick-pack-ship capability.

  • 99% On-Time Rate

    Industry-leading on-time delivery rate backed by owned fleet, priority carrier partnerships, and real-time logistics orchestration.

  • ≤ 7 Miles from Port

    Our warehouse proximity minimizes drayage costs and transit time, giving you a critical advantage over inland competitors.

From Port to Shelf in 5 Steps

Our streamlined process is designed to minimize touchpoints, reduce handling time, and get your apparel to market faster than any competitor.

  • 1

    Container Pickup

    Priority 4-hour pickup at LA/LB ports with owned chassis fleet

  • 2

    Drayage Transport

    Direct haul to our Fontana warehouse, ≤ 7 miles from port

  • 3

    Receiving & Sorting

    SKU-level unloading, barcode scanning, and quality inspection

  • 4

    Labeling & Prep

    Retail-ready ticketing, packaging, and compliance labeling

  • 5

    Nationwide Delivery

    Nationwide Delivery
    FTL/LTL distribution to retail stores, DCs, or FBA centers

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Transportation & Warehousing Support

Our integrated service ecosystem ensures every link in your apparel supply chain is optimized for speed, cost-efficiency, and reliability.

Transparent, Data-Driven Apparel Logistics

Our proprietary logistics platform gives apparel brands complete visibility into every container, every SKU, and every delivery — from vessel discharge to final doorstep. No more blind spots, no more guesswork.

  • Real-Time GPS

    Track every container and vehicle 24/7 via platform or WeChat

  • Auto-Booking

    Automated container booking and chassis scheduling system

  • Full-Chain Visibility

    End-to-end tracking from port discharge to final delivery

  • Smart Alerts

    Proactive notifications for delays, arrivals, and exceptions

Live Dashboard

Access anytime, anywhere

Frequently Asked Questions

Get answers to common questions about our customized logistics services.

How quickly can you pick up my container after vessel discharge?
We average a 4-hour container pickup time from the Port of Los Angeles and Long Beach. Our priority carrier partnerships and owned chassis fleet give us preferential access, allowing us to retrieve your containers before demurrage charges begin — typically saving brands $300–$500 per container compared to standard drayage providers.
Do you provide multilingual support for Chinese-speaking brands?
We average a 4-hour container pickup time from the Port of Los Angeles and Long Beach. Our priority carrier partnerships and owned chassis fleet give us preferential access, allowing us to retrieve your containers before demurrage charges begin — typically saving brands $300–$500 per container compared to standard drayage providers.
Do you offer garment-on-hanger(GOH)storage and handling?
We average a 4-hour container pickup time from the Port of Los Angeles and Long Beach. Our priority carrier partnerships and owned chassis fleet give us preferential access, allowing us to retrieve your containers before demurrage charges begin — typically saving brands $300–$500 per container compared to standard drayage providers.
What happens if my shipment exceeds my warehouse allocation?
We average a 4-hour container pickup time from the Port of Los Angeles and Long Beach. Our priority carrier partnerships and owned chassis fleet give us preferential access, allowing us to retrieve your containers before demurrage charges begin — typically saving brands $300–$500 per container compared to standard drayage providers.
Can you deliver directly to Amazon FBA fulfillment centers?
We average a 4-hour container pickup time from the Port of Los Angeles and Long Beach. Our priority carrier partnerships and owned chassis fleet give us preferential access, allowing us to retrieve your containers before demurrage charges begin — typically saving brands $300–$500 per container compared to standard drayage providers.

Let's Talk About Your Logistics Needs

Whether you're shipping your first container or managing thousands per month, our team is ready to design a solution that fits your business perfectly.

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