Cargo Handling & Processing Services
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Efficient Cargo Handling from
Arrival to Dispatch
PLP provides professional cargo handling and processing services for containers, palletized cargo, general cargo, bulk-packed cargo, vehicles, and special cargo moving through Poti, Georgia.
From lift-on/lift-off and cross-docking to sorting, repacking, labeling, and outbound dispatch, our terminal helps cargo move faster, safer, and with better operational control.
Cargo handling built around real logistics needs
Every cargo flow is different. Some shipments arrive in containers and need to be stored. Others must be unloaded from trucks, sorted, labeled, repacked, consolidated, or quickly transferred to another transport mode.
PLP is designed to support these practical terminal operations. Our services help importers, exporters, freight forwarders, traders, industrial companies, and cargo owners manage cargo movement with better control, speed, and visibility.
From standard container handling to more complex cross-docking and cargo processing, our team prepares each operation according to the cargo type, handling requirements, customs status, volume, timing, and onward transport plan.
Inbound Cargo Handling
PLP receives and handles cargo arriving by truck, container, rail-connected operation, or port-related movement.
Inbound handling may include unloading, lift-on/lift-off, registration, placement in the yard or warehouse, transfer to storage, customs-controlled positioning, or preparation for further processing.
This service is suitable for:
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Import cargo arriving for storage or customs procedures;
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Containers arriving for terminal processing;
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Palletized cargo requiring unloading;
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Cargo arriving for cross-docking or consolidation;
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Vehicles or general cargo arriving for temporary storage or onward movement.
Outbound Cargo Dispatch
PLP supports the organized dispatch of cargo from the terminal to the next stage of its journey.
Outbound operations may include loading cargo onto trucks, preparing containers for release, dispatching cargo from storage, coordinating loading sequence, and supporting the physical transfer of cargo toward road, rail, warehouse, port, or customer destination.
This service is useful when cargo is ready for:
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Delivery to final destination;
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Port transfer;
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Truck dispatch;
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Rail-connected movement;
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Export preparation;
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Release after customs procedures;
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Collection by customer or appointed carrier.
Container Lift-On / Lift-Off Operations
PLP provides container handling services for both full and empty containers.
Our terminal can support standard container operations including receiving, placing, moving, and dispatching containers within the terminal area.
Services may include:
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20 ft container handling;
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40 ft container handling;
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Full container lift-on/lift-off;
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Empty container lift-on/lift-off;
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Container transfer between truck, yard, storage area, and dispatch point;
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Container handling linked to cross-docking or onward delivery.
This service is especially important for customers who need a reliable terminal location near Poti for container storage, processing, transfer, or connection to wider logistics routes.
Palletized Cargo Handling
PLP handles palletized cargo according to weight, packaging type, and operational requirements.
Palletized cargo may be unloaded, moved into storage, sorted, inspected, consolidated, or loaded for onward dispatch.
This service is suitable for:
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Commercial goods;
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Industrial goods;
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Consumer products;
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Packaged cargo;
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Warehouse cargo;
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Mixed shipments;
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Cargo requiring temporary storage or sorting.
Where necessary, PLP can combine pallet handling with warehousing, customs support, labeling, inspection, or point-to-point delivery coordination.
Cross-Docking & Cargo Transfer
Cross-docking is one of the most practical services for clients who need cargo transferred quickly from one transport unit to another without long-term storage.
At PLP, cross-docking can support cargo movement between:
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Truck and truck;
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Truck and container;
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Container and truck;
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Truck and warehouse;
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Warehouse and truck;
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Terminal yard and dispatch vehicle;
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Port-connected transport and terminal handling.
Cross-docking is useful when cargo needs to move faster, avoid unnecessary storage, consolidate shipments, or prepare for another transport mode.
PLP’s tariff file specifically includes cross-docking and cross-docking via hangars as part of the handling and processing service group, confirming that this is one of the terminal’s core commercial services.
Repacking, Labeling & Sorting
Cargo often requires additional processing before it can continue to its destination. PLP supports practical cargo preparation services such as repacking, labeling, and sorting.
These services may be required when:
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Cargo packaging needs adjustment;
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Goods must be prepared for customs or customer requirements;
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Cases, bags, big bags, bottles, or cans need labeling;
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Mixed cargo needs to be separated;
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Cargo must be organized by order, destination, consignee, or product group;
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Additional sorting is required before storage or dispatch.
This service helps customers reduce operational complexity and prepare cargo correctly before the next logistics stage.
Bulk-Packed and Big Bag Cargo Handling
PLP can support handling of bulk-packed cargo and cargo moved in big bags or other packed formats, subject to cargo type, safety requirements, handling method, and prior operational confirmation.
This may include cargo that requires unloading, storage, sorting, transfer, or dispatch as part of a controlled terminal process.
For non-standard or heavy cargo flows, PLP reviews the cargo details case by case to confirm the safest and most efficient handling plan.
Special Cargo Handling
Some cargo requires additional care, planning, or operational control.
PLP may support special handling for cargo such as:
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Refrigerated cargo, subject to operational availability and prior confirmation;
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Hazardous cargo, subject to acceptance, documentation, safety rules, and regulatory requirements;
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Oversized or non-standard cargo;
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Heavy cargo;
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Cargo requiring inspection, surveillance, or special dispatch planning.
Special cargo handling is always reviewed individually based on cargo documentation, dimensions, weight, packaging, risk profile, customs status, and handling requirements.
Why Choose PLP for Cargo Handling
1 / One terminal, multiple cargo operations
PLP allows customers to combine handling, storage, warehousing, customs support, weighing, inspection, documentation, and delivery coordination in one location.
2 / Flexible handling for different cargo types
From containers and pallets to general cargo, big bags, vehicles, and oversized cargo, PLP can support different handling scenarios based on the cargo flow.
3 / Customs-bonded terminal advantage
Cargo requiring customs-controlled storage or documentation support can be handled within a bonded terminal environment, reducing unnecessary movements between external locations.
4 / Road, rail, and port-connected logistics
PLP’s location in Poti allows cargo to connect with road routes, rail-linked operations, port-related movements, and regional logistics corridors.
5 / Professional and secure operation
PLP’s handling services are supported by trained personnel, controlled access, terminal procedures, security monitoring, and operational planning.
How the process works
1. Send cargo details
Share cargo type, volume, weight, packaging, dimensions, customs status, origin, destination, and required service.
4. Cargo arrives at PLP
The terminal team receives the cargo and performs the agreed handling, processing, storage, or transfer operations.
2. PLP reviews handling requirements
Our team checks the cargo flow, equipment needs, storage requirements, documentation, safety considerations, and operational timing.
5. Cargo is dispatched or stored
Depending on your request, cargo is released, stored, cross-docked, transferred, or prepared for onward movement.
3. We prepare the service plan
PLP confirms the suitable handling method, service package, estimated timing, and commercial terms.
Need to handle, transfer, sort, or dispatch cargo in Poti?
Send us your cargo details and our team will prepare a personalized service offer based on the cargo type, volume, handling method, storage needs, customs status, and operational timeline.
