Question 1

What is an NCB inspection?

Accepted Answer

An NCB inspection is an inspection conducted by National Cargo Bureau. Many shippers now require that Flat Racks be inspected prior to being loaded onto the vessel. Morris will handle all aspects of the inspection including scheduling.

Question 2

Is Morris a 'Bonded' facility?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Morris operates bonded warehouse capabilities and follows U.S. Customs procedures for bonded cargo handling and storage.

Question 3

Is Morris C-TPAT Certified?

Accepted Answer

Morris follows strict cargo security and compliance procedures. For current C-TPAT status and documentation requirements, please contact our team directly.

Question 4

Does Morris pack air freight?

Accepted Answer

Yes. We provide export packing and crating solutions suitable for air freight shipments, including weight-conscious and carrier-compliant packaging options.

Question 5

Does Morris have their own trucks?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Morris provides trucking and drayage support, including Port of Houston moves and specialized transport coordination for oversized cargo.

Question 6

Can Morris receive rail freight?

Accepted Answer

Yes, we can coordinate receiving for rail-delivered cargo. Contact operations in advance so unloading and scheduling requirements can be arranged.

Question 7

Can Morris pack Hazardous Materials?

Accepted Answer

Yes. We provide hazardous material packaging services with appropriate handling and documentation based on shipment class and destination requirements.

Question 8

Can Morris pack offsite at either a vendor facility or at the local area docks?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Our mobile teams can perform offsite packing at customer or vendor facilities and can also support packing activities at local dock locations when scheduled.

Question 9

Is Morris' wood IPPC compliant?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Morris uses ISPM-15 / IPPC-compliant heat-treated wood for export crating where required for international shipments.

Question 10

How long does it take to pack material once received?

Accepted Answer

Turnaround depends on cargo type, dimensions, and project scope. Standard jobs are often completed quickly; complex projects are scheduled with a detailed production timeline.

Question 11

Does Morris provide moisture-sensitive packing?

Accepted Answer

Yes. We offer moisture-control solutions including VCI materials, desiccants, barrier wrapping, and sealed protection systems for sensitive equipment.

Question 12

Do Morris offsite employees have TWIC cards?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Personnel assigned to applicable port and secure areas maintain required credentials, including TWIC, as needed for site access.

Question 13

What is a TWIC card and what is it used for?

Accepted Answer

A TWIC (Transportation Worker Identification Credential) card is a federal security credential required for unescorted access to secure maritime and port facilities.

Question 14

What are Morris' receiving hours?

Accepted Answer

Standard receiving is handled during normal business hours. For exact receiving windows and after-hours coordination, please contact our operations team before delivery.

Question 15

Does Morris have a secured facility?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Our facility uses controlled access and active security measures to protect customer cargo, equipment, and documentation.

Question 16

Compliance Bulletin: Price Transparency

Accepted Answer

Machine-readable file information for applicable price transparency requirements is available upon request. Contact our office for access details.