CASE STUDY

Powering Progress: Con Edison Modernizes Energy With Smarter Shipping

Download Now
Cover page for a case study titled Powering the City That Never Sleeps—How WWEX Group Helped Con Edison Modernize Energy, featuring a night view of the New York City skyline above a river, highlighting expertise in specialty shipping solutions.

Keeping the lights on in New York City is no small task. Con Edison, the primary energy provider for the city and Westchester County, needed an energy logistics partner to help manage one of its boldest infrastructure projects: deploying over 5 million smart meters across one of the busiest urban landscapes in the world.

As a trusted 3PL provider, WWEX Group and its family of brands delivered tailored freight shipping solutions that kept the project on track. From cross-border shipping to final mile delivery , WWEX Group powered Con Edison's ability to modernize its grid and provide reliable energy to millions.

Download the case study here!

Con Edison Shipping Challenges

Con Edison's large-scale rollout came with high stakes and tight timelines. The company needed a logistics partner to coordinate vendors, navigate regulations and overcome storage constraints while keeping shipments safe and on schedule.

Key challenges included:

  • Multi-vendor coordination: Equipment sourced from across the U.S., Mexico and Canada with shifting origin points.
  • Cross-border compliance: Clearance delays at the Mexico–U.S. border risked 30+ day hold times.
  • Warehousing solutions: Limited space in New York forced urgent overflow storage needs.
  • Reverse logistics: Faulty equipment required organized returns without disrupting timelines.
  • Final mile delivery: Urban congestion demanded precise staging and routing across NYC.
  • Hazmat shipping: Batteries within smart meters required certified carriers and full regulatory compliance.

WWEX Group Shipping Solutions

WWEX Group delivered customized solutions for this energy sector customer, helping Con Edison:

  • Reduce border clearance from 30+ days to 12.
  • Secure overflow storage for more than 20,000 units.
  • Streamline returns and coordinate final mile delivery across New York City.

Our ability to handle infrastructure logistics helped Con Edison meet tight deadlines while staying on budget.

WWEX Group Provides Complete Shipping and Logistics Solutions

At WWEX Group, we go beyond basic logistics. We combine trusted carrier relationships, advanced technology and decades of know-how to create solutions that fit each shipper's unique needs. That includes:

Partner with WWEX Group for energy logistics success!

Con Edison trusted WWEX Group to deliver on one of its largest modernization initiatives — and we delivered results that kept New York's energy grid running strong. As a trusted 3PL provider, WWEX Group and its family of brands, including Worldwide Express, combines the strength of our carrier network, advanced technology and decades of logistics experience to provide shippers with reliable, cost-effective solutions.

Download the full Con Edison Case Study to learn more. Ready to talk? Connect with us today for a free shipping consultation, and learn how we can support your next big project!

Publish Date: 07/15/2025