Shared-container shipping for smaller volumes

Shared-container shipping for smaller volumes, billed by space used.

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Small to mid-size retail and e-commerce shipments

Sample and trial order shipments

Businesses shipping smaller, frequent volumes

Overview

LCL consolidation combines your cargo with other shippers’ goods in a shared container, so you pay for the space you use.

What this service includes

Cargo consolidation at origin warehouse

Space booking within shared containers

Deconsolidation and delivery at destination

Documentation for consolidated cargo

Coordination with destination warehousing if required

Key benefits

Lower cost for shipments that don't fill a container

Access to regular sailing schedules without waiting to fill a box

Flexible for growing or fluctuating order volumes

No need to commit to full container capacity

Cargo & shipment types

Small to mid-size retail and e-commerce shipmentsSample and trial order shipmentsBusinesses shipping smaller, frequent volumesMixed-cargo shipments from multiple suppliers

FAQ

Common questions about lcl consolidation

LCL is generally priced by cubic volume (or weight, whichever is greater).

LCL involves consolidation and deconsolidation, which can add time compared to a direct FCL move.

Yes, this is a common use of LCL consolidation for buyers sourcing from several suppliers at once.

Shared-container shipping for smaller volumes

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Overview

What this service includes

Key benefits

Cargo & shipment types

Common questions about lcl consolidation

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