How can LCL or FCL help your business?

You may already have heard the terms LCL and FCL in import and export contexts, after all, they are acronyms that refer to cargo transport frequently used in foreign trade. But what does it really mean and how can it help your business?

LCL (Less Container Load) l means less than a container load, in this mode of transport, the cargoes of different importers or exporters are loaded into the same container – also known as a consolidation shipment

Small loads should be considered for LCL shipping because it is not worthwhile paying for a full container when you do not have enough cargo to fill it. For the small and medium-sized importers, it is a way to make their import process more cost-effective.


Unlike LCL transport, another method of shipping containerized cargo is FCL (Full Container Load), which stands for fully loaded container with one load. As the name implies, in this model, there is enough cargo to fill a container, or if you want the cargo to be transported by itself, this may also be the case with hazardous cargoes which are not usually accepted for LCL movements.

The advantage of LCL shipping, shared load, is that you are not obliged to pay for the entire container space, but you need to only pay for the space your cargo occupies. However sometimes an LCL container may not be shipped immediately as the LCL operator needs to utilise as much space in the container as possible

Why Choose Groupage cargo transportation?

Groupage (LCL) cargo transportation is a relatively fast and cost-effective way of cargo transportation offered by Agora freight.

  • Only the weight and space that the cargo takes up in the container or truck are charged to the customers.

  • Groupage delivery is not limited to a single mode of transportation; the cargo can be transported by rail, road, or sea.

  • The total cost of the product is positively impacted by optimal transportation costs.


In accordance with the cargo criteria and online freight quotations, the Agora Freight system displays various routes and transit times for LCL shipment.

 

Finding the best deal for your LCL shipment does not need waiting for responses from various forwarders. Additionally, you can quickly and easily order online services for LCL transport through Agora Freight.


 

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