FCL Freight
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LCL Freight
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CONTAINER
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when the entire container is leased, and used by a single shipper it is FCL container shipping. |
when multiple shippers use the same container, and each pays for the space they occupy |
SHIPMENT WEIGHT
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If you have a large or heavy shipment, FCL logistics will likely be your best option |
if you have a small or light shipment, LCL transportation might be the way to go |
COST
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FCL cargo is more expensive |
usually more cost-effective than FCL shipment. |
PROMISING
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won’t have to worry about your shipment being damaged or lost in transit |
LCL in shipping terms is less promising |
CONTROL
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more control over the shipping schedule |
LCL container shipping may take longer to reach its destination. |
DESTINATION
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If you’re shipping to a remote location, FCL shipment might be your only option |
it’s unlikely that there will be enough LCL shipments going to the particular remote location to fill an LCL container. |