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Less Than Container Load (LCL) is a shipping method where goods from multiple customers are combined in one container, allowing for cost-effective transportation when a shipment does not fill a full container.
LCL shipping is ideal for businesses that don’t have enough cargo to fill an entire container, as it allows for sharing container space with other shipments. This method reduces shipping costs by consolidating smaller shipments into one container, making it a popular choice for international logistics. In 3PL (third-party logistics), LCL helps optimize freight and provides flexibility to businesses with varying shipment sizes.
LCL works by combining your shipment with others in the same container, allowing you to pay only for the portion of the container you use. This is beneficial to your business because it reduces the cost of shipping small loads, allowing for more frequent shipments without the need for a full container load.
LCL is a flexible and cost-effective solution for businesses with fluctuating shipment sizes, ensuring that your goods are transported efficiently and at a lower cost.
Buske Logistics is a Top 40 3PL with over 35 warehouses across North America, specializing in warehousing, transportation, and value-added services. We provide tailored logistics solutions serving major Fortune 500 companies.
LCL shipping is important in logistics because it provides cost savings for smaller shipments by only charging for the space used in a container rather than the whole container. This method helps businesses that don't require a full container avoid the high costs of shipping excess space, making international shipping more affordable and accessible.
For example, if your business is shipping a small quantity of goods from the US to Europe, you can share the space in a container with other shipments, lowering your shipping costs and still benefiting from efficient transportation. This flexibility is especially valuable for small and medium-sized businesses looking to expand their international reach without committing to larger shipments.
