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Choosing the Right Road Freight: Groupage vs. LTL vs. FTL
Explore the different types of road freight and how they compare in terms of costs, admin and transit times.
Road Freight Options
Groupage: Cost-effective option for smaller shipments (1-6 pallets). Goods are consolidated with other shipments in a single truck.
Less Than Truckload (LTL): Ideal for medium-sized shipments (6-12 pallets). Your goods share truck space with other shipments but are kept separate.
Full Truckload (FTL): Best for large shipments (12+ pallets). You have exclusive use of the entire truck, offering faster delivery and increased security.
Expedited LTL: Faster LTL service for urgent deliveries, often with fewer stops and prioritized handling.
Partial Truckload: A hybrid between LTL and FTL, used when your shipment is too big for LTL but doesn't fill a whole truck. You pay for the portion of the truck you use.
Interactive Road Freight Guide: Find Your Ideal Shipping Solution
Answer a few quick questions to determine the optimal road freight option for your needs:
1. Approximately how many pallets does your shipment contain?
Different types of road freight compared
| Type | Cost | Speed | Shipment Size | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Groupage | Most cost-effective | Slower (multiple stops) | 1-6 pallets | Ideal for small shipments, consolidated with others |
| Less Than Truckload (LTL) | Cost-effective for medium shipments | Moderate (some consolidation) | 6-12 pallets | Shared truck space, good for regular shipments |
| Full Truckload (FTL) | Most expensive | Fastest (direct delivery) | 12+ pallets | Exclusive use of truck, ideal for large or urgent shipments |
| Expedited LTL | More expensive than standard LTL | Faster than standard LTL | 6-12 pallets | Prioritized handling for urgent LTL shipments |
| Partial Truckload | Between LTL and FTL | Can be faster than LTL | Varies (too big for LTL, not enough for FTL) | Pay for the portion of the truck used |
How Container Ports Work
Who is responsible for setting container standards?
The primary body responsible for determining standard container sizes is the International Organization for Standardization (ISO). They have established a series of standards, specifically ISO 668, that define the dimensions and specifications for different types of shipping containers.
These standards ensure that containers can be efficiently handled, transported, and interchanged across different modes of transport (ships, trucks, trains) and different countries. This standardization has been crucial for the globalization of trade.
While ISO sets the standards, individual manufacturers might have slight variations within those standards. However, the core dimensions remain consistent to ensure compatibility across the global supply chain.
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