The logistics dictionary

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On Board Couriers (OBC)

An Onboard Courier (OBC) moves small packages and documents on scheduled passenger flights. These are available around the clock, 7 days a week, 365 days per year. It is one of the fastest modes of cargo Transportation and is also known […]

Open (topped) rail wagon

Railway goods wagons designed primarily for the Transportation of Bulk Goods that are not moisture-retentive and can usually be tipped, dumped or shovelled. Disclaimer Our content is not in any way legal advice or binding. The information provided by might […]

Open Hopper wagon

Open cars/wagons are used for commodities such as coal, which can get wet and dry out with less harmful effect. Self-discharging using gravity-unloading. Disclaimer Our content is not in any way legal advice or binding. The information provided by might […]

Order Cut-off Time

This represents the cut-off time for an order to be released for pick, pack, ship, in order for it to be shipped that day. Disclaimer Our content is not in any way legal advice or binding. The information provided by […]