LCL — Less than Container Load

Ship only the space you need

LCL (less than container load) shipping consolidates your cargo with other shipments heading to the same destination, so you only pay for the container space your goods actually use.

Common use cases

Who uses lcl shipping

  • Shippers with cargo that does not fill a full container
  • Individuals shipping barrels, boxes, or household goods
  • Small businesses shipping smaller commercial orders
  • Anyone looking for a cost-conscious ocean freight option

The process

How it works

  1. 01

    Goods received at the warehouse

    Your cargo arrives at our origin warehouse and is logged against your shipment.

  2. 02

    Measurement and processing

    Cargo is measured, weighed, and prepared for consolidation.

  3. 03

    Consolidation

    Your shipment is consolidated into a shared container with other LCL cargo heading to the same destination.

  4. 04

    Ship, track, and receive

    The consolidated container ships by ocean freight, and your cargo is separated out for pickup or delivery on arrival.

Benefits

Why choose our lcl shipping

  • A cost-conscious alternative to booking a full container
  • Practical for smaller and irregular shipment volumes
  • The same shipment visibility as a full container booking
  • Works well for both personal and commercial cargo

Get started

Ready to ship with LCL Shipping?

Tell us about your shipment and our team will follow up with a quote tailored to your cargo.