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Less-than-container loads (LCL) are a cost-effective and reliable solution for transporting smaller shipments. Our LCL services reduce costs while giving you the flexibility, efficiency and reliability you need. Our tailor-made solutions guarantee a smooth and hassle-free process.
LCL enables you to scale your business without the limitations of full-container loads. Whether you are a small, mid-sized or multinational company, LCL lets you sell and ship smaller quantities and adjust to market demand. We also offer convenient goods collection and delivery through our Rhenus road network, along with warehousing services which are all seamlessly provided without relying on third-party providers.
Reliable transit times and punctual delivery to any location worldwide thanks to optimized processes and stable schedules.
We maintain control over the entire supply chain with available space, pickups and schedules.
We offer full transparency about our service with no hidden costs and visibility of your shipment across the supply chain. Through our web portal, you can track deliveries in real time and reduce the risk of potential issues.
Whether you ship regularly or need extra services to meet your unique needs, we’ve got you covered with personalized products and customized transport solutions.
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Our LCL consolidation service enables you to lower your emissions by up to 50 percent compared to diesel vehicles on routes between Europe and China, without any additional cost. Rhenus provides special rates and support for every sustainable journey.
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LCL stands for “less-than-container load” and refers to sea freight shipments that do not completely fill a container. Several shipments from different customers are combined into one load, creating cost benefits. This enables shippers with smaller freight volumes to take advantage of container shipments without needing to fill a full container.
In contrast to LCL, FCL stands for “full-container load” and means the shipper has enough freight to fill an entire container and use it exclusively. The shipper rents the full container for its own goods, ensuring exclusive use regardless of how much cargo space is used.
LCL prioritizes direct transport and optimal routing with as few stops as possible. Transit times can be affected by factors such as crowded ports, container shortages, truck driver shortages or detours caused by unforeseen events. Nevertheless, LCL shipping is regarded as highly reliable due to its preferential handling by transport companies.
There is no size limit for general cargo as long as it fits into a standard container. FCL may, however, be the cheaper option if your shipment exceeds a certain volume. Not all goods can be shipped via LCL, such as perishable goods, live animals and plants, valuables like jewelry or raw materials such as gold or platinum, personal items, foreign exchange and securities, tobacco and cigarettes, vehicles, weapons, ammunition and specific classes of dangerous goods. If you are unsure which option is right for you, please contact us for further clarification.
The state-of-the-art gateway includes 13,000 square meters of warehouse space for container and truck handling, complete with full CCTV surveillance and geo-tracking, and offers more than 60 direct and indirect services to 27 EU countries, ensuring full transparency for you. Located in the heart of European industry, it provides faster transit times from exporters to importers and easy access to industrial regions in Germany, Austria, Switzerland, the Czech Republic, Slovakia, France, Belgium and the Netherlands, connecting seamlessly with our extensive European trucking network.
We aim to meet your requirements as efficiently as possible.
