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Groupage services: Cost efficient transport for partial loads

Too large for a parcel, yet not enough for a full or part-truck load: our groupage services are designed to move even a single pallet efficiently and economically. With daily departures throughout Mexico and on key cross border lanes, your freight reaches its destination reliably and on time.

Groupage transport explained

Groupage transport, also referred to as consolidated freight, brings together smaller shipments from multiple customers at a central hub. These consignments are transported jointly and separated again at the destination hub for onward delivery. This process also includes coordination with domestic transport solutions within Mexico and cross‑border services where required.

By consolidating freight, we make optimal use of our transport capacity, even if your shipment consists of just one pallet. You benefit from flexible delivery options tailored to your shipment requirements, supported by reliable domestic distribution and cross-border connectivity.

Whether your shipment is domestic or international, our integrated road freight network across Mexico and major international routes ensures fast connections. Regardless of your location or shipment size, our local hubs connect your goods to customers more efficiently than ever before.

Your advantages with Rhenus in groupage transport

  • End‑to‑end network security
    Your goods remain within our own network, providing enhanced security for your general cargo.
  • Efficient routing at competitive rates
    Thanks to our extensive network across Mexico and global logistics hubs, we offer attractive pricing - independent of pallet count or final destination.
  • 24/7 shipment visibility
    Modern tracking technology allows you to monitor the status of your groupage shipments at any time.
  • Experience and network strength
    With over 100 years of logistics experience, we guarantee short transit times, fast turnaround and reliable transport connections across North and Central America. Our road freight network is one of the largest in the world, backed by a global network of more than 150 locations and a strong presence in Mexico.
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Your benefits

With daily departures and our integrated road freight network across Mexico and international routes, we ensure that your goods reach their destination quickly.

Consolidated shipments and optimized routes make groupage transport an environmentally friendly method of transport.

With regular departures and flexible scheduling, time-critical orders are handled efficiently and delivered on time.

From a single pallet to recurring shipments, our groupage solutions adapt to your volume requirements.

Value-added services for your groupage transport

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Customs clearance

For cross border groupage shipments – including movements between Mexico, the United States and Central America – our in house customs specialists handle all formalities. We ensure full compliance and preparation for every shipment. As an AEO certified company, we operate as an Authorized Economic Operator.

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Dangerous goods

Our certified dangerous goods officers at branch level ensure safe handling in line with NOM (Normas Oficiales Mexicanas)regulations. Responsibilities include staff training, shipment monitoring and adherence to international standards. Compliance is supported through SQAS (Safety and Quality Assessment for Sustainability).

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Priority services

Prioritized pickup and handling provide tailored solutions for urgent shipments of any size or weight. With a global network and experienced teams, we ensure punctual, secure deliveries while managing and monitoring each shipment from origin to destination.

Regional groupage solutions

Flexible freight consolidation across Asia

Rhenus offers reliable groupage solutions for shipments of all sizes across Asia. Our fleet ranges from small pickup vehicles to 45‑foot container trucks, operating on fixed schedules from collection to delivery, including consolidation and deconsolidation.

Supported by a strong domestic and cross‑border trucking network and strategically placed cross‑docking hubs, we deliver customized solutions that keep your freight moving safely and on time.

Our services include:

  • Domestic transport
  • Cross‑border trucking
  • Customs clearance
  • Dangerous goods transport

Contact us to learn more about freight consolidation in Asia.

Costsaving groupage freight across the Americas

Clear your dock faster and reduce costs by combining shipments through our consolidation services. Rhenus Group companies Rodair and Freight Logistics International act as your road freight specialists throughout the Americas, offering comprehensive services and real‑time tracking.

With strategically located facilities across the USA, Canada and South America, our experts are ready to support your logistics needs.

Service options:

  • Door‑to‑terminal
  • Door‑to‑door

Reliable freight consolidation throughout South Africa

Groupage transport is ideal for smaller consignments. Our nationwide cross‑docking centers collect freight from any location in South Africa and deliver it where needed, including proof of delivery for every shipment.

At World Net Logistics, a Rhenus Group member, experienced professionals manage all aspects of international freight forwarding, including documentation and legal requirements.

Discover our comprehensive overland groupage solutions by contacting us.

Your advantages:

  • Tailored capacity, frequency and cost solutions
  • Strategically located hubs for domestic and pan‑African distribution
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We deliver your goods safely and reliably

Our groupage specialists are ready to support you. Together, we develop the optimal solution for your transport requirements.

Frequently asked questions

Your shipment is collected and consolidated with other small consignments at a hub. The combined freight is transported together to a destination hub, where shipments are separated and delivered individually. This shared transport approach reduces costs and environmental impact.

FTL (full-truck load) uses an entire vehicle for one shipment. LTL (less than truck load) partially fills a truck with multiple shipments, usually without hub transfers. Groupage transport also consolidates shipments but typically involves hub to hub transfers for greater network efficiency.

Our groupage network across Mexico and international routes is built for speed and reliability. Regular transport connections ensure short, predictable transit times, helping your goods arrive on schedule and in excellent condition.