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Groupage transport: Smarter, cost-efficient shipping tailored to your needs

Make small shipments simple with our groupage freight solution. Even for single pallets, enjoy cost-effective delivery across North America backed by reliable daily departures and proven consolidation methods.

Groupage freight at a glance

For Groupage transport, or consolidated shipping, we merge smaller shipments from multiple customers at a central hub to enable efficient, combined transport. At the destination hub, each consignment is handled and forwarded individually. This ensures optimal use of our transport capacities – even if your shipment consists of just a single pallet.

You benefit from flexible delivery options, not only in terms of the delivery date but also through selectable time windows, including our Premium, Classic, and Fix services.

Whether you require national or international transport, you can rely on fast and reliable delivery with our groupage service. Regardless of your location or the number of pallets, our local hubs connect your goods to your customers quickly and efficiently.

Why choose Rhenus for your groupage transport

  • Secure network control – Your cargo moves safely within our dedicated North American logistics network
  • Cost-effective routing – Competitive rates for 1+ pallets across the U.S., Canada and Mexico;
  • Real-time 24/7 tracking – Full shipment visibility through advanced monitoring tools;
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Your benefits with groupage freight

Fast, reliable delivery with daily departures across the U.S., Canada and Mexico for consolidated shipments.

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

Ensure on-time delivery with our groupage freight solutions. Daily departures and reliable schedules keep your time-critical cargo moving without delay.

From single pallets to regular consolidated shipments, our groupage freight service ensures reliable transport across North America.

Maintain complete visibility of your deliveries with our advanced tracking tools. Transparent pricing across North America guarantees full cost clarity – no hidden fees or surprises.

Value-added services for your groupage shipping

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Customs clearance

For cross-border shipments, our in-house experts handle all customs clearance. Fully compliant with U.S. regulations, including CTPAT certification, your consolidated cargo moves across borders securely and efficiently.

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Dangerous goods

Transport hazardous materials safely. Our expert team manages handling, documentation and oversight to ensure your groupage shipments move securely and compliantly.

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Priority services

Keep your cargo on schedule with our groupage service. With accelerated pickups, customized care and continuous shipment visibility, your standard, sensitive or high-value goods stay on track from origin to destination.

Reliable groupage freight solutions for your business

Looking for an efficient way to move goods across North America? Our groupage transport solutions ensure your supply chain runs smoothly. With strategically placed hubs and robust cross-border routes, your consolidated cargo will arrive faster while reducing costs and delays.

Our network provides shorter transit times, dependable service and end-to-end visibility across the United States, Canada and Mexico, ensuring your business stays on track and within budget.

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Need to ship smaller loads efficiently?

Let our groupage transport experts plan your ideal solution – safe, fast and cost-effective.

Frequently asked questions

First, we collect your groupage shipment and consolidate it with multiple smaller shipments from different customers at one hub for joint transportation to another hub. Once at the destination hub, the consignments are then forwarded individually. This efficient solution allows you to share trucks with other businesses to your point of destination, reducing transportation costs and minimizing environmental impact.

FTL (full-truck-load) means using the entire truck for a single shipment. On the other hand, LTL (less-than-truck-load) means the truck is only partially filled. To maximize efficiency, multiple LTL shipments are combined in one truck. Unlike groupage transport, LTL freight is not usually transferred between different hubs. Instead, the truck makes direct stops at various loading and unloading points along its route.

With supply chains becoming even tighter around the world, getting your goods from A to B as quickly as possible is crucial for most businesses. That is why our groupage network across North America has been designed around efficiency, so that most shipments can be delivered within short and reliable lead times. Our daily connections ensure that your goods reach their destination on time and in good condition.