Full Truckload Shipping (FTL) refers to the transport of goods that can fill an entire truck or a semi-trailer. It typically involves the shipment of large volumes of cargo, where the freight takes up all the available space or meets the maximum weight limit of a trailer. FTL shipments are usually used when businesses have enough products to fill an entire truck, want faster shipping times, or have high-priority cargo. Since the truck carries only one shipment, it goes directly from the pickup to the destination without stops for other pickups or drop-offs, making it generally faster than Less Than Truckload (LTL) shipping.
Pickup location: Full address, contact person, contact phone number, and any special instructions.
Delivery location: Full address, contact person, contact phone number, and any special instructions.
Description of goods: Nature of the products, whether they are hazardous, require special handling, etc.
Weight: Total weight of the cargo.
Volume or Dimensions: Size of the cargo in terms of length, width, and height.
Packaging: How the items are packaged (pallets, crates, boxes, etc.) and if any special handling or equipment is needed (e.g., temperature control, fragile).
Description of goods: Nature of the products, whether they are hazardous, require special handling, etc.
Weight: Total weight of the cargo.
Volume or Dimensions: Size of the cargo in terms of length, width, and height.
Packaging: How the items are packaged (pallets, crates, boxes, etc.) and if any special handling or equipment is needed (e.g., temperature control, fragile).
Declared value of the goods: This will help in determining the insurance coverage.
Insurance requirements: Any specific insurance coverage needed beyond basic liability.
Type of truck or trailer required: Standard trailer, refrigerated trailer, flatbed, etc.
Special equipment: Liftgate, pallet jack, etc.
Temperature control: For perishable or temperature-sensitive goods.
Hazmat or other certifications: For transporting hazardous materials.
Special handling: Fragile goods, high-value goods, or any items requiring specific care.
Especially if the shipment is crossing borders or requires special road permits due to size or weight.
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