Get to know the vital terms of Logistics and Supply Chain Management.
A full truckload is a mode of shipping where, in a single vehicle, a shipment is transported from one location to another without sharing the space of the shipment with other customers. It is suitable for companies that have enough freight to fill a truck or desire to have an exclusive truck for their cargo. FTL ensures the load is a complete truckload; therefore, this service is mostly utilized when shipment volumes are large or more current.
FTL is the cheapest option if the shipment quantity is enough to fill up the entire truck. Companies pay for one truck and therefore do not divide the costs with other shippers. This can offer a lower per-unit cost for higher shipment quantities.
Service FT is better than Less-than-Truckload shipping because it increases the size and weight of shipments without any breakdown into smaller loads. This makes FTL fit well in the transport of bulky and high-volume items because the requirements of the item are not a problem as in the case of LTL shipping.
FTL shipments move in a straight line from the origin to the destination without making any stops for loading or unloading other shipments. This will, therefore eliminate transit time, and the shipment will get to its destination at a faster rate, especially in cases of time-sensitive shipments.
Generally, fewer touchpoints along the route mean less handling and automatically reduce the risk of damage, loss, or theft. Therefore, this is a good mode for sensitive and fragile goods, high-value commodities, or high-priority shipments.
FTL is the most suitable shipping alternative for companies that have to transport large quantities of goods in a short period, with total security. It provides clients with maximum leverage on the transport process so that shipment will be on time at the destination and without damage.
FTL shipping is pretty efficient if it’s a large shipment or in urgent condition. In full truckload shipping, there are advantages such as saving cost, high transit time, and fewer safety concerns when shipping.