Transportation
Consolidator
A company that combines shipments from multiple shippers into one larger shipment.
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Updated 2025-10-01
Definition
A consolidator acts as an intermediary to aggregate shipments, reducing costs and maximizing freight efficiency.
Overview
Overview
Consolidators handle smaller shipments and merge them into full container loads, optimizing transport and reducing shipping fees.
Functions
- Collect shipments from multiple sources
- Combine into a single container
- Coordinate delivery to destination
Example
An air freight consolidator collects parcels from multiple eCommerce sellers and ships them in one cargo plane.
Tags
#Consolidator#Shipping#Freight#Logistics
Related Terms
Consolidated Shipping
Freight Forwarder
Cargo Insurance
