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Consolidator
A company that combines shipments from multiple shippers into one larger shipment.
Definition
A consolidator acts as an intermediary to aggregate shipments, reducing costs and maximizing freight efficiency.
Overview
Consolidators handle smaller shipments and merge them into full container loads, optimizing transport and reducing shipping fees.
Role
A company that combines shipments from multiple shippers into one larger shipment.
Focus
Consolidators handle smaller shipments and merge them into full container loads, optimizing transport and reducing shipping fees.
Example
An air freight consolidator collects parcels from multiple eCommerce sellers and ships them in one cargo plane.
FAQs
Q: Can you give an example of Consolidator?
A: An air freight consolidator collects parcels from multiple eCommerce sellers and ships them in one cargo plane.