Transportation Operations LINCS Practice Exam

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What type of shipping does Less-Than-Container Load (LCL) refer to?

A full container shipment
A shipment less than a complete container load
A shipment with hazardous materials
A shipment exceeding weight limits

The correct answer is: A shipment less than a complete container load

Less-Than-Container Load (LCL) specifically refers to a shipment that takes up less space than a full container load. This type of shipping is used when the cargo does not fill an entire shipping container, allowing multiple shippers to combine their freight into a single container. This approach is cost-effective for smaller shipments, as clients only pay for the portion of the container space that their goods occupy, rather than the entire container. In the context of global logistics, utilizing LCL shipping is advantageous for businesses that may not have enough goods to warrant a full container but still need shipping services. It also helps optimize shipping resources and reduce costs associated with shipping individual smaller packages.