Moji Logistics in Buffalo, NY offers LTL (Less-than-Truckload) shipping. In the context of the U.S. and Canada, LTL shipping refers to a freight transportation method where shipments from multiple customers are combined into a single truckload.
Instead of a single business paying for and occupying an entire truck (which would be FTL, or Full Truckload shipping), LTL allows businesses to pay only for the portion of the trailer space that their freight occupies.
Key Points of LTL Shipping
- Shipping Smaller Loads – LTL is ideal for shipments that are too large for standard parcel services (like FedEx Ground or UPS) but don’t require the entire space of a standard 48- or 53-foot truck trailer. LTL shipments typically range from 150 to 15,000 pounds and are often palletized.
- Consolidation and Efficiency – LTL carriers consolidate shipments from various businesses onto one truck, optimizing the use of trailer space. This method promotes efficiency and cost-effectiveness by reducing the number of trucks on the road and minimizing environmental impact.
- North-bound Customs Consolidation – We can consolidate your pallets and parcels in into one shipment, rather individual shipments in order to clear customs only one time. This saves you time and money.
- Network and Hub-and-Spoke System – LTL carriers typically operate using a hub-and-spoke model. Freight is picked up from shippers and transported to local terminals (spokes). From there, it’s moved to a central distribution center or hub, where it’s sorted and reloaded onto trucks heading towards similar destinations. Finally, local drivers from the destination terminal deliver the freight to the recipients.
- Cost-Effectiveness – Because multiple shippers share the cost of the truck, LTL shipping is generally more economical for smaller loads than FTL shipping. Shipping costs are typically determined by factors such as the space used, the classification of the freight, and the pickup and delivery locations.
- Cross-Border Shipping between the US and Canada – LTL services are widely available for shipments traveling throughout the United States and Canada, allowing businesses to access new markets and reach customers across both countries.
- Benefits for Businesses – LTL shipping is particularly beneficial for small businesses, e-commerce companies, and those with fluctuating shipping needs, as it provides flexibility, cost savings, and access to a broad transportation network without the need to fill an entire truck.