Less than Container Load (LCL) is a shipping method used when a shipment doesn’t fill an entire container. Instead of paying for a full container, multiple shippers share space in one container, making it cost-effective for small shipments. Freight forwarders consolidate various LCL shipments and handle logistics. LCL is ideal for small businesses, startups, or individuals with limited cargo. Though it’s budget-friendly, it may take longer due to handling at multiple points. LCL is commonly used

In an LCL (Less than Container Load) shipment, you are only paying for the space you use inside the container. The remaining space is filled with cargo from other shippers. Here’s how the payment works: Who Pays for the Remaining Empty Space? The freight forwarder or consolidator is responsible for filling the container with shipments from multiple customers. • If the container is not fully filled, the consolidator bears the cost, not you as the shipper. • You only pay for the volume (CBM - cubi