Transportation

Transportation

Any mode or method of locomotion that serves to move people, goods or services from one location to another.

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consolidation

Transportation; Shipping

Cargo containing shipments of two or more shippers or suppliers. Containerload shipments may be consolidated for one or more consignees, often in containerload quantities.

master inbound

Transportation; Shipping

U.S. Customs’ automated program under AMS. It allows for electronic reporting of inbound (foreign) cargoes in the U.S.

windy booking

Transportation; Shipping

A freight booking made by a shipper or freight forwarder to reserve space but not actually having a specific cargo at the time the booking is made. Carriers often overbook a ...

entry

Transportation; Shipping

Customs documents required to clear an import shipment for entry into the general commerce of a country.

rag top

Transportation; Shipping

A slang term for an open–top trailer or container with a tarpaulin cover.

consolidator

Transportation; Shipping

A person or firm performing a consolidation service for others. The consolidator takes advantage of lower full carload (FCL) rates, and passes on the savings to shippers.