Transload
The process of transferring freight from one mode of transportation or container to another at an intermediate point. Transloading typically occurs at a warehouse or cross-dock where goods are moved from an ocean container into domestic trailers, or from rail to truck. It allows shippers to optimize transportation costs by using the most efficient mode for each segment of the journey.
Detailed Explanation
The process of transferring freight from one mode of transportation or container to another at an intermediate point. Transloading typically occurs at a warehouse or cross-dock where goods are moved from an ocean container into domestic trailers, or from rail to truck. It allows shippers to optimize transportation costs by using the most efficient mode for each segment of the journey.
Example
An importer transloads goods from a 40-foot ocean container into two 53-foot dry van trailers at a warehouse near the port, allowing faster inland distribution using domestic carriers.
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