FTL is for shipments that require the entire available space of a truck. Your goods stay in one truck from your starting point to your destination, without changing hands or housing. Once your shipment is packed, it will not move until it’s unpacked. FTL services are ideal for businesses looking for exclusive space to move high value, high-risk items or heavy haul items across long distances, especially in bulk. FTL is also used for smaller shipments that have a higher risk of damage. FTL transport requires less handling on route, so there are fewer chances of mishandling and damages.

FCL means that the whole container is intended for one shipper. You do not necessarily have to completely fill the container – even if you cannot use every square metre, it may still be the cheaper method.

Usually, if you have 12 pallets or more, FCL freight is likely to be the better solution. If you have large amounts of fragile goods, you might want to choose an FCL solution.