Who says shipping smaller volume of ocean freight volumes through "less than container loads" (LCL) costs more? Ask your Melbourne customs broker and you'll be surprised with the many benefits it could bring to your business. Don't be left behind. Read on to learn more about its advantages.
Top 3 reasons why LCL remains the best option for small to medium industries
Clearer freight cost allocation
Estimating your freight cost is made easier with LCL because order amounts are easily calculated using cubic meter size. This allows you to efficiently allocate your freight cost prior to shipment.
Loading and unloading control and flexibility
The small order sizes enabled by LCL not only reduce inventory investment, they also give you control flexibility. You are given options to pick up and drop off your cargo directly from the warehouse where the containers are loaded and unloaded. With the option of not having to deal with a middleman, you can save more on your freight costs.
Convenient cargo delivery options for smaller importers
Many smaller importers don’t have the capacity to receive FCL’s at their premises. With LCL, your cargo can be delivered on smaller trucks for a more convenient access.
Should I use LCL as an option when moving goods?
According to many expert Melbourne customs brokers, you should choose LCL when moving goods if you are any of these businesses, industries and communities:
Small and mid-size businesses
Small and middle sized businesses may not have the volume to fill a full load, but they most certainly need a shipping option that could deliver their orders and product on time. LCL option makes this possible as they can easily have their items shipped without missing delivery deadlines.
Industries venturing into new markets
Businesses venturing into new markets would have smaller volume of ocean freight to move to and from Australia. With minimal finances and initially smaller market reach, these industries would look for low cost freight forwarding options that would give them the flexibility to move their goods. LCL delivers the solution they are looking for.
Online retailers and e-commerce industries
Modern technology has given birth to a new community of customers - online shoppers. With daily orders received by online retailers, they seek of the best options that could deliver their items fast and efficiently. As you have guessed, LCL is the cost alternative solution for them to keep their customers happy and satisfied.
Specialised industries
Industries such as automotive, oil and gas, chemicals, and e-commerce industries occasionally require certain products be shipped to and from Australia. Rather than move it through air freight and spend more on shipment, many has chosen LCL as a better option.
Students studying abroad and families moving into Australia
With most of its major cities featured as the best cities to live in the world, Australia is one of the most popular destinations to migrate and study. Individuals who do decide to move would want their personal effects to shipped at an affordable rate. The most obvious solution - LCL.
O'Brien Melbourne customs broker helps industries with low cost and efficient LCL options.
"With more industries seeking low cost yet reliable and speedy delivery of goods, O’Brien takes pride with its innovative LCL options. We are a platinum member of the Global Logistics Network (GLN) and provide the best selection of seafreight services at very competitive rates on all trade routes." - Shane O’Brien, Managing Director
O'Brien Customs and Freight Forwarding Pty Ltd has been delivering LCL services to various industries since 1996. Our Melbourne customs brokers have the skills and expertise to provide the most cost effective and efficient shipping solutions for your needs. Talk to us for any of your shipping requirements.