Targeted use of general cargo (LCL) & full container loads (FCL)
Less guesswork, more predictability. You receive a clear classification of LCL and FCL, an assessment of the railroad and a short list of data for immediate checking of your relation.
Short decision in 30 seconds
- General cargo (LCL): Regularly small quantities, flexible with changing volumes, costs per m³ in shared containers
- Full container load (FCL): Full or almost full capacity utilization, fewer transshipments and fixed dates, usually cheaper per unit for large volumes
Tip: General cargo by rail is ideal from 1.2 m3, below that air freight or courier is often better.
free of charge & non-binding – response usually within 24 hours
Had enough of ping pong?
This contact person today, another one tomorrow. Then explain everything all over again. When things get dicey, nobody feels responsible? Not with us.
With TTS, you have a fixed contact person who provides transparent information, calls you back and actively manages your shipment. Your shipment stays on track and your head is clear.
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Data for efficient processing
Save time and money and send us this information:
- Relation: Place of departure China, destination EU
- Consignment: Quantity, dimensions (L×W×H), CBM, gross weight
- Goods & customs: goods description with HS codes, desired customs clearance
- Special goods: Liquids? Batteries? Certificates from China available?
- Incoterms: Incoterm, sender address for local cost clarification for EXW
- Swiss recipient: UID no., ZAZ account available?
- Documents: Packing list with exact weights & dimensions incl. packaging and commercial invoice with clear currency
Practical example (anonymized)
- Initial situation: Fluctuating weekly volumes from China to Europe, destination faster than sea and cheaper than air.
- Procedure: Start as general cargo (LCL) for regular volumes, hybrid solution with FCL for volume peaks.
- The result: predictable transit times, fewer turnarounds, stable costs.
Further added value from TTS: a dedicated contact person, transparent updates, customs as well as pre-carriage and onward carriage from a single source and the best solutions because we combine cleverly.
