# Additional Shipment

*Last updated: 2026-06-08*

> An additional shipment is a supplementary goods delivery dispatched in parallel with or shortly after an original shipment.

An additional shipment is a supplementary goods delivery dispatched in parallel with or shortly after an original shipment. It addresses excess demand, backlog catch-up, or urgent orders placed at short notice, ensuring uninterrupted supply chain flow. Freight forwarders regularly encounter these when consignees place follow-up orders or shippers require capacity expansion mid-process.

**Source:** [https://www.logisticsglossary.com/term/additional-shipment](https://www.logisticsglossary.com/term/additional-shipment)

## Quick Facts

| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Term | Additional Shipment |
| Language | EN |
| Word count | 52 |
| Last updated | 2026-06-08 |
| Source | https://www.logisticsglossary.com/term/additional-shipment |

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