# Depot

*Last updated: 2026-06-22*

> In logistics operations, a depot is the point in the supply chain where goods are temporarily received, sorted, or consolidated before moving to the next transport leg.

In logistics operations, a depot is the point in the supply chain where goods are temporarily received, sorted, or consolidated before moving to the next transport leg. The term covers a wide spectrum: simple warehouses, container parks, cross-docking facilities, and intermodal terminals at ports or rail yards all qualify. Freight forwarders, shippers, and 3PL providers use depots primarily for throughput – cargo stays only as long as needed for consolidation, relabelling, or onward dispatch, not for long-term stockholding. In customs contexts, a depot may be authorised to operate as a bonded warehouse, triggering additional regulatory requirements and stricter documentation controls.

**Source:** [https://wirtschaftslexikon.gabler.de/definition/depot-74967](https://wirtschaftslexikon.gabler.de/definition/depot-74967)

## Quick Facts

| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Term | Depot |
| Language | EN |
| Word count | 100 |
| Last updated | 2026-06-22 |
| Source | https://wirtschaftslexikon.gabler.de/definition/depot-74967 |

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