# Transport order

*Last updated: 2026-06-22*

> Shippers, freight forwarders, and logistics providers issue a transport order to a carrier whenever goods need to be moved – in written or electronic form, typically via a TMS or EDI interface.

Shippers, freight forwarders, and logistics providers issue a transport order to a carrier whenever goods need to be moved – in written or electronic form, typically via a TMS or EDI interface. The document sets out all parameters required for execution: shipper and consignee, origin and destination, shipment type, quantity, weight, required delivery window, mode of transport, and any special conditions such as temperature control, hazmat classification, or customs documentation. Operationally, the transport order triggers route planning, vehicle assignment, and the generation of accompanying freight documents. It should not be confused with the freight document itself – such as a CMR consignment note in road transport or a bill of lading in sea freight – which constitutes the legally binding contract of carriage between the principal and the carrier.

**Source:** [https://wirtschaftslexikon.gabler.de/definition/transportauftrag-52072](https://wirtschaftslexikon.gabler.de/definition/transportauftrag-52072)

## Quick Facts

| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Term | Transport order |
| Language | EN |
| Word count | 129 |
| Last updated | 2026-06-22 |
| Source | https://wirtschaftslexikon.gabler.de/definition/transportauftrag-52072 |

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