Forwarders and shippers use base load freight contracts to secure long-term capacity and rates: the shipper guarantees a fixed minimum volume over a defined period at agreed terms, while the carrier offers predictable, often discounted rates in return.
Source: https://www.supplychainopz.com/logistics-glossary/base-load-freight-contracts/
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