Freight forwarders and terminal operators consolidate smaller less-than-truckload shipments from various shippers into full-load units at cargo terminals to reduce handling times and dwell periods while maximizing terminal capacity.
Source: https://www.inboundlogistics.com/cms/article/headload-optimization-for-freight-terminals/
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