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Mixed load

A freight forwarder loads two pallets of electronics, three cartons of textiles, and a machine onto the same truck – the result is a mixed load.

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Last updated: 22 June 2026Published: 19 June 2025

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A freight forwarder loads two pallets of electronics, three cartons of textiles, and a machine onto the same truck – the result is a mixed load. Goods of different types or from multiple shippers are consolidated into a single transport unit, as is standard practice in less-than-truckload (LTL) and groupage services. Before loading, the carrier must assess compatibility: hazardous goods regulations, odour or moisture transfer, and conflicting temperature requirements can all rule out certain combinations. Each consignment is invoiced separately based on its own weight, volume, or applicable freight rate. Unlike a full truckload (FTL), where one shipper occupies the entire vehicle, a mixed load is defined by the combination of different goods or multiple principals within the same transport unit.

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