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Less than container load
(LCL)

Why wait until you have a full container load (FCL) of goods when there is a less-than-container load (LCL) solution available to you?

We can provide you with our own flexible LCL sea freight service that is cost-effective and reliable. This means there are no rollovers, and we deliver on operational excellence.

We control our own LCL services, consolidating our clients' products into one container. When the container leaves the port of origin you will have the visibility you require and a notification when it arrives at the destination. Here, your goods will be unloaded and delivered to the consignee. We keep the touchpoints to a minimum, reducing the risk and ensuring that your goods are delivered where they need to go.

Your supply chain, your timelines, and the visibility you require.


Teamed with a secure LCL service, we also provide you with digital tools that enable you to have complete visibility of your shipment. Our digital platform will keep you posted every step of the way and we set performance benchmarks to deliver on-time service. We deliver to your exact requirements.

Benefits of a WTA LCL

Only pay for the space you use
If you are overbuying stock, holding inventory for long periods or paying premiums, our LCL service could be the cost-saving solution your supply chain needs. LCL gives you the ability to match the flow of products with customer demand, avoid inventory costs and keep your freight costs down.
Optimal transit time
LCL shipments are always routed by the fasted option (compared to FCL where other factors come into play).
Reliable
With weekly WTA consolidated (consol) departures, LCL is not only flexible but reliable, and can easily be booked in advance.
Flexibility
We also know that flexibility is vital in the current economic climate. Our LCL services allow for the required flexibility of services, giving your business the chance to focus on its cash flow.
Cash flow management
LCL can help reduce inventory, improving cash flow and focusing only on quantities needed.
Visibility
Our LCL service is a consolidated (consol) system that takes your complex logistic processes and connects them to a centralised location. Our digital platform will keep you posted every step of the way, and we set performance benchmarks to deliver on-time service. We deliver to your exact requirements.
Single point of contact
You will be appointed a WTA account manager to support you and ensure you are confident your shipment is secure and KPIs are met.
Simplified process
We consolidate our clients' products into one container (referred to as a consol). When the container leaves the port of origin, you will have the visibility you require and a notification when it arrives at the destination. Here, your goods will be unloaded and delivered to the consignee. We keep the touch points to a minimum, reducing the risk and ensuring that your goods are delivered where they need to go.

Have less than a container to ship? 

Get a quote from WTA and give us a try. WTA. Here for the journey.

Keri Barton 2022

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