Global Freight

LCL Shipping

Pay for the space you use, on a fixed weekly schedule.

The problem

Why businesses struggle

Smaller importers pay full container rates or wait weeks for a sailing that never has a firm cut-off.

Business impact

  • Freight paid on empty container space
  • Unpredictable consolidation timing
  • Damage from poorly stowed shared containers

How Bromley solves it

The process

01

Fixed weekly cut-offs

Published consolidation dates on core origins so purchasing can plan.

02

Origin consolidation

Multi-supplier cargo received, checked and consolidated before loading.

03

Controlled stowage

Segregated, secured loading that protects shared-container cargo.

04

Deconsolidation and delivery

Destination unpacking, clearance and delivery under one reference.

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In operation

LCL Shipping in practice

Published consolidation dates on core origins so purchasing can plan.

Case study

Specialty retailer

Weekly replenishment

Fixed LCL cut-offs replaced quarterly full containers, cutting stock holding while keeping freight cost per unit flat.

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Capabilities

What's included

  • Global consolidation
  • Deconsolidation
  • Multi-origin shipments
  • Warehouse integration
  • Temperature-controlled LCL
  • Special cargo handling

Benefits

What changes for your business

  • Pay only for the cargo space you use
  • Regular global schedules with firm cut-offs
  • End-to-end pickup, consolidation and delivery
  • Professional documentation and clearance support

Industries served

Sectors we run this for

ManufacturingRetailConstructionHealthcareNGOsAgricultureImportersExporters

FAQ

LCL Shipping questions, answered

How is LCL priced?+

On the greater of volume or weight, plus destination handling. We quote both so there are no arrival surprises.

Is LCL slower than FCL?+

Slightly — consolidation and deconsolidation add a few days each end, offset by more frequent departures.

How often do LCL sailings depart?+

On published, fixed weekly cut-offs on core origins, so purchasing can plan against a known departure.

Is my cargo safe sharing a container with other clients?+

Yes, controlled and segregated stowage protects shared-container cargo, and deconsolidation happens under your own reference at destination.

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