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.
Cargo handlingIn 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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Support networkCapabilities
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
Resources
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Proof
Related case studies
Industries served
Sectors we run this for
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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