Shipping Logistics: Consolidating Cargo from Multiple Suppliers

The biggest mistake new buyers make: Trying to coordinate 5 different LCL (Less than Container Load) shipments.

It’s a paperwork nightmare and costs double.

The Solution: Buyer's Consolidation

1. Rent a Warehouse Space: Your freight forwarder has a warehouse in Shenzhen/Guangzhou.
2. Order EXW: Tell all 5 factories to deliver the goods to that warehouse.
3. Stuff the Container: Once everything arrives, the forwarder packs it into ONE 20ft or 40ft container.
4. One Invoice: You clear customs once. You pay one trucking fee at home.

Benefits

• Cheaper: FCL (Full Container Load) is much cheaper per cbm than LCL.
• Safer: Your goods aren't mixed with random engine parts from other companies.
• Control: You verify everything is there before it leaves China.

Requirements

You need a good Freight Forwarder. Don't let the factory handle shipping if you are consolidating.