Logistics shaped around the cargo, not a generic template

Manufacturing and industrial cargo

Machinery, components and raw materials need accurate packed weights and dimensions, together with the loading and receiving arrangements. Identify heavy individual pieces, sensitive surfaces and any units that must arrive in sequence. A production deadline should be stated at enquiry stage so the complete route and handovers can be reviewed.

• Packing and lifting method for each unit
• Site access and unloading equipment
• Cargo-ready date and receiving deadline
• Any regulated materials or handling restrictions

FCL for commercial cargo · Project cargo assessment

Food, FMCG and temperature-sensitive products

Describe the product, packaging, shelf-life constraints and receiving conditions. Where temperature control is needed, provide settings from the responsible cargo party and identify any monitoring or record requirements. Review the loading, power and destination handovers together with the ocean service; not every commodity suits shared or ambient capacity.

Reefer shipment requirements · LCL cargo suitability

Vehicles, construction and agricultural equipment

Vehicle condition, dimensions and operating capability affect the shipping method. Machinery may require special equipment or a breakbulk review. Disclose modifications, damage and battery or fuel-system characteristics early so the team can assess carrier and handling requirements.

Container or RoRo vehicle shipping · Flat-rack and open-top equipment

Smaller commercial orders and spare parts

A smaller consignment still needs a complete cargo brief. Include every packed unit, gross weight, stackability and the supplier’s location. State whether collection or delivery is required and compare all local charges alongside the freight rate. For multiple suppliers, agree how readiness and package identification will be managed.

Less than Container Load shipping · Supplier collection

Build an enquiry the team can act on

Choose the closest service if you know it, or ask the team to advise. Send the route, commodity, contact details and the information already available. Use the planning examples to identify questions; they are illustrative scenarios, not claims about completed customer shipments.

Prepare the shipment brief · Read illustrative planning examples