Groupage transport: Efficient and economical shipping of partial loads

Smaller than a full or part truck load, larger than the parcel: with groupage transport, we move your freight, even just one pallet, to its destination efficiently and cost-effectively with daily departures across Europe. Take care of your business, and we’ll take care of the rest.

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Groupage shipping at a glance

For Groupage transport (also known as consolidated shipping), we combine smaller shipments from different customers at one hub for efficient, joint transportation. Once at the destination hub, the consignments are then forwarded individually. This allows us to use our transport capacities optimally, even if your shipment is only one pallet. You have flexible delivery options – not just the date, but also the preferred time window with a choice of Premium, Classic and Fix delivery options. Whether you need national or international shipping, using one of Europe’s largest road freight networks, no matter your location or number of pallets, you can rely on our local hubs to connect your goods to your customers more quickly than ever.

Get a price for your next shipment

Simply enter your pickup and delivery addresses and the number of pallets, and receive your quotation in seconds. Simple and hassle-free.

Why choose Rhenus for groupage transport

  • Your shipping stays within our network, giving you increased security for your general cargo shipments.
  • Effective routing via our large European and global network means that, regardless of the number of pallets or final destination, you will receive a competitive price for your groupage shipments.
  • Modern tracking systems help you to maintain an overview and track the progress of your groupage transport – around the clock.
  • More than 100 years of experience and one of the largest pan-European road freight networks with 150+ owned locations ensure shorter delivery and faster turnaround times with daily connections and departures across Europe.
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Your benefits within our European network

With daily departures and one of Europe’s largest road freight networks, we ensure that your goods reach their destination quickly.

Consolidated shipments and optimized routes make groupage shipping an environmentally friendly method of transport.

With daily departures in Europe and regular schedules across the globe, time-critical orders are carried out and delivered on time.

Starting from one pallet, we reliably carry out both individual transports and regular groupage shipments.

Track your shipment and calculate the costs of your groupage transport instantly using our transport cost calculator – time-saving, instant and with no hidden costs.

Value-added services for your groupage shipping

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Customs clearance

When transporting groupage shipments across national borders, we take care of all customs formalities with in-house customs experts. We ensure that all requirements are met and make the necessary preparations. We are AEO-certified and therefore an Authorised Economic Operator.

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Dangerous goods

With our own dangerous goods officers at our branches, we ensure that your dangerous goods are handled safely and in accordance with ADR regulations. These officers are responsible for employee training, transport monitoring and compliance with international guidelines. We ensure this with the help of SQAS (Safety and Quality Assessment for Sustainability).

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Priority services

Our priority services such as prioritied pickup and handling offer customized solutions for all your shipping needs. No matter what the weight or size is, we deliver your shipment on time to your specified location. With a global presence, an international network and skilled employees, we ensure fast and safe deliveries. We provide top-notch national and international logistics solutions, organizing and monitoring your shipment every step of the way.

European groupage network

Our optimized groupage network is designed to streamline your European road freight supply chain. Built around your requirements, our network will cut waiting times and propel your groupage shipments forward with speed and efficiency. See for yourself how our improved groupage service can enhance your transportation.

Choose your region for specialized offers

Flexibility in shipping: Freight consolidation throughout Asia

Rhenus offers the perfect options for your cargo, no matter what size or destination. Our groupage freight services handle any shipment, large or small, anywhere in Asia. We have a diverse fleet, from smaller pickup trucks to 45-foot container trucks, all running on a strict schedule from pickup to delivery, including consolidation and deconsolidation.

Backed by our extensive domestic and cross-border trucking network and conveniently located cross-docking hubs, we provide tailored solutions to ensure your shipment arrives safely and on time.

Contact us to find out more about our freight consolidation services in Asia.

  • Domestic transport
  • Cross-border trucking
  • Customs clearance
  • Dangerous goods transport

Groupage freight to save costs: Consolidated shipments in the Americas

Take advantage of our consolidation service to clear your dock quickly and save costs by combining your shipments with others. Rhenus Group members Rodair and Freight Logistics International are your road freight partners in the Americas, offering a wide range of services and real-time shipment tracking.

We have strategically located sites in the USA, Canada and South America. Get in touch with our experts to find out more.

  • Door-to-terminal
  • Door-to-door

Connected throughout South Africa: Our freight consolidation services

Groupage freight is perfect for smaller shipments. With cross-docking centers in all major areas, we can collect your goods from anywhere in South Africa and deliver them wherever you need. Plus, we provide proof of delivery for every shipment.

At World Net Logistics, a Rhenus Group member, our team of experts is highly trained in all aspects of international shipping and freight forwarding, including handling documentation and legal requirements.

Learn more about our broad spectrum of overland services for consolidated shipments by contacting us.

  • Tailor-made solutions that help you achieve your goals in terms of capacity, frequency and costs

Ideally located for shipment solutions within South Africa as well as to other countries in Africa.

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We bring your goods safely to their destination.

Our groupage experts are just a click away. Together we will develop the optimal solution.

Frequently asked questions

First, we collect your groupage shipment and consolidate it with multiple smaller shipments from different customers at one hub for joint transportation to another hub. Once at the destination hub, the consignments are then forwarded individually. This efficient solution allows you to share trucks with other businesses to your point of destination, reducing transportation costs and minimizing environmental impact.

FTL (full-truck load) means using the entire truck for a single shipment. On the other hand, LTL (less-than-truck load) means the truck is only partially filled. To maximize efficiency, multiple LTL shipments are combined in one truck. Unlike groupage transport, LTL freight isn’t usually transferred between different hubs. Instead, the truck makes direct stops at various loading and unloading points along its route.

With supply chains becoming even tighter around the world, getting your goods from A to B as quickly as possible is crucial for most businesses. That’s why our groupage network across Europe has been designed around efficiency, so that most shipments can be delivered to and from anywhere in Europe in a short and reliable manner. Our daily connections across Europe ensure that your goods reach their destination on time and in good condition.