Freight Carriers
Definition of freight carriers
Freight carriers are companies responsible for physically transporting goods on behalf of shippers.
These carriers are not typically involved in managing shipments, a role usually handled by freight forwarders. However, Non-Vessel Operating Common Carriers (NVOCCs) serve as both carriers and forwarders.
Freight carriers include trucking companies, railroads for domestic transport, and cargo airlines or ocean carriers for international shipments. They handle different stages of the logistics process, including pickup, main transit, and delivery.
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