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    Less-than-Container-Load (LCL)

    Reliability, speed and cost-effectiveness from start to finish

    You have big shipping plans for your goods, which is why you expect Less-than-Container-Load (LCL) solutions in tune with your goals, planning and budget. Our DB SCHENKER | LCL combines our comprehensive international network of experts and partners with the precision and reliability that has made us a world leader in ocean freight.

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    LCL

    Global sailing schedule for LCL shipments

    Find your best shipping option – including cut-off dates and end-to-end transit times for your trade lane of choice.

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    Convenient LCL booking starts here

    1. 1

      Select LCL

      Log in and then select the LCL service in our tool.

    2. 2

      Choose cargo details

      Make your cargo selection and give us the details.

    3. 3

      Select your offer

      Prices and available schedules will be processed. Following that, you can select your offer.

    4. 4

      Book your request

      Fill in the final request and book. You will find a summary and shipment identification on your dashboard.

    Ready to work wonders for you

    Dominik Mannchen

    VP, Global Head of Ocean LCL

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    • Sustainability ESG

    Sustainability in ocean freight

    Book the better

    Choose biofuel and reduce your emissions and carbon footprint by shipping your ocean freight using marine biofuel.

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    • Smart Logistics

    Business, Digital Services Hub

    connect2track – your all-seeing eye in tracking

    Stay up-to-date and informed in real-time with additional 24/7 online visibility: connect2track makes it possible. Using our own IoT platform, connect2track aggregates data from multiple sources to offer you enhanced security and the seamless tracking of your goods around the world.

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    • Expect more from your Less-than-Container-Load (LCL)

    • You are ready to ship and our team of over 1,000 dedicated less-than-container load experts will take care of it – whether locally or globally. How do we do it? Our global network makes it possible:

      • More than 40,000 less-than-container transportation routes
      • Over 100 gateways around the world
      • Topping 550 customer service locations

      And we are not just saying it. You can enjoy full control of your shipments via automated reporting and milestone tracking – for most any destination you can imagine. Get the reliable service you and your business need.

    • No more waiting until you have a whole container filled. That delays your business and can be expensive. It has never been so easy to ship:

      • Book only the space you really need – no more
      • Standardized routings
      • Multiple weekly sailings on major lanes

      You only pay for what you really need. It’s simple, sustainable, and what you would expect.

      Not only that, you can also get instant access rates, schedules, and book directly via our online platform DB SCHENKER connect.

    • When you want it to be fast, you not only need a fast route, but also fast access when you are ready to ship. We have the infrastructure to make it possible. You decide the right time for you:

      • Our LCL hubs offer exceptional connectivity for a fast turnaround
      • Daily collection and delivery as you need it
      • Flexible upgrade to LCL premium services for especially time sensitive shipments on selected trade lanes

      Choose LCL and get your goods moving quickly instead of waiting for a full container load.

    Get to know DB SCHENKER | LCL

    Benefit from our reliable and smart solution for quick and simple shipments.

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    Full-Container-Load (FCL)

    Customized transport made for you

    If you are looking to send a full container, DB SCHENKER complete, our FCL solution is always there to fulfill all your wishes.

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    • Global Markets

    Intercontinental Supply Chain Solutions (ISC)

    Optimized global supply chain management

    Make your supply chain more agile, resilient, and digital with our ISC.

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    • Sustainability ESG

    Sustainability at DB Schenker

    On the way to better from here

    There’s no such thing as too much environmental responsibility. See how we are making a positive impact and visit our sustainability hub.

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