FTL transport

The transport of goods and its associated logistics require us to make numerous decisions. One of these is the correct calculation of the space our cargo will occupy and its tonnage. With this information, we can determine the type of transport required. The most common type of transport is Full Truckload (FTL).

When is a transport considered a full truckload?

Full truckload transport occurs when the goods occupy the entire trailer. The standard type of trailer – a tarpaulin or curtainsider – has a maximum length of 13.6 meters and a maximum load capacity of 24 tons. To optimize transport as much as possible from a financial and environmental perspective, it is best to fully utilize the trailer’s cargo space. The forwarders working at Woz-Trans always advise our clients on the appropriate means of transport for their goods.

What goods are most commonly transported as full truckloads?

Full truckload transport—also known as FTL (Full Truckload)—applies to a vast range of goods. This type of transport is used by industries such as food, automotive, construction, and electronics. Whenever a larger quantity of goods needs to be moved, it will typically involve a full truckload. A full semi-trailer most often accommodates 33 Euro-pallets, which occupy 13.6 meters of loading space. As for the weight, it can be less than the maximum permissible payload of 24 tonnes, as goods can be either lightweight (e.g., packages of tissues) or heavy (e.g., steel).

Advantages of Full Truckload Transport

Full truckload transport has many advantages for the client as well as for the carrier and the freight forwarder.

  • This type of transport involves fewer formalities than organizing several loads from different clients on a single vehicle.
  • It is financially beneficial for both the client and the carrier, especially with larger quantities of goods.
  • The client has exclusive use of the entire loading space of the semi-trailer.
  • Time optimization—with a single loading and unloading point for one client, the carrier delivers the goods to the destination much faster.
  • High cargo security—when chartering an entire semi-trailer, the goods can be additionally secured with a seal that can only be broken at the point of unloading.

Disadvantages of Full Truckload Transport

A disadvantage of this type of transport is a situation where there is not a sufficient quantity of goods to fill the entire loading space. This results in a higher transport cost, as one must also pay for the unused space. Alternatively, one can seek other parties interested in utilizing the remaining available space on the semi-trailer.

Solving Goods Transport Problems

To meet your expectations, Woz-Trans organizes not only full truckload transports but also partial loads. This type of transport, also known as LTL (Less-than-Truckload), is ideal for situations where you need to transport a smaller quantity of goods than what a full truckload requires. Thanks to the flexibility and comprehensiveness of our services, you can confidently entrust us with any type of shipment—whether groupage or full truckload. We are equipped to handle them all.