← Lessons 27-Permits and Methods of Operating
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1. INTRODUCTION 2. ROLL ON/ROLL OFF 3. FREIGHT FORWARDERS 4. CONTAINER TRAFFIC 5. GROUPAGE 6. ROAD/RAIL SYSTEMS 7. THE CHANNEL TUNNEL 8. AUTHORISATIONS 9. UK LICENCE FOR THE COMMUNITY 10. CABOTAGE 11. THIRD COUNTRY TRAFFIC 12. PERMITS 13. CONCLUSION 14. REVISION SUMMARY 15. Quick Exam Numbers / Facts – Memorise These 16.Final Memory Checklist

5. GROUPAGE

  • Small consignments from different senders are consolidated by destination and transported in road vehicles or containers.
  • The freight forwarder handles normal documentation and Customs formalities.
  • Groupage provides a reasonably direct service without the cost of paying for a whole vehicle or container.
  • Success depends heavily on the freight forwarder's ability to generate sufficient freight volumes to particular destinations.
  • Good volumes can support regular, guaranteed services.