Most shippers chase faster transit times, but the biggest savings usually sit inside the container itself. Poorly planned loads routinely waste 10–20% of the space you are already paying for.
Start with accurate carton dimensions and a load plan built before booking, not after. Mixing carton sizes strategically, palletising to the container profile, and reviewing dunnage choices can often free up an entire extra layer of cargo.
Our coordinators run load plans on every FCL booking. If you ship LCL, ask us about buyer’s consolidation — combining suppliers into one container is frequently the single largest cost win available.