Road freight in India and cargo consolidation possibilities
The concept of cargo consolidation in India is gaining momentum, thanks to the punctuality and efficacy with which goods are delivered besides being cost effective. The lesser than load (LTL) shipments enables shippers to earn desirable rates besides making the best use of supply chain logistics. Small shippers are highly benefitted through the consolidation where shipments arrive from various locations and shippers can avoid paying higher rate since it is consolidated into one shipment. Besides being cost efficient, consolidation minimizes damages and improves quality in delivering goods perfectly. Road freight in India is a major player in Indian logistics scenario where truckers, transporters, retailers and mechanics are however unsatisfied owing to the skeptic about the lack of transparency in middlemen and small operators. Lack of demand supply match, low utilization, low returns, low salary and high broker commissions keep those involved highly disappointed. Things have c