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Tips for Reducing Shipping Costs
As aforementioned, using heated trucks for shipping is more expensive than conventional
shipping solutions. So is there a way to save money on the freight? The answer is yes, and here
are some simple tips that you can follow to make this happen:
 Ship full container load: The costs of shipping are high, and if you have a few items, you
may not be able to justify the cost. Therefore, strive to ship in FCL. If your goods can’t fill a
container, look within your networks to see whether there is anyone shipping specialty goods
and share the freight costs with them.
 Choose your shipping company properly: The right shipping company will charge
reasonable freight costs and protect your commodities during transit. You will save much
more in the long run by eliminating the risk of spoilage and damage during transit.