Glossary for Freight
Fuel Surcharge
A fuel surcharge in freight refers to an additional fee imposed by carriers to account for fluctuations in fuel prices. As fuel prices rise or fall, carriers adjust their surcharges accordingly, either to offset increased fuel expenses or to pass on ...
Packing List (Shipping)
A packing list is a document that offers a comprehensive description of the contents of a shipment, excluding any details regarding pricing or value. It typically includes information such as the size, weight, and packaging specifics of the items ...
Air Freight
Air freight pertains to the conveyance of goods via air transport, often employing airplanes or other aerial craft. Renowned for its swiftness and effectiveness, this method is favored for transporting valuable, time-critical, or perishable items ...
Truck waiting fee
A truck waiting fee is incurred on an hourly basis when a driver is compelled to wait at the pickup or delivery site due to circumstances beyond the driver's influence. These scenarios may include: Pickup or delivery at a congested port or warehouse. ...
Tri-Axle Fee
The "tri-axle fee" refers to an extra charge incurred when utilizing a truck or trailer outfitted with three axles. Carriers or shipping entities usually impose this fee to account for the heightened weight or dimensions of the vehicle, which might ...
Trade Show Fee
A "trade show fee" within freight pertains to a charge applied for the transportation of goods associated with a trade show or exhibition venue. These fees encompass various logistical elements related to participating in the trade show, including ...
Toll
Toll commonly signifies a charge levied for accessing specific infrastructure or facilities along the route. This encompasses toll roads, bridges, tunnels, or other designated passages. Freight carriers or shipping entities may face toll expenses as ...
Stop Off
Stop off refers to an additional stop made by a carrier (such as a trucking company or a shipping line) along the route of a shipment, beyond the originally planned destination. This stop is usually made to either deliver or pick up additional cargo ...
Split Chassis
A split chassis refers to dividing the frame or undercarriage of a vehicle into two separate parts. This configuration facilitates easier handling and maneuvering, particularly when transporting cargo with diverse size or weight specifications. Split ...
Residential Service
Residential delivery entails the direct transportation of goods to a customer's residence or to a home-based business, as opposed to a commercial establishment. Such deliveries usually originate from online consumer purchases and frequently utilize ...
Redelivery
Redeliveries occur when a carrier arrives at the delivery location with a shipment but is unable to complete the delivery due to circumstances beyond their control. Common reasons for redelivery include: Incorrectly listed delivery location hours. ...
Proof of Delivery
Proof of Delivery (POD) is a document or electronic record confirming that the shipment has been successfully delivered to the recipient or consignee at the specified destination. This proof typically includes details such as the date and time of ...
Pre-pull
A pre-pull fee is applicable when the shipper requests the carrier to pick up a container from a terminal without delivering it directly to the consignee, in order to facilitate a later delivery date or time. A flat fee will be charged for this ...
Power of Attorney (POA)
A power of attorney is a legal document used in customs procedures, granting us and our partner carriers the authority to conduct business on your behalf. For any instance where we or any party other than you or your company is responsible for ...
Pick-up/Delivery Address Change
Pick-up/Delivery Address Change refers to a request to modify the designated location for either the pick-up or delivery of the freight. This change could involve altering the address entirely or adjusting specific details within the existing ...
Pick-up Attempt
A pick-up attempt occurs when a carrier reaches the designated pick-up location but is unable to receive the freight due to circumstances beyond their control. For direct local shipments, we implement a pick-up attempt fee if a carrier is on the way ...
Pallet space
A pallet space is a representation of one standard pallet in terms of spatial allocation. However, for our pricing calculations, we also factor in the total weight capacity of the truck and divide it by the available pallet spaces without double ...
Pallet
A pallet is a flat wooden structure designed to facilitate the transportation of freight, leading to improved efficiency and reduced costs. Although the standard size for a pallet is typically 48x40 inches, pallets are customizable and come in ...
Overweight Fee
A fee will be applied to shipments that exceed the weight initially listed at the time of booking. To prevent unnecessary rebills, it is essential to thoroughly verify the accuracy of your shipment information before finalizing.
Deftship Shipment ID
A Deftship Shipment ID or also called Order ID is uniquely assigned to each shipment facilitated by Deftship. It is nine (9) to ten (10) digit numbers. This ID serves as the primary method for tracking and identifying our shipments throughout the ...
Limited Access Fee
A limited access fee is an additional charge included in your freight bill by the carrier due to the provision of extra services or time required. It may be applicable in various scenarios. This fee is often applied when a shipment is destined for a ...
Liftgate
A liftgate refers to a hydraulic platform located at the rear of a truck or freight carrier. Its purpose is to bridge the gap between ground level and the cargo area, facilitating the loading and unloading of heavy materials and large quantities of ...
Less-than-truckload (LTL) shipping
Less Than Truckload (LTL) shipping is a transportation method tailored to efficiently transport large volumes of freight over extended distances. Generally, a truck collects and consolidates multiple loads, transporting them to a terminal. From ...
Integrated Shipping Service Options & Pricing Tiers
Integrated quotes offer a comprehensive overview of rates and services customized to meet your specific shipment needs. It's important to note that these shipments, served outside our local networks, are handled by our reliable nationwide LTL ...
Inside Service
At the request of the shipper or consignee, the carrier has the option to transport shipments or segments of shipments to areas beyond the immediately adjacent loading or unloading positions. This may include transporting cargo inside the location ...
Hazmat Service
The U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) has established stringent regulations governing the shipment of hazardous materials, and Deftship is here to assist you in navigating these guidelines. We can aid in determining the DOT hazard class ...
Full Truckload (FTL)
When there's sufficient freight to occupy an entire truck, it constitutes a full truckload. All FTL shipments are treated as direct, as they are managed by Deftship partner carriers. This method is not only the quickest but also the most secure ...
Dry Run
A dry run occurs when a carrier arrives at the pickup location but cannot receive the freight due to reasons beyond their control. Common causes for dry runs include: Incorrectly listed pickup location hours. Incorrect pickup address. Absence of ...
Drop and hook
A drop and hook, also known as drop and pick, occurs when a truck delivers a full container load to a warehouse and then departs with another full container. This practice is frequently seen in drayage operations and helps to avoid bobtail fees.
Driver Assistance
A driver assistance fee is incurred when a carrier is tasked with loading or unloading freight that goes beyond the use of their pallet jack. This encompasses activities such as carrying individual boxes or assembling/disassembling pallets.
Double stacking
Double stacking refers to the practice of placing pallets on top of other pallets to maximize space utilization within a truck. While this method allows for more goods to be transported in a single trip, it significantly heightens the risk of damage ...
Detention or Truck Waiting Fee
A detention or truck waiting fee is applied hourly when a driver is compelled to wait at the pickup or delivery location due to circumstances beyond their control. These circumstances may include: Congestion at a port or warehouse where pickup or ...
Delivery Order (D.O.)
A delivery order (D.O.) is a document containing details about the individual responsible for picking up and delivering a shipment at a warehouse or business location, along with specific information regarding the freight contents. Is a Delivery ...
Delivery Attempt
A delivery attempt occurs when a carrier arrives at the designated delivery location with a shipment but cannot deliver the freight due to reasons beyond their control. Common reasons for unsuccessful delivery attempts include: Incorrectly listed ...
Deconsolidation
Deconsolidation in freight shipping refers to the process of breaking down a large shipment into smaller packages or individual shipments. This allows for the separate transportation of these items to their respective destinations, which could ...
Consolidation
Consolidated shipping involves a process where a consolidator combines multiple Less than Container Load (LCL) shipments from different shippers into a single full container shipment. Shippers who participate in consolidated shipping benefit from ...
Chassis Fee
A chassis refers to a specialized trailer used for transporting ocean containers on roads. Whenever drayage services involve a chassis provided by a pool provider that charges for its usage, there will be a rental fee along with a daily charge.
CFS Fee
The CFS fee in freight shipping stands for Container Freight Station fee. It's a charge associated with the use of a Container Freight Station, which is a facility where cargo is consolidated and deconsolidated for shipment. This fee typically covers ...
Cartage
Cartage refers to the method utilized by our Less Than Truckload (LTL) carriers for transporting shipments between origin and destination terminals. It involves the short-distance transport from the pickup point to the terminal and from the terminal ...
Carrier
The carrier is the one responsible in transporting your shipments from the origin to its destination. We rely on our fully certified Deftship carriers for our local network, and the most reliable national carriers for our extended network.
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