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Less-than-Container-Load (LCL)

Reliability, speed and cost-effectiveness from start to finish

You have big shipping plans for your goods, which is why you expect Less-than-Container-Load (LCL) solutions in tune with your goals, planning and budget. Our DB SCHENKER LCL system combines our comprehensive international network of experts and partners with the precision and reliability that has made us a world leader in ocean freight.

Convenient LCL booking starts here

  1. 1

    Select LCL

    Log in and then select the LCL service in our tool.

  2. 2

    Choose cargo details

    Make your cargo selection and give us the details.

  3. 3

    Select your offer

    Prices and available schedules will be processed. Following that, you can select your offer.

  4. 4

    Book your request

    Fill in the final request and book. You will find a summary and shipment identification on your dashboard.

Ready to work wonders for you

Dominik Mannchen

VP, Global Head of Ocean LCL

Sustainability in ocean freight

Book the better

Choose biofuel and reduce your emissions and carbon footprint by shipping your ocean freight using marine biofuel.

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Sustainability ESG

Business, Digital Services Hub

connect2track – your all-seeing eye in tracking

Stay up-to-date and informed in real-time with additional 24/7 online visibility: connect2track makes it possible. Using our own IoT platform, connect2track aggregates data from multiple sources to offer you enhanced security and the seamless tracking of your goods around the world.

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Smart Logistics

  1. DB Schenker foreman holding walky-talky in front of multiple containers in container port
  2. View across a container port with multiple containers, cranes and a container vessel
  3. Woman at port looking over to DB Schenker truck, container vessel and airplane in the sky
  4. Container vessel loading DB Schenker containers at container port

Expect more from your Less-than-Container-Load (LCL)

  • Enjoy full control of your shipments via automated reporting and milestone tracking. Our LCL hubs offer exceptional connectivity for a fast turnaround.

  • Only pay for what you ship with no risk of low container utilization. Benefit from our comprehensive service offers with representatives who speak the local language.

  • Choose LCL and get your goods moving quickly instead of waiting for a full container load. Get instant access rates, schedules, and book directly via our online platform DB SCHENKER connect.

Get to know DB SCHENKER LCL system

Benefit from our reliable and smart solution for quick and simple shipments.

Full-Container-Load (FCL)

Customized transport made for you

If you are looking to send a full container, DB SCHENKER complete, our FCL solution is always there to fulfill all your wishes.

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Intercontinental Supply Chain Solutions (ISC)

Optimized global supply chain management

Make your supply chain more agile, resilient, and digital with our ISC.

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Global Markets

Sustainability at DB Schenker

On the way to better from here

There’s no such thing as too much environmental responsibility. See how we are making a positive impact and visit our sustainability hub.

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Sustainability ESG

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