What is groupage shipping?

Bringing your goods and furniture from home is often the most cost-effective way to establish yourself in your new country. Find out how to reduce costs when shipping your belongings, and the best shipping solution for your needs!
You might ask yourself:
- Do I need to pay the full price if I am only shipping a few items?
- What is the most budget-friendly shipping method?
When you are planning to transport your goods internationally, there are a few options you can consider: groupage shipping, or full container shipping.
What is groupage shipping?
When to use groupage shipping
• You only need to ship a few pieces of furniture or goods.
• Your cargo does not fill up a full container.
• You don’t mind sharing a container with other people moving to the same country.
• You want to split the costs of a container.
• You don’t mind waiting a bit longer for your goods.
What is Full Container Load shipping?
When to use Full Container Load
Save costs on your container shipment
While Full Container Load offers better security measures (once your goods are loaded, the container is securely sealed and only reopened at destination) and a shorter waiting period (you’re not waiting for other people to add their belongings to yours), this option may not be the best from an environmental or financial perspective.
Groupage shipping has a lower environmental impact and saves you more money. The only downside is that you will have to wait a while until the container is full before it can set sail. But you don’t pay for storage while your goods are awaiting shipping.