{"id":479,"date":"2026-05-26T06:43:27","date_gmt":"2026-05-26T06:43:27","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/myprojectdemonstration.net\/development\/GrangeShipping\/web\/?page_id=479"},"modified":"2026-06-25T06:20:24","modified_gmt":"2026-06-25T06:20:24","slug":"groupage-lcl-haulage","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/myprojectdemonstration.net\/development\/GrangeShipping\/web\/groupage-lcl-haulage\/","title":{"rendered":"Groupage (LCL) Haulage"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"expertise\">\n    <div class=\"row align-items-center\">\n   \n        <!-- Left Side: Dynamic Text & Interaction Canvas Layer Layout -->\n        <div class=\"col-md-6\">\n            <div class=\"inner-space pl-0\">\n                <h1>Groupage (LCL) Haulage<\/h1>\n                \n                <p>Groupage, or Less than Container Load &#8211; LCL &#8211; haulage is an efficient and cost-effective solution for shipments that do not require a full container. Grange Shipping provides reliable less than container load transport for both imports and exports through all major UK ports.<\/p>\n<p>Operating from Felixstowe since 1979, our experienced team coordinates the movement of consolidated cargo from port to final destination, managing customs clearance, inspections and onward delivery to ensure your goods arrive safely, on time and at the best possible cost.<\/p>\n                \n                                    <a href=\"#\" \n                       class=\"common-btn\" \n                       target=\"_self\">\n                        Service details                    <\/a>\n                            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n\n        <!-- Right Side: Graphic Panel Framework Layout -->\n        <div class=\"col-md-6\">\n            <figure>\n                                    <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/myprojectdemonstration.net\/development\/GrangeShipping\/web\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/groupage-8.png\" alt=\"Groupage (LCL) Haulage\">\n                            <\/figure>\n        <\/div>\n\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"service space\">\n    <a href=\"#services\"><\/a>\n    <div class=\"inner-space pl-0\">\n        <div class=\"row align-items-center\"> \n            \n            <div class=\"col-md-12\">\n                <h2>Service details<\/h2>\n            <\/div>\n\n            <div class=\"service-wrapper\">\n                \n                <!-- Dynamic Service Details Repeater List -->\n                                                            <div class=\"service-box\">\n                                                            <h4>Cost-Effective LCL Transport<\/h4>\n                                                        \n                                                            <div class=\"service-text\">\n                                    <p>Groupage allows you to move smaller consignments without paying for unused container space. We consolidate your cargo with compatible shipments, helping you control costs while maintaining reliable delivery schedules.<\/p>\n                                <\/div>\n                                                    <\/div>\n                                            <div class=\"service-box\">\n                                                            <h4>UK Port Coverage<\/h4>\n                                                        \n                                                            <div class=\"service-text\">\n                                    <p>We arrange LCL haulage through all major UK ports including Felixstowe, London Gateway, Southampton, Tilbury, Liverpool and more. Our nationwide network ensures smooth onward delivery regardless of entry point.<\/p>\n                                <\/div>\n                                                    <\/div>\n                                            <div class=\"service-box\">\n                                                            <h4>Customs Clearance &amp; Compliance<\/h4>\n                                                        \n                                                            <div class=\"service-text\">\n                                    <p>We can manage import customs clearance alongside the groupage service, liaising with HMRC and other authorities to ensure accurate declarations and minimise delays. If inspections are required, our team can handle the process on your behalf.<\/p>\n                                <\/div>\n                                                    <\/div>\n                                            <div class=\"service-box\">\n                                                            <h4>Cargo Monitoring &amp; Coordination<\/h4>\n                                                        \n                                                            <div class=\"service-text\">\n                                    <p>We continually track the status of your shipment from arrival through clearance and delivery. You\u2019re kept informed at every stage, with proactive communication if schedules change.<\/p>\n                                <\/div>\n                                                    <\/div>\n                                            <div class=\"service-box\">\n                                                            <h4>Flexible Inland Delivery Options<\/h4>\n                                                        \n                                                            <div class=\"service-text\">\n                                    <p>Once cleared, your goods are delivered using the most suitable vehicle type \u2014 including curtain siders, box trailers and vans \u2014 ensuring safe and efficient delivery to warehouses, commercial premises or distribution centres.<\/p>\n                                <\/div>\n                                                    <\/div>\n                                            <div class=\"service-box\">\n                                                            <h4>Approved Partner Network<\/h4>\n                                                        \n                                                            <div class=\"service-text\">\n                                    <p>We work with a trusted network of approved haulage partners across the UK. These long-standing relationships allow us to offer greater flexibility, reliability and value than carrier-arranged solutions.<\/p>\n                                <\/div>\n                                                    <\/div>\n                                            <div class=\"service-box\">\n                                                            <h4>Consolidation &amp; Deconsolidation Expertise<\/h4>\n                                                        \n                                                            <div class=\"service-text\">\n                                    <p>We manage groupage cargo moving through ERTS and other UK warehouses, coordinating deconsolidation and onward transport to keep your supply chain flowing smoothly.<\/p>\n                                <\/div>\n                                                    <\/div>\n                                            <div class=\"service-box\">\n                                                            <h4>Reduced Environmental Impact<\/h4>\n                                                        \n                                                            <div class=\"service-text\">\n                                    <p>Sharing container space reduces the environmental footprint of each shipment. Where possible, we also incorporate rail elements into inland transport, helping customers reduce CO\u2082 emissions across their supply chain.<\/p>\n                                <\/div>\n                                                    <\/div>\n                                            <div class=\"service-box\">\n                                                            <h4>Nationwide Distribution<\/h4>\n                                                        \n                                                            <div class=\"service-text\">\n                                    <p>Whether your cargo is moving to a single destination or multiple delivery points, we coordinate efficient UK-wide distribution as part of the groupage service.<\/p>\n                                <\/div>\n                                                    <\/div>\n                                            <div class=\"service-box\">\n                                                            <h4>Integrated Freight Services<\/h4>\n                                                        \n                                                            <div class=\"service-text\">\n                                    <p>As a full-service freight forwarder, we can manage your LCL sea freight, customs clearance, groupage haulage and onward road transport \u2014 providing a seamless, end-to-end solution with one point of contact.<\/p>\n                                <\/div>\n                                                    <\/div>\n                                            <div class=\"service-box\">\n                                                            <h4>Trailers<\/h4>\n                                                        \n                                                            <div class=\"service-text\">\n                                    <ul>\n<li>Full Load \/ Part Load \/ Groupage \/ Abnormal Load movements<\/li>\n<li>Curtain \/ Euroliner Trailers<\/li>\n<li>Mega Trailers<\/li>\n<li>Flatbed Trailers<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n                                <\/div>\n                                                    <\/div>\n                                    \n           \n                \n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"help quote\">\n    <div class=\"text\">\n                    <h2>Need a quote?<\/h2>\n                \n                    <p>Our team are on hand to answer your queries and provide a quote for Container Haulage and any of our complementary services. Choose an option below;\r\n\r\n<\/p>\n                \n        <div class=\"btn-group\">\n                            <a href=\"#\" target=\"_self\" class=\"common-btn\">\n                    Contact the team                <\/a>\n                        \n                            <a href=\"#\" target=\"_self\" class=\"common-btn\">\n                    Start a Live Chat                <\/a>\n                    <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    \n            <figure class=\"image\">\n            <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/myprojectdemonstration.net\/development\/GrangeShipping\/web\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/team-lady.png\" alt=\"Service Help\">\n        <\/figure>\n    <\/div>\n\n<div class=\"your-contacts space\">\n    <div class=\"inner-space pl-0\">\n        <div class=\"row\">\n            \n            <div class=\"col-md-6\">\n                <h2>Your Groupage Contacts<\/h2>\n            <\/div>\n            <div class=\"col-md-6\"><\/div>\n\n                                                <div class=\"col-md-6\">\n                        <div class=\"profile\">\n                            <figure>\n                                                                    <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/myprojectdemonstration.net\/development\/GrangeShipping\/web\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/profile-img.png\" alt=\"Wendy Pearson\">\n                                                            <\/figure>\n                            <div class=\"right-text\">\n                                <h4>Wendy Pearson<\/h4>\n                                <p>With over 15 years in logistics, Wendy has a deep knowlege of road freight and heads up our Road Freight department at Grange. Wendy will be your contact throughout the movement of your freight.<\/p>\n                                \n                                                                    <a href=\"#\" class=\"find-more\">\n                                        Contact Wendy \n                                        <i class=\"fa-solid fa-arrow-right\"><\/i>\n                                    <\/a>\n                                                            <\/div>\n                        <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                                    <div class=\"col-md-6\">\n                        <div class=\"profile\">\n                            <figure>\n                                                                    <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/myprojectdemonstration.net\/development\/GrangeShipping\/web\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/profile-img.png\" alt=\"Wendy Pearson\">\n                                                            <\/figure>\n                            <div class=\"right-text\">\n                                <h4>Wendy Pearson<\/h4>\n                                <p>With over 15 years in logistics, Wendy has a deep knowlege of road freight and heads up our Road Freight department at Grange. Wendy will be your contact throughout the movement of your freight.<\/p>\n                                \n                                                                    <a href=\"#\" class=\"find-more\">\n                                        Contact Wendy \n                                        <i class=\"fa-solid fa-arrow-right\"><\/i>\n                                    <\/a>\n                                                            <\/div>\n                        <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                                        \n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"faq space\">\n    <div class=\"row align-items-center\">\n        \n        <!-- Left Side: Dynamic Image or Graphic Panel -->\n        <div class=\"col-md-5\">\n            <figure>\n                                    <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/myprojectdemonstration.net\/development\/GrangeShipping\/web\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/faq-1.png\" alt=\"FAQ Illustration\">\n                            <\/figure>\n        <\/div>\n        \n        <!-- Right Side: Accordion\/Question Loop Area -->\n        <div class=\"col-md-7\">\n            <h2>Groupage FAQs<\/h2>\n            \n                            <div class=\"inner-faq\">\n                                                                        <div class=\"faq-box\">\n                                                                    <h4>1. What is Groupage or LCL haulage?<\/h4>\n                                                                \n                                                                    <p>Groupage (LCL \u2013 Less than Container Load) haulage involves consolidating multiple shipments into a single container. It\u2019s ideal for smaller consignments that don\u2019t require a full container but still need reliable, cost-effective transport.<\/p>\n                                                            <\/div>\n                                                                                                <div class=\"faq-box\">\n                                                                    <h4>2. When should I choose LCL instead of FCL?<\/h4>\n                                                                \n                                                                    <p>We provide FCL haulage at all major UK ports, including Felixstowe, London Gateway, Southampton, Liverpool, Tilbury and more. With long-standing partnerships across the UK, we can arrange nationwide delivery and collections from any of these locations.<\/p>\n                                                            <\/div>\n                                                                                                <div class=\"faq-box\">\n                                                                    <h4>3. Do you handle customs clearance for groupage shipments?<\/h4>\n                                                                \n                                                                    <p>Yes. We can manage customs clearance for LCL cargo, including declarations, inspections and liaison with authorities such as HMRC, Port Health and DEFRA where required.<\/p>\n                                                            <\/div>\n                                                                                                <div class=\"faq-box\">\n                                                                    <h4>4. Are groupage shipments more likely to be delayed?<\/h4>\n                                                                \n                                                                    <p>Groupage involves additional consolidation and deconsolidation steps, which can affect transit times. However, our proactive planning and monitoring helps minimise delays and keeps you fully informed.<\/p>\n                                                            <\/div>\n                                                            <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"latest-news articles\">\n    <div class=\"row align-items-center\"> \n         <div class=\"col-md-5\">\n                <h2>Articles<\/h2>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n\n            <div class=\"row align-items-center\"> \n            <div class=\"col-md-12\">\n                <div class=\"inner-space pl-0\">\n                    \n                                            \n                        <div class=\"news-box\">\n                            <div class=\"col-md-5\">\n                                <figure>\n                                                                            <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"208\" height=\"208\" src=\"https:\/\/myprojectdemonstration.net\/development\/GrangeShipping\/web\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/99547a36017d16dd80af8ef4da085c39@2x.png\" class=\"attachment-large size-large wp-post-image\" alt=\"BIFA\u2019s 2025 Standard Trading Conditions: An update for Grange Shipping customers\" srcset=\"https:\/\/myprojectdemonstration.net\/development\/GrangeShipping\/web\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/99547a36017d16dd80af8ef4da085c39@2x.png 208w, https:\/\/myprojectdemonstration.net\/development\/GrangeShipping\/web\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/99547a36017d16dd80af8ef4da085c39@2x-150x150.png 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 208px) 100vw, 208px\" \/>                                                                    <\/figure>\n                            <\/div>\n                            \n                            <div class=\"col-md-7 text\">\n                                <div class=\"inner-space\">\n                                    <span>Friday 22nd May 2026<\/span>\n                                    <h3>BIFA\u2019s 2025 Standard Trading Conditions: An update for Grange Shipping customers<\/h3>\n                                    <p>This is an h2 sub heading Customs clearance is a critical part of any international shipment, and accuracy matters. Grange Shipping has been providing professional customs brokerage services in the UK since 1979, supporting imports, exports and transhipments through all&#8230;<\/p>\n                                    \n                                    <a href=\"https:\/\/myprojectdemonstration.net\/development\/GrangeShipping\/web\/articles\/bifas-2025-standard-trading-conditions-an-update-for-grange-shipping-customers-2\/\" class=\"find-more\">\n                                        Read more <i class=\"fa-solid fa-arrow-right\"><\/i>\n                                    <\/a>\n                                <\/div>\n                            <\/div>\n                        <\/div>\n\n                                        \n                <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"forms-downloads space\">\n    <div class=\"row\">\n        <div class=\"col-md-12\">\n            \n                            <h2>Forms &amp; Downloads<\/h2>\n                        \n            <div class=\"form-wrapper\">\n                                                            <div class=\"form-box\">\n                            <div class=\"inner\">\n                                <span class=\"icon-box\">\n                                    <i class=\"fa-regular fa-file-pdf\"><\/i>\n                                <\/span>\n                                <div class=\"text\">\n                                                                            <h6>European Road Freight Service Guide<\/h6>\n                                    \n                                                                            <p>A handy guide to our European Road Freight service.<\/p>\n                                    \n                                                                            <a href=\"https:\/\/myprojectdemonstration.net\/development\/GrangeShipping\/web\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/dummy-pdf_2.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">\n                                            Download PDF <i class=\"fa-solid fa-square-up-right\"><\/i>\n                                        <\/a>\n                                                                    <\/div>\n                            <\/div>\n                        <\/div>\n                                            <div class=\"form-box\">\n                            <div class=\"inner\">\n                                <span class=\"icon-box\">\n                                    <i class=\"fa-regular fa-file-pdf\"><\/i>\n                                <\/span>\n                                <div class=\"text\">\n                                                                            <h6>France Departments Map<\/h6>\n                                    \n                                                                            <p>A useful reference to the departments in France<\/p>\n                                    \n                                                                            <a href=\"https:\/\/myprojectdemonstration.net\/development\/GrangeShipping\/web\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/dummy-pdf_2.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">\n                                            Download PDF <i class=\"fa-solid fa-square-up-right\"><\/i>\n                                        <\/a>\n                                                                    <\/div>\n                            <\/div>\n                        <\/div>\n                                            <div class=\"form-box\">\n                            <div class=\"inner\">\n                                <span class=\"icon-box\">\n                                    <i class=\"fa-regular fa-file-pdf\"><\/i>\n                                <\/span>\n                                <div class=\"text\">\n                                                                            <h6>Italy Provinces &amp; Regions Map<\/h6>\n                                    \n                                                                            <p>A useful reference to the provinces and regions of Italy<\/p>\n                                    \n                                                                            <a href=\"https:\/\/myprojectdemonstration.net\/development\/GrangeShipping\/web\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/dummy-pdf_2.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">\n                                            Download PDF <i class=\"fa-solid fa-square-up-right\"><\/i>\n                                        <\/a>\n                                                                    <\/div>\n                            <\/div>\n                        <\/div>\n                                            <div class=\"form-box\">\n                            <div class=\"inner\">\n                                <span class=\"icon-box\">\n                                    <i class=\"fa-regular fa-file-pdf\"><\/i>\n                                <\/span>\n                                <div class=\"text\">\n                                                                            <h6>Grange Shipping equipment guide<\/h6>\n                                    \n                                                                            <p>Our guide to container dimensions, weights and payloads<\/p>\n                                    \n                                                                            <a href=\"https:\/\/myprojectdemonstration.net\/development\/GrangeShipping\/web\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/dummy-pdf_2.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">\n                                            Download PDF <i class=\"fa-solid fa-square-up-right\"><\/i>\n                                        <\/a>\n                                                                    <\/div>\n                            <\/div>\n                        <\/div>\n                                                <\/div>\n\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"compliement-service space\">\n    <h2>Complementary Services<\/h2>\n    \n    <div class=\"row\">\n                        <div class=\"col-md-6\">\n                    <div class=\"text-box\">\n                        <h4>Customs Clearance<\/h4>\n                        \n                        <p>Customs clearance is managed by our expert team, handling all documentation and compliance so your goods move through borders smoothly.<\/p>\n                        \n                        <a href=\"https:\/\/myprojectdemonstration.net\/development\/GrangeShipping\/web\/services\/customs-clearance\/\" class=\"find-more\">\n                            Find out more <i class=\"fa-solid fa-arrow-right\"><\/i>\n                        <\/a>\n                    <\/div>\n                <\/div>\n                            <div class=\"col-md-6\">\n                    <div class=\"text-box\">\n                        <h4>EUR1 \/ Certificates of Origin<\/h4>\n                        \n                        <p>EUR1 certificates and Certificates of Origin are handled by our knowledgeable team, ensuring your paperwork is correctly prepared and compliant.<\/p>\n                        \n                        <a href=\"https:\/\/myprojectdemonstration.net\/development\/GrangeShipping\/web\/services\/eur1-certificates-of-origin\/\" class=\"find-more\">\n                            Find out more <i class=\"fa-solid fa-arrow-right\"><\/i>\n                        <\/a>\n                    <\/div>\n                <\/div>\n                            <div class=\"col-md-6\">\n                    <div class=\"text-box\">\n                        <h4>Legalised Invoices<\/h4>\n                        \n                        <p>prepared and processed by our specialist team, our legalised invoices service ensures your documents meet all official requirements.<\/p>\n                        \n                        <a href=\"https:\/\/myprojectdemonstration.net\/development\/GrangeShipping\/web\/services\/legalised-invoices\/\" class=\"find-more\">\n                            Find out more <i class=\"fa-solid fa-arrow-right\"><\/i>\n                        <\/a>\n                    <\/div>\n                <\/div>\n                            <div class=\"col-md-6\">\n                    <div class=\"text-box\">\n                        <h4>Warehousing<\/h4>\n                        \n                        <p>Warehousing provides secure, efficient storage. Ideal for short- or long-term needs, it keeps your inventory organised and ready for onward distribution whenever you need it.<\/p>\n                        \n                        <a href=\"https:\/\/myprojectdemonstration.net\/development\/GrangeShipping\/web\/services\/warehousing\/\" class=\"find-more\">\n                            Find out more <i class=\"fa-solid fa-arrow-right\"><\/i>\n                        <\/a>\n                    <\/div>\n                <\/div>\n                <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"get-in-touch space pt-0\">\n    <div class=\"inner\">\n        <div class=\"row\">\n            \n            <!-- Left Side Canvas\/Graphics Element Panel -->\n            <div class=\"col-md-4\">\n                <figure>\n                                            <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/myprojectdemonstration.net\/development\/GrangeShipping\/web\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/man-on-phone.png\" alt=\"Get in touch\">\n                                    <\/figure>\n            <\/div>\n            \n            <!-- Right Side Messaging & Interaction Actions Panel -->\n            <div class=\"col-md-8\">\n                <div class=\"text\">\n                    <div class=\"left\">\n                                                    <h2>Time to move your freight<\/h2>\n                        \n                                                    <p>Get in touch and get your freight on the move. 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