If you buy from several Chinese suppliers, shipping each order separately is usually the most expensive and disorganized option. Consolidation collects goods from multiple factories into one location, stores them until everything is ready, then ships as a single load.
Why consolidate
| Benefit | How it helps |
|---|---|
| Lower freight | One shipment instead of many partials |
| Fewer handlings | Less damage and fewer missing cartons |
| Simpler receiving | One arrival instead of scattered deliveries |
| Better timing | Ship only when the full order is ready |
How the process works
- Each supplier ships to a consolidation hub.
- Goods are received and checked against the order.
- Items are stored until all are ready.
- Cartons are optimized into one load (palletized where useful).
- Consolidated documents are prepared for export.
- The single shipment is tracked to your destination.
What to confirm first
- Ready dates from each supplier so storage time is predictable
- Carton sizes and total volume or weight
- Destination port or address and Incoterms
- Any special handling or labeling
Our Warehousing & Consolidation Coordination handles receipt, storage and load optimization, and our Freight & Export Coordination manages the shipment. You can also use your own freight forwarder — we prepare the goods and documents for handover.
Note: Storage has costs and time limits. We state these upfront so consolidation remains cheaper than shipping separately.
Tell us your suppliers and ready dates and we will plan a consolidation schedule.