Break Bulk

Break Bulk refers to the system of transporting goods separately in pieces rather than shipping them together in one container.

What is Break Bulk ?
Break Bulk is the process of separating bulk load into individual shipments, which are then transported separately in bags, boxes, drums, etc. since it is too big to fit in a standard shipping container. Shipping break bulks usually take more time than shipping the commodity altogether in standardized containers because each shipment needs to be loaded and unloaded using special equipment. 

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