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Breakbulk Cargo

Breakbulk Cargo

Goods that must be loaded individually rather than in containers.

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What is Breakbulk Cargo?

Breakbulk cargo consists of goods that must be loaded individually rather than in containers. This includes oversized items, heavy machinery, and project cargo that cannot fit in standard shipping containers.

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