Whether you are shopping for LTL rates or looking for a strategically negotiated LTL program, GLI can deliver. We will help your company identify a combination of LTL services that improve customer satisfaction and your bottom line.
Less-Than-Truckload
Freight Services
Smarter Shipping, Greater Savings: Your LTL Logistics Solution
We offer a comprehensive range of less-than-truckload services in one seamless solution. Giving you control over costs while providing access to the technology, expertise, and trusted carriers you need for every LTL shipment.
- Gain a competitive edge by enhancing on-time performance and accessing the sharpest pricing in the LTL industry.
- Unlock smarter routing decisions with GLI's LTL marketplace and robust carrier APIs.
- Gain access to a group of LTL professionals who help you with all daily transportation tasks, from cradle to grave.
Solutions Tailored To Your Needs
Negotiated LTL Rates
Leverage GLI's negotiating power to obtain market-competitive rates. Every single contract we negotiate is tailored to your company's freight profile. Whether you're shipping standard pallets, overlength, or hazmat, we got you covered!
GLI LTL Marketplace
Shop GLI pricing and your negotiated LTL rates side by side. Our TMS provides the industry's best rate visibility, ensuring every shipment you book is market-competitive. Behind every PRO and tracking number is a dedicated Logistics Manager monitoring your freight from pickup to delivery.
Volume LTL
Optimize your shipping with our volume LTL services. Designed for larger shipments that don’t require the space or transit time of a full truckload, enjoy the flexibility to ship more without paying for unused space at a lower rate.
Cargo Insurance
Carriers are getting out of the claims business, it's time to cover yourself with cargo insurance. Quote our insurance via API or in our TMS with a few clicks. In the event a damage claim happens, you can expect a check in as little as 2 weeks.
eBOLs
Electronic bills of lading (eBOLs) enhance end-to-end shipment visibility, improve data accuracy, and streamline billing processes, creating a smoother and more efficient shipping experience.
Expedited
When it comes to time-sensitive LTL shipments, every second counts. Meet your deadlines with our range of solutions, including courier services, dedicated trucks, and hotshot carrier options for fast and reliable delivery.
Need Specialized LTL Services?
From regular palletized freight to white glove deliveries, our carrier network is designed to meet the unique needs of every shipment. With auto-tracking notifications and trusted carriers, we do everything we can to ensure your goods are delivered claim-free, on time, and in the most cost-effective manner.
Connect Your Global Supply Chain With a Single Platform
Automate, optimize and manage every aspect of the shipment lifecycle across multiple vendors with GLI+. Our single, global, multi-modal transportation management system.
Frequently Asked Questions
Less-than-truckload or LTL shipping refers to shipments weighing over 100 pounds that are too heavy for a parcel carrier but not large enough to require a full truckload. One trailer usually carries multiple businesses’ freight with commodities often arranged on pallets. Pricing is based on density, stowability, handling, and liability.
- Step one – Gather Shipment Details for Quoting: It's necessary to have the exact dimensions, weight, product descriptions, freight class, addresses, and additional services required for pickup or delivery.
- Step two – Manage shipments with our transportation management system (TMS): Quote and book LTL shipments, track the progress of each load, view analytics for cost, and much more with GLI+.
Freight class is a classification system used to determine the density, handling, and stowability of cargo. The class impacts the shipping rate, how the freigth is handled by carriers, and even claim payouts!
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Companies that ship less than 50 LTL shipments per month and/or spend less than $15,000 per month on parcel.
Instantly get LTL and Parcel quotes tailored for small businesses. Improve your visibility, save time, and cut costs on every shipment.
Small Business
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Companies that ship around 55-1,000 LTL shipments per month and/or spend more than $40,000 per month on parcel.
Leverage a single point of contact, state-of-the-art shipping technology, and a freight strategy implemented by experts to suit your specific needs.
Medium Business
Companies that ship more than 1,000 LTL shipments per month and/or spend more than $100,000 per month on parcel.
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Large Business
Our approach is simple for businesses with complex shipping needs: integrate with our Technology and Team to improve every facet of your Supply Chain.