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Accessorial fees

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Accessorial fees are additional charges in transportation that go beyond the basic cost of shipping, known as the line-haul cost. These fees cover specialized services or conditions like extended waiting times, special handling, or fluctuating fuel prices.

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4PL

See Fourth-party logistics. ...

AAR

See Association of American Railroads. ...

Abandonment

Abandonment in the context of railroad tracks refers to the discontinuation of their use for transportation services. This can involve removing the tracks entirely or leaving them in place for...

ABS

See American Bureau of Shipping. ...

AC-powered train

An AC-powered train uses alternating current (AC) from an external grid for propulsion. Electricity is collected by the train through overhead lines or a third rail and then converted to...

Accessorial fees

Accessorial fees are additional charges in transportation that go beyond the basic cost of shipping, known as the line-haul cost. These fees cover specialized services or conditions like extended waiting...

AES

See Automated Export System. ...

AfA

See Airforwarders Association. ...

Air freight / Airfreight

Air freight cargo refers to the transportation of goods using air carriers, often via specialized cargo planes or passenger aircraft with cargo capabilities. This shipping method is prized for its...

Air waybill (AWB)

An air waybill (AWB) is a legal document issued by an airline or freight forwarder that serves multiple purposes in the air cargo shipping process. It acts as a receipt...