Backload

{
  "id": "MLC-T-IND-000375",
  "term": "Backload",
  "field": "Industrial and trades",
  "definition": "A load of cargo or freight carried by a commercial vehicle on its return journey, after delivering its primary shipment. Securing a backload, also known as a return load, prevents the vehicle from traveling empty and increases the profitability of the trip by generating revenue on the otherwise non-productive return leg. Freight brokers and load boards are common resources for finding backload opportunities.",
  "subject": "Transport and logistics",
  "translations": {
    "de": "Rücklast laden",
    "es": "cargar de vuelta",
    "fr": "recharger"
  },
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/industrial/backload/"
}