Logistics and supply chain terminology · MLC-0105
Logistics and supply chain terms: F (13)
- First mile deliveryThe initial stage of the shipping process, involving the movement of goods from their point of origin, such...
- Flat rate shippingA pricing model for shipping where a single, fixed cost is charged for delivery, regardless of the weight...
- FlexitankA large, flexible bag or bladder designed to fit inside a standard shipping container, used for the bulk...
- Foreign trade zone (FTZ)A designated area within a country, located in or near a customs port of entry, that is considered outside...
- Fourth-party Logistics (4PL)A supply chain integrator that assembles and manages the resources, capabilities, and technology of its own...
- Free alongside ship (FAS)An Incoterm (International Commercial Term) where the seller delivers the goods alongside the vessel at the...
- Free carrierAn Incoterm (International Commercial Term) where the seller delivers the goods to the carrier or another...
- Free on board (FOB)An Incoterm (International Commercial Term) where the seller delivers the goods on board the vessel nominated...
- Free zoneA designated geographical area within a country where goods can be landed, handled, manufactured, or...
- Free-trade zone (FTZ)A designated geographic area within a country where goods can be imported, stored, manufactured, and...
- Freight all kinds (FAK)A shipping rate classification where a single rate is applied to a mixed consignment of different types of...
- Fuel surchargeAn additional fee applied to transportation costs by carriers to account for fluctuations in fuel prices...
- Full container load (FCL)A shipping arrangement where a single consignee uses a shipping container for their goods. The container is...
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