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Incoterms 2020

What is Feeder Service?

Feeder Service A short-sea or coastal shipping service that transfers cargo between smaller regional ports and larger hub ports.

Source: Incoterms 2020 (ICC), FIATA, IATA DGR, WCO

How is “Feeder Service” Used in Practice?

The port relies on feeder service to connect local cargo to major international shipping routes.

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Who Needs to Know This Term?

  • Freight Forwarders
  • Supply Chain Managers
  • Customs Brokers

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What is Feeder Service?

A short-sea or coastal shipping service that transfers cargo between smaller regional ports and larger hub ports.

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