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What Is Cargo Shipping? Types Of Cargo [Infographic]

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Sanjay Negi

Assistant Director @ Shiprocket

April 21, 2022

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    Cargo shipping is an integral part of the supply chain and logistics industry. The term essentially revolves around the transportation of goods. The term cargo is used for the goods transported via ship or plane. Mails can also be called cargo.

    The word cargo is related to the goods transported and does not include payment or money charged for transportation of goods. The product that is being transported is called cargo. The large cargo containers (product containers) are used to carry products from one place to another. Goods can also be transported on pallets, handling nets, or any other such means.

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