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Half container
Container with low sides which can be loaded up to 1.10 metres.
Handling
The operations and auxiliary freight services that relate to the handling of goods such as the loading and unloading of goods.
Handling Index
Number of Load Units taken from the storage area.
Haul
The distance travelled during transport (long haul = long distance, short haul = short distance).
Haulage / cartage
The transport of a load by road between defined points.
Haulier
Carrier who transports via road
