backhaul freight

[/ˈbækhɔːl freɪt/]
nounpl: backhaul freights
carga de retorno
1. Cargo transported on the return journey of a vehicle that would otherwise travel empty, typically at a reduced rate
The trucking company offered backhaul freight at a discount to maximize vehicle utilization on the return trip.
A empresa de transporte ofereceu carga de retorno com desconto para maximizar a utilização do veículo na volta.
2. Goods moved from a destination back toward the origin point in a supply chain to reduce empty miles
Using backhaul freight is an efficient logistics strategy that reduces transportation costs.
Usar carga de retorno é uma estratégia de logística eficiente que reduz os custos de transporte.
In both Brazilian and American logistics industries, backhaul freight is a crucial cost-management strategy. Brazilian trucking companies (transportadoras) frequently utilize backhaul arrangements to remain competitive, while American trucking associations actively promote backhaul matching through digital platforms and brokers to improve industry efficiency and sustainability.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
return cargoreturn freightback freightreverse logistics cargo
Antonyms / Antônimos
empty returndeadhead freightempty haul

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
carga de retorno
Most common term in Brazilian Portuguese logistics industry
São Paulo
carga de volta
Alternative informal usage in São Paulo's logistics sector
Portugal
carga de regresso
Portuguese European standard term for return cargo
General American
backhaul freight
Standard terminology in North American logistics and trucking industry

Related Words

freight consolidationload optimizationempty mileslogistics efficiencytransportation cost reductionvehicle utilization

Related Idioms & Phrases

fill the back haul
optimize the return journey
reduce empty miles
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