cargo transportation
[ˈkɑrɡoʊ ˌtrænspərˈteɪʃən]
nounpl: cargo transportations
transporte de carga
1. The commercial movement and delivery of goods or freight from one location to another using various modes of transport
Cargo transportation by truck is the most common method for domestic deliveries.
O transporte de carga por caminhão é o método mais comum para entregas domésticas.
2. The industry and services involved in moving freight across land, sea, or air
The cargo transportation sector experienced significant growth during the pandemic.
O setor de transporte de carga experimentou crescimento significativo durante a pandemia.
3. The logistics and management of moving bulk goods or materials efficiently
Modern cargo transportation requires sophisticated tracking systems and route optimization.
O transporte de carga moderno requer sistemas sofisticados de rastreamento e otimização de rotas.
Cargo transportation is critical to Brazil's economy given its vast territory and reliance on truck transportation for inland distribution. In the USA, it's a major industry with significant federal regulation. The term is used formally in both business and government contexts, referring to a fundamental economic activity in both countries.
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