Logistics
Multimodal Transport
Also known as: Combined transport, Intermodal transport
The movement of goods using at least two different modes of transport under a single contract and transport document.
Also known as: Combined transport, Intermodal transport
The movement of goods using at least two different modes of transport under a single contract and transport document.
Multimodal transport involves moving goods using two or more modes of transport (sea, land, air, rail) under a single contract and multimodal transport document. A Multimodal Transport Operator (MTO) assumes responsibility for the entire chain.
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A generic document covering the movement of goods by any mode of transport (sea, air, land, or rail) that is an indispensable requirement for customs clearance.
DocumentsBill of Lading (B/L)
An ocean transport document issued by the carrier that serves as a contract of carriage, receipt of goods, and document of title to the cargo.
LogisticsFreight Forwarder
A logistics intermediary that organizes and coordinates international transport of goods on behalf of importers and exporters, managing routes, documentation, and complementary services.
LogisticsSupply Chain
An integrated network of organizations, people, activities, information, and resources involved in creating and delivering a product, from raw materials to the end consumer.
DocumentsCarta Porte (Bill of Lading)
A document covering the transport of goods by land within Mexico, mandatory as a CFDI tax document supplement since 2022.