Backhaul
Logistics Term
What’s Backhaul ?
Backhaul is the vehicle's return trip from the initial destination point to the initial point of origin. It also describes the return of cargo over just a portion of the route it had initially covered. It involves a fully loaded trailer, a partially loaded trailer, or less than a truckload. A backhaul is essential in freight shipping because, upon delivery, the driver must return the trailer to its original point or another more profitable and lucrative location. However, such trips are free as the client's cargo has already been offloaded. With a great understanding of the backhaul, customers can save a great deal of money.
Benefits of Backhaul
On the return trip, trailers offer great discounts to secure freights for clients due to lower demand for these trucks; equally, returning in an empty trailer would be uneconomical. The only downside of a backhaul is that a lot of involvement is needed for a customer to enjoy the discounted service. For example, you should be on top of things by understanding the complex mechanisms of driving hours regulations, GPS truck tracking, and a committed truckload team to act on any such opportunity that arises.
