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Jan 15, 2019

Shipping Terms Glossary: Service Type

Common Shipping Terms: Service Type

The service refers to the service that the shipper or buyer requested from the freight forwarder — or from a service like Shippabo. Available service types include: port to port, port to door, door to port, door to door. 

 

You can download our full glossary of shipping terms here.

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