BNK Logistics is a groupage (LTL) freight provider for shippers whose cargo does not fill a whole truck: we consolidate your pallets with other loads heading the same way and deliver them door to door. From our office in Antalya we plan LTL freight from Turkey to Central Asia, Iran, the Caucasus, Russia and Europe, so a few pallets can travel without paying for an entire trailer.
What we do on an LTL shipment
With groupage, most of the work happens before the truck leaves. Other shippers' cargo shares the trailer, so accurate dimensions, sound packaging and complete documents affect everyone's schedule. On each shipment we:
- Measure the space you need: from pallet or carton count, dimensions, gross weight and stackability we calculate the loading metres, volume or weight share your cargo will use.
- Choose a compatible consolidation: your cargo is combined with loads going to the same country or region and with compatible goods. We do not plan products that could damage each other through odour, moisture or temperature into the same trailer.
- Set the loading order: the first drop is loaded last; heavy, sturdy pallets go low and balance the axle loads, while light or fragile items go on top or in a separate section. With several drop points, the order follows the delivery route.
- Organise pickup and delivery: collection from your premises or delivery to an agreed loading point, then distribution to the consignee at destination.
- Check documents before departure: one shipper's missing paperwork can hold the whole truck, so invoice, packing list and declaration data are matched before loading.
- Share progress: loading, border exit, transhipment and delivery stages appear on your tracking link.
Where we run groupage
Departure frequency varies by lane. European lanes usually offer more frequent groupage, while Central Asian lanes with several border crossings consolidate less often. At quotation stage we agree a target loading date and an approximate delivery window.
- Central Asia: Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan, Turkmenistan, Kyrgyzstan and Tajikistan, our main operating axis. Besides cargo from Turkey, we plan small lots from China to this region. See Central Asia freight.
- Iran: small lots to Iran and in transit through it. In 2026, disruption on sea routes increased demand for road transport to Iran; border conditions are confirmed at planning. See Iran freight.
- Caucasus and Russia: Georgia, Azerbaijan, Armenia and Russia.
- Europe: Bulgaria, Romania, Poland, Germany, Belgium, France, Italy and other EU countries.
Collecting from several suppliers
Many buyers in Central Asia order from several manufacturers in different Turkish cities. Instead of sending each supplier's goods separately, we can collect the lots and combine them into one shipment, which can simplify customs and delivery at destination. We track each supplier's ready date, packaging and invoice in one list and time the departure around the last lot. If the combined volume fills most of a trailer, we switch the plan to a full truck.
When to move from LTL to a full truck
Groupage is not always the cheapest option. As your cargo grows, the space it occupies costs more, and at some point a dedicated trailer becomes better value per pallet and faster. That break-even point is not a fixed pallet count: weight, stackability, the groupage rate on the lane and how critical the delivery date is all play a role. As a rough guide, cargo using less than a third of the trailer suits LTL, and more than half usually suits a full truck; in between we price both.
| Your situation | Usually suitable | What to watch |
|---|---|---|
| A few pallets or cartons, flexible date | Groupage | Consolidation schedule, sturdy palletising |
| Between a third and half of a trailer | Both options priced | Stackability and delivery date decide |
| More than half of a trailer | Full truck | Cost per pallet is often lower |
| Non-stackable or light, bulky cargo | Depends on the calculation | Floor space matters more than weight |
| Fixed date, fragile or high-value goods | Full truck | Avoids transhipment and extra handling |
| Regular small orders | Groupage or combined full truck | Combining orders may cross the threshold |
For when a dedicated trailer makes sense, see our full truckload page.
Packaging and labelling
- Goods on a sound pallet, stretch-wrapped and strapped where needed, with no overhang.
- Clear labels on every package with consignee, order number and piece number (1/5, 2/5).
- Non-stackable goods marked and declared at quotation stage.
- Leak-proof packaging for liquids, edge protection for fragile goods.
- Dimensions and weights on the packing list matching the actual cargo.
Documents checklist
- Commercial invoice and packing list
- Export declaration (separate for each shipper)
- CMR consignment note
- TIR Carnet or transit declaration, depending on the route
- Certificate of origin or movement certificate
- Product certificates where required
Requirements are confirmed against current regulations and destination rules before each shipment. Dangerous goods can only join a groupage load under an ADR-compliant plan, so please mention them at the first contact.
Why BNK Logistics
- Planning first: near the threshold, we compare LTL and FTL for you.
- Multimodal view: if road groupage does not fit, we look at sea LCL or rail.
- A tracking link with shipment stages and shared documents; CMR, invoice, packing list and photos kept in one folder.
- Communication in English, Turkish, Russian and Chinese, including WhatsApp.
- An office in Antalya for face-to-face planning.
What we need for a groupage quote
Pickup and delivery addresses, cargo type, packaging, number of pieces or pallets, dimensions of each item, total gross weight, whether the cargo is stackable, target shipping date and any special handling needs. If we are collecting from several suppliers, list each loading address. You receive a tracking code when you submit the form, and our team follows up to confirm the consolidation and departure date.
Frequently asked questions
What is the minimum shipment for groupage?
We can usually plan from a single pallet. For very small shipments, fixed costs such as collection, documents and handling raise the price per pallet, so combining several pallets is often better value.
When will my LTL cargo leave?
Departure depends on the consolidation schedule for your lane, which varies by destination. We agree a target loading date and approximate delivery window at quotation stage. If the date is critical, we also price a dedicated truck.
How do I decide between LTL and FTL?
The space your cargo uses, its weight, stackability and the importance of the delivery date decide. Roughly, under a third of a trailer suits LTL and over half suits FTL; in between we price both and compare.
Can you combine goods from several Turkish suppliers into one truck?
Yes. We can plan collection from several loading addresses and consolidate the lots into one shipment, tracking each supplier's ready date, packaging and invoice. If the total volume is large enough, we switch to a full truck.
Do you offer groupage from China to Central Asia?
China to Central Asia is one of our main operating axes. For small lots we assess road groupage, rail and sea LCL together, depending on the cargo and the delivery expectation.
