Global trade and international shopping have grown exponentially in recent years, and with them, package forwarding and consolidation have become essential services for optimizing shipping costs. Shipment consolidation, a technique that groups several packages into a single shipment, looks like an excellent option at first glance, promising significant savings and simpler logistics. However, not all consolidation companies operate with the transparency and ethics that customers deserve.
What looks like savings may not be: Watch out for hidden tactics
Many companies promote "free" or "no extra charge" package consolidations, and this is exactly where you need to be on alert. Behind this attractive offer, some companies resort to a deceptive practice that hits your wallet directly. These companies tend to add up the
physical weight and the
volumetric weight of each package separately, instead of recalculating both after consolidation.
This trick lets them charge for a shipment with inflated dimensions, ignoring the fact that, when packages are grouped properly, both the weight and the final size of the shipment can be significantly reduced. In short, you end up paying for a volume that doesn't reflect the reality of what's actually being shipped, which means a higher cost and a hidden advantage for the company offering the service. This unethical practice generates profit for consolidation companies at the customer's expense, and the worst part is that most users don't realize it until it's too late.
How does this inflated volumetric calculation technique affect you?
- You pay more: By adding up the weight and volume of each package without consolidating, you're charged rates based on exaggerated measurements.
- Distortion of the real cost: The prices you see at the start don't reflect what your shipment should actually cost, which affects your budget and expectations.
- Hidden benefit for the company: By artificially inflating the size of the package, the consolidation company maximizes its revenue at the customer's expense.
MDE: Honesty and transparency in package consolidation
At
MDE, we firmly believe in transparency and in offering fair, efficient logistics solutions for our customers. We set ourselves apart from the competition with an honest approach to package consolidation. How do we do it?
We reconfigure packages to optimize weight and size
When we receive a consolidation order,
we don't simply add up the weights and volumes of each package. Instead,
we reconfigure the packages to ensure that the final package takes up as little space as possible and weighs only what it should. This optimization of measurements and weight means our customers pay only for what they're actually shipping, with no tricks or hidden extra costs.
Real-time data updates
Once the packages have been consolidated and optimized, we automatically update the information in our system. That way, when the customer requests a shipping quote through their preferred carrier, the data reflects exactly what will be sent.
Total transparency: that's what we offer at MDE.
The best shipping price on the market
By optimizing your packages properly and giving you the chance to compare multiple carriers, we guarantee you'll get the best possible price for your shipment. Our platform lets you access competitive rates and pay exactly what's right for the real size and weight of your shipment.
Multi-warehouse consolidation: Innovation to save time and money
In addition to our traditional consolidation, at
MDE we offer a service that's unique on the market:
multi-warehouse consolidation. This service is ideal for those who shop across different regions or countries, as it lets you
combine packages from different warehouses into a single shipment, optimizing shipping costs and reducing delivery times.
Advantages of multi-warehouse consolidation:
- Geographic flexibility: Receive products from multiple strategic locations across Europe, America and Asia (Spain, France, Italy, Germany, the UK, the Czech Republic, Turkey, the USA, Hong Kong and China) and group them into a single shipment.
- Cost optimization: By avoiding several individual shipments, you save money by consolidating everything into a single package, with no hidden charges or surprises.
- Greater control: You can choose when and how to send the packages to your customers, whatever best suits your needs.
- Fast distribution: Thanks to our strategic locations, we can deliver your products more efficiently, reducing transit time.
Satisfied customers back us up: Your transparent, reliable solution
At
MDE, we're proud to have the support of our customers, who value our
transparency, efficiency and real savings. We're not just another package consolidation company; we're your logistics partner, making sure you're never affected by deceptive practices that inflate shipping costs.
Conclusion: MDE is the smart choice for consolidating packages
If you're looking for an
honest,
transparent international package consolidation service that truly optimizes your costs,
MDE is the option you need. We take the time to reconfigure your packages, give you full control over your shipment, and offer the best price on the market. On top of that, our multi-warehouse consolidation service is one of a kind and gives you the flexibility to manage shipments from multiple locations with ease and savings.
Don't wait any longer! Join the community of satisfied customers already enjoying the advantages of MDE.
Sign up now and start optimizing your shipments with no surprises, with the peace of mind of working with a company that puts its customers first.
