Full Truckload (FTL) Road Transportation
When your cargo fills a whole vehicle, full truckload is the fastest and safest solution. Özd Global dedicates the truck to your shipment alone and delivers directly without transshipment. With tilt, box, refrigerated and mega trailer options we plan the right vehicle for every type of cargo.
Less-than-Truckload (LTL) Groupage
For smaller volumes, groupage transportation means you pay only for the space you use. On Özd Global's regular Europe and Middle East lines your cargo is consolidated with other shipments, handled safely in our warehouses and delivered on a fixed schedule. Ideal for exporters who need a low-cost, predictable and regular freight solution.
The Özd Global Difference in International Trucking
Success in road freight starts with the right route and the right documents. The Özd Global operations team handles TIR carnets, CMR, T1/T2 transit documents and ADR requirements on your behalf, plans border crossings in advance and minimizes waiting times. Your logistics costs go down and your delivery date becomes clear.
How are road freight prices determined?
In international road transportation the price is shaped by route length, cargo volume and weight, vehicle type, border gate costs, fuel prices, seasonal demand and the availability of return loads. For a full truck the price is per vehicle; for groupage it is calculated per loading meter (LDM), pallet count or volumetric weight. The Özd Global quote itemizes freight, border and toll charges, insurance and customs clearance where applicable, so you see your total logistics cost clearly from the start. For regular shipments we provide price stability with annual contracted tariffs.
Transit times on European and Middle East lines
Transit time for road freight from Türkiye to Europe depends on border crossings and driver rest rules. Full trucks departing from Gebze reach Germany, the Netherlands and Belgium in 4-6 days on average, Italy and France in 4-7 days, Poland and the Baltic states in 5-8 days. Groupage adds 2-3 days due to consolidation at hubs. On the Middle East line we plan 3-5 days to Iraq via Habur, 4-6 days to Georgia and Azerbaijan and 7-10 days to the Gulf countries. All times are confirmed at the quotation stage based on current border traffic.
Which cargo is road freight best suited for?
Road transportation offers the most balanced cost-to-time ratio for medium-volume, time-sensitive export cargo such as machinery and spare parts, textiles and apparel, automotive supplies, furniture, packaging, chemicals and food products. Door-to-door delivery eliminates port and airport handling costs; the cargo travels in a single vehicle without transshipment. Cold-chain goods in refrigerated trucks, dangerous goods in ADR vehicles and bulky cargo in mega trailers are also carried safely by road.
Full truckload (FTL) vs. groupage (LTL) road freight
| Criteria | Full Truckload (FTL) | Groupage (LTL) |
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| Suitable volume | Full vehicle up to 13.6 m / 24 t | 1 pallet – 10 LDM |
| Transit time | Shortest; no transshipment | 2-3 days longer; consolidation |
| Pricing | Fixed price per vehicle | Per volume / pallet / LDM |
| Handling | One loading, one unloading | Handling at the hub |
| Schedule | Flexible, on demand | Fixed weekly departures |
| Ideal for | Bulky, urgent, sensitive cargo | Small and regular shipments |
How It Works
What happens step by step in the Road Freight process?
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Cargo analysis and quote
Full or groupage road transport is recommended based on weight, volume, palletization and delivery time; the price is given the same day.
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Vehicle allocation and loading
A tilt, refrigerated or mega trailer is allocated; the cargo is collected from your address and the CMR is issued.
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Transit and border crossing
Border crossings are planned in advance with TIR carnet and T1/T2 documents; the vehicle is tracked 24/7 by GPS.
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Customs and delivery
Clearance is completed in the destination country, the cargo is delivered to the consignee's door and the proof of delivery is sent digitally.
Why Özd Global?
Regular lines
Weekly departures to Germany, France, Italy, the Netherlands and the Middle East; a predictable schedule for groupage.
Flexible fleet
Standard tilt, mega, refrigerated, box and ADR vehicle options.
Border expertise
Experienced operations team at the Kapıkule, Hamzabeyli, Habur and Sarp border gates.
Transparent pricing
Freight, border costs and insurance are itemized separately in the quote.
Main Routes and Destinations
- Türkiye – Germany road freight
- Türkiye – France road freight
- Türkiye – Italy road freight
- Türkiye – Netherlands and Belgium freight
- Türkiye – Poland and Czechia freight
- Türkiye – Iraq (Habur) freight
- Türkiye – Azerbaijan and Georgia freight
- Türkiye – Saudi Arabia and Gulf freight
Required Documents
Documents that should be ready before dispatch; our team guides you on anything missing.
- Commercial invoice and packing list
- CMR consignment note (issued by Özd Global)
- ATR or EUR.1 movement certificate
- Certificate of origin (depending on country)
- Safety data sheet (SDS) for ADR cargo
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does road freight take?
Full truckload shipments from Türkiye to Central Europe take 4-6 days on average, groupage 6-9 days. On Middle East routes transit is 3-7 days depending on the destination. Özd Global shares a clear delivery schedule for every shipment.
What is the difference between FTL and LTL?
In full truckload (FTL) the vehicle carries only your cargo with no transshipment. In groupage (LTL) your cargo shares the vehicle with other shipments, which is more economical for smaller volumes.
Is my cargo insured during road transportation?
Yes. All our international road shipments are covered by CMR liability insurance. Depending on the value of the goods we can also arrange all-risk cargo insurance.
How do I get a road freight quote?
Fill in the contact form or call +90 551 462 41 34 with your origin, destination, weight and volume. Özd Global prepares a quote within the same business day.
Do you offer refrigerated road transportation?
Yes. For food, pharmaceuticals and temperature-sensitive goods we provide road transport in temperature-controlled refrigerated vehicles between -25°C and +25°C; temperature logs are shared on request.
Is there a minimum quantity for groupage?
No. You can request a groupage road freight quote even for a single pallet or a few cartons; you pay according to the volume of your cargo.
How is the road freight price determined?
The price depends on the route, cargo volume and weight, vehicle type, border costs, fuel costs and seasonal demand. Özd Global itemizes every cost in each quote.
