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What does MTO (multimodal transport operator) mean in logistics?
Short answer
A person who contracts to carry goods by at least two modes of transport under one multimodal transport document and takes responsibility for the whole journey.
MTOs in India must register with the Directorate General of Shipping under the Multimodal Transportation of Goods Act, 1993. NVOCCs issuing their own bills of lading in India typically hold this registration. Ask our desk how this applies to your consignment.
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The numbers behind this answer
- Also called
- MTO, multimodal transport
- Category
- EXIM & customs
- Related terms
- NVOCC, Freight forwarder, Bill of lading (B/L), ICD (inland container depot)
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