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[Logistics terms](https://safeandsecure.in/answers/glossary/) · Logistics terms

# What does Transshipment mean in logistics?

Short answer

Transferring cargo or containers from one vessel or conveyance to another at an intermediate port or point on the way to the final destination.

A large share of India’s container trade has historically been transshipped at foreign hubs such as Colombo and Singapore, which adds time and cost; India is developing its own transshipment capacity. Ask our desk how this applies to your consignment.

Period: General definition. Data as of 29 Sep 2026. [How we count](https://safeandsecure.in/facts/)

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## The numbers behind this answer

**Category**: Air, sea & rail

**Related terms**: Port (major and non-major), Bill of lading (B/L), FCL (full container load), JNPT (Nhava Sheva)

## Sources

1. [SSL logistics glossary](https://safeandsecure.in/glossary/#transshipment)

Period: General definition. Data as of 29 Sep 2026.

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## On this site

- [Logistics glossary](https://safeandsecure.in/glossary/#transshipment)
- [Transshipment: related page](https://safeandsecure.in/services/sea-freight/)

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