What is 'connecting carrier' in SAP TM-ADP-CSL - Container Shipping Line?

connecting carrier - Overview

• Component: TM-ADP-CSL

• Component Name: Container Shipping Line

• Description: A carrier that has a direct operating connection with another carrier, or which forms an operating link between two or more carriers.

connecting carrier - Details

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  Key Concepts: 
  Connecting carrier is a term used in SAP Transportation Management (TM) to refer to a carrier that is responsible for the transportation of goods from one point to another. This carrier is usually a container shipping line (CSL) that is contracted by the shipper to transport goods from one port to another. The connecting carrier is responsible for the loading and unloading of the goods, as well as the transport of the goods from one port to another. 
  
  How to use it: 
  In SAP TM, connecting carriers are used to manage the transportation of goods from one port to another. The connecting carrier is responsible for the loading and unloading of the goods, as well as the transport of the goods from one port to another. The connecting carrier can be selected based on criteria such as cost, transit time, and reliability. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When selecting a connecting carrier, it is important to consider factors such as cost, transit time, and reliability. Additionally, it is important to ensure that the connecting carrier has the necessary licenses and permits required for transporting goods between ports. 
  
  Related Information: 
  For more information on connecting carriers in SAP TM, please refer to SAP Help Portal article “Connecting Carrier in Transportation Management” (https://help.sap.com/viewer/6b94445c94ae495c83a19646e7c3fd56/1709%20000/en-US/d8f2f9f3d7a14b8f9a7e4d2b5f1e6d2a.html).