Contractual Carrier

A Contractual Carrier is a transportation company or carrier that provides services to specific customers under contractual agreements. Unlike common carriers, which offer transportation services to the public without discrimination, contractual carriers enter into negotiated contracts with individual shippers or consignors. These contracts may cover specific routes, volumes, timeframes, and other terms that are mutually agreed upon between the contractual carrier and the customer. Contractual carriers often work with shippers who have consistent shipping needs or specific requirements that warrant a customized transportation solution.