Transport & Forwarding
FTL and LTL transport services for logistics operators (3PL/4PL)
Gab-Trans, based in Suwałki, delivers scalable road transport for distribution networks and logistics centres, combining LTL flexibility with FTL reliability. We design and run domestic and international routes, integrate with the operator's TMS/WMS, and provide proactive ETAs and transparent KPIs to stabilise the supply chain under variable demand.
- FTL and LTL under one provider
- Integration with the operator's TMS/WMS
- EDI standards and GS1/SSCC labelling
- GPS telematics and live monitoring
- Compliance with EU cabotage and Mobility Package rules
- In the transport industry since 1991
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We match the transport model to the order profile — volume and load density, SLA and time windows, quality requirements and security regimes — to minimise total cost of transport (TCO) and operational risk for the logistics operator.
For 3PL/4PL networks, transport isn't a standalone service but part of a wider supply chain spanning many shippers, consignees and cross-dock points. That's why we focus on predictability, standardised communication and smooth integration with the operator's processes — from booking to settlement.
Scope of service
Transport for logistics operators — what we cover
We support 3PL/4PL operators across multiple stages of the distribution network:
We match the transport model to the network structure, lane volumes, the operator's quality requirements and demand seasonality.
FTL or LTL?
Two transport models — matched to volume and network density
Full truck load transport across the logistics network
Dedicated transport (Full Truck Load), where a single shipment occupies the entire vehicle, reduces the number of handling points and shortens the planning process. It suits hub-to-hub lanes, large volumes and shipments requiring predictable transit time.
FTL cuts transit time by 20–40% versus LTL over comparable distances. In sensitive chains — pharma and electronics among them — choosing FTL typically raises OTIF by 3–5 pp versus LTL; we maintain ADR compliance for dangerous goods when required.
We particularly recommend FTL for:
- full trailer loads between network hubs
- regular deliveries to distribution centres
- volumes requiring predictable delivery time
- sensitive cargo (pharma, electronics, ADR)
- lanes not worth consolidating with other shippers' freight
- seasonal volume peaks across the network
For the operator, the benefit is greater control over timing, routing, documentation and the operational point of contact.
Freight consolidation for the distribution network
Less Than Truck Load transport consolidates freight from multiple shippers and is optimal for volumes up to 8–10 pallets — without losing SLA control or shipment visibility in the operator's system.
LTL cuts unit cost by up to 15–30% for smaller volumes. Compared with dedicated FTL, LTL consolidation for loads under half a trailer can cut per-pallet transport cost by 20–30%.
LTL works well for:
- volumes up to 8–10 pallets
- restocking warehouses with freight from multiple shippers
- top-ups between regular FTL deliveries
- shipments to multiple network points from one hub
- variable, hard-to-predict volume
- cases where a full trailer isn't cost-justified
For the operator, the benefit is flexibility and matching transport cost to the actual volume on a given lane.
Operating model
Hub-and-spoke, data standards and telematics
Scalable network coverage requires repeatable processes and full shipment visibility — so we build operations on proven industry standards:
Hub-and-spoke and cross-docking
We operate a hub-and-spoke model with controlled cross-docking, which on domestic lanes cuts average lead time by 12–25% versus transport without node consolidation.
EDI and GS1/SSCC standards
We standardise EDI communication (including DESADV, IFTMIN) and GS1/SSCC labelling, cutting booking errors and claims by 15–20% versus non-standardised communication.
GPS telematics and dynamic planning
A fleet equipped with GPS and advanced telematics enables dynamic planning and live monitoring — cutting empty runs by 5–12%, and by at least 8% on a sustained basis in fleets above 50 vehicles.
Proactive ETA and transparent KPIs
We give the operator proactive estimated delivery times and transparent service-quality indicators to stabilise planning under variable demand.
Data and industry benchmarks
The numbers behind our SLA planning
We design SLAs, time windows and transport model selection around reference benchmarks from the logistics industry:
92–97%
OTIF level at premium carriers
Reference on-time-in-full delivery level on international routes — the benchmark we design SLAs and time windows around.
30+ countries
Electronic CMR (e-CMR)
e-CMR is accepted in more than 30 countries; Poland joined the additional protocol in 2020. Electronic document exchange typically shortens customs and handover time by 24–48 hours.
-30% or more
TAPA TSR — cargo protection
Applying the TAPA TSR standard on high-tech and pharma projects systemically lowers cargo theft risk, supporting operational continuity.
-10–15% annually
FTL/LTL mix optimisation
Analytically optimising the transport model at the shipping-lane and seasonality level can cut total logistics cost year over year while keeping the required service level.
Regulatory compliance
Cabotage, the Mobility Package and transport documentation
We manage compliance for international operations, factoring in EU legal frameworks at the route-planning stage:
EU cabotage limits
EU cabotage rules cap operations at a maximum of 3 within 7 days after an inbound unload. We factor this limit into international route planning.
EU Mobility Package
The EU Mobility Package requires vehicles to return to the carrier's home country every 8 weeks. We plan routes to stay compliant without disrupting delivery continuity.
CMR and e-CMR
We handle both the traditional CMR consignment note and the electronic e-CMR, speeding up customs clearance and document handover in international transport.
Incoterms 2020
We work to Incoterms 2020 with clearly defined responsibility splits (EXW, FCA, DAP, DDP), making it easy to plug into 3PL/4PL processes — from booking to delivery confirmation and settlement.
Cargo with special security requirements
On high-tech and pharmaceutical projects we apply TAPA FSR/TSR security standards, and we maintain ADR compliance for dangerous goods. If your order needs special security, controlled temperature or a specific trailer type, let us know at the enquiry stage.
Location
Suwałki: direct access to Via Baltica
Our location in Suwałki gives us direct access to the Via Baltica route, the national road network managed by GDDKiA, and the TEN-T corridors. This shortens the run to border crossings and increases transit-time predictability on the EU's northern axis — a key advantage for operators serving networks in the Baltic region.
Process
How we organise cooperation with a logistics operator
For 3PL/4PL network coverage, we follow a model that structures transport from audit through to ongoing optimisation:
01
Route and volume audit
We analyse the network structure, lanes, volumes and demand seasonality.
02
FTL/LTL mix selection
We choose the transport model at the shipping-lane level, minimising TCO.
03
EDI/TMS/WMS integration
We set data exchange standards, GS1/SSCC labelling and integration with the operator's systems.
04
SLA and KPI setup
We confirm time windows, OTIF targets and reporting rules.
05
Execution and monitoring
We run transport with GPS and telematics, providing proactive ETAs.
06
Reporting and optimisation
We review results and periodically optimise the FTL/LTL mix.
Cooperation models
One-off, recurring and contract-based transport
A logistics operator can commission a single FTL or LTL transport, but for ongoing network coverage it's worth setting up a broader cooperation model with fixed lanes, schedules and reporting standards.
Ongoing cooperation
Regular volumes? Check out contract FTL service
For regular volumes between network nodes, you can move to contract FTL service — with fixed lanes, transport frequency and cooperation terms.
Explore contract FTL serviceFor regular volumes we can set up:
Why Gab-Trans
Why Gab-Trans?
Gab-Trans is a transport company operating since 1991. We handle domestic and international transport, helping 3PL/4PL logistics operators scale their distribution network coverage. We provide:
Quote
What information do we need for a quote?
To prepare a transport quote for a logistics network, we need operational data. The more precise the information we receive up front, the faster we can confirm feasibility and prepare a tailored quote.
Information needed for a request:
- Network structure: lanes between hubs, warehouses and cross-dock points
- Expected volume and seasonality on each lane
- Loading date and required delivery date
- Cargo type, weight, number of pallets or loading metres
- Required trailer type
- ADR, TAPA or controlled-temperature requirements, if applicable
- EDI/GS1 standards used in the operator's network
- Required SLAs, time windows and KPI targets
- Warehouse working hours and booking rules
- Contact details for loading and unloading points
- Whether the order is one-off, recurring or contract-based
Send us your network structure, volumes and SLA requirements — we'll check FTL or LTL feasibility and come back with a proposal tailored to your distribution network.
Send a transport request for your logistics network
SERVICES
Other Gab-Trans services
Let's run a quick audit of your network
Contact the Gab-Trans team in Suwałki to run a quick route audit and choose the FTL or LTL option that fits your supply network.
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