Shipper

Shipper or Consignor definition and illustration

Shipper or Consignor:

A shipper or consignor is a person or company like a manufacturer, retailer or distributor that needs to ship goods. They are usually the supplier or owner of the goods.

Shippers work with trucking companies to get their freight from point A to point B.

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