LCL - International Moving Services from Toronto & GTA
Secure, Fast & Cost-Efficient Overseas Shipping
for Smaller Shipments
Moving overseas with a small volume? Home To Home Relocations provides one of Canada’s most reliable LCL (Less Than Container Load) international moving programs—combining export-grade packing, custom liftvans, predictable transit schedules, and professional coordination across every transshipment point.
We make global relocation secure, affordable, and worry-free for individuals, families, and corporate clients.
What Is LCL (Less Than Container Load) Moving?
LCL Moving—also known as Liftvan Shipping—is the preferred solution for customers who need to move abroad with a small or medium shipment, without paying for an entire container. Your belongings are packed into wooden liftvans, sealed, and shipped securely inside shared ocean containers.
LCL offers the perfect balance between speed, cost efficiency, and safety, particularly for:
Small households
Partial moves
Students
Corporate relocations
Early essential shipments before the main move
Relocations to inland or less frequently served destinations
LCL is widely used across the international moving industry and commercial freight forwarding sector due to its reliability, flexibility, and structured consolidation model.
WHY CHOOSE LCL FOR YOUR INTERNATIONAL MOVE?
The Benefits of LCL Shipping for Overseas Moves
✔ Faster Transfer to Inland or Remote Cities
LCL often connects faster to inland depots compared to FCL, especially for Europe, Asia, Middle East, and Australia.
✔ Secure Liftvan Protection
Each liftvan is a sealed wooden crate, handled as one unit, minimizing risk during transshipment.
✔ Reliable in Multi-Stop Routes
Multiple tranship points? No problem—your liftvan stays sealed the entire journey.
✔ Environmentally Efficient
Shared space = lower carbon footprint compared to a full container.
✔ Flexible for Corporate Mobility Programs
HR teams trust LCL to support employees shipping limited essential goods within policy limits.
✔ Cost-Effective for Small Shipments
Only pay for the actual volume you ship—not for a full 20′ or 40′ container.
HOW WE PACK FOR LCL (OUR LIFTVAN PROCESS)
Liftvan Packing: Export-Grade Protection for Your Personal Effects
Your shipment is professionally packed by our industry-trained export moving crew, using materials and processes that exceed global standards.
Packing at Residence
Boxes packed carefully at origin
Fragile items crated if required
Furniture wrapped using export-grade materials
Transport to Our Secure Warehouse
Every box barcoded
Inventory list created
Items staged for liftvan preparation
Loading Into Liftvans
Custom-built liftvans OR standardized international liftvans
Moisture-resistant lining
Internal bracing for fragile items
Clearly labelled with routing and shipment details
Consolidation Into Ocean Containers
Liftvans are loaded into commercial ocean containers alongside other fully sealed liftvans—not loose boxes.
This method is recognized by global movers and freight forwarders as the safest LCL shipping method.
WHY LCL IS SAFE AT TRANSSHIPMENT POINTS
Safe at Every Stage — Even With Transshipments
Where commercial freight forwarders and moving companies differ is how they store and handle cargo at hub ports.
With Home To Home Relocations:
✔ Reduced handling = reduced risk
Every port operator treats liftvans like standard freight modules—minimizing damage, loss, or contamination.
✔ Compliant with international export standards
We align with moving industry standards AND the handling frameworks used by the freight forwarding sector.
✔ Your liftvan is treated as a single sealed unit
No unpacking. No loose boxes. No mixing.
This hybrid approach—moving-industry precision + freight forwarding discipline—gives our LCL customers a premium level of protection that general movers often do not provide.
WHEN LCL IS THE BEST OPTION
Is LCL Right for Your Move?
LCL is ideal if:
Your shipment is too small for FCL
You need a faster connection than full-container shipping
You prefer a sealed, heavily protected liftvan over groupage consolidation
Your goods must reach an inland or regional city
You are cost-conscious but still want premium handling
If your volume increases, our move consultants can recommend Groupage or Full Container options for better value.
SHIPPING ROUTES & DESTINATIONS
LCL Shipping From Toronto to Major Global Destinations
Regular LCL services to:
UK (all major ports + inland cities)
Europe (Germany, France, Netherlands, Italy, Spain)
Middle East (UAE, Qatar, Kuwait, Saudi Arabia)
Australia & New Zealand
Far East Asia (Singapore, Hong Kong, China, Japan)
South Asia (India, Pakistan, Sri Lanka)
Africa (South Africa & select ports)
OUR ADVANTAGE OVER OTHER SERVICE PROVIDERS
A Higher Standard of LCL Shipping from Toronto & GTA
Compared to general service companies, we provide:
Feature |
Export-grade packing |
Custom liftvans |
Inventory at box-level |
Freight-forwarding integration |
Transparent volume pricing |
Realistic transit times |
Dedicated Move Coordinator |
Home To Home Relocations |
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Typical Service Providers |
Partial |
Not always |
Depends on vendor |
Rare |
Sometimes |
Often optimistic |
Varies |
Ready to Move Internationally With LCL?
Ready to begin your move? Speak with our Toronto-based relocation team and get a free, no-obligation quote tailored to your needs. We’ll guide you every step of the way and ensure a smooth door-to-door experience.
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