Glossary


Terms & Glossaries of Shipping and Trading

Terminal Operator

Terminal operator is the company that operates cargo handling activities on a port, airport, or railway station.

What is Terminal Operator?

A terminal operator is a company that manages and operates a transportation terminal, such as a seaport, airport, or railway station. Terminal operators are responsible for providing a range of services to shipping lines, freight forwarders, and other logistics providers who use the terminal to load or unload cargo from ships or other modes of transportation. These services can include cargo handling, storage, security, customs clearance, and other logistical support. Terminal operators play a critical role in facilitating the movement of goods and people around the world, and they are essential to the efficient functioning of global supply chains.