what is freight

Freight refers to the transportation of goods, commodities, or cargo in bulk by ship, aircraft, truck, or intermodal via train and road. It can be transported domestically or internationally by land, air, or sea. Any shipment over 150 lbs is considered freight, and it is typically organized into various shipment categories before transportation. Freight can be transported via air transport, surface transport, or sea/ocean transport, and the term cargo specifically refers to freight when conveyed via water or air. In economics, freight refers to goods transported at a freight rate for commercial gain.