Ocean Freight Logistics

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What is Ocean Freight?

Ocean freight transport is the shipping of goods by sea via shipping containers. It is the most common mode of transport that importers and exporters use, accounting for 90% of global trade. While air freight is faster, ocean freight is more cost-effective, especially for large shipments.


Ocean freight is a crucial component of global trade, enabling the movement of goods across continents efficiently and affordably. It offers various shipping options, including Full Container Load (FCL) and Less than Container Load (LCL), catering to different cargo sizes. While it takes longer than air freight, it is significantly more economical for bulk shipments. Modern advancements in tracking and logistics have improved the reliability of ocean freight. Additionally, it has a lower carbon footprint compared to air transport, making it a more sustainable choice for businesses worldwide.

Ocean Freight

How Does Ocean Freight Work?

Shipping Process

When you choose ocean freight, your products are packaged and possibly palletized at the factory or by a third party. A freight forwarder books space on a vessel, and your cargo is transported to the port.

Depending on whether you are using Full Container Load (FCL) or Less than Container Load (LCL), your goods are shipped accordingly. Once at the destination, they pass through customs and are delivered to the final customer.

Ocean Freight Services

Full Container Load (FCL)

FCL shipping means your goods occupy an entire container, which can be 20ft or 40ft in size. It’s more cost-effective for larger shipments and reduces handling risks.

Less than Container Load (LCL)

LCL means multiple shippers share a container, making it ideal for smaller shipments. However, it involves more paperwork, handling, and slightly longer delivery times.

Container Shipping

Advantages of Ocean Freight

Cost-Effective

Shipping by sea is much cheaper than air freight, especially for bulk cargo.

Fewer Restrictions

More goods can be shipped by ocean freight than air freight due to lower restrictions.

Eco-Friendly

CO2 emissions are significantly lower than air freight, making it a greener choice.

Freight Benefits

Challenges of Ocean Freight

Slower Speed

Ocean freight takes longer than air freight. It can take 30-40 days for shipments from China to the US.

Reliability Issues

Port congestion, weather conditions, and customs delays can sometimes affect transit times.

Freight Challenges

Freight Shipping Rates

Ocean freight rates vary based on shipment weight, distance, and container size. As a general rule:

Freight Costs

Ocean Freight

Safe and reliable ocean freight forwarding services to 56 branches in 36 countries worldwide.

Comprehensive Ocean Freight Solutions

We provide stable ocean services and competitive freight rates based on strategic partnerships, handling 810,000 TEUs annually.

Customized Services for Business Needs

Offering specialized transport for bioproducts, dangerous goods, heavy goods, and project cargo, meeting diverse global demands.

Cost-Effective LCL Services

For small cargoes, our LCL services allow cost-efficient shipping with real-time tracking via our advanced Cello Square platform.

Global Partnerships & Competitive Rates

With top-tier carrier partnerships, we ensure stable freight rates, flexible scheduling, and priority handling for your supply chain needs.

Our Ocean Freight Services

We provide stable ocean services and competitive freight rates based on our strategic partnerships.

Global Partnership for Competitive Freight Rates

Through partnerships with global carriers leading the logistics market, we operate annual shipments of 810,000 TEUs on over 10,000 global routes. We provide ocean and air forwarding services with stable and reliable freight rates to all countries where customers need, enhancing supply chain efficiency.

Experience our reasonable freight rates and stable services, such as flexible scheduling and priority handling, to meet the rigorous demands of your business. Enjoy unparalleled efficiency and reliability with our comprehensive ocean freight forwarding solutions.

Tailored Solutions for Your Shipping Needs

In addition to general container cargo, our ocean forwarders provide stable transport services for special air cargo such as bioproducts, dangerous goods, heavy goods, and project cargo, serving diverse global destinations.

For small cargoes, we offer competitive ocean LCL services that allow you to ship them at a lower cost. You can view real-time tracking information for all shipments from our Cello Square system.

24/7 Expert Customer Support

Our top-tier customer support team is available around the clock to provide expert guidance and prompt assistance throughout your shipping experience. Leveraging advanced technology, our ocean freight cargo tracking platform offers intuitive navigation and seamless integration with existing systems.

End-to-End Logistics Visibility with Latest IT

Through Cello Square, you can access all kinds of key information such as map-based visibility, ETA, and port congestion status at the Customer Portal, and share the information with importers and others in need with a click of a button.

In addition, we provide IoT-based transportation management services to ensure real-time monitoring of in-transit cargo status, including cargo location, temperature, humidity, impact, and opening/closing events.