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Sea Freight Procedure: A Comprehensive Guide

When it comes to international trade and shipping, sea freight represents a vital component. Understanding the intricacies of sea freight procedures is essential for businesses looking to expand their reach globally. In this comprehensive guide, we will delve into the world of sea freight, exploring the processes, regulations, and best practices that govern this mode of transportation.

Main Sections

1. Bookings and Documentation

Initiating a sea freight shipment begins with making bookings and ensuring all required documentation is in order. From bill of lading to commercial invoices, each document plays a crucial role in the shipping process.

Key Points:

  • Understanding INCOterms and their implications
  • Booking with shipping lines or freight forwarders
  • Documentation checklist for smooth clearance

2. Loading and Transit

Once the cargo is ready, the next step involves the loading process and managing the transit. Efficient loading and securing methods are vital to ensure the safe transport of goods from port to port.

Key Points:

  • Containerization and types of containers
  • Seal verification and cargo inspections
  • Transit times and route optimization

3. Customs Clearance and Delivery

Navigating customs procedures and ensuring timely delivery are crucial aspects of successful sea freight operations. Customs compliance and efficient delivery networks are essential for a seamless shipping experience.

Key Points:

  • Customs duties and tariffs
  • Import/export regulations and compliance
  • Last-mile delivery and inland transport

Wrapping Up

Mastering the sea freight procedure is a multi-faceted task that requires attention to detail, adherence to regulations, and effective coordination. By understanding the nuances of sea freight operations, businesses can optimize their supply chains and streamline their global shipping processes.

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SERVICES INTRODUCTION

Air Freight

Air freight transportation, support online tracking. Transit time 1-3 days

Sea Freight

Sea shipping, FCL LCL , POL include but are not limited to Qingdao, Tianjin, Ningbo, Shanghai, Guangzhou, Shenzhen,, Ho Chi Minh etc.

Door To Door

We provide hassle-free door-to-door shipping services. fast door to door delivery with customs clearance.

WAREHOUSE

When you buy a lot of goods in Alibaba, Taobao, or the other suppliers from China, we can help you collect goods and arrange the export shipping for you.

Insurance

Shipping insurance, the insurance fee is 0.2%-0.3% of goods value. Insurance relieves you of the risk if there is any damage,Reduce your lost save the cost.

Export declaration

Won the China AEO Advanced Certification Enterprise, providing comprehensive trailer customs declaration services

WHY CHOOSE US

WE AIM TO CONTRIBUTE WELL TO YOUR COMPANY

Safer

Our subsidiary is a have AEO certificate customs declaration company with 10 years of experience. So we are more professional in the customs clearance and can maximize the efficiency and safety of customs clearance by 60%;

More convenient transportation

We can handle shipments in any city in China. Air and Sea to any airport/port/ yourdoor. We professionally provide Door-to-Door, smooth Customs Clearance, convenient arrivalat your door, Increase convenience for customers by 95%;

Real time tracking

Real-time tracking provides total visibility into your shipments. Leverage this transparency to proactively manage logistics, optimize operations, and deliver superior customer service.

Receive goods faster

Load every day. arrange for earliest loading and shipping schedule. control all important links (Pick up,Loading Customs clearance, Sailing, and Delivery), saving 30% of time;

Higher efficiency

We have a professional team of experienced professionals with an average of over 5 years in the industry. we are very familiar with every aspect of logistics and control every detail,help customers to receive goods earlier, improving end customer satisfaction. customers have longer sales time, get more orders faster;

More professional brand

We are a well-known logistics company in Shenzhen, specializing in international logistics. We have our own customs broker, shipping department, and trailer company, We have been deeply involved in the logistics industry for many year and truly provide one-stop services. Welcome to visit !

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*We don't handle express or packages.

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