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Sea Freight Shipping Process: A Comprehensive Guide

Sea freight shipping is a crucial component of international trade, enabling the movement of goods across oceans efficiently. Understanding the sea freight shipping process is essential for businesses looking to transport goods globally. In this comprehensive guide, we will delve into the intricate details of the sea freight shipping process, from booking cargo to delivery at the destination port.

1. Booking and Documentation

Before the cargo can embark on its journey, the shipper needs to book space on a vessel and prepare the necessary documentation.

1.1 Booking Process

The shipper contacts a freight forwarder or a shipping line to make a booking based on the volume and nature of the cargo.

1.2 Documentation

Documents such as the Bill of Lading, Commercial Invoice, Packing List, and Certificate of Origin are prepared to comply with import/export regulations.

2. Cargo Handling and Loading

Once the cargo is ready for shipment, it goes through a series of processes before being loaded onto the vessel.

2.1 Cargo Inspection

The cargo undergoes inspection to ensure compliance with safety and customs requirements.

2.2 Containerization

The cargo is packed into containers based on its size and type, ready for loading onto the vessel.

3. Voyage and Arrival

During the voyage, the cargo is in transit, and various factors need to be considered to ensure a smooth journey.

3.1 Transit Time

Depending on the destination, transit times vary, and factors such as weather conditions and route taken can affect the duration of the voyage.

3.2 Arrival and Custom Clearance

Upon arrival at the destination port, the cargo undergoes customs clearance procedures before it can be released to the consignee.

Key Takeaways

  • Sea freight shipping involves a meticulous process of booking, documentation, cargo handling, and delivery.
  • Understanding the sea freight shipping process helps in ensuring timely and secure transportation of goods.
  • Collaboration with experienced freight forwarders and adherence to regulations are essential for successful sea freight shipments.

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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

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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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