The common shipping methods for agency import and export mainly include the following. First is full container load (FCL) transportation, that is, the goods of one consignor can fill an entire container. This method is suitable for situations with large cargo volumes, can better protect the integrity of the goods, and reduce the loss and risk of the goods during transportation.
Second is less than container load (LCL) transportation. When the consignor's cargo volume is small and not enough to fill a full container, it will be transported together with the goods of other consignors in one container. It has a relatively lower cost compared to FCL, but attention should be paid to the problems that may arise from the mixed loading of goods.
There is also bulk carrier transportation, which is suitable for transporting bulk commodities such as coal and ore. These kinds of goods are not suitable for container loading. In addition, roll-on/roll-off (Ro-Ro) ship transportation is mainly used for transporting goods such as vehicles that can be self-rolled for loading and unloading, which is convenient and fast.
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Emily LiuYears of service:10Customer Rating:5.0
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The common shipping methods for agency import and export mainly include the following. First is full container load (FCL) transportation, that is, the goods of one consignor can fill an entire container. This method is suitable for situations with large cargo volumes, can better protect the integrity of the goods, and reduce the loss and risk of the goods during transportation.
Second is less than container load (LCL) transportation. When the consignor's cargo volume is small and not enough to fill a full container, it will be transported together with the goods of other consignors in one container. It has a relatively lower cost compared to FCL, but attention should be paid to the problems that may arise from the mixed loading of goods.
There is also bulk carrier transportation, which is suitable for transporting bulk commodities such as coal and ore. These kinds of goods are not suitable for container loading. In addition, roll-on/roll-off (Ro-Ro) ship transportation is mainly used for transporting goods such as vehicles that can be self-rolled for loading and unloading, which is convenient and fast.
Andrew HuangYears of service:7Customer Rating:5.0
Supply chain optimization expertConsult
Besides what was mentioned above, there is also liquid bulk carrier transportation, which is specially used for transporting liquid goods such as oil and chemical liquids. This kind of ship usually has special tank equipment for storing and transporting liquids.
Amanda YangYears of service:3Customer Rating:5.0
Cost control consultantConsult
Refrigerated ship transportation is also one type. For some perishable goods that need to be stored at a specific temperature, such as fresh fruits and vegetables, seafood, etc., refrigerated ships can provide a suitable temperature environment to ensure the quality of the goods.
Sarah ZhangYears of service:8Customer Rating:5.0
Document expertConsult
Feeder ship transportation is also common. It is mainly responsible for transporting goods from small ports to hub ports and then to all over the world through mainline ships, playing a role in transshipment and connection.
Robert ChenYears of service:6Customer Rating:5.0
Customer service consultantConsult
Inner feeder ship transportation is to transport goods between domestic ports. It usually serves as a supplement to mainline transportation and helps to collect and distribute domestic goods.
Joseph ZhouYears of service:10Customer Rating:5.0
Senior foreign trade managerConsult
There is also (mother and child ship transportation). The mother ship carries the child ships, and the child ships can load and unload goods at different ports. It is relatively flexible and can meet different port conditions and cargo demands.
David LiYears of service:6Customer Rating:5.0
Senior customs declaration consultantConsult
Liner transportation has fixed sailing schedules, routes, and port calls, and is suitable for stable cargo flows and goods with requirements for transportation time.
Elizabeth LiYears of service:3Customer Rating:5.0
Compliance and risk managerConsult
Charter shipping includes voyage charter, time charter, etc. It arranges ships according to the needs of the consignor and is suitable for large quantities of goods or goods with special transportation requirements.
Jennifer WangYears of service:4Customer Rating:5.0
Market development consultantConsult
There is also short-sea shipping, which is mainly for shipping between countries and regions that are relatively close. It has a short voyage and fast turnaround.
Michelle ChenYears of service:3Customer Rating:5.0
Business coordination consultantConsult
Ocean shipping, on the other hand, is long-distance transoceanic transportation, suitable for a large amount of goods to be transported to distant countries.