Sea freight is a vital component of the global economy. Utilizing sea routes for cargo transport offers numerous benefits and is widely used by many businesses.
International Shipping: This service operates on a global scale, providing transportation for goods between countries and different regions.
Flexibility: Offers flexibility in transporting large items or goods that can be packed in containers, ranging from regular cargo to oversized shipments.
Diverse Management: Includes managing various types of cargo such as raw materials, food products, industrial goods, and oversized items, etc.
1. Procedures for Sea Freight
1.1. Steps to Follow
To transport any shipment by sea, the company should contact a professional and reputable logistics provider. The transportation process will then proceed through the following steps:
+ Step 1: Negotiate and Sign the Contract.
+ Step 2: Obtain an Export License (Applicable for international sea freight).
+ Step 3: Book and Obtain an Empty Container.
+ Step 4: Prepare and Inspect the Goods for Export.
+ Step 5: Purchase Insurance for the Shipment.
+ Step 6: Complete Customs Procedures.
+ Step 7: Deliver the Goods to the Ship.
+ Step 8: Pay for Shipping and Related Costs.
+ Step 9: The items are delivered to the recipient’s address after arriving at the port and being unloaded.
1.2. Types of Documents Required for Sea Freight
To ensure that goods are transported safely and smoothly, documentation related to the shipment is essential. Specifically, for sea freight, the required documents include:
Transport Documents:
+ Bill of Lading (B/L): A document confirming that the goods have been loaded onto the ship. This document verifies that the process of loading the cargo onto the vessel has been completed.
+ Shipping Order: A document issued by the shipper instructing the carrier to load the cargo onto the ship.
+ Cargo Declaration: A document detailing the type of goods, quantity, and destination of the shipment.
+ Cargo Receipt: A document confirming that the goods have been loaded onto the ship.
+ Cargo Tracking and Control Report: A document used to monitor and control the quantity of goods throughout the transportation process.
+ Cargo Stowage Plan: A diagram showing the arrangement and location of the cargo on the ship. This plan helps ensure effective control of the shipment and prevents loss or misplacement of goods.
Customs Documents:
+ Certificate of Origin: Verifies the origin of the goods.
+ Valid Cargo Insurance Certificate: Confirms that the shipment is insured.
+ Packing List: Provides details on how the shipment is packed.
Sea Freight Services:
We offer international sea freight services for import and export cargo, including Full Container Loads (FCL) and Less than Container Loads (LCL) from ports around the world to Ho Chi Minh City, Hanoi, and Haiphong. We provide various delivery methods, including:
+ Port-to-Port (CY-CY).
+ Factory-to-Port (DOOR-CY) and Port-to-Factory (CY-DOOR).
+ Door-to-Door Delivery (DOOR-DOOR)
Additionally, our logistics company partners with major and reputable international sea freight carriers such as ONE, HAPAG-LLOYD, EVERGREEN, CMA, MAERSK, MSC, COSCO, PIL, etc., to ensure professional, efficient, cost-effective sea freight services that meet all your international sea transport needs.
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