FAQ

Full Container Load and Less than a Container Load shipping

You can transport your goods by both FCL and LCL shipping.

If you're shipping large volumes and can fill a container, it makes sense to choose FCL.

The other advantage of Full container Load is that your items are kept separate from other importers.

On the other hand, LCL refers to shipping where your goods share space within a container with other goods.

If you're OK with that, then LCL shipping/groupage offers a more economical way to ship smaller quantities that make up less than half of the volume of a full container.

Considerations for LCL Freight Shipping

LCL shipping means your goods will share space with goods from other companies.

This also means that your delivery might take a little bit longer, because of both the packing and unpacking process.

Before departure, your goods will be stored in a consolidation warehouse in China until departure, and then on arrival be held in a de-consolidation warehouse in destination before they are delivered to your address.

Considerations for FCL Freight Shipping

FCL shipping means renting an entire container for your shipment.

If you have a large enough cargo to occupy a container, or even most of a container, FCL shipping may make the most economical sense.

It's also quicker than LCL shipping as there is no need to consolidate or deconsolidate your items from others.

Your container will also remain sealed throughout the journey and unless customs officials select it for inspection will be sealed until it arrives at your address or chosen destination.

How is air freight calculated from China?

Weight and volume are key factors in air freight shipping. Airlines typically choose the weight-based fee that is more expensive, whether it be volumetric weight or actual weight.

What are the advantages of air freight?

1.The fastest shipping method.

2.Very reliable arrival and departure times

3.Ship your cargo almost anywhere.

4.Low insurance premium saves you a lot of money.

5.High level of security and reduced risk of theft and damage.

6.Less warehousing required and fewer items in stock.

7.Less packaging required.

8.Track the condition of your cargo.

Air freight from China is suitable for various types of goods. Here are some common types of goods suitable for air freight:

1. High-value goods: such as jewelry, valuable watches, electronic products, etc. Due to the fast speed of air freight, goods can reach their destination faster, reducing the risks of goods during transportation.

2. Time-sensitive goods: such as fresh food, flowers, medical supplies, etc. Air freight ensures that these goods reach their destination in a short time, maintaining their freshness and quality.

3. Small but urgently needed goods: such as samples, emergency spare parts, documents, etc. Air freight can quickly deliver these goods to their destination to meet urgent needs.

4. Fragile goods: such as glass products, ceramic products, precision instruments, etc. Because air shipments often use specialized packaging and handling methods, fragile goods are better protected and the risk of damage is reduced.

5. Small batch orders: For goods with smaller order quantities, air freight can provide a flexible transportation solution to avoid waiting for the goods to accumulate in sufficient quantity before shipping by sea.

It is important to note that air freight is generally more expensive than sea and land freight.

Therefore, when choosing air transportation, factors such as the urgency, value, importance, and transportation cost of the goods need to be comprehensively considered.

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