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MVP understands the intricacies of international logistics services, and manages the details of your overseas shipments from pickup to delivery. We expedite customs clearance, consolidate shipments to save money and handle all the routing and scheduling for every shipment.

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Ocean Shipping Advantages

Ocean freight is generally less expensive than air freight, making it a good choice for businesses that need to ship large quantities of goods over long distances.

With an extensive network of international partners, our services can reach countries accounting for 97.3% of global trade. This means you can choose from a wide range of transit time and pricing options for any lane you need.

Due to the frequency of sailings and set schedules, ocean freight is generally more reliable in terms of delivery times compared to other modes of transportation.

Ocean freight produces fewer emissions per unit of cargo transported compared to air transportation.

Air Shipping Advantages

Air freight is the fastest mode of international shipping available. It can deliver goods to almost any location in the world within a matter of days, making it ideal for businesses that need to transport time-sensitive or perishable goods.

Airports have strict security measures in place, ensuring your goods are protected against theft, damage, or loss during transit.

Airlines operate on set schedules and offer regular flights to many destinations around the world, making air freight a reliable option for delivering goods quickly and efficiently.

Airlines offer a variety of options for shipment size, weight, and destination, allowing businesses to tailor their shipping needs to their specific requirements.

The speed of air freight means businesses can hold lower levels of inventory without risking stockouts or delays in fulfilling orders.

Faster delivery times associated with air freight can help improve customer satisfaction by ensuring that orders are fulfilled quickly and accurately.

FAQs

frequently asked questions

The transit time for sea shipping and air shipping can vary widely depending on several factors such as the distance between the origin and destination, the route taken, weather conditions, customs clearance procedures, and more.

Generally speaking, air shipping is much faster than sea shipping. Air freight can deliver goods to almost any location in the world within a matter of days, sometimes even within 24 hours. On the other hand, sea shipping can take anywhere from a few weeks to several months depending on the distance and route.

Sea shipping and air shipping are two different modes of transportation used for the shipment of goods across long distances. Here are some of the key differences between the two:

  • Speed: Air shipping is significantly faster than sea shipping, making it ideal for time-sensitive shipments.
  • Cost: Sea shipping is generally less expensive than air shipping due to lower fuel costs, but it takes longer to transport goods.
  • Capacity: Ships have a much larger cargo capacity than airplanes, which means they can carry more goods at once.
  • Accessibility: Air transportation has more accessibility to remote locations, while sea transportation requires access to ports or harbors.
  • Environmental Impact: Air freight contributes more to greenhouse gas emissions than sea freight due to the high fuel consumption in airplanes.
  • Risk: Sea freight faces higher risks of damage or loss due to rough seas or piracy incidents while air freight is considered safer and more secure.

Overall, both sea and air shipping have their advantages and disadvantages depending on specific business needs such as urgency, cost, distance, size of shipment and destination requirements.

Proper Packaging: Ensure your goods are packaged securely and appropriately according to the type of product being shipped. Use sturdy materials such as corrugated cardboard boxes, bubble wrap, and packing peanuts to protect fragile items.

Documentation: Make sure all necessary documentation is complete and accurate including commercial invoices, packing lists, bills of lading, and any other required permits or licenses.

Labeling and Marking: Clearly label each package with the destination address, contact information, and any special handling instructions such as “Fragile” or “This Side Up”.

Compliance with Regulations: Ensure your shipment complies with all applicable regulations including customs clearance requirements, trade restrictions, hazardous material regulations and more.

Insurance: Consider purchasing insurance to protect your goods during transit against damage or loss.

Choose a Reliable Freight Forwarder: Work with a reputable freight forwarder who can handle all aspects of international shipping including documentation, customs clearance procedures and transportation logistics.

Track Your Shipment: Keep track of your shipment’s progress using tracking numbers provided by the carrier or freight forwarder.

Obtain the tracking number: You should have received a tracking number from the carrier or freight forwarder when you shipped your goods. This number is unique to your shipment and allows you to track its progress.

Go to the carrier’s website: Visit the website of the carrier or freight forwarder that is handling your shipment. Look for a “Track Your Shipment” option on their homepage.

Enter the tracking number: Enter your tracking number in the appropriate field on the carrier’s website and click “Track” or “Submit”.

View tracking information: Once you submit your tracking number, you will be able to see detailed information about your shipment including its current location, delivery status, and estimated delivery date.

Contact Customer Service: If you encounter any issues with tracking your shipment or have questions about its status, contact customer service for assistance.

It’s important to note that some carriers may not provide real-time updates for international shipments due to customs clearance procedures and other factors beyond their control. However, by using the tracking number provided by the carrier or freight forwarder, you can stay informed about your shipment’s progress throughout its journey.

Faster delivery times: Air shipping is generally faster than sea shipping, with most shipments arriving within a few days to a week. Sea shipping can take several weeks or even months, depending on the distance and the route.

Cost-effective: Sea shipping is generally more cost-effective than air shipping for larger shipments or bulk cargo. Air shipping can be expensive due to the high fuel costs and limited capacity of airplanes.

Global reach: Both Sea and air transportation offer global reach, allowing businesses to access new markets and expand their customer base.

Reliable service: International carriers have established networks and routes that ensure reliable service for both sea and air transportation.

Environmentally friendly: While air transportation produces more carbon emissions per shipment than sea transport, it is still a more environmentally friendly option for urgent shipments that need to arrive quickly.

Flexibility: International carriers offer flexible options such as door-to-door delivery, customs clearance services, and expedited handling for urgent shipments.

 

The requirements for shipping internationally by sea and air can vary depending on the country of origin, destination, and the type of goods being shipped. However, some common requirements include:

  • Customs clearance: All international shipments must go through customs clearance, which involves verifying the contents of the shipment and ensuring compliance with local regulations.
  • Proper documentation: International shipments require a range of documents such as commercial invoices, bills of lading, packing lists, and certificates of origin.
  • Packaging and labeling: Goods must be properly packaged to prevent damage during transit, and labeled appropriately to ensure they are handled correctly by carriers and customs officials.
  • Compliance with regulations: Depending on the type of goods being shipped, there may be additional regulations that need to be followed such as safety standards or restrictions on hazardous materials.
  • Payment of fees: There may be various fees associated with international shipping such as customs duties, taxes, tariffs, and handling charges.
  • Transportation mode-specific requirements: For air transportation specifically, there may be additional requirements related to cargo weight limits or restrictions on certain types of goods.

It’s important for businesses to work closely with their freight forwarders or carriers to ensure all necessary requirements are met when shipping internationally by sea or air. This can help avoid delays in transit or rejection at customs due to non-compliance with regulations.

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