SEA FREIGHT · LCL
LCL — Less than Container Load — uses a share of container space. It suits shipments that do not fill a dedicated container but need professional consolidation and clearance.
01Pickup
02China warehouse
03Preparation
04Main transport
05Customs
06Delivery
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Cubic metres are calculated as length × width × height × quantity. Chargeable weight, minimum quantities and local charges must also be considered.
02
LCL shipments are consolidated at a CFS and deconsolidated at destination. Packaging and identification must withstand this additional handling.
03
Above a certain volume, a dedicated container may be more economical or operationally safer. We compare total costs, not just the ocean rate.
PRICING & PROCESS
International freight rates change with route, departure, capacity, fuel and currency. The main transport is therefore quoted at the current daily rate rather than presented as a permanently valid fixed price.
| Service | Billing basis | Price / status |
|---|---|---|
| Pickup and origin | Distance, vehicle, packages, waiting time | Individual quoteProject price based on pickup address |
| International main transport | CBM/W-M, chargeable kg, pallet or container | Daily rateCurrent carrier daily rate |
| Destination charges and delivery | Port/terminal, postcode, weight, loading equipment | Individual quoteItemised separately |
Every quotation states the route, assumptions, inclusions, exclusions and validity. All figures are net unless expressly stated otherwise.
Freight tools
CBM = L × W × H × cartons
Chargeable weight: the higher of 250 kg actual weight and volumetric weight.
*Example calculation using a divisor of 6,000. Carrier rules may differ. The result is not a price or loading guarantee.
FAQ
The specific goods and transport structure may require a different assessment. We review your individual case.
Often by W/M: the higher chargeable measure of volume and weight, plus local costs.
Yes. Pickup, CFS handling, sea freight, customs and final delivery can be coordinated as one chain.
NEXT STEP
Send the pickup address, delivery address and cargo data. We assess the route, services and import structure.
Request an LCL quote