Sea transportation (sea transportation)

Sea freight refers to the cost of sea freight. Shipping is one of the most important modes of transportation in international trade, especially for bulk goods and long-distance transportation. The cost of shipping is relatively low and the reliability is high. This paper will introduce the definition, calculation method and some methods to save sea freight.

I. Definition of maritime transport

Sea freight refers to the cost of transporting goods from one port to another. Sea freight usually includes the following expenses:

Transportation cost: the cost of transporting goods from the port of departure to the port of destination, usually calculated according to the volume or weight of the goods.

Loading and unloading costs: that is, the cost of transferring goods from land transport to sea transport or from sea transport to land transport.

Port fee: that is, the fees to be paid for loading and unloading goods, berthing and berthing at the port.

Insurance cost: that is, the cost of insuring the goods in order to ensure the safety of the goods during transportation.

Other expenses: such as customs duties, taxes, storage expenses, etc.

Second, the calculation method of sea freight

The calculation method of sea freight is usually determined according to the volume or weight of the goods. Common calculation methods are:

By volume: that is, the sea freight is calculated according to the number of cubic meters of goods. The commonly used unit of charge is TEU (twenty-foot equivalent ton), that is, the volume of a 20-foot container.

By weight: that is, the sea freight is calculated by the weight of the goods. The usual unit of charge is tons.

According to the value of goods: that is, the sea freight is calculated according to the value of goods. This calculation method is usually used for high-value goods and requires extra insurance.

The specific calculation method can be determined according to the characteristics of the goods and the requirements of the transportation company. When choosing a shipping company, you can make inquiries from different shipping companies, and then make a decision after considering the factors such as transportation time and service quality.

Third, the way to save sea freight.

In the process of shipping, saving sea freight is an important issue that many enterprises and individuals pay attention to. Here are some ways to save sea freight:

Reasonable selection of packaging: reasonable packaging can reduce the volume or weight of goods, thus reducing transportation costs.

Optimize the stacking of goods: Reasonable stacking of goods can maximize the use of container space and reduce space waste.

Choose the appropriate mode of transportation: according to the characteristics of goods and transportation needs, choose the appropriate mode of transportation, such as full container transportation or LCL transportation.

Cooperation with multiple shipping companies: By establishing cooperative relations with multiple shipping companies, you can compare the prices and services of different companies and choose the most favorable transportation scheme.

Reasonable arrangement of transportation time: arrange the transportation time of goods in advance to avoid paying extra fees for emergency transportation.

Reasonable declaration of the value of goods: Reasonable declaration of the value of goods can avoid additional tariffs and taxes.