Ocean freight is the most economical and widely used mode of transport for international cargo movement. Sealift Shipping provides professional sea freight forwarding services in India for importers, exporters, manufacturers, traders, and SMEs handling global shipments through major ports and shipping routes.
We manage import and export sea cargo, coordinating with shipping lines, ports, documentation teams, and inland logistics to ensure smooth ocean freight operations.
Our Ocean Freight Capabilities
- Full Container Load (FCL) shipments
- Less than Container Load (LCL) consolidation services
- Customs clearance for ocean freight shipments
- RORO (Roll-on/Roll-off) ocean transport
- Reefer container cargo for temperature-sensitive goods
- Hazardous goods (DG cargo) shipping
- Bulk and liquid cargo handling
- Stuffing, destuffing, and cross-stuffing services
- Cargo insurance assistance
- Courier and small cargo movements by sea
- Value-added logistics and freight forwarding services
- Container and vessel booking with major shipping lines
- Export and import documentation support
- Port handling, terminal coordination, and shipment planning
- Shipment tracking and status updates
- Door-to-door sea freight logistics support
Plan Your Ocean Shipment
Share your cargo details, port of loading, port of discharge, and timeline. Our team will provide a suitable sea freight logistics plan with clear coordination and documentation support.
Ocean freight is the transportation of goods by sea using container vessels. It is one of the most cost-effective methods for moving large or heavy cargo internationally.
FCL (Full Container Load) means your cargo occupies an entire container.
LCL (Less than Container Load) means your shipment shares container space with other consignments, making it economical for smaller volumes.
Common documents include:
- Commercial Invoice
- Packing List
- Bill of Lading
- Shipping Instructions
- Export/Import License (if applicable)
A Bill of Lading is a legal shipping document issued by the carrier. It serves as proof of shipment, receipt of goods, and a document of title.
Charges depend on:
- Container size (20ft, 40ft, etc.)
- Cargo weight or volume
- Origin & destination ports
- Additional services like customs clearance and insurance
Port-to-port covers transportation between ports only.
Door-to-door includes pickup, shipping, customs clearance, and final delivery.
Hazardous materials, restricted chemicals, weapons, and prohibited goods require special approvals or may not be allowed.
Cargo insurance protects your shipment against loss or damage during transit. While optional, it is strongly recommended.