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Cost-effective ocean freight solutions for businesses worldwide. FCL, LCL, breakbulk, and project cargo — reliable, scalable, and sustainable.

Global Ocean Freight

Reliable & Cost-Effective Sea Cargo Solutions

Global Worldwide Express Shipping offers comprehensive ocean freight services connecting major ports across 180+ countries. Whether you need a full container load (FCL) or less-than-container load (LCL), our extensive carrier network and port relationships ensure competitive rates and reliable transit.

With 1,280+ vessels in our partner network and 50+ weekly sailings on major trade lanes, we deliver consistent, traceable ocean freight solutions for everything from retail goods to industrial machinery.

FCL & LCL options
Real-time vessel tracking
Port-to-port & door-to-door
Customs brokerage included
Ocean freight container ship
Service Options

FCL, LCL & Specialized Ocean Freight

Choose the right ocean freight solution for your cargo volume and timeline.

FCL – Full Container Load

Exclusive use of a shipping container

  • Ideal for 15+ CBM / 10+ pallets
  • Lower cost per unit for large volumes
  • Reduced handling = less damage risk
  • Faster transit than LCL
20ft / 40ft / 40ft HC / 45ft

LCL – Less than Container Load

Shared container space for smaller shipments

  • Perfect for 1-14 CBM / 1-9 pallets
  • Pay only for the space you use
  • Weekly consolidation sailings
  • Flexible for smaller businesses
Minimum 1 CBM or 1 pallet

Specialized Ocean Freight

For unique cargo requirements

  • Breakbulk & project cargo
  • RoRo (Roll-on/Roll-off) for vehicles
  • Refrigerated (Reefer) containers
  • Open-top & flat-rack containers
Oversized / Heavy lift / Temperature-controlled
Equipment Options

Container Types We Offer

20ft Dry

33 CBM

40ft Dry

67 CBM

40ft HC

76 CBM

Reefer

Temp-controlled

Open Top

Overheight

Flat Rack

Oversized
Global Network

Major Ocean Trade Lanes

Trans-Pacific

Asia → North America
Weekly sailings: 15+

Asia → Europe

China, Japan, Korea → Rotterdam, Hamburg
Weekly sailings: 12+

Trans-Atlantic

North America → Europe
Weekly sailings: 10+

Intra-Asia

Regional hub-to-hub connections
Weekly sailings: 25+

Estimated Transit Times

Ocean Freight Transit Times

Origin PortDestination PortLCL TransitFCL Transit
Shanghai, ChinaLos Angeles, USA18-22 days14-18 days
Shanghai, ChinaRotterdam, Netherlands30-35 days26-30 days
SingaporeDubai, UAE12-15 days10-12 days
New York, USARotterdam, Netherlands10-14 days8-10 days
Hamburg, GermanyNew York, USA12-16 days9-12 days
Dubai, UAEMumbai, India7-10 days5-7 days
Busan, South KoreaSydney, Australia14-18 days11-14 days

*Transit times are estimates and may vary based on port congestion, weather, customs clearance, and vessel schedules.

Simple Process

How Ocean Freight Works

1
Request Quote

Provide cargo details, origin, destination, and preferred container type.

2
Booking & Export

We book vessel space, arrange trucking to port, and handle export customs.

3
Ocean Transit

Cargo loaded aboard vessel with real-time tracking and milestone updates.

4
Import & Delivery

Customs clearance at destination, then trucking to final address.

Value-Added Services

Beyond Basic Ocean Freight

  • Customs Brokerage: Full import/export clearance, tariff classification, duty drawback
  • Warehousing & Distribution: Cross-docking, inventory management, pick-and-pack
  • Cargo Insurance: All-risk marine insurance coverage
  • Supply Chain Consulting: Route optimization, vendor consolidation, cost analysis
  • Real-Time Tracking: 24/7 portal access with vessel GPS positions
Warehouse and logistics
Cost-Effective

Up to 80% lower than air freight for large volumes

Global Reach

180+ countries, 400+ port pairs

Eco-Friendly

Lowest carbon footprint per ton-mile

High Capacity

Ideal for bulk, heavy, oversized cargo

FAQ

Ocean Freight Questions

FCL (Full Container Load) means you rent an entire container exclusively for your cargo. Best for shipments over 15 CBM. LCL (Less than Container Load) means your cargo shares container space with other shippers. Best for smaller shipments (1-14 CBM) to lower costs.

Commercial invoice, packing list, bill of lading (B/L), shipper's letter of instruction, certificate of origin (if required), and any import/export licenses. Our team helps prepare all documentation.

Typical transit from Shanghai to Los Angeles is 14-18 days for FCL, 18-22 days for LCL. To East Coast ports like New York, add 7-10 days. These are estimates and can vary based on port congestion and weather.

Yes. We provide complete door-to-door service including pickup at origin, trucking to port of loading, ocean transport, customs clearance at destination, and final delivery to your consignee's address.

Yes, we are certified to handle dangerous goods (DG) by ocean. Proper IMDG code declarations, packaging, labeling, and documentation are required. Contact our DG specialists for specific requirements.

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Or call us: +1 (800) 492-7731 | Email: ocean@gweshipping.com