Sea Container Shipping FCL/LCL and Ocean Freight
FCL/LCL from Asia, Europe, and Americas to Novorossiysk and regions across Russia
Sea container shipping remains the backbone of international trade—the majority of global cargo is transported by sea. EXPOR organizes reliable cargo delivery by sea transport with direct contracts from leading shipping lines and competitive freight rates.
Types of Sea Container Shipping
Choose the optimal shipping type for your cargo
FCL — Full Container Load
Full container load suitable for large shipments from 15-20 tons
LCL — Less than Container Load
Consolidated cargo economically viable for small shipments up to 15 tons
Refrigerated Shipping
Reefer containers maintain temperature ranges from -30°C to +30°C
Sea Freight Cost Calculator
Get a preliminary cost estimate in just a few minutes
Calculation examples
Ocean Freight: Cost Structure
Detailed understanding of cost components helps optimize logistics expenses
Ocean Freight
Base rate for sea transport between ports
Terminal Handling Charges (THC)
Terminal charges for handling at ports
Documentation charges
Costs for transport document processing
Key Sea Routes
Regular services from leading world ports to Russian ports
Asia-Pacific Region
Russia's largest sea freight trading partner
Main ports:
Typical cargo:
Electronics, textiles, manufactured goods, equipment
Europe
Industrial equipment and high-tech goods
Main ports:
Typical cargo:
Equipment, auto parts, chemical products
Americas
Promising direction for expanding trade relations
Main ports:
Typical cargo:
Raw materials, agricultural products, industrial goods
Detailed route information
Popular routes
Seasonal considerations
High demand, increased rates
Reduced rates, more space availability
Production shutdown in China
EXPOR advantages
Direct contracts
With leading shipping lines
Competitive rates
No hidden charges
Reliability
Guaranteed vessel space
24/7 support
Consultation and tracking
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Booking and Documentation Process
Professional vessel space booking and preparation of all necessary documents
Application submission
Cargo description, route, and delivery timeline requirements
Cost calculation
Commercial proposal with current rates and optimized routing
Space reservation
Vessel space booking and shipping documentation preparation
Shipping instructions
Providing shipping instructions and final documentation
Execution
Physical cargo delivery from pickup to destination
Working with Shipping Lines
EXPOR partners with the world's leading shipping companies to ensure reliable and competitive sea freight services
EXPOR direct contract advantages
How to choose a shipping line
Sea Freight Risks and Mitigation
Understanding and managing risks is key to successful sea freight operations
Operational risks
Schedule delays
due to weather conditions or technical issues
Port congestion
during peak seasons
Free time, demurrage and detention
Free time
complimentary days for container storage/use
Demurrage
charge for container storage at terminal after free time
Detention
charge for container use outside terminal after free time
We pre-negotiate free time and notify about critical deadlines to avoid penalties.
Cargo risks
Transport damage
Various types of cargo damage during sea transport
Special risks
Piracy
in certain world regions
Trust Your Sea Freight to EXPOR Professionals
Years of experience, direct carrier contracts, and individual approach to each client guarantee successful delivery of your cargo