FCL and LCL from China, booked around your ship date, not ours
About 80% of what we move goes by sea. Most of it is full containers for manufacturers and big-box suppliers who need the same lanes, every week, without drama.
Contracted space, and people at the port
We hold annual contracts with four ocean carriers on the transpacific. That matters most from August to October and again before Lunar New Year, when spot space disappears and rates double overnight. Contract clients get a weekly allocation we protect.
Our own staff work out of Shenzhen, Ningbo and Shanghai. They visit suppliers, check cartons against the PO, watch containers being loaded when it matters, and send photos of the sealed doors before the truck leaves for the terminal.
- 20', 40', 40' high cube and 45' containers
- Weekly LCL consolidations from Yantian and Ningbo
- Flat rack and open top for oversized subassemblies
- Vietnam (Haiphong, Cai Mep) and Taiwan (Kaohsiung) origins
Which one fits your shipment?
FCL (full container)
You fill the container, it's sealed at origin and opened at your door. Best above roughly 15 cubic meters, or for anything fragile or high value.
- Lowest cost per unit at volume
- Least handling
- Planned-week delivery tracking
LCL (shared container)
Your pallets share a container with other shippers. Good for 2 to 14 cubic meters, samples, pilot runs and replenishment of slow-moving parts.
- Pay only for the space you use
- Weekly sailings, fixed cut-offs
- Deconsolidated in our own warehouse
Buyer's consolidation
Buying from five suppliers who each fill a quarter of a container? We collect from all of them and ship one full container instead of five LCLs.
- One container, one entry, one delivery
- Often 30–40% cheaper than separate LCL
- Pairs well with kitting
Where we ship from and to
| Origin port | Our team | Main US / Canada destinations | Weekly sailings we use |
|---|---|---|---|
| Yantian (Shenzhen) | Shenzhen office, 22 staff | LA/LB, Oakland, Seattle/Tacoma, Vancouver, Prince Rupert | 11 |
| Shekou / Nansha | Shenzhen office | LA/LB, Oakland | 6 |
| Ningbo | Ningbo office, 9 staff | LA/LB, NY/NJ, Savannah, Vancouver | 9 |
| Shanghai | Shanghai office, 6 staff | LA/LB, NY/NJ, Montreal, Halifax | 8 |
| Haiphong / Cai Mep | Partner agent | LA/LB, Seattle/Tacoma | 4 |
Inland rail to Chicago, Columbus, Memphis, Dallas and Toronto available on every routing.
How far ahead should we book?
Two to three weeks before the cargo-ready date for FCL outside peak. Four to six weeks from August to October and before Lunar New Year. Contract clients with a weekly allocation can book closer in.
Do you handle the ISF (10+2)?
Yes. Our brokers file it from the supplier's documents at least 72 hours before loading, which is earlier than the 24-hour legal minimum. Late ISFs are one of the most common causes of holds and fines, so we don't cut it close.
What about demurrage and detention?
We negotiate extended free time into our carrier contracts (usually 10–14 combined days at destination) and we plan deliveries to use it. If you're at risk of charges, you'll hear from us before they start, not on the invoice.
Can you insure the cargo?
Yes, all-risk cargo insurance is available on every booking at a percentage of the commercial value. Carrier liability alone is limited and rarely covers the real value of electronics or appliances.
Have a production schedule we should see?
Send us your PO dates and lane details. A planner (not a bot) will come back with routing options and a rate within one business day.