Full Container Load (FCL)
Dedicated 20ft, 40ft, and 40ft High Cube container capacity with negotiated ocean carrier contracts, equipment priority, and direct port-to-port or door-to-door transit schedules.
FMC Registered OTI
Licensed by the U.S. Federal Maritime Commission with bonded liability coverage.
Published Tariff Access
Fully compliant with federal electronic tariff publishing rules and contract security.
Global Network
Direct ocean carrier agreements across major transpacific, transatlantic, and Asia-Europe lanes.
Accountable Specialists
Dedicated logistics experts managing cargo handoffs from origin factory to destination door.
Reliable Maritime Solutions
End-to-End Ocean Freight Management for Overseas Buyers
Navigating global ocean transport requires more than booking vessel space—it demands regulatory authority, precise documentation, and proactive risk mitigation across ocean carrier alliances.
Less than Container Load (LCL)
Cost-effective consolidation solutions for smaller cargo volumes. Pay only for the volume (CBM) used, managed through secure container freight stations (CFS) worldwide.
Project Cargo & Breakbulk
Specialized heavy-lift, out-of-gauge (OOG), flat-rack, and open-top ocean freight management for industrial machinery, energy infrastructure, and oversized fabrications.
Customs Clearance Coordination
Seamless integration of ISF (Import Security Filing), tariff classification under HTS codes, customs entry documentation, and port drayage dispatch at major global terminals.
FMC Tariff Governance
Strict adherence to U.S. Federal Maritime Commission rules, guaranteeing transparent bill-of-lading terms, legally compliant surcharges, and enforceable service contracts.
Cargo Insurance & Protection
Comprehensive marine cargo insurance coverage options shielding overseas buyers against general average claims, rough seas damage, and unexpected transit loss.
Operational Excellence
How We Control Your Ocean Shipping Workflow
Our 4-step governance process ensures zero delays, complete regulatory safety, and total control over your supply chain milestones.
01
Incoterms & Route Review
We review purchase contracts (FOB, CIF, EXW, DDP) to define clear responsibility, origin drayage costs, and document owner roles.
02
Carrier Booking & Allocation
Capacity is secured on reliable ocean vessels, balancing transit time against freight rates to fit production schedules.
03
Export Document Audit
Commercial invoices, packing lists, master/house bills of lading, and export declarations are audited prior to container loading.
04
Port Clearance & Final Mile
Pre-arrival customs filing ensures swift terminal release, followed by immediate drayage to the final warehouse or buyer facility.
Strategic Sourcing Guide
Container Shipping Specifications Comparison
Reference guide for ocean container capacity, weight limits, and ideal application scenarios for volume planning.
| Container Type | Payload Volume (CBM) | Max Weight Limit | Best Suited Freight Commodities |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20ft Standard Dry Container | ~33.2 CBM | Up to 28,200 kg | Heavy commodities, dense minerals, machinery parts, compact cargo |
| 40ft Standard Dry Container | ~67.7 CBM | Up to 26,700 kg | General consumer goods, apparel, electronics, commercial products |
| 40ft High Cube Container | ~76.4 CBM | Up to 26,500 kg | Voluminous, lightweight freight, furniture, boxed retail goods |
| LCL Consolidation | Flexible (1 to 15 CBM) | Variable per CBM | Small B2B orders, sample shipments, initial supplier orders |
Proven Experience
Real-World Maritime Supply Chain Execution
Demonstrated logistics engineering for complex international ocean transport challenges.
Transpacific FCL Supply Chain Streamlining
Managed a multi-container import schedule for a leading machinery distributor across 5 Asian ports into North America. Reduced port demurrage charges by 94% through integrated ISF pre-clearance and pre-booked rail drayage.
FCL Freight & Customs Pre-ClearanceGlobal LCL Origin Consolidation Hub
Engineered an origin consolidation program for an overseas buyer sourcing from 12 regional suppliers. Combined smaller orders into consolidated 40ft High Cube containers, cutting unit shipping costs by 28%.
LCL Consolidation & Tariff Management
Frequently Asked Questions
Answers for Ocean Freight Importers & Global Shippers
Direct technical answers from our FMC-licensed ocean freight compliance team.
An FMC (Federal Maritime Commission) license certifies that BGI operates as a legally compliant Ocean Transportation Intermediary (OTI) in the United States. It guarantees bonded financial security, published rate transparency under federal rules, and strict adherence to international maritime law.
FCL (Full Container Load) reserves an entire 20ft, 40ft, or 40ft High Cube container for your shipment, reducing handling and transit times. LCL (Less than Container Load) consolidates smaller cargo volumes with other shipments, allowing cost efficiency when shipping smaller quantities.
Under U.S. Federal Maritime Commission regulations, licensed NVOCCs maintain transparent public tariffs that outline rates, surcharges, rules, and service terms. BGI publishes its tariff electronically to ensure full rate integrity and regulatory compliance for global trade.
Key documents include the Commercial Invoice, Detailed Packing List, Ocean Bill of Lading (B/L), Certificate of Origin, Safety Data Sheets (for hazardous goods), and destination-specific customs import filings.
Optimize Your Ocean Freight Routing Today
Connect directly with our FMC-licensed ocean freight specialists to consult on container availability, rate tariffs, and international trade compliance.