Full Container Load (FCL)
Dedicated 20ft, 40ft, and 40ft High Cube containers configured for volume shipments, offering secure sealed transit, optimal cargo protection, and direct vessel scheduling.
FMC Licensed
Authorized Ocean Transportation Intermediary with published tariffs.
Dedicated Experts
Direct communication with senior sea freight logistics managers.
FCL & LCL Services
Full container and consolidated ocean freight on major ocean lanes.
Milestone Tracking
End-to-end container visibility from port loading to final door delivery.
Professional Ocean Logistics
Comprehensive Ocean Freight Solutions for International Buyers
As an FMC-licensed Ocean Transportation Intermediary and Non-Vessel Operating Common Carrier (NVOCC), BGI Worldwide Logistics provides international buyers, manufacturers, and trading companies with cost-effective ocean shipping solutions connecting Asia, Europe, the Americas, and global commerce hubs.
Less Than Container Load (LCL)
Cost-saving container consolidation for smaller cargo volumes. Pay exclusively for the cubic space your cargo occupies while benefiting from fixed oceanic sailing schedules.
Project Cargo & Out-of-Gauge
Specialized heavy machinery, breakbulk, flatbed, open-top, and oversized equipment transportation engineered with custom rigging, port permits, and vessel chartering.
Industry Expertise & Reliability
Why Overseas Procurement Teams Partner With BGI
Managing global sea freight requires rigorous compliance, ocean carrier contracts, and active risk mitigation at every maritime terminal.
01
FMC Licensing & Tariff Security
Operate under strict U.S. Federal Maritime Commission regulatory compliance with transparent rates and public tariff protections for total contract assurance.
02
Global Vessel Space Guarantees
Direct service agreements with top ocean carrier alliances ensure vessel capacity allocation even during peak shipping seasons and port congestion.
03
Customs & ISF Compliance
Pre-clearing documentation, automated ISF 10+2 filings, and customs clearance coordination to prevent costly port storage, demurrage, and detention fines.
04
Door-to-Door Multimodal Control
Integrated port drayage, rail intermodal transport, and warehouse delivery under a single ocean bill of lading for clear accountability.
05
Hazardous & Temperature Control
Certified IMDG dangerous goods cargo specialists and reefer container handling for specialized chemicals, electronics, and perishables.
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Named Account Management
A single dedicated ocean logistics professional manages your shipment from origin loading until destination arrival—no anonymous ticket queues.
Technical Reference Guide
Standard Container Specifications & Loading Capacities
Review standard ocean container dimensions to plan your product packaging and maximize container space utilization.
| Container Type | Internal Length | Internal Width | Internal Height | Max Volume (CBM) | Max Payload Weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 20' Standard Dry (20GP) | 5.90 m (19.4 ft) | 2.35 m (7.8 ft) | 2.39 m (7.9 ft) | 33.2 CBM (1,172 cu.ft) | 25,000 kg (55,115 lbs) |
| 40' Standard Dry (40GP) | 12.03 m (39.5 ft) | 2.35 m (7.8 ft) | 2.39 m (7.9 ft) | 67.7 CBM (2,390 cu.ft) | 27,600 kg (60,847 lbs) |
| 40' High Cube (40HC) | 12.03 m (39.5 ft) | 2.35 m (7.8 ft) | 2.69 m (8.8 ft) | 76.4 CBM (2,698 cu.ft) | 28,200 kg (62,170 lbs) |
| 40' Refrigerated (Reefer) | 11.58 m (38.0 ft) | 2.29 m (7.5 ft) | 2.50 m (8.2 ft) | 67.3 CBM (2,376 cu.ft) | 29,500 kg (65,036 lbs) |
*Payload capacities and exact internal dimensions vary slightly by container manufacturer and ocean line regulations.
Proven Operations Model
End-to-End Ocean Cargo Shipping Workflow
Our ocean logistics management minimizes handoff delays and operational friction. By verifying trade documentation prior to port departure, BGI ensures fast customs clearance and predictable transit timelines for overseas buyers.
- Incoterms validation (FOB, EXW, CIF, DDP, DAP)
- Container inspection and origin terminal loading verification
- Automated ISF 10+2 submission to U.S. Customs and Border Protection
- Seamless port drayage and destination warehouse unloading
5-Stage Shipping Process
- 1
Booking & Equipment Release
Container capacity secured with ocean carrier lines.
- 2
Origin Cargo Loading
Factory pickup, stuffing, and export customs clearance.
- 3
Ocean Transit & ISF Filing
Bill of Lading issuance and vessel location tracking.
- 4
Port Discharge & Customs
Import customs release, duty settlement, and terminal pickup.
- 5
Final Door Delivery
Container drayage and direct warehouse drop-off.
Knowledge Center
Frequently Asked Questions About Ocean Freight
Expert insights on international sea freight logistics for global procurement managers.
FCL (Full Container Load) reserves an entire container exclusively for your goods, minimizing risk of damage and offering faster port handling. LCL (Less than Container Load) consolidates cargo from multiple shippers into one container, making it ideal for smaller shipments under 15 CBM where paying for a full container is not cost-effective.
An FMC-licensed ocean transportation intermediary operates under strict U.S. Federal Maritime Commission bonding requirements, legal accountability, published tariffs, and industry standards, protecting cargo owners against illegal price markups, fraud, and carrier disputes.
International sea freight requires a Commercial Invoice, Packing List, Ocean Bill of Lading (or Express Release Waybill), and Certificate of Origin. For U.S.-bound ocean freight, an Importer Security Filing (ISF) must be transmitted to U.S. Customs at least 24 hours prior to cargo loading at the foreign port.
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