International and Domestics FCL Shipping Services | Freight Freight

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FASTER FREIGHT INC

• Faster Freight Inc offers FCL shipping which is a
  shipment type where a cargo occupies the full
  size of a container in United States.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS.

• FCL Shipping
• What Does FCL Stands For?
• Why Use FCL Shipping?
• How Does FCL Shipping Work?
• When is FCL the best option?
• FCL Shipments Charges.
• Additional FCL Cost and Fees.
• Advantages of Shipping FCL.
• FCL Container Size and Dimensions.
• Pros and Cons of FCL Shipments.
• Expert tips for getting the best FCL pricing.
• So, what is the ideal method to ship your cargo?
• How to ship FCL on Faster Freight?
• About Faster Freight Inc.
• Contact Us.

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INTRODUCTION

• When transporting your goods overseas, it makes
  sense to choose a cost-effective and safe option
  whilst keeping costs down throughout your supply
  chain. Full Container Load (FCL) shipping is a
  useful option in many cases, especially when you
  need to deliver a large volume of product.
• Ship at high volumes? Ship large items like
  furniture, fragile ones like ceramics, or large,
  fragile ones like flat-screen TVs?
• You are very likely an FCL shipper.
• But that doesnt mean everything about FCL is
  clear.
• Thats why we consulted the experts and put
  together this guide to FCL. Read on to learn
  everything you need to know about shipping full
  containers.

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FCL SHIPPING
FCL involves shipping goods using, literally, a
full container. The container is used
exclusively for a full single shipment. You wont
share the container with any other cargo the
whole thing will be yours. However, this also
means you bear the cost of the complete shipment.
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WHAT DOES FCL STANDS FOR?

• FCL stands for a full container load.

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WHY USE FCL SHIPPING?

• Cost Shipping large volumes of product in an FCL
  is generally cheaper than LCL. This is because
  LCL shipping levies charges on a cubic meter
  basis whereas FCL rates are typically flat rates
  charged per the container. Whilst LCL works for
  small volume (anything under 10CBM), you normally
  benefit from cost efficiencies in an FCL over
  this amount.  
• Less risk of damage Because you will have one
  container full of your own goods with FCL, you
  can ensure that the integrity of your product is
  maintained because your goods will not be mixed
  with other cargo. 
• More efficient Using FCL through buyers
  consolidation is an effective way of shipping
  multiple smaller consignments from the same
  location. Rather than shipping multiple LCL
  shipments, it can be more efficient to
  consolidate the cargo together into one larger
  FCL shipment.

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HOW DOES FCL SHIPPING WORK?

• Booking your shipment The first stage is to book
  your FCL shipment. Your freight forwarder is able
  to do this for you, although youll need to
  ensure you give all the right documentation to
  them to ensure your order is managed with ease.
• Prepare goods for shipping The next step will be
  to prepare your goods for shipping. This can take
  time depending on the nature of the goods. We
  recommend starting early and seeking advice as to
  whether your goods require special packaging.
• Drayage After your goods are packed into the
  container and are ready to go, the FCL will be
  drayed out towards the port where your goods
  will be exported.
• Transit Once at the port, the FCL will transit
  to its destination on the appropriate vessel.
• Pickup or delivery Once your goods arrive at the
  port and offloaded from the vessel, theyll
  usually be delivered directly to the final
  destination point.

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WHEN IS FCL THE BEST OPTION?

• When goods fill a container Youll most likely
  use FCL for larger loads that can fit into their
  own container.

• Goods are large FCL rates are charged per
  container or per twenty foot equivalent unit
  (TEU), so youll probably want to ship cargo
  using an FCL method if your shipment is over 15
  cubic meters. Even when goods are small, the
  option of buyers consolidation may still be
  available. It will depend on your own commercial
  circumstances. FCL is a cost saver if you have a
  whole range of smaller shipments that could be
  sent at once.
• Regular shipments If you are shipping goods
  regularly, FCL is the most cost-effective way to
  transport cargo.

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FCL SHIPMENTS CHARGES

• When working with FCL, the buyer is renting the
  whole container space at a fixed rate. Aside from
  the fixed ocean freight cost, the buyer also
  needs to consider some additional fixed costs,
  such as the handling charges and chassis fee.
• Shipping lines usually change rates based on the
  routes demand, similar to commercial air travel,
  so its best to check the rates depending on when
  and where the container is going to be shipped.
• Here are some other factors that affect FCL
  pricing
• GRIs (General Rate Increases).
• Peak season price spikes.
• Holiday delays.

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ADDITIONAL FCL COST AND FEES
Labeling and palletization
Port Congestion Surcharge
Delivery
Additional FCL Cost Fees.
Demurrage and Detention
Customs Bonds
Duties and Taxes
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ADVANTAGES OF SHIPPING FCL

• The FCL Agreement is common for large-volume
  shipments because of the following reasons
• Risk With all types of shipping, risks are
  inevitable. While FCL does have the benefit of
  having significantly lower overall risks, we have
  outlined the potential dangers below for shippers
  to be aware of. 
• Cost FCL can still be cheaper than LCL, even
  when the containers are not filled to their full
  capacity. When a shipment has a total volume
  greater than 14 CBM, FCL becomes a viable option.
• Time The total transit time is also an advantage
  for the FCL agreement when compared with LCL
  because the whole container is transported
  directly to the final destination.

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FCL CONTAINER SIZE AND DIMENSIONS

• 20ft Shipping Container
• External measurement 20/8/86"
• Internal measurement 193"/77"/79"
• Floor area 150sqft
• Maximum weight 2230kg
• 40ft Shipping Container
• External measurement 40/8/86"
• Internal measurement 395"/78"/79"
• Floor area 28.33m2 (305sqft)
• Volume 66.83m3 (2360cuft)
• Maximum weight 3950kg

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PROS AND CONS OF FCL SHIPMENTS

• FCL Shipments Pros
• Flexibility FCL eliminates the need to find
  suppliers with transportation needs on the same
  routes as you, making the operation entirely
  customized to your individual demand.
• Safety FCL is likely to not damage your goods as
  the container just contains your goods
• Agility FCL normally guarantees a faster
  delivery when compared to LCL, considering
  customs and inspections processes are more
  straightforward when all the goods in a container
  belonging to a single supplier.
• FCL Shipments Cons
• High costs FCL requires you to pay for and
  accommodate the full container usage. This often
  makes the operation more expensive.
• Unfit for small parcels FCL doesnt attend the
  needs of importers and exporters with smaller
  cargo volume.

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EXPERT TIPS FOR GETTING THE BEST FCL PRICING

• If youre shipping FOB, make sure to specify your
  origin port with your seller.
• Book at least two weeks in advance of your pickup
  date. Three if possible.
• Know your shipments precise weight.
• Get important delivery information from your
  warehouse.
• Avoid shipping during peak season.

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SO, WHAT IS THE IDEAL METHOD TO SHIP YOUR CARGO?
Regardless of the shipping method you choose,
Faster Freight is ready to assist you! We are a
freight forwarder with years of experience in
developing import and export solutions for both
FCL and LCL shipments. Based in Florida and New
York, we count on a team of professionals with
all the know-how to effectively represent your
goods in the main United States ports and
airports. On top of that, through our strong
network of reliable global partners, we also
offer a worldwide reach of services.
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HOW TO SHIP FCL ON FASTER FREIGHT?

• If you choose to book your FCL shipment on Faster
  Freight, well take care of a lot of the
  confusing and time-consuming details. For
  example
• Because Faster Freight is a marketplace, youll
  be able to choose from a variety of quotes in
  real-time. That means you wont need to play
  phone tag with freight forwarders, and youll get
  a picture of market rates at a glance.
• You can order insurance and customs clearance for
  your shipment while you book your freight.
• Youll be able to track your shipment right on
  the Freightos.com platform.
• Youll get support for any questions that arise.

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ABOUT FASTER FREIGHT INC.
Faster Freight Inc. is one of the fastest growing
international logistics and freight forwarding
service providers, offering integrated shipping
services by air, water, and land worldwide. Since
our humble beginning in 2005 in the USA as a
small local freight forwarding company, we have
come a long way in establishing ourselves as the
preferred logistics partner to our vast customer
base across all industry sectors. Our offices are
located in the USA, India, the UAE, and the
Philippines. In the UAE, we are strategically
situated at SHAMS Free Zone in Sharjah which has
easy accessibility to Dubai, Sharjah, and Al
Maktoum Airports, as well as Jebel Ali
seaport. Currently, we are rapidly growing our
range of services and network offices in order to
serve our customers better. Our experienced team
comprises of full-time specialists to help them
with all their shipping needs at the most
competitive rates possible. We take care of the
entire documentation process and other
formalities like Customs clearances and provide
personal attention to every consignment. Our
customer-focused solutions, in-depth market
knowledge, and vast industry experience ensure
that the shipment arrives safe, secure, and on
time, every time.
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