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Sea Freight Services

Sea freight services are currently experiencing a significant surge in demand for international cargo transportation by sea, catering to commercial enterprises and manufacturing, import, and export companies.

Sea transport offers several advantages, such as the capacity to carry large volumes of goods, lower transportation costs compared to other methods like air freight, and the ability to transport goods over long distances.

To provide a better understanding of sea freight services, KVN Logistics would like to share information to help customers comprehend the strengths and weaknesses of this service.

1. What is Sea Freight?

Sea freight involves the transportation activities related to the use of maritime infrastructure and means of transport. This includes the use of land and water areas connected by sea routes linking countries, and the use of ships, handling equipment, etc., to facilitate the movement of goods over these sea routes.

Thanks to the network of seaports worldwide, the coordination between international sea freight companies for cargo transportation and delivery has become easier and more vibrant than ever. Sea freight is the most superior and crucial transport method today, accounting for up to 80% of the total volume of goods transported globally by different methods.

In Vietnam, with over 3,260 km of coastline, 45 major port clusters, and being situated on a dynamic cargo shipping route, Vietnam plays a significant role in global maritime trade. Thus, Vietnam’s sea freight services hold many advantages and prospects for future development.

2. Advantages and Disadvantages of Sea Freight Services

2.1 Advantages of Sea Freight Services:

• Suitable for transporting large quantities of goods over long distances, with longer transit times.

• Sea freight services are ideal for international trade, contributing to cultural exchange and access between countries.

• Sea freight costs are relatively low compared to other transportation methods like air freight.

• Goods are ensured to be safe during transportation.

• Flexible shipping schedules, allowing for proactive planning of transport and delivery.

• Low construction, renovation, and maintenance costs due to natural traffic.

• High capability for transporting specialized containers, etc.

2.2 Disadvantages of Sea Freight:

• Sea transport heavily depends on maritime weather conditions. The speed of ships is also limited.

• Unable to deliver goods directly inland, requiring combination with other transport methods.

• Longer transit times, unsuitable for high-value goods requiring quick delivery.

• Sea pollution due to maritime accidents and damages.

3. KVN Logistics’ International Sea Freight Services

3.1 KVN Logistics’ Sea Freight Routes:

KVN Logistics provides international sea freight services from domestic ports to ports in various territories and countries worldwide:

• Southeast Asia Route: Singapore, Thailand, Indonesia, Malaysia, Philippines, etc.

• Asia Route: China, South Korea, Japan, Taiwan, etc.

• Oceania Route: Australia, New Zealand, etc.

• South Asia Route: India, Pakistan, Dubai, UAE, etc.

• Europe Route: UK, France, Germany, Spain, Denmark, Sweden, Italy, Russia, etc.

• North & South America Route: USA, Canada, Brazil, Peru, Chile, etc.

• Africa Route: South Africa, Mozambique, Egypt, Rwanda, etc.

3.2 Sea Freight Process through KVN Logistics:

The process of sea freight through KVN Logistics includes the following steps:

1. Receiving cargo information.

2. Providing a transportation quote.

3. Signing the contract.

4. Transporting the goods.

5. Payment and contract settlement.

3.3 Sea Freight Rates of KVN Logistics:

KVN Logistics offers highly competitive sea freight rates, ensuring the provision of quality services at the most reasonable prices for customers. Additionally, we have attractive incentives for long-term customers or large orders. To get the best and fastest sea freight quote, please provide us with the following information:

• Name of goods, quantity, weight.

• Type of shipment: LCL (Less than Container Load), FCL (Full Container Load) 20ft or 40ft, bulk cargo, etc.

• Port of origin and port of destination.

• Packing specifications/units, Incoterms (terms of trade), etc.