Shipping & Logistics Guidelines
Please review our operational guidelines, trade standards, and documentation requirements to ensure seamless cargo operations.
Container Specifications & Load Limits
- 20' Standard (DV): Max Payload approx. 21,700 kg / Volume 33.2 cbm. Suitable for heavy, dense cargo.
- 40' Standard (DV): Max Payload approx. 26,700 kg / Volume 67.7 cbm. Perfect for general voluminous goods.
- 40' High Cube (HC): Extra height (+30cm) for overheight cargo / Volume 76.3 cbm.
- Open Top & Flat Rack: Specialized equipment available for oversized or heavy-lift project cargo.
Packaging & Palletization Standards
- Pallet Requirements: Standard Euro pallets (80x120 cm) or Standard Industrial pallets (100x120 cm) must be ISPM-15 heat-treated.
- Cargo Securing: All goods must be properly lashed, blocked, and braced inside containers to avoid shifting.
- Weight Distribution: Cargo weight must be distributed evenly across the floor area of the container.
- Labeling: Hazardous materials (IMO) must display correct UN number and diamond hazard labels on all 4 sides.
Incoterms 2020 Quick Reference
- EXW (Ex Works): Maximum obligation on buyer; seller just makes goods available at their warehouse.
- FOB (Free On Board): Seller delivers goods on board the vessel nominated by the buyer at the named port.
- CFR / CIF: Seller pays cost & freight to destination port. CIF includes marine insurance covering risks.
- DAP (Delivered At Place): Seller delivers when goods are placed at disposal of buyer on arriving means of transport.
Required Shipping Documents
- Commercial Invoice: Must state explicit goods description, currency, HS codes, and Incoterm.
- Packing List: Detailed breakdown of net/gross weight, package count, and dimensions per item.
- Bill of Lading (B/L) / AWB: Original or Telex Release instructions must be confirmed before destination release.
- Certificates: Certificate of Origin, Phytosanitary, or ATR / EUR.1 movement certificates where applicable.
