Sea freight is the most cost-efficient way to move large volumes internationally. NOVEX arranges full container loads and less-than-container-load shipments between major ports worldwide, and coordinates the road legs at origin and destination when you need a door-to-door solution.
Full Container Load (FCL)
One or more containers exclusively for your cargo. Sealed at origin, opened at destination.
Less Than Container Load (LCL)
Your cargo shares container space with other shippers. Suitable for smaller volumes that do not justify a full container.
20ft container
Approximately 33 m³ of usable volume. Common for dense, heavy cargo.
40ft container
Approximately 67 m³. The standard choice for larger volumes.
40ft High Cube
Approximately 76 m³ with extra height for voluminous, lighter cargo.
Service models
- 01
Port-to-port
Ocean leg only. You arrange delivery to the origin port and collection at destination.
- 02
Door-to-port
Pickup at your premises and delivery to the destination port.
- 03
Port-to-door
Collection at the origin port and delivery to the final address.
- 04
Door-to-door
The complete chain, including both road legs and documentation coordination.
Frequently asked questions
When is LCL the better choice?
As a rule of thumb, LCL suits smaller volumes where a full container would ship mostly empty. Above a certain volume FCL becomes more economical and reduces handling. NOVEX compares both in your quote where relevant.
Which documents are needed for sea freight?
Typically a commercial invoice, packing list and the transport document (bill of lading). Depending on the goods and destination, certificates of origin or other documents may apply. NOVEX guides you through what is needed for your shipment.
Can NOVEX handle the customs clearance?
Customs clearance can be coordinated through our customs partners at origin and destination. Let us know in your request and we include it in the offer.
Related trade lanes
Belgium ↔ Morocco
Key corridorTrailer and container freight between Antwerp, Brussels and the Moroccan hubs.
Antwerp · Brussels · Tanger Med · Casablanca
View laneEurope ↔ Asia
Ocean and air freight between European hubs and Asian manufacturing centres such as Shanghai.
Rotterdam · Antwerp · Hamburg · Shanghai
View laneEurope ↔ Middle East
Sea and air freight between Europe and hubs such as Dubai and Istanbul.
Rotterdam · Hamburg · Istanbul · Dubai
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