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International Maritime Transportation

Maritime Groupage LCL

Less than Container Load

We are freight forwarders with extensive experience in maritime consolidation, for imports, exports and crosstrade operations. With coverage in all ports worldwide, we provide flexible and efficient logistics solutions for consolidated cargo shipments.

Less than Container Load service

Documentation

Less than Container Load service

This maritime transportation service allows multiple shippers to share the same container. It is the preferred option for shipments where the cargo volume is less than that of a full container.

What's included in the service

Management and Procedures

Depending on the shipping conditions required by our clients, we can offer anything from a door-to-door service with all necessary procedures to a service only up to the port of loading or only up to the port of discharge. We can also intervene solely in the pickup, document procedures, or delivery, if the shipment requires it.

Shipping options

Palletized Cargo

Unlike full loads, groupage shipments will be handled multiple times during transit. In some cases, it may also be necessary to temporarily store and/or relocate them. Therefore, to operate without delays, the goods must be palletized.

Types of cargo

General cargo

Commercial shipments of various non-specialized goods that do not require temperature control or other specific considerations. This category includes a wide variety of products, from packaged foods to manufactured goods. Such shipments should be packaged in regular packaging materials such as boxes, drums, big bags, etc., and finally placed on pallets.

Dangerous goods

These are commercial shipments that require specific considerations based on their IMO classification. The range of products can vary widely, from lithium batteries to corrosive liquids or toxic gases. These shipments must be accompanied by a safety data sheet and packaged according to the instructions provided in the sheet.

Personal effects

According to customs regulations, this is the only type of cargo that individuals or private individuals can send, and only when it involves a change of residence. These goods typically consist of personal items such as clothing, furniture, books, etc. In any case, these items must be properly packaged in boxes or bubble wrap, and then palletized and shrink-wrapped for correct handling during shipment.

Temperature-controlled cargo

These are commercial shipments of perishable products and are typically classified into two main groups: food and pharmaceuticals. There are very few temperature-controlled groupage routes, so it will be necessary to check with the shipping line to see if the service is available. Such shipments must be packaged according to specific regulations and should be placed in boxes on pallets.

Cargo not accepted in maritime groupage

Vehicles and bulk cargo are among the types of cargo that cannot be transported in groupage.

The option of maritime groupage allows shipments to be made without bearing the cost of a full container. This reduces the economic impact of transportation on the value of the goods.

International Maritime Transportation

Maritime Groupage LCL

Less than Container Load

Less than Container Load service

What's included in the service

Management and Procedures

Shipping options

Palletized Cargo

Types of cargo

General cargo

Dangerous goods

Personal effects

Temperature-controlled cargo

Cargo not accepted in maritime groupage

Documentation

For the transportation of general cargo:

Commercial invoice.

Packing list.

For the transportation of dangerous goods:

Commercial invoice.

Packing list.

MSDS (Material Safety Data Sheet) or Safety Data Sheet.

For the transportation of personal effects:

Lista de contenido.

Copy of ID card or residence permit.

For the transportation of temperature-controlled goods:

Commercial invoice.

Packing list.

Original phytosanitary certificate.

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