Standard Dry Container Shipping is a global intermodal freight service utilizing ISO-compliant dry freight containers (20'GP, 40'GP, 40'HC) to transport general cargo, industrial raw materials, and manufactured goods across major ocean routes and rail networks. This service handles non-temperature-sensitive cargo packed in cartons, pallets, drums, or crates. Execution includes direct carrier bookings, container equipment allocation, drayage coordination, and port-to-port or door-to-door delivery, supported by NVOCC operations and Federal Maritime Commission (FMC) compliance.
Key Service Features
Direct Carrier Allocations: Tier-1 space protection agreements with major container shipping lines to maintain equipment and space during high-demand quarters.
Equipment Standards: Deployment of certified, cargo-worthy dry containers maintained in compliance with international shipping safety regulations.
Intermodal Connectivity: Integrated drayage, rail ramp transfers, and feeder barge connections linking inland manufacturing regions directly to international container ports.
Milestone Tracking: EDI-integrated tracking providing status updates for vessel departures, gate-in/gate-out logs, and customs clearance milestones.
Contract Options: Annual service contracts, fixed-rate validity terms, and spot market bookings aligned with enterprise shipment volumes.
Product-Specific Specifications
All deployed containers comply with ISO 668 and ISO 1496 standards and carry valid Convention for Safe Containers (CSC) safety approval plates.
|
Container Type |
Internal Length |
Internal Width |
Internal Height |
Door Opening Width |
Door Opening Height |
Max Payload (Gross - Tare) |
Cubic Capacity |
|
20' Dry Van (20'GP) |
5,898 mm |
2,352 mm |
2,393 mm |
2,340 mm |
2,280 mm |
Approx. 28,200 kg |
33.2 m³ |
|
40' Dry Van (40'GP) |
12,032 mm |
2,352 mm |
2,393 mm |
2,340 mm |
2,280 mm |
Approx. 26,600 kg |
67.7 m³ |
|
40' High Cube (40'HC) |
12,032 mm |
2,352 mm |
2,698 mm |
2,340 mm |
2,585 mm |
Approx. 26,580 kg |
76.2 m³ |
Shipping Process
Booking & Data Submission: Submission of shipping instructions, Verified Gross Mass (VGM) declarations, and commodity classification details.
Equipment Release & Stuffing: Empty container release from designated depots, followed by cargo loading, weight distribution across the floor, and heavy-duty lashing/blocking.
Gate-In & Export Customs: Delivery of the loaded container to the terminal gate, completion of export customs declarations, and carrier manifest filing (e.g., AMS, ENS, ACI).
Ocean Transit: Vessel loading, maritime transit across designated trade lanes, and transshipment handling if required by the routing schedule.
Import Clearance & Delivery: Arrival at the destination port, import customs clearance, terminal handling, and final drayage delivery to the consignee facility.
Cargo Requirements & Preparation
Packaging Standards
Cargo must be packed in export-grade packaging, such as heat-treated wooden pallets compliant with ISPM 15, reinforced master cartons, or steel strapping.
Weight Distribution
Cargo weight must be evenly distributed across the container wooden floor to prevent shifting during transit and to comply with highway weight limits.
Prohibited & Restricted Cargo
Hazardous materials, wet cargo, or goods susceptible to heavy condensation require specialized equipment (such as Reefer, Open Top, or Flat Rack containers) and cannot be loaded into standard dry vans without classification approval.
Moisture Mitigation
Silica gel desiccants or container moisture barriers should be applied for humidity-sensitive shipments to manage interior condensation risks.
Shipping Routes & Transit Time
Trans-Pacific (Asia to USWC / USEC): Services connecting Asian manufacturing hubs (Shanghai, Ningbo, Shenzhen, Busan) to North American ports (Los Angeles, Long Beach, New York, Savannah). Port-to-port transit averages 12 to 28 days depending on the coast.
Asia-Europe: Loops linking East Asian ports to Northern European and Mediterranean gateways (Rotterdam, Antwerp, Hamburg, Genoa). Port-to-port transit ranges from 28 to 38 days.
Trans-Atlantic & Regional: Feeder and mainline coverage supporting transatlantic and regional trade lanes with scheduled weekly departures.
Shipping Costs & Required Information
Freight quotations are structured based on base ocean freight, Bunker Adjustment Factor (BAF), Terminal Handling Charges (THC at origin and destination), documentation fees, and local drayage.
To obtain an accurate quotation, provide the following parameters:
Origin factory/warehouse zip code and destination port/zip code.
Container type and quantity (e.g., 2 x 40'HC).
Total cargo gross weight per container (VGM).
Commodity description and HS code.
Target shipment schedule (Ready to Load date).
Required Demurrage & Detention (D&D) free time days at destination.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Online Booking Portal: Access B2B Freight Portal
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