Sea Freight Shipping and Forwarding

Sea Freight, in this context, refers to marine cargo which is processed at seaport terminals like the Port of Felixstowe in Suffolk - which is the busiest container port in the UK. 

Marine cargo is a very broad category and shipping and forwarding have slightly different meanings. Marine cargo, or sea freight, consists of various types of cargo including automobiles, containers, project cargo, bulk cargo and break bulk cargo. Secondly, shipping literally means transporting by ship, whereas forwarding is a little esoteric. It refers to a host of processing and documentation services necessary to get something from one party to another party, which in our case includes shipping. How can we put these terms for sea freight shipping/forwarding into a working definition? 

We can say now that sea freight shipping/forwarding is the transportation of marine cargo on a seagoing vessel, often thanks to the good offices of an agent who performs the processing services required. That's not overly complicated; it's almost elegant in describing the scope of what a huge industry it is worldwide. 

Automobiles as sea freight are carried on roll-on/roll-off ships. Another very specialised ship is that which handles containers. The world of sea freight shipping/forwarding is dominated by this cargo. 

The Port of Felixstowe handles 35% of the container shipments to/from the UK. That makes it the 6th busiest in Europe and the 35th in the world. In many cases, a container used in sea freight shipping/forwarding is dedicated to one type of goods such as auto-parts, machinery, shoes, toys and even frozen food. That said, less than full container loads (LCL) from various shippers can be combined to fill a container. This makes it more economical for all parties and makes it more beneficial for the cargo ships since they have to make less trips across the Atlantic (or through any other body of water) when all of the containers are full. 

Bulk cargo and break bulk cargo are similarly related as are full or less than full container loads. Commodities such as salt, oil and scrap metal as well as alumina, logs, gypsum or grain are handled as bulk. Break bulk, as the name implies, is material that lends itself to be loaded on pallets which can be hauled up, down and sideways by cranes. While still in use, a lot of break bulk cargo is now being containerised for sea freight shipping/forwarding.

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New Report Claims 3.1% Growth in Freight Forwarding Market is Greatly Misleading

Transport Intelligence, the leading logistics research and consultancy specialists, have published a new report which reveals the full extent of the increasing divergence between the air and sea freight forwarding markets.

Although the overall market grew by 3.1% to $125.85bn in 2012, Ti's new report, Global Freight Forwarding 2013, suggests this figure is misleading as the positive growth was entirely attributed to the sea freight sector. Read more here: http://www.heraldonline.com/2013/07/17/5027171/new-report-claims-31-growth-in.html#storylink=cpy

If you would like to find out more information on the container shipping and sea freight services we offer, visit our website.

Abnormal load service

Here at KMB shipping, we understand that you don’t want to pay a fortune for overweight, over-width & over height; that’s why our abnormal load service has been tailored for you, the customer, as we will find the optimum method to move it at a realistic price. Whilst the load sizes can be very similar in terms of range, the carriage can vary hugely in terms of complexity. That's why at KMB Shipping we understand that planning and preparation is the key to a successful transit. We will take time to understand the nature of your load and construct the planning of the route to suite.

We will arrange all the necessary paperwork and notifications through to ensuring the appropriate escort is in place. It is the attention to detail that we believe sets us apart, thus ensuring a safe, reliable and cost effective movement of your goods. We offer services to cover all aspects of out of gauge cargo; from loads that are just out of gauge to cranes, drilling rigs and project cargo. We will work with you to identify what method of shipment you need and what permits may be required. Please feel free to contact us, either by calling us on 01215 573352 or by visiting our website and we will be happy to answer any questions you may have regarding all our abnormal load services.

Haulage UK

We offer local and national transport services from a single pallet to a full load; this service covers the whole of the UK. We also pride ourselves on our reliable, flexible and knowledgeable approach to be able to offer a custom service that can suit all types of businesses & goods.

Based in the Midlands, our haulage service is well placed to access all areas of the British Isle’s and can offer a service level to suit your needs including;

• 2/3 day economy service
• 48hr guaranteed
• Next-day delivery
• Dedicated vehicle for those urgent time critical deliveries

Our haulage package offers handling, storage and we can even supply vehicles ensuring our customers receive a fully comprehensive service. For more on our haulage service within the UK, please visit our website. 

Freight Shipping News - Shipping director raises concerns over NorthLink freight service

A warning has been issued that NorthLink’s vessels have insufficient space to cater for an anticipated growth in freight demand. The local external transport forum has heard freight services on the Serco-run ferries are already hitting capacity at times. Read more at - http://www.shetlandtimes.co.uk/2013/06/25/shipping-director-raises-concerns-over-northlink-freight-service

If you are looking for a haulage company who can offer affordable international shipping as well as abnormal loads services and container transport, then visit us online or call us on 01215 573352.

Freight Forwarding industry News

In a move which many in the freight and supply chain, not to say regulatory agencies, will view with some surprise, if not perhaps suspicion, the big three box carriers, Maersk, MSC and CMA CGM, have launched a ‘long term alliance’ which will see them combine their individual container shipping services into a rationalised set of routings on all the major East – West trade lanes across Asia – Europe, Trans-Pacific and Trans-Atlantic to be called the P3 Network. Read more at - http://www.handyshippingguide.com/shipping-news/big-3-box-freight-carriers-join-in-largest-ever-container-shipping-alliance-and-central-control_4681

To find out about the freight forwarding, abnormal loads, and haulage services we offer, visit us online at http://www.kmbshipping.co.uk/

More Freight Shipping Industry News

The start of the month saw another shipment forming part of the continuing role which Russian based freight airline Volga-Dnepr is playing in the current space programme. As we have reported previously the giant aircraft employed by the cargo carrier are essential in ensuring smooth, rapid intercontinental transit for the heavy, yet extremely delicate, pieces. Read more - http://www.handyshippingguide.com/shipping-news/another-space-age-cargo-for-air-freight-carrier_4670

Here at KMB Shipping, we are a professional freight forwarding and haulage company that can provide abnormal loads services, air freight shipping and much more. Visit our website.