Sea Freight Services by
ARCH STAR

At ARCH STAR, our sea freight services provide a robust and reliable solution for transporting goods across international waters. We leverage our partnerships with leading shipping lines to offer competitive rates and flexible options for Full Container Load (FCL), Less than Container Load (LCL), Roll-on/Roll-off (RORO), and bulk shipments. Our experienced team handles all aspects of the logistics process, including meticulous documentation, customs clearance, and cargo tracking, ensuring that your shipments are managed efficiently from start to finish. With a keen understanding of maritime regulations and best practices, we prioritize the safety and security of your cargo throughout its journey.

Our commitment to customer satisfaction drives us to deliver tailored sea freight solutions that meet the unique needs of each client. We recognize that every shipment is vital to your business, and we strive to provide timely and cost-effective services that enhance your supply chain efficiency. ARCH STAR’s end-to-end support means that you can focus on your core operations while we take care of the complexities of sea freight logistics. Whether you're shipping containers, vehicles via RORO, or bulk commodities, you can trust ARCH STAR to ensure that your goods arrive at their destination safely and on schedule, backed by our dedicated approach and extensive industry expertise.

Cargo Shipping Methods:

1. Full Container Load (FCL): This is when an entire container is used for a single shipment. The shipper is responsible for packing and unpacking the container, and it generally offers a more secure and efficient shipping method for larger volumes.

2. Less than Container Load (LCL): In this type, multiple shippers share space within a single container. It's cost-effective for smaller shipments that don't require a full container.

3. Roll-On/Roll-Off (RORO): This method is used for shipping wheeled cargo, such as cars, trucks, and trailers, which are driven on and off the vessel on their own wheels or using a platform vehicle.

4. Bulk Cargo: This involves the transport of large quantities of unpackaged cargo, such as grain, coal, ore, and cement. Bulk cargo is generally divided into:

• Dry Bulk: Transported in bulk carriers without packaging.

• Liquid Bulk: Includes liquids like oil and chemicals, typically transported in tankers.

5. Neo-Bulk Cargo: Items that are shipped in a specific way but aren't containerized, such as lumber, paper, or steel. They are generally loaded individually but in large volumes.

6. Break Bulk: Cargo that is loaded individually rather than in containers, often using cranes and other handling equipment. This includes items like machinery, vehicles, or large pieces of equipment.

7. Project Cargo: Refers to the transportation of large, heavy, high-value, or complex pieces of equipment, often for specific projects like construction or energy development.

8. Charter Shipping: Involves hiring an entire vessel for a specific shipment. This is common for very large shipments or when a specific route is needed.

9. Consolidated Shipping: Multiple small shipments are combined into one larger shipment to maximize efficiency and reduce costs, similar to LCL but can include different types of cargo.

10. Containerized Cargo: Using standardized shipping containers to transport goods, which can include both FCL and LCL shipments.

11. Reefer Cargo: Refers to refrigerated shipping containers used to transport perishable goods that require temperature control, such as food and pharmaceuticals.