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FCL Services

Full Container Load (FCL) means one shipper uses an entire container exclusively. The cargo is packed, sealed at the origin, and only opened at the final destination.

FCL Services (Full Container Load)

Full Container Load (FCL) means one shipper uses an entire container exclusively. The cargo is packed, sealed at the origin, and only opened at the final destination.

For large volume exporters, Full Container Load (FCL) shipping provides the highest level of security, speed, and cost efficiency. When utilizing an FCL service, the entire container is dedicated solely to your goods, eliminating intermediate handling risks, safeguarding cargo integrity, and avoiding groupage consolidation requirements.

We coordinate empty container pickup from major ICDs, supervise direct cargo loading at your manufacturing site, seal the container with tamper-evident security seals, and transport it via direct rail or road corridors to seaport terminals for vessel boarding.

End-to-End FCL Workflow

SCAN2FREIGHT SERVES FOR FCL CONTAINER

From origin pickup to ocean destination delivery, Scan2Freight manages every critical milestone of your FCL container shipment:

1

Pickup of the Cargo

Pick up of the cargo from the exporter warehouse or factory.

2

Booking and Space

After the negotiation of the freight with the carrier as per the contract, apply space with the shipping line and arrange vessel space with ocean carriers.

3

Release of Empty Container

After the release of the booking confirmation from the shipping line, we shall assist to client for the release of the empty container.

4

Custom Clearance

We shall file checklist and after the finalisation of the checklist by the shipper, arrange shipping bill.

5

Stuffing of the Container

After the finalisation of the shipping bill and empty release of the container by the shipping line, we shall assist for the stuffing of the container as per the clearance plan of the client.

6

Inland Transport

We shall assist for the movement of the containers by rail/road for the inland cargo to the seaport.

7

Documentation

We shall assist for the documentation in the custom, manages bill of lading as per the shipping instructions sent by the client and finalisation the bill of lading and release as per the instructions send by the client.

8

Tracking

Provides milestone or real-time visibility while goods move across the ocean as per the tracking details by the shipping line and also assist to the client for the details of the tracking of the vessel send by the shipping line.

Standard Cargo Container Dimension Sheet

Knowing the exact measurements of standard shipping containers allows you to plan your packing, staging, and cargo volume limits efficiently:

Container Type Inner Dimensions (L x W x H) Door Opening (W x H) Max Volume Max Payload
20ft Standard Dry 5.90m x 2.35m x 2.39m 2.34m x 2.28m 33.2 CBM ~25,000 kg
40ft Standard Dry 12.03m x 2.35m x 2.39m 2.34m x 2.28m 67.7 CBM ~27,600 kg
40ft High Cube (HC) 12.03m x 2.35m x 2.69m 2.34m x 2.58m 76.4 CBM ~28,200 kg

Reefer Cargo Handling & Cold Chain Management

Perishable agricultural produce, frozen meat, dairy, chemicals, and pharmaceutical goods require constant temperature control:

  • Pre-cooling: Cargo must be pre-cooled to the required carrying temperature before stuffing into the reefer container.
  • Air Circulation: Containers must be packed below the load limit line to ensure free air flow through the T-floor floorboards.
  • Humidity & Ventilation: Controlled fresh-air ventilation and humidity extraction settings prevent condensation mold during the voyage.
  • Continuous Power: Reefers are connected to terminal power on land and ship power at sea, using mobile generator sets (Gen-Sets) during road/rail transit.

FCL Cargo FAQ

What is the standard payload limit for 20ft and 40ft containers?
A standard 20ft container generally supports up to 25,000kg of cargo, while a 40ft container can accommodate up to 27,600kg. However, local road and rail weight limits at origin/destination must always be verified prior to loading.
How are demurrage and detention managed?
Demurrage relates to storing containers at the port past the allocated free days. Detention relates to keeping the empty container box past the agreed gate-return deadline. Both are managed strictly by adhering to shipping line schedules and inland clearance timelines.
Can exporters choose specific steamship lines?
Yes. Exporters have the flexibility to select specific shipping lines based on preferred routings, direct sailings, container equipment availability, and sailing schedules.
What is Verified Gross Mass (VGM)?
SOLAS regulations mandate that shippers declare the Verified Gross Mass (VGM) of every loaded container using certified scale readings before it can be legally loaded onto a commercial container ship.

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