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Sea means international waters and trading of goods from anywhere around the globe. If you’re a client and require sea freight services, it is crucial to examiivative of the logistic providers which sea freights costs. Hence the article intends to highlight the various aspects that determine the pricing of sea freight. As a client, this will help you to get through the intricacies of such an integral service.
An Insight into Sea Freight Pricing
There are many determinants that come into play when setting the price of sea freight and these include the volume and weight of the cargo, origin and destination, commodities, and the type of services provided. TONGZHI covers several international routes hence guarantees clients a variety of sea freight services to suit their needs.
Volume and Weight Strategies Volume and weight of the cargo is the first and the most basic factor for every sea freight pricing. Volumes are usually expressed in cubic meters, while the pallion in weight metric. The volume or weight of the cargo determines the cost because larger shipments will need more space and will need to be handled more.
Distance
One of the factors determining the costs of sea freight is the distance between the source port and the destination port. Costs tend to be higher for longer distances, as there is more fuel, more time and more handling services to be used.
Type of Goods
The cost of carrying goods is determined by the nature of the goods shipped. For example, hazardous and perishable items may need special packaging, thus raising the total cost. In addition, high-value items may also raise the cost of insurance, affecting overall cost as well.
Level of Service
Prices can be affected by the choice of service level. Basic services are said to be reasonably priced while express, or door to door services tend to be more costly.
TONGZHI's Sea Freight Solutions
In relation to TONGZHI’s sea freight solutions, there are some factors or services that require a different cost:
International Sea Freight + Express
If you are looking for a more cohesive experience, this service puts together the option of express delivery and the usual ocean freight at a formulated price. Expect to pay more for this service, but it is worth it.
International Sea Freight DDP (Delivered Duty Paid)
DDP service includes and covers every service that is required to bring the goods to their final place of destination including the import duties and other taxes. While DDP is priced higher, it provides great convenience for customers who don’t want to be bothered with the details.
International Maritime Transportation of Oversized Cargo
The intense transportation of bulky items demands a variety of machinery and relevant know-how which consequently makes them expensive due to the intricacy and extra means required.
Conclusion
For the clients interested in optimising their shipping costs understanding the price creating tactics in sea freight is very important. Such customers can combine factors like volume, weight, distance, type of goods and level of service to come up with the right option for them and their business. TONGZHI offers a variety of sea freight services providing a necessary degree of flexibility and customization in order to meet the local requirements and the individual’s budget of each client.
