The Right Container Shipping Solution for Every Shipment
At Go Ocean Logistics, we know every shipment is different — in size, in value, in urgency. That’s why we offer both Full Container Load (FCL) and Less-than-Container Load (LCL) ocean freight services, so you pay for exactly what you need and nothing more.
Whether you’re moving a single pallet or a full 40-foot container of goods, we handle the ocean freight, export documentation, U.S. Customs filing, and destination clearance — from your door to wherever in the world your cargo needs to go.
- FCL & LCL Ocean Freight
- 20' and 40' Standard containers
- High Cube & Refrigerated Containers
- Export Customs Filed on Your Behalf
- Real-Time Shipment Tracking
- Transparent, All-Inclusive Pricing
- Amazon FBA & Warehousing
- Global Network — 100+ Countries
- Fully Licensed & Bonded
Why Container Shipping
Container shipping is the backbone of international trade. If your cargo isn’t a vehicle or oversized equipment, it’s almost certainly moving in a container — and choosing between FCL and LCL is the first and most important decision you’ll make.
Go Ocean Logistics takes the guesswork out of that decision. We assess your cargo volume, destination, and timeline and recommend the option that delivers the best balance of cost, speed, and security. Then we handle everything else — booking, documentation, customs, tracking, and delivery coordination at destination.
You focus on your business. We get your cargo there.
Watercraft We Accept for International Shipping
Motorboats & Speedboats
Sailboats
Yachts
Fishing Boats
Pontoon Boats
Jet Skis / Personal Watercraft (PWC)
Inflatable Boats & RIBs
Houseboats
Important: All watercraft must be on a road-legal trailer for RoRo transport. If your vessel does not have a trailer, contact us — we can advise on cradle or container options.
Our Container Services
FCL — Full Container Load
A Full Container Load shipment means your cargo has the entire container to itself. The container is sealed at the point of loading and doesn’t open again until it reaches the destination terminal — providing maximum security, privacy, and chain-of-custody control.
When FCL Is the Right Choice
- Your cargo fills or nearly fills a 20′ or 40′ container
- You’re shipping high-value, sensitive, or fragile goods
- You need the container sealed and exclusive — no co-loading with other shippers’ cargo
- You want to ship personal effects or household goods alongside commercial cargo
- You’re shipping non-running vehicles or machinery that requires container loading
- You’re moving regular, high-volume shipments and want consistent cost control
FCL Advantages
- Exclusive Use — your cargo is the only cargo in the container
- Maximum Protection — sealed from origin to destination, no intermediate handling
- Lower per-unit cost at high volume — FCL rates are fixed per container, not per CBM
- Faster transit — no consolidation delays; containers load and sail on schedule
- Suitable for hazardous cargo, temperature-sensitive goods, and confidential shipments
Available Container Types
| Container Type | Internal Dimensions (approx.) | Max Payload | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20' Standard (GP) | 5.9m L × 2.35m W × 2.39m H | ~28,000 kg | Dense or heavy cargo, smaller volumes |
| 40' Standard (GP) | 12.0m L × 2.35m W × 2.39m H | ~26,500 kg | Bulky cargo, larger volumes |
| 40' High Cube (HC) | 12.0m L × 2.35m W × 2.69m H | ~26,330 kg | Tall cargo, furniture, light bulky goods |
| 20' Refrigerated (Reefer) | 5.44m L × 2.29m W × 2.27m H | ~27,400 kg | Perishables, pharmaceuticals, temp-controlled |
| 40' Refrigerated (Reefer) | 11.56m L × 2.29m W × 2.27m H | ~29,000 kg | Large volumes of temp-sensitive cargo |
LCL — Less-Than-Container Load
A Less-than-Container Load shipment means your cargo shares a container with goods from other shippers. You pay only for the space your cargo occupies, measured in cubic metres (CBM). LCL is the most cost-effective solution for smaller shipments that don’t require or justify a full container.
When LCL Is the Right Choice
- Your shipment is too small to justify a full container
- You’re shipping samples, trial orders, or seasonal inventory
- You’re testing a new trade lane or supplier relationship
- You ship frequently but in smaller volumes
- You need flexibility in shipment frequency without committing to full container costs
LCL Advantages
- Cost-Effective — pay only for the space your cargo uses (priced per CBM)
- No minimum volume requirement — we accommodate shipments of all sizes
- Regular consolidation departures — frequent sailing schedules from major U.S. ports
- Global reach — our consolidation network covers over 100 destination countries
- Ideal for e-commerce sellers, importers, exporters, and Amazon FBA shipments
How LCL Works
Your cargo is delivered to a Container Freight Station (CFS) — a consolidation warehouse at or near the departure port. There, it is weighed, measured, inspected, and loaded alongside other shippers’ cargo into a single container. At the destination, the container is deconsolidated at a CFS and your cargo is released for customs clearance and delivery.
LCL adds a day or two at each end for consolidation and deconsolidation, but for smaller shipments the cost savings compared to FCL are significant.
FCL vs. LCL — Quick Comparison
| FCL (Full Container) | LCL (Shared Container) | |
|---|---|---|
| Container use | Exclusive — your cargo only | Shared with other shippers |
| Pricing basis | Per container (flat rate) | Per CBM or per ton (weight/measure) |
| Best volume | 15+ CBM or near-full load | Under 15 CBM |
| Transit speed | Faster — no consolidation delays | Slightly longer due to CFS handling |
| Security | Highest — sealed, no co-loading | Good — professionally consolidated |
| Personal items allowed | Yes (destination regulations apply) | Generally no |
| Non-running vehicles | Yes (with proper lashing) | Not recommended |
| Hazardous goods | Yes (IMDG compliant) | Limited — contact us |
Not sure which is right for your shipment? Tell us your cargo type, volume, and destination and we’ll recommend the best option.
Step-by-Step: Container Shipping with Go Ocean
Step 1: Get Your Quote
Contact us with:
- Cargo description (commodity, number of pieces)
- Dimensions and weight of each piece (or total CBM if known)
- Origin city/state or zip code
- Destination country and city or port
- Preferred shipping method (FCL or LCL) — or ask us to recommend
- Desired cargo-ready date
We respond with a clear, itemized quote covering ocean freight, documentation, origin port charges, and destination handling. No hidden fees.
Step 2: Book & Prepare Documents
Standard documents for U.S. export:
- Commercial Invoice
- Packing List
- Bill of Lading (prepared by Go Ocean)
- U.S. Customs AES/EEI Export Filing (filed by Go Ocean)
- Certificate of Origin (if required by destination country)
- Additional documents for regulated goods (food, pharmaceuticals, chemicals, etc.)
We assign a licensed customs broker to your shipment and handle all export filing. For import, our destination agent network manages customs clearance and duty coordination.
Step 3: Cargo Pickup or Port Delivery
Option A — You deliver: Bring your cargo to the designated port terminal or Container Freight Station by the cargo cut-off date.
Option B — We arrange pickup: We coordinate inland trucking or drayage from your warehouse, factory, or supplier location to the departure port.
Step 4: Ocean Transit
| Destination Region | Estimated Transit Time |
|---|---|
| Caribbean & Central America | 8 – 18 days |
| South America | 15 – 30 days |
| Europe (Northern) | 14 – 21 days |
| Europe (Mediterranean) | 18 – 28 days |
| West Africa | 20 – 32 days |
| East Africa | 30 – 45 days |
| Middle East | 22 – 35 days |
| Asia (China, Japan, Korea) | 25 – 38 days |
| Southeast Asia | 18 – 30 days |
| Australia & New Zealand | 28 – 40 days |
LCL shipments add 2–5 days at each end for consolidation and deconsolidation at the Container Freight Station.
Step 5: Destination Clearance & Delivery
Our overseas agent network handles import customs clearance, duty payment coordination, port release, and final delivery. We keep you informed throughout — you’ll always know where your cargo is and what’s happening next.
Cargo We Handle via FCL & LCL
- General Merchandise — consumer goods, retail products, apparel, footwear
- Industrial Goods — machinery parts, tools, raw materials, components
- Electronics & Technology
- Food & Beverages — packaged, non-perishable (refrigerated containers for perishables)
- Furniture & Home Goods
- Automotive Parts & Accessories
- Construction Materials — tiles, fixtures, hardware
- Medical Supplies & Equipment
- Amazon FBA Cargo — pre-labelled, ready-to-fulfillment shipments
- E-Commerce Inventory
- Personal Effects & Household Goods (FCL only — destination regulations apply)
- Non-Running Vehicles & Machinery (FCL — proper securing required)
Hazardous cargo (IMDG classified) is handled on a case-by-case basis. Contact us with your MSDS and commodity details for feasibility and pricing.
Amazon FBA & Warehousing Coordination
Go Ocean Logistics is experienced in coordinating ocean freight for Amazon FBA sellers. We understand FBA shipment requirements — labelling, carton limits, delivery windows, and appointment scheduling — and can align your ocean freight timeline with Amazon’s receiving windows.
- LCL and FCL options for FBA inventory
- Coordination with prep and inspection centers
- Warehousing and storage at destination for flexible delivery scheduling
- Palletizing and labelling coordination available
Contact us to discuss your FBA supply chain requirements.
U.S. Ports We Ship From
Los Angeles International
We can arrange cargo from virtually any U.S. city through inland trucking to the nearest international cargo airport.
LA
Los Angeles / Long Beach, CA — largest U.S. container port complex
NY, NJ
New York / New Jersey — Port Newark, major East Coast hub
GA
Savannah, GA — fastest-growing U.S. container port
TX
Miami International
Houston, TX — primary port for Latin America & Middle East trade
MD
Baltimore, MD
SC
Charleston, SC
FL
Miami, FL — strong Caribbean & Latin America connections
WA
Seattle / Tacoma, WA — Pacific Northwest gateway to Asia
LA
Louisville International
New Orleans, LA
Why Choose Go Ocean for Container Shipping
Transparent, All-Inclusive Pricing
We quote ocean freight, documentation, port charges, and applicable surcharges upfront. No surprise invoices at the end. You know exactly what you’ll pay before we book.
Customs Handled End-to-End
Export filing, destination import clearance, duty coordination — managed through our licensed broker network. You won’t be navigating foreign customs paperwork alone.
Real-Time Tracking
We provide vessel and voyage details at time of departure. You can follow your shipment’s progress and we’ll notify you at key milestones — loaded, departed, arrived, released.
FCL & LCL Under One Roof
Whether your shipment is two pallets or a full 40-foot container, we have the right solution. No need to manage multiple freight providers for different shipment sizes.
Amazon FBA Experience
We understand FBA requirements and coordinate ocean freight timelines with Amazon’s delivery windows.
Personal, Direct Communication
You speak with a real Go Ocean logistics professional who knows your shipment — not a ticket queue or automated system.
Global Network
100+ destination countries, established agent relationships at major ports worldwide, and direct contracts with leading ocean carriers.
Fully Licensed & Bonded
U.S. DOT NO. 3124544 | MC #89820
Frequently Asked Questions
Please reach us at sales@gooceanlogistics.com if you cannot find an answer to your question.
FCL (Full Container Load) means your cargo has the entire container to itself — you pay a flat rate per container regardless of how full it is. LCL (Less-than-Container Load) means your cargo shares a container with other shippers’ goods — you pay only for the space your cargo occupies, measured in cubic metres (CBM).
Generally, once your shipment exceeds 12–15 CBM, FCL pricing becomes competitive with or cheaper than LCL. Below that volume, LCL is almost always more cost-effective. We’ll run the numbers for your specific shipment and recommend accordingly.
For many destinations, yes — household goods and personal effects can be shipped in an FCL alongside or instead of commercial cargo. Import regulations vary by country. Contact us with your destination and we’ll advise on what’s permitted.
CBM (cubic metres) = length × width × height in metres. If you have multiple pieces, add them together. If you provide us with your cargo dimensions, we’ll calculate CBM for you and tell you whether LCL or FCL is more cost-effective.
Yes. We provide vessel name, voyage number, and container number at time of departure. Most major shipping lines have online tracking portals, and we monitor your shipment and send you updates at key milestones.
Certain IMDG-classified hazardous materials can be shipped by container. Contact us with your MSDS (Safety Data Sheet) and commodity details — we’ll assess feasibility, packaging requirements, and any applicable surcharges.
Yes. Our overseas agent network manages destination import customs clearance, duty payment coordination, and port release. We handle the process so you’re not dealing with foreign port bureaucracy on your own.
Yes. We coordinate LCL and FCL shipments for Amazon FBA sellers, including alignment with FBA delivery windows and coordination with prep centers for labelling and palletizing.
Ready to Ship? Let's Find the Right Solution.
Tell us your cargo, volume, and destination — we’ll recommend FCL or LCL and give you a clear, all-inclusive quote.
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