International Ocean Freight Services: Global Port Logistics Solutions
Bofeng Logistics delivers reliable and efficient Full Container Load (FCL) and Less than Container Load (LCL) ocean freight services covering major ports worldwide, with transparent pricing and worry-free end-to-end solutions.
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Our Services
In international container shipping, international ocean freight typically refers to the transportation of containerized cargo via container ships along maritime routes between ports in different countries and regions.
Our Core Services as below:
- Full Container Load (FCL): For shippers with sufficient cargo volume, we provide dedicated container services.
- Less-than-Container Load (LCL) Shipping: For customers with less than a full container load, we provide efficient consolidated shipping services.
- Specialized Container & Project Logistics Services: We provide diverse solutions including open-top containers, flat rack containers, flatbed containers, and refrigerated containers to meet complex requirements for engineering projects, large equipment, and cold chain transportation.
- Door-to-Door One-Stop Service We integrate all logistics stages—inland transportation, import/export customs clearance, ocean freight, destination port clearance, and last-mile delivery.
Service Advantages
We are not just a transportation provider—we are your trusted global logistics partner.
20GP / 40GP / 40HQ Standard Container Dimensions
Common Container Type Parameter Comparison Table
| Parameter | 20GP (20ft General Purpose) | 40GP (40ft General Purpose) | 40HQ (40ft High Cube) |
|---|---|---|---|
| External Dimensions (L×W×H) | 6.058m × 2.438m × 2.591m | 12.192m × 2.438m × 2.591m | 12.192m × 2.438m × 2.896m |
| Internal Dimensions (L×W×H) | 5.898m × 2.352m × 2.385m | 12.032m × 2.352m × 2.385m | 12.032m × 2.352m × 2.698m |
| Door Width | 2.343m | 2.343m | 2.343m |
| Door Height | 2.280m | 2.280m | 2.585m |
| Maximum Payload | Approx. 28,000 kg | Approx. 26,500 kg | Approx. 26,500 kg |
| Tare Weight | Approx. 2,300 kg | Approx. 3,800 kg | Approx. 4,020 kg |
| Internal Volume | Approx. 33.2 m³ | Approx. 67.7 m³ | Approx. 76.4 m³ |
| Suitable Cargo | Heavy cargo, hardware, stone, tiles | Light bulky cargo, furniture, appliances, daily necessities | Oversized cargo, machinery, large parts |
How to Choose the Right Container Type?
20GP: Suitable for heavy cargo (cargo weighing >250kg per m³), such as stone, steel, tiles, and hardware. The 20GP has a weight limit of 28 tons but a volume of only 33.2m³, meaning heavy cargo often hits the weight limit before filling the volume.
40GP: Suitable for cargo with large volume but moderate weight, such as furniture, appliances, daily necessities, and textiles. With a volume of 67.7m³, double that of the 20GP, the 40GP is the most economical single-container option for cargo with medium density. Note that the 40GP has a higher tare weight and a maximum payload of about 26.5 tons, roughly 1.5 tons less than the 20GP.
40HQ: 30cm taller than the 40GP (2.896m vs 2.591m), making it ideal for most boxed cargo and standard machinery. With a volume of 76.4m³, it offers nearly 9m³ more space than the 40GP. Suitable for shelves, large equipment, or cargo requiring two or more layers of pallet stacking.
Container Selection Tip: Unsure which container type to use? A simple rule — if total cargo weight is <20 tons and total volume is >40m³, choose 40GP; if total weight is >20 tons and volume is <25m³, choose 20GP; for cargo height exceeding 2.3m, choose 40HQ. For a more precise solution, contact Bofeng Logistics. We offer free load calculation services.
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