Ocean Freight
200+
Ports Served
6
Continents
40%
Cost Savings vs Air
FCL+LCL
Both Options
Our ocean freight division offers Full Container Load (FCL) and Less-than-Container Load (LCL) services connecting every major seaport worldwide. With established partnerships at 200+ ports across six continents, Midwest Logistics provides the most cost-effective solution for high-volume cargo, oversized project freight, and regular import/export lanes for global trade.
Key Benefits
Cost Efficiency
Ocean freight delivers significant cost savings versus air freight — ideal for large volumes, regular lanes, and non-time-critical cargo.
High Volume Capacity
Move entire container loads (20ft, 40ft, 40ft HC) or consolidate with our LCL service for smaller shipments.
Global Port Network
Direct services and transshipment connections to 200+ ports including all major trade routes across Asia, Europe, Americas, and Africa.
Project Cargo
Specialized handling for oversize, heavy-lift, and break-bulk cargo requiring custom stowage and engineering solutions.
Cargo Insurance
Comprehensive marine cargo insurance covering your goods from port of origin to final destination against all risks.
Full Documentation
Bill of lading, certificate of origin, packing lists, and all customs documentation handled by our expert team.
Our Process
Cargo Assessment
We assess your cargo dimensions, weight, commodity type, and timeline to determine the optimal ocean freight solution — FCL or LCL.
Carrier Selection
Our ocean freight team selects the best carrier and vessel based on schedule, transit time, reliability rating, and competitive rates.
Container Stuffing
Cargo is professionally loaded and secured in the container at origin, with cargo photos and weight certificates provided.
Port Departure
Container is delivered to the port of loading, customs export clearance is completed, and the Bill of Lading is issued.
Ocean Transit
Real-time vessel tracking throughout the voyage with ETA updates. We proactively manage any schedule deviations or port congestion.
Delivery & Customs
Container arrives at destination port, import customs is cleared, and cargo is delivered to your warehouse or facility.
Common Questions
What is the difference between FCL and LCL?
FCL (Full Container Load) means you rent an entire container exclusively for your cargo. LCL (Less-than-Container Load) consolidates your shipment with other cargo, ideal for smaller volumes.
What are typical ocean freight transit times?
Asia to US West Coast: 14–18 days. Asia to US East Coast: 25–32 days. Europe to US: 10–14 days. Transit times vary by route, vessel, and carrier selection.
Can you handle refrigerated ocean freight?
Yes — we offer reefer (refrigerated) container services for perishables, frozen goods, and temperature-sensitive cargo with continuous temperature monitoring.
Do you manage the entire import/export process?
Yes — we are a full NVOCC (Non-Vessel Operating Common Carrier) and manage the entire process including booking, documentation, customs, and last-mile delivery.
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