Sea Freight Forwarding
When talking sea freight, our favourite word is flexibility. With the support of our worldwide agency network, Jacanna provides a sea freight service that is adaptable, cost-efficient, and built for you.
Our goal is to help Aussie’s cargo reach the right places at the right time in the most seamless way possible. With a diverse range of shipping container options at our disposal, if it can fit in a container (and sometimes even if it can’t!), we can ship it.
End-to-End Sea Freight Services
If you can work with longer lead times and cost-effectiveness is a top priority, teaming up with a sea freight forwarder like Jacanna is your ideal solution. Through our experienced team working out of Brisbane and our worldwide network of agents, we provide a wide range of end-to-end sea freight services.
When moving sea freight with us, you have plenty of options, from standard 20’ or 40’ containers to open tops, flat racks, out-of-gauge, breakbulk, and roll-on / roll-off services. We’ll work closely with you to find a sea freight forwarding solution tailored to your specific needs.
We take a hands-on approach, monitoring every consignment from start to finish. With us, you’re always in the know with real-time updates on the progress of your shipment.
Standard Container Shipping
Standard 20-foot shipping containers are the backbone of sea freight forwarding. While you can opt for larger 40-foot containers with Jacanna, the 20-foot containers remain the gold standard.
Standard shipping containers are built tough, carrying up to 30,000 kgs, giving you plenty of space for a wide range of goods. Yet their standardised dimensions streamline logistical operations, simplifying handling processes and reducing operational costs. This will be the best option for most of your sea freight needs.
Open-Top Shipping Containers
An open-top container is a specialised shipping container as it doesn’t have a solid roof. It comes with removable roof bows and a tarpaulin cover. This makes it perfect for loading and unloading cargo from above, especially if you need to move oversized or heavy items.
If you need to transport heavy machinery, construction materials, or large vehicles, use these sturdy containers. They are particularly useful for businesses in construction, mining, and the auto industry. Thanks to their height, they can easily fit tall items like logs.
Flat-Rack Containers
Flat-rack shipping containers, designed to carry heavy-duty freight, are the strongest on the market. They have no roof or sidewalls and come with two end walls that can either be collapsible or rigid. This unique design allows for frequent and easy access to the cargo.
These containers are made with steel frames and wooden floorboards to support massive loads. They are the perfect solution for loading over-width and heavy items that cannot fit into a standard shipping container, such as vehicles and machinery.
Out-of-gauge Cargo
Out-of-gauge cargo refers to any cargo that exceeds the dimensions of standard shipping containers, such as construction materials, oversized vehicles, or bulk commodities. This type of sea freight can be challenging to transport safely, but Jacanna is up to the task.
Our team of experts has the experience and knowledge to handle any OOG shipment, no matter how complex. We create customised shipping solutions that ensure your freight’s safe and efficient transportation. Contact us for more information.
Breakbulk Cargo
Breakbulk cargo is an excellent option for sea freight forwarding, especially for tricky items that cannot be containerised. This type of cargo is often too large or oddly shaped to fit into a standard shipping container, so it needs to be shipped in pieces instead.
Breakbulk cargo shipping also offers many advantages; it can carry a wide variety of cargo, has shorter transit times, and offers greater flexibility than container shipping. When you think the job might be too big, drop Jacanna a line to discuss our breakbulk cargo service.
Roll On, Roll Off Shipping
Roll-on roll-off (RoRo) shipping has revolutionised sea freight forwarding by enabling seamless transportation of wheeled cargo, from cars and trucks to heavy machinery, aboard specialised vessels. Unlike traditional car ferries limited to short distances, RoRo carriers travel the globe, navigating rough seas with remarkable safety and efficiency.
Vehicles and equipment simply drive on and off the ship via ramps, streamlining the loading and unloading processes. As a general rule, if it has wheels, RoRo is the way to go.
Our Global Network Keeping Us Connected
Working with shipping agents all across the world, our global network keeps us connected to seaports and airports everywhere, ensuring a truly international freight forwarding service.
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Frequently asked questions
The time it takes for your shipment to arrive can vary depending on various factors. These can include where your cargo originates, where it’s shipping to, whether it’s peak shipping season or not, and external influences like port congestion. To get the most accurate estimate for transit times, request a quote. However, generally speaking, sea freight will take longer than air freight.
When it comes to international freight forwarding, sea freight is more cost-effective than air freight. However, sea freight takes a longer time to deliver goods. What can be delivered within a couple of days by air can take several weeks via ocean.
One of the advantages of sea freight is its flexibility in terms of available routes and service options. It is also ideal for transporting heavier, bulkier, and hazardous cargo.
If you do not need to transport your goods urgently and want to save costs, we recommend using sea freight.
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There are plenty of benefits to using sea freight services, such as:
- Cost-effective: Compared to air freight, sea freight is cheaper when your cargo is heavier or consists of multiple cartons.
- Carbon efficiency: Compared to other modes of transportation, shipping by sea is an eco-friendly option due to its significantly lower carbon footprint.
- Bulk Goods: Sea freight shipping is an ideal mode of transportation for heavy and oversized goods due to the large capacity of cargo ships, allowing for easy manoeuvring and transport.
- Fewer Restrictions: Sea freight offers more flexibility than air freight. Unlike air freight, which restricts the type of goods that can be transported, sea freight allows for transporting items like perfume and medicines, which are considered flammable or biochemical.