The Importance of Sea Freight in Large-Scale Commodity Exports

In the world of exports, sea freight remains the preferred choice for shipping large quantities of commodities such as charcoal briquettes, coffee, spices, and handicraft products. While it takes longer than air freight, sea shipping is far more cost-effective.

Key advantages of sea freight include:

• Lower logistics costs, ideal for large-scale exports
• High capacity, utilizing 20- or 40-foot containers
• Various Incoterm options available, such as FOB, CIF, and DDP

However, exporters must understand the full process—from container booking, documentation (PEB, packing list, invoice, COO, etc.), to customs clearance procedures at the port. Choosing a reliable freight forwarder is also critical for smooth and efficient shipping.