Experienced Sea Freight Brisbane

Proudly being Brisbane’s sea freight expert, Powerhouse International offers a comprehensive range of import & export sea freight services including LCL, FCL (FCX) and project cargo. Our LCL consolidation services provide flexibility with costs and transit times, whilst our FCL carrier contracts give our customers access to competitive rates via a multitude of shipping lines. We have the experience and global networks to move your goods to expected destinations. Furthermore, we offer project solutions for oversized cargo, including part & full charters, supporting you to move your goods to all major world wide hubs.

Whether transporting smaller consignments or larger shipments across the ocean, our priority is to deliver your sea freight safely, on time and within budget. Your freight will be allocated with a unique tracking number that connects to our electronic tracking system, allowing you to monitor all stages of your shipment progress via our website at your convenience.

Our team of highly trained sea freight professionals work hard to deliver optimal solutions to you. Please contact us for advice on all service matters relating to outbound movements of your sea freight consignments.

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Our Sea Freight Capabilities

Sea Freight - Less Than Container Load (LCL)

Need to ship small shipments that cannot fill a full container? LCL is the most sensible option in terms of costs and convenience. We will consolidate your goods in our container quickly and efficiently, so you can benefit from an economical sea freight service even with minimal volumes. Powerhouse’s LCL sea freight service benefits include:

– Import and Export Consolidations to and from hubs worldwide
– Cargo collection and delivery
– Crating, Palletising & Packing
– Delivered At Place (DAP) & Delivered Duty Paid (DDP)

Sea Freight - Full Container Load (FCL)

Have enough goods to fill a sea freight container yourself? We offer FCL options which move your full containers to world wide hubs, while you have full control over the entire container regarding volumes, timing and prices. Our connected network ensures smooth transportation of your cargo in less time. Our FCL service benefits include:

– Movement of containers to and from worldwide hubs
– Container packing/Unpacking facilities
– Container Transport
– VGM (Verified Gross Mass) weighing

Buyers Consolidation (FCX)

– Receive goods from multiple suppliers at one location.
– Cargo collection
– Container packing
– Container transport

Project Cargo

– OOG Flat Racks and Open top Units
– Breakbulk, RORO, Full and Part charters

Learn more about our project cargo service.

In addition to the above, Powerhouse International can also provide export clearance numbers (EDN) for valuable items & carry on items.

Our professional warehouse team provides a professional packing service and can arrange where required, ISPM15 pallets/crating, binding, wrapping, labelling and container stuffing. Whatever the nature of your import and export requirements, we have the expertise and resources to bring your movement to fruition.

Why Choose Us For Sea Freight Brisbane

Years of experience in sea freight help us devise the best cost effective ocean logistics strategy for you, while ensuring time requirements and competitive prices. By choosing us, you will benefit from an economical sea freight service, including but not limited to:

– A global shipping networking to and from world wide hubs and nation wide hubs
– Professional and experienced packing specialists for all kinds of goods
– Transparent pricing without hidden costs
– Innovative tracking technologies that keep you in the loop all the time

We also offer a range of value added services such as customs clearance & brokerage, and project cargo. Additionally, Powerhouse also has the ability to arrange third party (3PL/Triangle) movements on your behalf at the most competitive prices. Please feel free to contact our office, to see how we can save your company time and money, by arranging the movement of your orders directly to the closest port to your end customer.

Sea Freight Container Dimensions, Types and Weights

Sea freight containers come in various types, dimensions and maximum weights to best suit your shipping needs. The below table outlines the most common types, dimensions and weights of sea freight containers, and can be used as a general guide when assessing your shipping requirements.

Please note that exact container dimensions can vary per manufacturer and potential load regulations may restrict the maximum weight available.

Sea Freight Container Type	Internal Dimensions (L x W x H)	Door Opening (W x H)	Cubic Capacity	Weight (Payload)
20FT General	5.89 x 2.35 x 2.36m	2.33 x 2.26m	33m³	21,700kgs
20FT Dry	5.86 x 2.35 x 2.21m	2.35 x 2.21m	33m³	21,727kgs
20FT Flat Rack	5.63 x 2.43 x 2.33m	NA	33m³	42,100kgs
20FT Open-Top	5.9 x 2.35 x 2.39m	2.34 x 2.29m	33m³	21,600kgs
20FT Ventilated	5.9 x 2.35 x 2.39m	2.34 x 2.29m	33m³	21,727kgs
20FT Refrigerated	5.45 X 2.28 X 2.33m	2.34 x 2.29m	27m³	21,700kgs
20FT High Cube	5.89 x 2.35 x 2.69m	2.33 x 2.59m	37m³	21,700kgs
20FT ISO Tank	6.09 x 2.43 x 2.59m	NA	26,000L	26,000L
40FT General	12.05 x 2.35 x 2.36m	2.33 x 2.26m	66m³	26500kgs
40FT Dry	12.01 x 2.35 x 2.39m	2.34 x 2.29m	67m³	26,780kgs
40FT Flat Rack	11.98 x 2.23 x 2.27m	NA	52m³	38,750kgs
40FT Open Top	12.01 x 2.35 x 2.39m	2.34 x 2.29m	66m³	26,630kgs
40FT Refrigerated	11.48 x 2.26 x 2.18m	2.26 x 2.13m	57m³	25,526kgs
40FT High Cube	12.01 x 2.35 x 2.69m	2.34 x 2.56m	76m³	26,512kgs

Our Sea Freight Affiliates

Powerhouse International has developed strong affiliations with world-recognised organisations such as Customs Brokers and Forwarders Council of Australia (CBFCA Australia), HTFN Global Logistics, and International Air Transport Association (IATA).

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