FCL Ocean Freight from shekou to halifax

POL
Shekou
POD
Halifax
Filter 15
ZIM
ZIM
aCTMPLV
Direct CarrierTransship
46d
yantian
2026-09-18 Fri
via Pusan
halifax
2026-11-03 Tue
Cut-off 2026-09-16|Henrika Schulte / 11
20GP
$3,635
40GP
$6,545
40HQ
$6,545
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ZIM
ZIM
a7KJ6E9
Direct CarrierTransship
46d
shekou
2026-09-18 Fri
via Pusan
halifax
2026-11-03 Tue
Cut-off 2026-09-16|Henrika Schulte / 11
20GP
$3,635
40GP
$6,545
40HQ
$6,545
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ZIM
ZIM
a3YPT7T
Direct CarrierTransship
46d
chiwan
2026-09-18 Fri
via Pusan
halifax
2026-11-03 Tue
Cut-off 2026-09-16|Henrika Schulte / 11
20GP
$3,635
40GP
$6,550
40HQ
$6,550
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EMC
EMC
a0IO160
Direct CarrierDirect
31d
shekou
2026-08-27 Thu
halifax
2026-09-27 Sun
Cut-off 2026-08-25(3d left)
20GP
$7,925
40GP
$8,825
40HQ
$8,825
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MSC
MSC
aeZ4NNUR
Direct CarrierDirect
30d
chiwan
2026-08-27 Thu
halifax
2026-09-26 Sat
Cut-off 2026-08-24(2d left)
20GP
$7,290
40GP
$8,825
40HQ
$8,825
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COSCO
COSCO
aJJOQJA
Direct CarrierDirect
30d
chiwan
2026-08-26 Wed
halifax
2026-09-25 Fri
Cut-off 2026-08-24(2d left)
20GP
$7,860
40GP
$8,825
40HQ
$8,825
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EMC
EMC
aODQVWC
Direct CarrierDirect
31d
chiwan
2026-08-27 Thu
halifax
2026-09-27 Sun
Cut-off 2026-08-25(3d left)
20GP
$7,920
40GP
$8,825
40HQ
$8,825
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COSCO
COSCO
aDVE9XR
Direct CarrierDirect
30d
yantian
2026-08-26 Wed
halifax
2026-09-25 Fri
Cut-off 2026-08-24(2d left)
20GP
$7,850
40GP
$8,825
40HQ
$8,825
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YML
YML
a8SRYKV
Direct CarrierDirect
31d
chiwan
2026-08-28 Fri
halifax
2026-09-28 Mon
Cut-off 2026-08-26
20GP
$7,930
40GP
$8,825
40HQ
$8,825
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EMC
EMC
aYAFCMA
Direct CarrierDirect
31d
yantian
2026-08-27 Thu
halifax
2026-09-27 Sun
Cut-off 2026-08-25(3d left)
20GP
$7,925
40GP
$8,825
40HQ
$8,825
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MSC
MSC
ae8E2B6J
Direct CarrierDirect
30d
yantian
2026-08-27 Thu
halifax
2026-09-26 Sat
Cut-off 2026-08-24(2d left)
20GP
$7,290
40GP
$8,825
40HQ
$8,825
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MSC
MSC
a2QH117
Direct CarrierDirect
30d
shekou
2026-08-27 Thu
halifax
2026-09-26 Sat
Cut-off 2026-08-24(2d left)
20GP
$7,280
40GP
$8,825
40HQ
$8,825
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COSCO
COSCO
aN5I3PQ
Direct CarrierDirect
30d
shekou
2026-08-26 Wed
halifax
2026-09-25 Fri
Cut-off 2026-08-24(2d left)
20GP
$7,850
40GP
$8,825
40HQ
$8,825
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YML
YML
aRZK92S
Direct CarrierDirect
31d
shekou
2026-08-28 Fri
halifax
2026-09-28 Mon
Cut-off 2026-08-26
20GP
$7,925
40GP
$8,825
40HQ
$8,825
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YML
YML
a5P29OC
Direct CarrierDirect
31d
yantian
2026-08-28 Fri
halifax
2026-09-28 Mon
Cut-off 2026-08-26
20GP
$7,925
40GP
$8,825
40HQ
$8,825
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between FCL and LCL?

FCL means you have the entire container exclusively — loaded and sealed at the origin port, shipped intact to the destination without mixing, lowering damage and loss risk. LCL means multiple shippers share a container, billed by CBM, suited to small shipments under 15 CBM. FCL has a lower unit cost but requires sufficient cargo volume.

How to choose between 20GP / 40GP / 40HQ container types?

20GP (20-ft standard): ~28 CBM capacity, 22-24 t payload — ideal for dense cargo like machinery parts and metal materials. 40GP: ~58 CBM, 26 t payload. 40HQ (40-ft high cube): ~12% more capacity than 40GP (~68 CBM) — ideal for bulky but light cargo like furniture, apparel, and consumer electronics. For short-haul Southeast Asia / Middle East routes 20GP is common; for long-haul Europe / North America 40HQ delivers the best value.

What is included in an FCL quote, and what is charged separately?

Standard inclusions: Ocean Freight (O/F), BAF (bunker adjustment), CAF (currency adjustment), THC (terminal handling), and DOC (documentation). Typically excluded: ORC (origin receiving charge), ISPS (security), VGM, inland trucking, and destination THC / DDC / delivery (unless DDU door-to-door). Always confirm the full breakdown with your forwarder upfront to avoid surprise charges on arrival.

What is the FCL booking process?

Shipper provides POL, POD, cargo description, weight/volume, and container type → forwarder/carrier quotes → sign Booking Confirmation → complete loading, customs declaration, and VGM submission 48-72 hours before cut-off at origin port → carrier issues MBL/HBL → consignee exchanges B/L for D/O at destination and clears customs. Typical end-to-end timeline: 7-10 business days.

How can I check real-time sailing schedules and cut-off times?

Use the "Cargo Tracking / Sailing Schedules" tab — enter vessel/voyage or POL-POD to see 2-3 weeks of schedules ahead, with cut-off time, VGM cut-off, ETD, and ETA per sailing. Before booking, compare departure frequency from different carriers on the same route; in peak season, reserve a backup sailing as space tightens.

Can FCL be delivered DDU / DDP door-to-door?

Yes. DDU (Delivered Duty Unpaid) delivers to the consignee's address but excludes import duties — the consignee handles clearance. DDP (Delivered Duty Paid) bundles customs clearance and duty prepayment via the forwarder, so the consignee just receives the goods. DDP suits importers with limited customs experience or those wanting to lock in total door-to-door cost; pricing typically runs 10-30% above DDU.

FCL Ocean Freight Rates · Real-Time Sailing Schedules from Global Ports

Awice Logistics delivers real-time FCL ocean freight rate quotes for exporters worldwide. Compare 20GP / 40GP / 40HQ rates from 100+ carriers across 4,200+ ports, updated daily. Filter by Port of Loading, Port of Discharge, and carrier; review base ocean freight against surcharges like THC and ORC; combine with sailing schedules and transit times to pick the optimal option. Register and sign in to request quotes, place bookings, view full bills of lading, and track containers.