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Comprehensive Sea Freight Solutions
For Import-Export Businesses
In today's global supply chain, sea freight remains the most important logistics solution for import-export businesses thanks to its ability to move large cargo volumes, optimize logistics costs, and cover extensive international shipping routes.
Providing comprehensive international sea freight solutions for
Manufacturers
Companies
Freight Agents
Businesses
Key Shipping Routes
VICO focuses its strong network capacity on strategic routes:
Comprehensive Extended Support Services
VICO handles not only sea freight bookings but also provides end-to-end support including:
Benefits of Using VICO's Sea Freight Services
Optimized international logistics costs
Stable sailing schedules
Large cargo capacity
Global shipping routes
Flexible FCL & LCL solutions
Customs & cross-border support
Optimized consolidation services
Multi-country logistics coordination
What Is Sea Freight?
Sea freight is a method of international cargo transportation by sea, using containers or specialized vessels. It is the most widely used logistics method in global supply chains thanks to 4 outstanding advantages:
Role in the Supply Chain
Especially Suited for Industries
When Should You Choose Sea Freight?
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Ocean Freight Overview
Master core document systems and proactive risk management to ensure a smooth and cost-optimized ocean supply chain.
Key Document Systems
Bill of Lading (B/L)
Ocean Bill of Lading
Commercial Invoice
Commercial Invoice
Packing List
Detailed Packing List
Certificate of Origin (COO)
Proof of Origin
MSDS
Material Safety Data Sheet
SI / VGM
Shipping Instruction & Verified Gross Mass
AMS Filing
U.S. Customs Filing
ENS Filing
European Customs Filing
Common Customer Errors
Incorrect product identification/classification declaration.
Providing erroneous information for Bill of Lading issuance.
Declaring container weight (VGM) after the cut-off time.
Inconsistent data transmission to U.S. Customs.
Consignee details do not match original documents.
Common Issues in Transit
During ocean freight operations, logistics and import-export enterprises frequently face the following operational risks:
Consequences & Actual Impacts
If the above issues are not handled professionally, they will trigger a series of chain reactions:
LCL / FCL Quotation Request
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Comprehensive Ocean Freight & Cross-Border Logistics Solutions
Optimize your international supply chain with multimodal transport infrastructure, integrated customs procedures, and a professional logistics team.
China → Vietnam Route
- Optimal combination: Ocean Freight + Land Trucking.
- Full coordination of the export process in China.
- Customs clearance and handling procedures in Vietnam.
- Door-to-door delivery using specialized trucking fleets.
- Support for LCL Consolidation to optimize costs.
Cambodia Integrated Logistics
- Multimodal integration: Ocean Freight + Overland Trucking.
- Dedicated handling and coordination of Cambodian customs procedures.
- Fast and secure cross-border trucking operations.
- Expertise in factory cargo handling and complex shipping workflows.
Container Types in Ocean Freight
A diverse container fleet meeting exact specifications and requirements for every cargo type.
- Heavy cargo
- Plastic resins
- Machinery & Equipment
- Metal products
- Furniture & Home Goods
- Textiles & Apparel
- FMCG products
- Frozen goods
- Fresh produce & food
- Pharmaceuticals & Medical supplies
- Heavy machinery & equipment
- Oversized / Over-height cargo
- Super heavy equipment
- Industrial project cargo
- Liquid cargo
- Industrial chemicals
Practical Container Information You Need to Know
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Request a Quote NowKey Ocean Freight Routes
A strategic ocean freight network connecting Vietnam with major global trade hubs, ensuring optimized transit times, cost efficiency, and operational stability.
Vietnam → USA Ocean Freight
The trade lane with the highest volume and scale in Vietnam today
Port congestion typically reaches its peak during:
- Container Rollover / Delay
- Chassis Shortage
- Destination Port Congestion
- Rail Freight Delays
Vietnam → Europe Ocean Freight
Trade route connecting major gateway ports in Europe
China → Vietnam Ocean Freight
Import lane with the highest operational stability
Vietnam → ASEAN Ocean Freight
Flexible network connecting the Southeast Asian region
Optimizing time and costs for businesses expanding intra-ASEAN trade.
- Ideal for SME shipments
- Optimized for intra-regional cargo transfer
- Well-suited for multinational ASEAN distribution networks
Vietnam ↔ Cambodia Logistics
Cross-border multimodal transport solutions
• Border clearance capacity | • Flexible trucking schedule management | • End-to-end synchronized customs
Estimated Transit Times
Reference transit times for major international ocean freight routes
| International Ocean Routes | Transit Time |
|---|---|
| Vietnam → USA (West Coast / USWC) | 14 – 22 Days |
| Vietnam → USA (East Coast / USEC) | 28 – 40 Days |
| Vietnam → Europe | 25 – 40 Days |
| China → Vietnam | 3 – 10 Days |
| Vietnam → ASEAN Region | 3 – 12 Days |
Operations & Document Support
Questions & Answers
🚢 How long does ocean freight take to arrive?
- China to Vietnam: Approx. 3–10 days
- To US West Coast: Approx. 14–22 days
- To Europe: Approx. 25–40 days
📦 What is the difference between FCL and LCL shipping?
- FCL (Full Container Load): Businesses exclusively use the entire container for their goods, suitable for large volumes of cargo.
- LCL (Less than Container Load): Different goods from multiple customers are consolidated into one container, helping to optimize freight costs for smaller volumes.
🚚 Does Vico Logistics provide door-to-door delivery services?
- Pick up at the requested address.
- Assistance with customs clearance procedures.
- Transportation and delivery of goods to the designated receiving location.
📄 Does Vico Logistics assist with customs clearance?
⚠️ Does Vico Logistics transport dangerous goods?
📍 How can I track my shipment's status?
- The transportation status of the cargo.
- Key transportation milestones.
- Cargo handling and loading/unloading progress.
- Estimated time of arrival at the port or delivery point.
🗓️ How far in advance should I book space during peak season?
- Off-peak season: Book approximately 7–10 days in advance.
- Peak season: Book 2–4 weeks in advance.
🔍 What categories of goods are more prone to physical customs inspection?
- Electronic products.
- Cargo containing a wide variety of items.
- Goods containing batteries or battery-powered devices.
- Goods with incomplete declarations or mismatched declared values.
💰 How to minimize demurrage and detention charges?
- Prepare a complete and accurate set of documents.
- Pay close attention to the container's free time and free storage periods.
- Arrange vehicles for pickup or delivery according to the established plan.
- Proactively cooperate with carriers and customs to complete relevant procedures within the specified timeframe.
Contact VICO International Logistics Company
VICO International Logistics Company — A trusted logistics partner in Indochina
We specialize in cross-border logistics, international freight,
customs declaration services, and supply chain optimization,
delivering efficient, safe, and reliable logistics solutions
for businesses across the ASEAN region.
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