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Sea Freight — VELO Logistics
VELO Logistics offers comprehensive sea freight services for businesses moving goods internationally by ocean. We manage full container loads (FCL), less than container loads (LCL), and bulk shipments through a trusted network of shipping line partners.
What Is Sea Freight?
Sea freight is the transport of goods via cargo ships across international oceans and waterways. It is the most cost-effective method for large, heavy, or bulky shipments where transit time is flexible. Sea freight accounts for over 90% of global trade by volume.
What We Offer
- Full Container Load (FCL) — dedicated container for a single shipper
- Less than Container Load (LCL) — consolidated cargo sharing container space
- Bulk cargo and break-bulk shipments
- Reefer (refrigerated) container services for temperature-sensitive goods
- Out-of-gauge (OOG) cargo for oversized shipments
- Port-to-port and door-to-door delivery options
- Bill of lading, packing list, and full documentation management
- Coordination with shipping lines, ports, and freight agents worldwide
- Customs clearance support for imports and exports
Best For
- Large volume or heavy cargo where air freight is cost-prohibitive
- Non-urgent international shipments with flexible timelines
- Raw materials, machinery, furniture, consumer goods, and industrial equipment
- Importers and exporters based in or trading through Dubai and the UAE
Key Trade Lanes
VELO handles sea freight on major global trade routes including UAE to/from Europe, Asia (India, China, Southeast Asia), Africa, the Americas, and the wider Gulf region.
Why VELO for Sea Freight
- Strong relationships with major shipping lines operating out of Jebel Ali (JAFZA)
- Deep knowledge of UAE port operations and customs procedures
- Competitive rates through established volume agreements
- 24/7 shipment support and documentation assistance
- 7+ years of sea freight experience from Dubai
Contact
- Email: info@vlo.ae
- Phone: +971 50 987 5580
- Free Quote: https://vlo.ae/get-a-free-quote
- All Services: https://vlo.ae/services
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Service FAQ
Common questions regarding our Sea Freight solutions.