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FCL Container Transportation, LCL Container Transportation, Ro-Ro Transportation, Project Transportation, Multimodal Transportation

What Is Sea Freight Transportation and How Does Tetalog Simplify This Process?

Sea freight transportation is an economical and environmentally friendly logistics method where large volumes of cargo are transported between ports by ships. It is one of the most widely used methods in international trade and forms the backbone of intercontinental commerce. One of the biggest challenges of this transportation method is the complex booking processes and extensive paperwork. This is where Tetalog steps in, offering innovative solutions to the industry.

Tetalog simplifies the sea freight transportation process by digitizing complex booking and documentation procedures. Enter your cargo details, select your transportation option, and our system will instantly provide the most suitable solutions for you.

Which Sea Freight Model Do We Recommend Based on Your Cargo Volume?

If your cargo volume is large, Full Container Load (FCL) shipping is preferred. For smaller loads, Less than Container Load (LCL) or partial sea freight is recommended. In the LCL model, you share space within a container with other companies, gaining cost advantages. Tetalog automatically analyzes the most suitable container shipping option for your cargo, offering the most cost-effective and time-efficient solution. By choosing the appropriate sea freight model based on your cargo size, you can optimize your logistics processes.

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How Does the Shipping Process Work? All Steps from Reservation to Port Delivery

The sea freight process proceeds smoothly with proper planning and timely procedures. The first step involves entering your cargo information into the system and making an appropriate container reservation. Then, customs procedures are completed, and the cargo is placed into the container and loaded onto the ship. The process concludes with delivery and unloading operations at the destination port. From reservation to port delivery, the shipping process offers transparency and efficiency at every stage, ensuring that shipments reach their destinations safely.

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What Documents Are Required for Sea Transportation?

Sea transportation documents are very important for ensuring a smooth process. Many official documents are required in sea freight, and having them complete is a legal obligation. The most fundamental document is the bill of lading, which is the official proof of the transportation contract. The cargo manifest lists all the loads carried on the ship. A certificate of origin, commercial invoice, and insurance certificate may also be requested. For shipments to European Union countries, an ATR movement certificate may be necessary. In the case of hazardous materials transportation, an IMDG certificate is mandatory. Tetalog prepares all these documents on your behalf completely and manages the process digitally.

Which Countries Do We Have Regular Departures To and How Are Delivery Times Determined?

We offer export routes via sea freight transportation across a broad network that includes Europe, the Middle East, and Far East. Thanks to our global logistics network, we conduct regular departures to all continents. We organize scheduled voyages to designated ports every week. The transit time of shipments is calculated based on departure and arrival ports, transfer points, and carrier schedules. Factors such as weather conditions and port congestion can also affect delivery times. With our digital system, you can see estimated delivery dates in advance and plan accordingly.

Factors Determining Costs and How the Quotation Process Works

Sea freight prices vary depending on the volume of the cargo, departure and arrival ports, container type, and the tariff of the carrier company. These factors that determine costs in maritime transportation can differ based on the size and complexity of the operation. Cargo weight and dimensions, distance, seasonal variations, and fuel prices also influence the total cost. Through online platforms, customers can quickly compare prices from multiple carriers and select the most suitable offer for themselves.

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Manage Your Cargo Safely with the Global Sea Network

Tetalog offers optimized, cost-effective solutions for your high-volume shipments in sea freight transportation. With our logistics network covering over 200 countries and more than 850 ports; we plan according to every type of cargo using FCL and LCL container options. We manage international sea transportation processes end-to-end, ensuring operational efficiency and transparency.

From customs procedures to delivery, we enhance your logistics performance with sustainable, environmentally friendly, and reliable solutions at every stage.

Europe

We provide services within Europe through road, sea, and multimodal transportation solutions. We ensure stable transportation across the continent with compliant, planned, and time-focused operations in full accordance with legal regulations. We conduct all processes transparently.

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Africa

We offer logistics solutions tailored to regional conditions in Africa. We perform flexible planning according to different transportation infrastructures and customs processes, and we manage the entire process from start to finish with transshipment or direct deliveries.

Asia

Asia we provide logistics services to all countries across Asia. In some regions, in addition to transportation processes, we also handle customs clearance, distribution, and field operations. We manage processes end-to-end with flexible solutions suitable for high trade volumes.

Asia Premium Service Areas
America

We offer integrated solutions for sea and air freight to the American continent. We organize all steps including customs procedures, inland transportation, and scheduling. We proceed with consideration of the balance between transit time and cost.

Contact our expert team for your sea logistics needs.

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Additional Services
Sea Transportation Check out our additional services, which are frequently preferred for this service and included within our support scope.
Sea Transportation Frequently Asked Questions About
What is maritime transportation?

Maritime transportation is an economical and environmentally friendly logistics method where goods are transported by ships between ports. It is especially the most preferred mode of transport for intercontinental trade.

What is the difference between FCL and LCL shipping?

FCL (Full Container Load) means the entire container is dedicated to a single customer. LCL (Less than Container Load) is a partial shipment where a container is shared among multiple customers.

How is a container reservation made?

You can easily make a digital reservation for the appropriate ship and container by entering your cargo details through the Tetalog system.

How does the maritime transportation process work?

The process includes reservation, container loading, customs clearance, ship dispatch, and delivery at the destination port. Tetalog makes these steps transparent and trackable.

What documents are required for maritime transportation?

Documents such as the bill of lading, cargo manifest, ATR certificate, certificate of origin, and insurance policy may be needed. Tetalog prepares all these documents on your behalf.

How is the delivery time calculated?

Transit time is determined by various factors such as the departure and arrival ports, the carrier's schedule, transshipment ports, and weather conditions.

How are maritime transportation prices determined?

Factors like cargo volume, destination, container type, seasonal demand, and fuel costs influence freight rates. Tetalog automatically calculates the freight based on these variables.

Which countries do you ship to by sea?

Tetalog regularly operates shipments to Europe, the Middle East, and Far East. All our routes are transparently listed in our system.