Full container load ( FCL )

FCL (Full Container Load) – is an ocean shipping mode, in which the entire container is intended for one supplier and occupies a full container (regardless of size). FCL transportation can be filled directly at the supplier’s warehouse, and then sent to the container yard (container cargo station in the port). The container can be unloaded at the port of destination or the carrier can deliver to the recipients warehouse.

FCL container volume

Note:

• 20ft container = 20′ container = 20’GP
• 40ft container = 40′ container = 40’GP
• 40ft high cube container = 40’HQ = 40’HC

You may have to learn to be comfortable with CBM measurements (cubic metres = Length*Width*Height in meter), if you do not use the same unit in your country. Also please note the difference between the volume in theory and in practical. Most Chinese suppliers could advise the exact quantity loading in a full freight container. If you don’t have a clear idea on that, just feel free to ask.