Transworld Logistics Group: Ocean Shipping
What is Ocean Shipping?
Ocean shipping is the most cost-effective and flexible way to move large cargo volumes globally via container vessels, offering Full Container Load (FCL), Less than Container Load (LCL), and specialized Breakbulk/RoRo options. Transworld Logistics provides reliable FCL in 20ft/40ft containers for full loads, LCL consolidation for smaller shipments, and RoRo/breakbulk for vehicles, machinery, and oversized goods. We handle everything from standard dry cargo to temperature-controlled reefers across major trade routes.
- Export and Import Services
- Consolidation
- Door-to-Door Service
- Multiple Carrier Selection
- Warehousing, Export Packing, and Crating
- Marine Cargo Insurance
- Letter of credit (L/C) processing
- Foreign-to-Foreign Port Services
Full Container Load (FCL) Shipping
Need to ship large volumes or temperature-sensitive goods internationally? Choose between shipping container 20 ft and shipping container 40 ft for Full Container Load services.
Contact us for the best container and ocean shipping service that fits your business needs.
Less Than Container Load (LCL) Shipping
By consolidating cargo with other shippers, Less Than Container Load (LCL) shipping lets you ship more frequently while paying only for space used. Perfect for smaller shipments that don’t fill a full container.
Looking to optimize ocean shipping expenses? Contact us to calculate international shipping costs and find the right shipping solution for your business.
Break-bulk and RORO
Break-bulk and RoRo (Roll-on/Roll-off) shipping are specialized freight solutions for oversized and wheeled cargo. RoRo is ideal for transporting vehicles and heavy machinery, allowing them to be driven directly onto the vessel for secure transit. At the same time, break-bulk is used for goods too large for standard containers, ensuring each piece is individually secured for maximum safety. Ready to move oversized or wheeled cargo with confidence? Contact Transworld Logistics Group to customize a break‑bulk and RoRo shipping plan for your business.
Full Container Load (FCL) Shipping
Need to ship large volumes or temperature-sensitive goods internationally? Choose between shipping container 20 ft and shipping container 40 ft for Full Container Load services. Contact us for the best container and ocean shipping service that fits your business needs.
Less Than Container Load (LCL) Shipping
By consolidating cargo with other shippers, Less Than Container Load (LCL) shipping lets you ship more frequently while paying only for space used. Perfect for smaller shipments that don’t fill a full container.
Looking to optimize ocean shipping expenses? Contact us to calculate international shipping costs and find the right shipping solution for your business.
Break-bulk and RORO
Break-bulk and RoRo (Roll-on/Roll-off) shipping are specialized freight solutions for oversized and wheeled cargo. RoRo is ideal for transporting vehicles and heavy machinery, allowing them to be driven directly onto the vessel for secure transit. At the same time, break-bulk is used for goods too large for standard containers, ensuring each piece is individually secured for maximum safety. Ready to move oversized or wheeled cargo with confidence? Contact Transworld Logistics Group to customize a break‑bulk and RoRo shipping plan for your business.
shipping containers
(20 ft & 40 ft)
Choosing between shipping container 20 ft & shipping container 40 ft ensures your cargo stays within weight and dimensional limits. Use the chart below to match container dimensions, shipment volume, commodity type, and handling requirements to the right container.
Shipping Container Type | Exterior (L × W × H) | Interior (L × W × H) | Tare Weight | Payload Capacity | Max Gross Weight |
20′ Standard Dry | 20′ × 8′ × 8′6″ (6.06 × 2.44 × 2.59 m) | 19′4″ × 7′8″ × 7′10″ (5.90 × 2.35 × 2.39 m) | ~2,230 kg | ~21,700 kg | ~24,000 kg |
40′ Standard Dry | 40′ × 8′ × 8′6″ (12.19 × 2.44 × 2.59 m) | 39′6″ × 7′9″ × 7′10″ (12.03 × 2.35 × 2.39 m) | ~3,700 kg | ~26,730 kg | ~30,480 kg |
40′ High-Cube | 40′ × 8′ × 9′6″ (12.19 × 2.44 × 2.90 m) | 39′5″ × 7′8″ × 8′10″ (12.03 × 2.35 × 2.69 m) | ~3,900 kg | ~26,600 kg | ~30,480 kg |
45′ High-Cube | 45′ × 8′ × 9′6″ (13.72 × 2.44 × 2.90 m) | 44′5″ × 8′8½″ × 7′7.7″ (13.54 × 2.66 × 2.33 m) | ~4,800 kg | ~31,200 kg | ~36,000 kg |
20′ Reefer | 20′ × 8′ × 8′6″ | 17′8″ × 7′5″ × 7′5″ (5.43 × 2.28 × 2.26 m) | ~3,200 kg | ~20,800 kg | ~24,000 kg |
40′ Reefer | 40′ × 8′ × 8′6″ | 37′8″ × 7′5″ × 7′2″ (11.50 × 2.27 × 2.20 m) | ~4,900 kg | ~25,580 kg | ~30,480 kg |
40′ Reefer High-Cube | 40′ × 8′ × 9′6″ | 37′11″ × 7′6″ × 8′2″ (11.58 × 2.30 × 2.50 m) | ~4,500 kg | ~25,980 kg | ~30,480 kg |
20′ Open-Top | 20′ × 8′ × 8′6″ | 19′4″ × 7′7″ × 7′8″ (5.90 × 2.31 × 2.35 m) | ~2,400 kg | ~21,600 kg | ~24,000 kg |
40′ Open-Top | 40′ × 8′ × 8′6″ | 39′5″ × 7′8″ × 7′8″ (12.03 × 2.35 × 2.35 m) | ~3,850 kg | ~26,630 kg | ~30,480 kg |
20′ Flat Rack | 20′ × 8′ × 8′6″ (ends collapsible) | 18′5″ × 7′3″ × 7′4″ (5.62 × 2.20 × 2.23 m) | ~2,530 kg | ~21,470 kg | ~24,000 kg |
40′ Flat Rack | 40′ × 8′ × 8′6″ (ends collapsible) | 39′7″ × 6′10″ × 6′5″ (12.08 × 2.44 × 2.10 m) | ~5,480 kg | ~39,000 kg | ~44,480 kg |
Key factors to consider:
Volume: shipping containers 20 ft suit 10-20 pallets; shipping containers 40 ft holds 20-26 pallets.
Height: High-cube (9’6″) options provide extra vertical space for tall or stacked cargo.
Temperature: Reefers maintain chilled, frozen, or heated conditions for perishables.
Special cargo: Open-top and flat racks accommodate oversized, tall, or heavy items that won’t fit standard boxes.
Quick reference:
Dry cargo (general freight): 20′ or 40′ Standard/High-Cube
Perishables (food/pharma): 20’/40′ Reefer
Oversized items (machinery): Open-Top or Flat Rack
Have questions about shipping container sizes or ocean freight services? Email info@transworldlogistics.com or call 732.981.1981
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