International shipping is complex enough without having to manage carrier relationships, customs documentation, container availability, and rate changes on your own. GLI handles the logistics so your goods move reliably from port to door, and your team is not spending their days chasing status updates across time zones.
Ocean Freight Without the Uncertainty.
Global Ocean Shipping. Handled End to End.
Whether you are moving full containers or consolidating smaller shipments, ocean freight requires a level of coordination that most growing businesses are not set up to manage internally.
Documentation errors, missed departures, customs delays, and unexpected surcharges can turn a straightforward shipment into an expensive problem very quickly.
Documentation errors, missed departures, customs delays, and unexpected surcharges can turn a straightforward shipment into an expensive problem very quickly.
GLI works alongside your team to manage the details, coordinate with carriers and customs brokers, and make sure your cargo moves on schedule without surprises on the back end.
- Access to major ports worldwide with carrier relationships that give your freight priority even when capacity is tight.
- A team with years of experience managing international shipments across multiple trade lanes, so your goods arrive on time with the documentation to clear customs cleanly.
- Real-time cargo tracking across your ocean shipments so you always know where things are and can plan your downstream operations around accurate arrival information.
Ocean Freight, Delivered With Confidence
- Full Container Load (FCL)When your shipment fills a container, FCL is typically the most cost-effective and reliable option. Your goods move in a dedicated box with no co-mingling, lower damage risk, and more predictable transit times. We manage carrier selection, booking, documentation, and coordination so you get the container moving without the back and forth.
- Less than Container Load (LCL)Smaller ocean shipments do not need to wait until you have enough volume for a full container. Our LCL services give you access to scheduled departures from all major ports, so your freight moves on a timeline that works for your business rather than waiting for a full load to accumulate.
- Expedited LCLWhen your shipment cannot wait for a standard LCL sailing, but air freight is not in the budget, expedited LCL fills the gap. You get faster transit than standard LCL at a fraction of the cost of air, without sacrificing the reliability your supply chain depends on.
- DrayageThe move between the port and your facility or warehouse is where a lot of international shipments lose time and money. Our drayage services bridge that gap, coordinating the inland leg of your ocean shipment so customs clearance, container pickup, and final delivery happen without gaps in the chain.
- Buyer's ConsolidationIf you are sourcing from multiple manufacturers or suppliers, buyer's consolidation lets you combine and palletize cargo from different origins into a single dedicated container. Lower cost per unit, less handling risk, and a cleaner logistics process than managing multiple smaller shipments separately.
- Marine Cargo InsuranceStandard carrier liability covers far less than most businesses assume. If a container is damaged, lost, or delayed, recovering the actual value of your goods through carrier liability alone is a slow and often disappointing process. Marine cargo insurance covers your shipment for its full value. We can set you up with transactional coverage for individual shipments or an annual policy if your ocean volume warrants it.
Frequently Asked Questions
Ocean freight is the transportation of goods by sea, typically used for large, heavy, or high-volume shipments moving internationally. It is the most cost-effective way to move significant quantities of goods across long distances, though transit times are longer than air. For manufacturers and distributors importing raw materials or finished goods, or exporting products to international markets, ocean freight is usually a core part of the supply chain. Managing it well, with the right carrier relationships, documentation, and visibility, makes a meaningful difference to both cost and operational reliability.
Full Container Load means your goods have an entire container to themselves. Less Than Container Load means your goods share container space with other businesses' freight. FCL is generally more cost-effective when you have enough volume to fill or nearly fill a container, and it comes with faster transit times and lower handling risk since your cargo is not touched between origin and destination. LCL makes sense for smaller shipments where waiting to accumulate a full container load would slow down your supply chain unnecessarily. The right choice depends on your volumes, your timeline, and your cost priorities. We help you figure out which option works best for each shipment.
Standard containers come in 20-foot and 40-foot lengths, with a standard 40-foot container typically handling up to around 44,000 pounds of cargo. Oversized or overweight shipments can be accommodated with specialised equipment and require advance planning for port handling and inland transport. If your cargo falls outside standard dimensions or weight limits, we manage the coordination to make sure the right equipment is in place at every stage of the move.
Let us Take International Shipping Off Your Plate (And Give You Full Insight).
Ocean freight does not have to be the complicated part of your supply chain. Start with a free freight benchmark analysis and find out what a properly managed ocean freight program looks like for your business. No cost, no obligation, no surprises.