Direct answer
Ocean freight is the movement of cargo by sea, usually in containers such as 20ft, 40ft, 40HC, reefer, LCL, bulk, or break bulk shipments. Tranzita connects ocean freight rate comparison with booking requests, document readiness, customs support, and inland trucking to or from Egyptian ports.
Best for
- - Full container loads
- - Factory imports
- - Regular trade lanes
- - Reefer and temperature-sensitive cargo
What Tranzita coordinates
- - Route and carrier options
- - Container booking request
- - ETD, ETA, cut-off, and transit time
- - Optional customs and inland trucking
Ocean freight readiness checklist
Logistics terms explained
| Term | Meaning |
|---|---|
| ETD | Estimated time of departure from the origin port. |
| ETA | Estimated time of arrival at the destination port or delivery point. |
| Free days | The allowed time before detention or demurrage may start, depending on carrier and port rules. |
Frequently asked questions
Can Tranzita support ocean freight and trucking together?
Yes. Ocean freight can be combined with inland trucking so the shipment is planned from port arrival through final delivery.
Are ocean freight prices final?
No. Freight and logistics costs are estimates until confirmed by the carrier, port, customs broker, and final document review.
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