Maritime Transport

Integrated Solutions for International Sea Freight

At PERS Logistics, we focus on planning the sea freight component of your international supply chain according to your cargo characteristics, volume, delivery expectations and commercial priorities. Sea freight is an important logistics option to consider for high-volume, heavy or long-distance shipments. Our goal is to simplify your business logistics processes by coordinating every stage of the shipment, from its point of origin to its final destination.

When preparing a transportation plan, we consider cargo specifications, ports of loading and discharge, container requirements, transshipment options, customs procedures and port operations together. Depending on your needs, solutions connected with road freight, rail transportation or warehousing services can also be arranged.

Our Sea Freight Services

• Full Container Load (FCL): A transportation model in which an entire container is allocated to a single shipment. The suitability of the container is assessed according to the cargo's volume, weight and transportation requirements.
• Less than Container Load (LCL): An option for shipments that do not require a full container, allowing different consignments to be consolidated into the same container. Suitability is determined by cargo specifications, route and sailing schedule.
• Import and Export Shipments: Includes the coordination of transportation, documentation and operational procedures with relevant parties in the countries of origin and destination as part of international trade.
• Port-to-Port Transportation: A service model focused on the sea freight leg between the designated port of loading and port of discharge.
• Door-to-Door and Warehouse-to-Warehouse Solutions: The combined organization of road and sea transportation connections from the cargo collection point to the final delivery address, according to requirements.
• Cross Trade Shipments: Operational coordination of international shipments between two different countries, without requiring the cargo to originate from Türkiye.
• Combined and Multimodal Transportation: Solutions that integrate sea freight with other transportation modes, such as road or rail, according to route and delivery requirements.
• Bulk Cargo Transportation: Planning the transportation of dry or liquid bulk cargo using suitable vessels, equipment and handling procedures based on the type and technical characteristics of the goods.
• Special Equipment Containers: Evaluation of specialized container options such as reefer, open-top and flat-rack containers according to cargo dimensions and specifications.

Cargo Planning Based on Shipment Type

Sea freight cargo can include general cargo, palletized or packaged goods, machinery and equipment, heavy and oversized shipments, dry bulk products and, where suitable transportation conditions are available, liquid cargo. Each cargo category may involve different packaging, securing, handling, equipment and documentation requirements. Therefore, the cargo type, dimensions, gross weight, packaging and any special requirements should be clearly identified before shipment.

Container Options

• 20-foot and 40-foot standard containers: Commonly used container types for transporting general cargo.
• High Cube containers: Options that provide greater internal height compared to standard containers.
• Reefer containers: Containers equipped with refrigeration systems for goods requiring temperature control.
• Open Top containers: May be considered for shipments requiring top loading or a different loading arrangement due to cargo height.
• Flat Rack containers: May be used, subject to suitability, for heavy or oversized cargo that cannot fit into standard containers.

The internal dimensions, tare weight and permitted payload of containers may vary depending on the manufacturer, container type and carrier requirements. Before finalizing a transportation plan, the technical specifications of the relevant equipment and applicable transportation restrictions should be verified.

Potential Benefits of Sea Freight Transportation

• Provides different transportation alternatives for high-volume and heavy shipments
• Offers access to an extensive port network for long-distance international trade
• Accommodates different shipment volumes through FCL and LCL options
• Supports integrated logistics planning through connections with road and rail transportation
• Can help optimize transportation costs per unit when cargo and route conditions are suitable

Sea Freight Operational Process

• Assessment of cargo details: Product description, dimensions, weight, packaging, loading date and special handling requirements are collected.
• Determination of routes and service alternatives: Ports of loading and discharge, potential transshipments, sailing schedules and inland connections are evaluated.
• Clarification of freight rates and additional charges: The scope of the quotation is clarified in terms of transportation, port, handling and any additional services requested.
• Documentation and customs coordination: Required documents and the responsibilities of relevant parties are coordinated according to the nature of the shipment and country-specific requirements.
• Loading, transit and arrival tracking: Operational stages are monitored in communication with the carrier and relevant service providers.
• Arrival and delivery arrangements: Depending on the requested service scope, port delivery or transportation connections to the final destination are arranged.

Sea Freight Transportation with PERS Logistics

Every shipment has different commercial and operational requirements. PERS Logistics helps establish the appropriate service scope by evaluating transportation alternatives according to cargo details and delivery expectations. Through transparent communication, accurate information flow and coordination between relevant parties, we aim to ensure that logistics operations proceed in a controlled and organized manner.

Freight rates, transit times, transshipment points, port charges and service scope may vary depending on the shipping line, carrier, season, cargo type and current market conditions. Therefore, current quotations and operational conditions should be confirmed separately for each shipment.

Request a Sea Freight Transportation Quote

Contact PERS Logistics for your sea freight requirements, whether for imports, exports or cross trade shipments. Sharing your cargo details, origin and destination points, preferred delivery method and target shipment date will help us identify the most suitable options for your requirements.