International Shipping ServicesOcean Freight Logistics 101
Ocean freight logistics plays a crucial role in the global supply chain, facilitating the movement of goods across international waters.
September 25, 2024
International Air Freight
Less than Container Load (LCL)
Full Container Load (FCL)
Breakbulk Services
Customs Clearance
Banking and Documentation
Although there are a lot of moving parts in international shipping, it doesn’t have to be complicated. When you partner with Ark, your part is easy.
Delivering to either port or door, Ark’s international operations team handles every detail from pickup to delivery, keeping you informed the entire way. So while you are working on the things you need to do, Ark is working for you to make sure your freight is moving forward. As a licensed NVOCC and Air Freight Forwarder with extensive experience shipping freight to and from other countries, let Ark navigate your success.
Customs Clearance: How to Prepare
When shipping freight internationally, it's very important to properly fill out customs forms to ensure a your freight will reach is destination as smoothly as possible.
January 26, 2023
What is a Commercial Invoice?
A commercial invoice is a special document that is required for international shipments to clear the customs process.
June 30, 2022
International Shipping Details
Air Freight: The fastest service option for out of country locations
FCL Ocean: Full Container Loads for ocean shipments
LCL Ocean: Less Than Container Loads for smaller ocean shipments
Consolidation/Breakbulk Services: If you have items going to multiple destinations, Ark can consolidate your freight to save on cost over shipping separately, then break up and distribute your freight to its final destination
Customs Clearance: Ark can create and submit the proper customs forms for your shipment to arrive on-time
Banking & Documentation: Services available per shipment
Dry Container Sizes and Capacity
20 foot dry container
Weight (Tare)
4,849 lbs
2,200 kg
Payload
61,910 lbs
28,080 kg
Capacity
1,169 ft3
33.1 m3
Internal Length
19.4 ft
5.9 m
Internal Width
7.7 ft
2.35 m
Internal Height
7.9 ft
2.39 m
Door Opening Width
7.7 ft
2.34 m
Door Opening Height
7.5 ft
2.28 m
40 foot dry container
Weight (Tare)
8,220 lbs
3,700 kg
Payload
58,380 lbs
26,480 kg
Capacity
2,385 ft3
67.5 m3
Internal Length
39.5 ft
12.03 m
Internal Width
7.7 ft
2.35 m
Internal Height
7.9 ft
2.39 m
Door Opening Width
7.7 ft
2.34 m
Door Opening Height
7.5 ft
2.28 m