Ocean Freight
Ocean freight, booked and managed end to end
Peregrine Shipping arranges ocean freight forwarding for full and part container loads, coordinating booking, documentation, and delivery so your cargo moves without surprises.
Overview
Ocean freight built around your cargo
Ocean freight forwarding services remain the most practical way to move volume over long distances, and for most importers and exporters, the sea is still where the bulk of a shipment’s budget and planning goes. We arrange full container load (FCL) and less than container load (LCL) shipments, inbound and outbound, so you have one point of contact whether you’re moving a single pallet or a string of containers.
Ocean shipping involves more coordination than the sailing itself. Space has to be booked with a carrier, documents have to be accurate before the vessel departs, and someone has to track the container from origin gate to final release. That coordination is the service we provide.
We structure each shipment around your cargo type, trade lane, and timeline, and we stay involved after the vessel departs, not just at booking. That includes flagging documentation issues early, watching for schedule changes, and coordinating the handoff to customs clearance and inland transportation once the container lands.
FCL and LCL options
We arrange full container and consolidated less-than-container shipments, matching the method to your cargo volume and schedule.
Documentation handled
We prepare and check bills of lading, packing lists, and other shipping documents so paperwork doesn’t hold up your cargo.
One point of contact
You work with one team from booking through delivery, instead of coordinating separately with carriers, terminals, and truckers.
Import and export coverage
We arrange ocean freight moving into and out of the United States, coordinated with customs clearance and inland delivery.
From booking to final delivery
How it works
Step 1
Quote and booking
We review your cargo details and book space with an ocean carrier for the right service and container type.
Step 2
Documentation
We prepare and verify the bill of lading, packing list, and other export or import paperwork before departure.
Step 3
Origin handling
Cargo moves to the container yard or consolidation point and is loaded ahead of sailing.
Step 4
Transit and customs
We track the voyage and coordinate customs clearance so the shipment is ready to move once it arrives.
Step 5
Final delivery
We arrange inland trucking or warehouse delivery to complete the move to its destination.
Reference
Container types and internal dimensions
| Container type | Internal length | Internal width | Internal height | Typical max payload* |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 20′ Standard (dry) | 19’4″ (5.90 m) | 7’8″ (2.35 m) | 7’10” (2.39 m) | ~24,000 kg (~52,900 lb) |
| 40′ Standard (dry) | 39’5″ (12.03 m) | 7’8″ (2.35 m) | 7’10” (2.39 m) | ~26,500 kg (~58,400 lb) |
| 40′ High Cube | 39’5″ (12.03 m) | 7’8″ (2.35 m) | 8’10” (2.69 m) | ~26,500 kg (~58,400 lb) |
*Figures are general industry reference points. Actual internal dimensions and weight limits vary by container owner, age, and condition, so always confirm against the specific unit being loaded.
FAQs
Ocean freight questions
Ready to move your next ocean shipment?
Tell our team in Auburn, Maine your cargo details and trade lane, and we’ll put together an ocean freight plan and quote.