NVOCC
What is an NVOCC?
- Non Vessel Operating Common Carrier
- Operates similar to an ocean carrier, but does not own the ships
- Required by law to file and abide by own tariffs
- Regulated by the Federal Maritime Commission
- Issues own Bill of Lading (BOL)
When would I use NVOCC services?
- When you want as many different service options as possible with multiple pricing options based on your exact needs
- When cargo origin/destination isn't in the U.S.A.
- When your move includes an ocean leg
- When the move requires a combination of additional services such as drayage or warehousing
- When you are shipping a full container load (FCL) or less than container load (LCL)
How do I know if I will benefit from using an NVOCC?
- If you need flexible services with a variety of service locations and sail dates, NVOCC service is for you.
- Your commodity is containerizeable
- You don't require special equipment or handling
- One-stop-shop offererd because of multi-carrier relationships
- You are new to importing/exporting or looking to ease the burden on your logistics department
What is the benefit of using our NVOCC service offerings?
- Strong Asian trade lane expertise and agency service agreements with 37 Asian offices
- Highly competitive pricing
- A single point of contact for your organization
- Inbound and outbound services in the largest trade lane: Asia and the U.S.
- Horizon Logistics representatives are located in almost all Asian countries
- Additional West Coast services are available with our own port drayage trucking and warehousing in Tacoma, Oakland and Los Angeles.
I want to use your NVOCC services. Now what should I do?
- Simply visit www.FreightCaptain.com and request a rate for all your NVOCC needs
- Request as many rates as you want
- A logistics specialist will contact you with your rate. They will also discuss your specific NVOCC needs and present you with various options in line with your budget