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Welcome to AEB Logistics, your one-stop solution for LCL shipping and freight forwarding needs. We offer a comprehensive range of logistics services to help businesses of all sizes ship their cargo from China to the USA and beyond. Our expertise in ocean freight and consolidated shipping ensures that your cargo arrives at its destination safely and efficiently, and our door-to-door delivery service provides hassle-free transportation from start to finish.
Whether you’re shipping products to Amazon FBA or importing goods for your business, AEB Logistics is here to help. We are an international freight forwarder with a proven track record of delivering reliable, cost-effective logistics solutions. Contact us today to learn more about our LCL shipping, consolidated shipping, and freight forwarding services.
1. LCL Shipping and Consolidated Shipping
LCL shipping is a cost-effective way to transport smaller quantities of cargo without having to pay for a full container. We offer a range of LCL shipping options to suit your needs, whether you’re shipping a small package or a larger shipment. Our consolidated shipping service is perfect for businesses looking to optimize their supply chain and reduce costs. By combining multiple LCL shipments into one container, we can provide significant cost savings while maintaining the same level of reliability and quality.
2. Door-to-Door Delivery
At AEB Logistics, we understand the importance of timely and efficient shipping, which is why we offer a range of door-to-door delivery services. We will pick up your cargo from your supplier in China and deliver it to your doorstep, providing end-to-end visibility and peace of mind. We also offer a range of value-added services, including customs clearance, warehousing, and distribution, to help streamline your supply chain and reduce costs.
Our door-to-door delivery service is designed to make the shipping process as simple and convenient as possible. We handle all the logistics, from arranging transportation to handling customs clearance and delivery. With our door-to-door delivery service, you can rest assured that your cargo will arrive at its destination on time and in good condition.
3. Free Shipping Quote
We believe that transparency is key to building strong relationships with our clients, which is why we offer a free shipping quote for all our services. This allows you to get a clear understanding of the costs involved in shipping your cargo before you commit to anything, giving you complete control over your logistics budget.
At AEB Logistics, we offer a free shipping quote to help you get started. Simply fill out our online quote form, and we’ll provide you with a detailed estimate of the cost and timeline for your shipment. Our team of experts is always available to answer any questions you may have and provide guidance throughout the shipping process.
4. Shipping from China
If you need to ship goods from China, AEB Logistics is here to help. We have extensive experience in shipping from China and can help you navigate the complexities of international trade, including customs clearance, logistics, and transportation. We work with a network of trusted carriers to ensure that your cargo is transported safely and efficiently.
5. Amazon FBA Forwarder
If you’re selling products on Amazon, AEB Logistics can help you streamline your shipping process with our Amazon FBA forwarding service. We can help you ship your products directly to Amazon’s fulfillment centers, ensuring that they arrive on time and in good condition. Our team of experts will handle all the logistics, including customs clearance and delivery, so you can focus on growing your business.
6. What Happens Once Your LCL Shipment Arrives At Port
Arrival
After confirming authorization from the port, a container ship docks at its assigned berth next to port cranes that unload containers from the ship. The crane work and other activities are carried out by many dockworkers, including lashers, clerks, and cargo equipment operators. These people work together to perform the logistics miracles of efficiently transporting containers across the berth and preparing them for the next step in the journey.
After the unloading of those containers, customs officials may decide to inspect certain containers. This process is sometimes random, and sometimes it’s based on each container’s documentation. Time at the port can be very expensive, therefore every importer must have their documents ready for the forwarder. Costs incurred by delay can be transferred to the importer.
Once a container is cleared from inspection, it is loaded onto a chassis or a truck trailer and transported to the forwarder’s warehouse or distribution center. The transportation is normally done with trucks unless the distance is so far that the forwarder hires train services.
Relocation and Devanning
The container arrives on the truck at a distribution center. This center is sometimes called CFS (Container Freight Station). The container is opened to be sorted (devanning) and the boxes are separated and prepared for shipment to their individual owners, the forwarder’s clients.
Customs Clearance
An import declaration is made at the CFS. It is also possible that the clearance is done at the port before the container departs, but that depends on several circumstances.
Delivery
The last part of the shipping process is the actual delivery of the cargo to the importer. This transportation can be carried out by a local transportation company chosen by the importer, or by the freight forwarder.
Small importers sometimes decide to pick up their cargo directly from the CFS. It is important to know that the cargo might be on a pallet, so pickup trucks are the best vehicles for this. If the car is small, additional time is needed to disassemble the pallet and stuff the car with the boxes.