Core Service
Ocean Freight
CNI coordinates ocean freight shipments across major China–Africa and international trade lanes, managing your cargo from booking through to arrival at destination.
Overview
Ocean freight remains the most cost-effective way to move larger volumes of cargo internationally. CNI works with carrier partners across major Chinese export ports to book, document and track shipments bound for African and international destinations.
Whether your cargo fills a container on its own (FCL) or needs to be consolidated with other shipments (LCL), our team structures the booking, documentation and customs coordination around your specific cargo and timeline.
Typical shipment flow
- 1. China — cargo received & booked
- 2. Container loaded at origin port
- 3. Ocean transit (carrier-operated vessel)
- 4. Arrival at African destination port
- 5. Customs processing & cargo release
- 6. Final delivery
Shipping Options
FCL, LCL and delivery options
FCL — Full Container Load
Exclusive use of a container for larger cargo volumes, with your goods loaded and sealed at origin and opened only at destination.
Learn moreLCL — Less than Container Load
Cost-effective consolidation for smaller cargo volumes that don't require a full container of their own.
Learn morePort-to-Port Shipping
Ocean transportation between origin and destination terminals, for shippers managing their own inland transport.
Learn moreDoor-to-Door Logistics
Inland transportation coordinated on both ends, moving cargo from origin facility to final delivery address.
Learn moreEquipment
Container options
20GP
Standard 20ft container — smaller full container loads
40GP
Standard 40ft container — general cargo
40HC
40ft High Cube — extra internal height for bulkier cargo
45HC
45ft High Cube — largest standard dry container option
Paperwork Handled Right
Documentation & cargo handling
We help prepare Bills of Lading, packing lists and commercial invoices, and coordinate cargo handling requirements between origin and destination to keep your shipment moving without paperwork delays.
Full Visibility
Shipment tracking
Every shipment can be tracked using its Bill of Lading number, showing completed milestones, current status and what's still to come.
Track a shipmentReady to move your cargo?
Tell us about your shipment and our logistics team will prepare a freight quote tailored to your route, cargo type and timeline.