Ocean Shipping

Exceed your customers’ expectations with dependable ocean shipping services.

Through a consistent sailing schedule, transit options for shipments of every size, and full visibility every step of the way, ArcBest can deliver an efficient and economical solution for your ocean freight while keeping your customers’ needs in mind.

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Reliable ocean transportation keeps your global supply chain moving

As a licensed ocean transportation intermediary and world class non-vessel operating carrier (NVOCC), ArcBest provides less-than-container-load (LCL) and full-container-load (FCL) transportation from major manufacturing centers around the world.

We offer:

  • Multiple fixed and weekly sailings
  • Single source pricing and invoicing
  • Option to have U.S. duties billed on credit
  • Customs house brokerage services
  • Door-to-door and port-to-door service options

 

LCL transit

Ship your small international shipments with ArcBest LCL service and gain a competitive advantage through our less-than-truckload carrier ABF Freight. We place LCL shipments from the port directly into the ABF network for consolidation and transit, which means shipments are processed faster compared to traditional LCL methods.

FCL transit

Move large volumes of freight in a single container with FCL transportation options. Our team will manage every aspect of your shipment to ensure the proper steps are taken to get your freight on a vessel and delivered as promised.