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Ocean Freight Shipping from Kandla and Mundra
Globelink Shipping and Logistics arranges ocean freight shipping from Kandla and Mundra for containers, dry bulk, break-bulk and project cargo. We match your cargo to the right vessel and port, book the space, prepare the shipping documents and handle the port formalities, so your cargo sails on time and arrives with clean paperwork.
Cargo we ship
Containerised cargo (FCL and LCL)
Most containerised cargo from Gujarat sails through Mundra, which has frequent mainline and feeder services. We book 20' and 40' dry containers, high-cubes, reefers and special equipment such as open-tops and flat-racks, and arrange LCL for smaller loads.
Dry bulk
Coal, fertiliser, salt, clinker, grains and minerals moving in full or part cargoes. For full shiploads, our chartering desk finds suitable tonnage, and at the port our stevedoring team handles loading or discharge.
Break-bulk and project cargo
Steel, timber, machinery and oversize units that do not fit in containers. These need careful stowage, lashing and lift planning, which we coordinate with the vessel operator and port.
Container equipment at a glance
| Equipment | Best for |
|---|---|
| 20' dry | Heavy, dense cargo such as tiles, metals and bagged minerals |
| 40' dry / 40' high-cube | Lighter, bulkier cargo such as textiles, furniture and packaged goods |
| Reefer | Temperature-controlled cargo such as fruit, vegetables, seafood and pharmaceuticals |
| Open-top | Tall cargo loaded from above by crane |
| Flat-rack | Machinery, vehicles and over-width units |
Picking the right box affects both cost and safety. A 20' packed to weight limits can be cheaper than a half-empty 40'. We check your cargo's weight and volume and recommend the most economical equipment.
Choosing the right port
| Cargo | Port we usually recommend | Reason |
|---|---|---|
| Regular container exports and imports | Mundra | Frequent sailings, strong rail links inland |
| Dry bulk, full or part cargo | Kandla | Dedicated bulk berths and storage areas |
| Break-bulk steel and timber | Kandla | Experienced labour and open storage near berths |
| Heavy-lift / project | Either | Decided by vessel type, berth and road route |
What we handle
- Rate comparison and space booking with carriers and vessel operators
- Container release, empty pickup and gate-in coordination
- Shipping instructions, draft and final bill of lading
- Cut-off monitoring for documents, VGM and cargo gate-in
- Export or import customs clearance
- Marine insurance on request
- Shipment tracking until arrival
- Stuffing and LCL consolidation at a container freight station
How a shipment is booked
- Share the cargo details: commodity, weight, volume or container count, origin, destination and ready date.
- Compare options: we send routings, transit times and rates from suitable carriers.
- Confirm the booking: you approve and we secure space and equipment.
- Prepare the cargo: stuffing, VGM, labelling, lashing and documents.
- Clear and load: customs, gate-in and loading before the cut-offs.
- Track to arrival: bill of lading released and progress shared until discharge.
Shipping as part of a bigger move
Ocean freight is one leg of the journey. If you also need pickup, customs, storage or destination delivery, our freight forwarding service wraps every leg into a single door-to-door shipment with one point of contact.
Shipping FAQs
Can you ship part cargoes of bulk commodities?
Yes. We look for parcel space on suitable vessels or combine cargoes where possible, and advise when a full charter is better value.
Do you arrange reefer containers?
Yes, subject to carrier equipment availability at Mundra or Kandla.
What is VGM, and do you handle it?
Verified Gross Mass is the certified weight of a packed container, and it is required before loading. We arrange the weighment and submit the VGM before the cut-off.
Let's get your cargo moving
Send your cargo details and target dates. We will come back with one plan and one quote covering every stage.