FMC Licensed NVOCC #118446

Ocean Freight,
Air Freight,
Done Right

As an FMC-licensed Non-Vessel Operating Common Carrier, Syqora Group negotiates rates directly with ocean and air carriers and manages your full shipment lifecycle, from booking and documentation to customs clearance and door delivery. One team, every lane.

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12+
Trade Lanes Active
6+
Carrier Partners
FCL & LCL
Ocean & Air
FMC
License #118446

What We Move

Our Freight Services

Full Container Load

FCL Ocean Freight

Full container load shipments give you exclusive use of a container at a fixed rate, ideal for high-volume cargo. As a licensed NVOCC, Syqora Group issues bills of lading directly and negotiates competitive rates across all major trade lanes.

  • ✓ 20ft, 40ft, 40HC, and 45ft container options
  • ✓ Trans-Pacific, trans-Atlantic, Asia-Europe, Asia-Americas lanes
  • ✓ Bill of lading issuance as licensed NVOCC
  • ✓ Port-to-port and door-to-door service
  • ✓ Carrier rate negotiation and optimization
  • ✓ Reefer, open-top, and flat rack containers available
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Container Types

20ft Standard ~28 CBM
Max payload: 21,700 kg. Best for dense, heavy cargo.
40ft Standard ~58 CBM
Max payload: 26,500 kg. Most common ocean container.
40ft High Cube ~67 CBM
Extra height (2.7m). Ideal for light, voluminous goods.
Reefer / Special Temp-Controlled
Reefer, open-top, flat rack for non-standard cargo.
Less than Container Load

LCL Consolidation

LCL consolidation lets you ship smaller volumes without paying for a full container. Your cargo shares space with other shipments, and you pay only for the cubic meters you use. Ideal for startups, samples, and mid-volume importers.

  • ✓ Pay only for the space your cargo occupies
  • ✓ Weekly sailings from major Chinese ports
  • ✓ Co-loading with vetted, compliant partners
  • ✓ Origin and destination CFS coordination
  • ✓ House bill of lading issuance as NVOCC
  • ✓ Suitable for shipments from 1 CBM and up
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LCL vs FCL: When to Use Which

Choose LCL when:
  • ✓ Your cargo is under 15 CBM
  • ✓ You cannot wait to fill a full container
  • ✓ You are importing samples or trial orders
  • ✓ Cash flow requires smaller, more frequent orders
Choose FCL when:
  • ✓ Your cargo exceeds 15-20 CBM
  • ✓ You need dedicated container security
  • ✓ Cargo is time-sensitive or fragile
  • ✓ You have regular, high-volume orders
Not sure which fits? Our team will advise based on your cargo dimensions and budget.
Air Freight Services

Air Freight

When ocean transit times are not an option, Syqora Group arranges air freight from China, Asia, and Europe to US and global destinations. We coordinate with major carriers and integrators for standard, express, and charter solutions.

  • ✓ Standard, express, and charter air freight options
  • ✓ Airport-to-door and airport-to-airport service
  • ✓ Dangerous goods (DG) and lithium battery compliance
  • ✓ Express parcel coordination (DHL, FedEx)
  • ✓ Air waybill management and customs documentation
  • ✓ Fastest option for urgent, high-value shipments
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Air vs Ocean: Speed & Cost

Air Freight Fastest
Transit Time3 to 7 days
Best ForHigh-value, urgent
CostHigher per kg
TrackingReal-time AWB
Ocean Freight Most Economical
Transit Time14 to 35 days
Best ForHigh volume, planned
CostLower per CBM
TrackingMilestone updates
We recommend the best mode based on your cargo, deadline, and budget.
Customs & Compliance

Customs & Inland Delivery

Customs clearance is where shipments get delayed or derailed. Syqora Group coordinates brokerage in both the US and China, ensuring your cargo clears correctly the first time. We also handle inland drayage and final-mile warehousing.

  • ✓ Customs brokerage coordination, US and China
  • ✓ ISF (Importer Security Filing) and AMS filing
  • ✓ Tariff classification and duty optimization
  • ✓ Section 301 tariff analysis and mitigation strategy
  • ✓ Inland drayage and warehousing coordination
  • ✓ Export compliance and Electronic Export Information (EEI) filing
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The Customs Process

1
ISF Filing (10+2)
Filed 24 hours before vessel loading at origin port.
2
Documentation Review
Commercial invoice, packing list, bill of lading verified.
3
Customs Entry Filing
HTS classification, duty calculation, entry submitted to CBP.
4
Exam or Release
CBP issues release or examination notice. We manage the process.
5
Inland Delivery
Drayage from port to warehouse or final destination.

Who We Work With

Our Carrier Network

Syqora Group maintains active working relationships with the world's largest ocean carriers and logistics partners, giving us leverage to negotiate rates others cannot access.

CMA CGM
Ocean Carrier
French carrier, global alliance coverage on all major trade lanes.
Maersk
Ocean Carrier
World's largest container carrier. Trans-Pacific and global.
MSC
Ocean Carrier
Mediterranean Shipping Company. Extensive Asia-US coverage.
Evergreen
Ocean Carrier
Taiwan-based carrier with strong Asia-Americas routes.
CH Robinson
3PL Partner
Trusted 3PL partner for inland and multimodal coordination.
Global Network
+More Carriers
COSCO, Yang Ming, ONE, HMM and additional partners across all major trade lanes.

Technology Advantage

AI Rate Intelligence

Syqora Group continuously monitors live carrier rates across 12 active trade lanes using AI-driven cost analysis. Every time we quote a shipment, we benchmark against current market rates to ensure you are getting the most competitive price available, not whatever the carrier wants to charge today.

  • ✓
    Real-time rate benchmarking across 6+ carriers
    We compare live spot and contract rates before every booking.
  • ✓
    Seasonal surge protection
    We flag high-cost windows and advise on optimal booking timing.
  • ✓
    Transparent pricing, no hidden fees
    All-in quotes include origin charges, ocean freight, destination, and customs.
  • ✓
    Historical rate trend analysis
    Data-backed recommendations for when to book and how to structure contracts.
Rate Comparison: Shanghai → LA Live Data
Carrier A
$2,840 / 40ft FCL
Transit: 16 days
Space available
Carrier B
$3,120 / 40ft FCL
Transit: 14 days
Limited space
Syqora Negotiated Rate
$2,650 / 40ft FCL
Best Rate
Transit: 15 days
Example rates shown for illustration. Contact us for a live quote.

The Process

How Freight Works

From your first inquiry to final delivery, we manage every step with full transparency.

01

Submit Request

Provide cargo details: origin, destination, commodity type, dimensions, weight, and your target timeline. The more detail you share, the sharper the quote.

02

Rate & Route Proposal

We present carrier options with transit times, all-in costs, and route comparisons. You choose the service level that fits your budget and deadline.

03

Booking & Documentation

We book your container, coordinate pickup, issue the bill of lading, file ISF, and handle all shipping documentation. Nothing falls through the cracks.

04

Delivery & Tracking

Real-time milestone updates at every stage: departure, transshipment, arrival, customs clearance, and final door delivery confirmation.

Common Questions

Freight FAQ

A Non-Vessel Operating Common Carrier (NVOCC) is a federally licensed freight intermediary authorized to issue its own bills of lading and take on legal carrier liability. A standard freight forwarder typically acts as an agent and does not issue house bills of lading with the same regulatory standing. As an FMC-licensed NVOCC (#118446), Syqora Group has the legal authority to negotiate directly with vessel carriers, issue HBLs, and be held accountable as a carrier under US maritime law. This translates to tighter compliance, stronger documentation, and better negotiating leverage with ocean carriers.
FCL (Full Container Load) means your cargo fills and has exclusive use of an entire shipping container. You pay a flat rate for the whole container regardless of how full it is. LCL (Less than Container Load) means your cargo shares container space with other shippers' cargo, and you pay based on the cubic meters (CBM) or weight your shipment occupies. FCL is usually more economical for large shipments over 15-20 CBM, while LCL is ideal for smaller volumes, samples, or startups not yet moving full containers.
Transit times from major Chinese ports (Shanghai, Guangzhou, Shenzhen, Ningbo) to US West Coast ports (Long Beach, Los Angeles) typically range from 14 to 18 days on direct sailings. Transit to East Coast ports (New York, Savannah, Houston) via the Panama Canal generally takes 25 to 35 days. Actual transit can vary by carrier, port congestion, and whether your cargo requires transshipment. We provide transit estimates specific to your origin and destination in every quote.
Yes. Syqora Group coordinates DG shipments by both ocean and air, subject to carrier acceptance and applicable regulations. For ocean freight, we ensure IMDG Code compliance and proper DG documentation. For air freight, we work within IATA DGR standards including lithium battery and hazmat classification requirements. All DG bookings require the shipper to provide an accurate Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) and proper UN number classification. Contact operations@syqora.com with your SDS and commodity details for a DG-specific quote.
Both. Syqora Group can arrange the full door-to-door journey: factory pickup in China, export customs, ocean or air freight, US import customs clearance, inland drayage, and final delivery to your warehouse or fulfillment center. We can also provide port-to-port service if you have your own customs broker and inland carrier. We tailor the scope of service to what you actually need, rather than requiring you to take the full package.
Section 301 tariffs apply to a wide range of goods imported from China and can add 7.5% to 25% (or more) on top of standard MFN duty rates, depending on the HTS code and tariff list. Syqora Group conducts HTS classification and Section 301 analysis as part of our customs service, identifying the applicable tariff rate for your commodity. In some cases, there may be exclusions, FTZ opportunities, or alternative sourcing options that reduce exposure. We present the full landed cost picture so you can make informed sourcing and logistics decisions.

Ready to Ship?

Ready to Move
Your Cargo?

Whether it is one container or a recurring trade lane, Syqora Group has the FMC license, the carrier relationships, and the operational team to move it right. Cut costs, not corners.

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