OPS Line UK – Ocean Freight Management

OPS Line UK, Ocean Freight Management refers to the systematic planning, coordination, and execution of cargo transportation via ocean vessels. It involves managing end-to-end logistics and operational activities required to move goods efficiently from the shipper to the final consignee.

OPS Line specializes in:

• Freight booking with shipping lines

• Carrier and route selection

• Documentation management

• Cargo consolidation

• Export customs compliance

• Ocean freight execution and monitoring

• Supply chain visibility

1. Door-to-Port Ocean Freight Shipping Process (OPS Line Managed)

In a Door-to-Port shipment, OPS Line UK manages the complete logistics process from the shipper’s premises up to the destination port. Import clearance and onward delivery are handled by the buyer.

Step-by-Step Process

1. Order Confirmation & Pre-Shipment Planning
OPS Line UK coordinates shipment planning after order confirmation and ensures compliance with export and shipping requirements.

Documents Used:

• Commercial Invoice

• Packing List

• Sales Contract / Purchase Order

• Shipping Instructions (SI)

• Booking Confirmation

• Export License (if required)

2. Cargo Pickup from Shipper’s Door
Cargo is collected from the shipper’s warehouse or factory and prepared for transportation.

Documents Used:

• Truck Waybill / Transport Note

• Pickup Order

• Container Loading Sheet (for FCL)

3. Inland Transportation to Port of Loading
Cargo is transported to the port of loading and containers are gated in at the terminal.

Documents Used:

• Gate-In Receipt

• Equipment Interchange Receipt (EIR)

• Booking Confirmation

4. Export Customs Clearance (Origin)
OPS Line UK ensures export customs clearance in compliance with local regulations.

Documents Used:

• Commercial Invoice

• Packing List

• Export Customs Declaration

• Certificate of Origin (if required)

• Inspection / Phytosanitary Certificate / MSDS (if applicable)

5. Port Handling & Vessel Loading
Cargo is handled at the port terminal and loaded onto the scheduled vessel.

Documents Used:

• Mate’s Receipt

• Terminal Handling Receipt

6. Bill of Lading Issuance
After vessel sailing, OPS Line arranges issuance of the Bill of Lading and shares shipping details with the consignee.

Documents Used:

• Bill of Lading (Original / Seaway / Telex Release)

• Freight Invoice

• Shipping Advice to Consignee

7. Ocean Freight – Main Carriage
Cargo is transported by sea from the port of loading to the destination port under OPS Line supervision.

Documents Used:

• Bill of Lading

• Cargo Insurance Policy (if CIF terms apply)

8. Arrival at Destination Port
Upon arrival, the carrier issues arrival notifications and files the manifest with port authorities.

Documents Used:

• Arrival Notice

• Bill of Lading

• Cargo Manifest (filed by carrier)

Responsibility Split (Door-to-Port – OPS Line)

• Pickup & Inland Transport (Origin) – Seller

• Export Customs Clearance – Seller

• Ocean Freight – Seller

• Insurance (CIF only) – Seller

• Import Customs Clearance – Buyer

• Destination Port Charges – Buyer

• Delivery from Destination Port – Buyer

Common Incoterms Used (Door-to-Port)

• CFR (Cost & Freight): Seller pays ocean freight; buyer arranges insurance

• CIF (Cost, Insurance & Freight): Seller pays ocean freight and insurance

2. Port-to-Door Ocean Freight Shipping Process (OPS Line UK Managed)

In a Port-to-Door shipment, OPS Line manages cargo from the origin port to the consignee’s final destination. Inland transportation at origin and destination is handled by the shipper and consignee respectively.

Step-by-Step Process

1. Booking with Shipping Line
The shipper or freight forwarder books cargo space with the shipping line and receives a booking confirmation.

2. Cargo Preparation
The shipper prepares the cargo, ensuring proper packing and documentation.

3. Shipping Instructions
Shipping Instructions (SI) are submitted to the shipping line to prepare the Bill of Lading.

4. Export Customs Clearance
Export customs clearance is completed at the origin country using required documents.

5. Gate-In & Vessel Loading
The container is gated into the port terminal and loaded onto the vessel.

6. Bill of Lading Issuance
After vessel departure, the shipping line issues the Bill of Lading.

7. Sea Transit
The vessel sails from the origin port to the destination port under OPS Line supervision.

8. Arrival at Destination Port
The shipping line issues an Arrival Notice. The consignee completes import customs clearance and arranges inland delivery.

Documents Used (Port-to-Door)

• Booking Confirmation

• Commercial Invoice

• Packing List

• Shipping Instructions

• Export Declaration / Shipping Bill

• Bill of Lading

• Arrival Notice

• Delivery Order

Summary – Ocean Freight Management Process (OPS Line UK)