Over 80% of global trade moves by sea. This course gives logistics professionals a deep, operational understanding of ocean freight — from booking a container to managing port operations and navigating the complexities of maritime trade.

What you'll learn: • Ocean freight fundamentals: FCL vs. LCL, RORO, breakbulk, and container types • Booking process: working with freight forwarders, NVOCCs, and ocean carriers • Port operations: terminal processes, berth scheduling, and container yard management • Bill of Lading: types, functions, legal obligations, and common errors to avoid • Ocean freight rate structures: base rates, surcharges (BAF, CAF, PSS), and spot vs. contract • Vessel tracking, ETA management, and demurrage & detention avoidance • Port congestion strategies: proactive planning and contingency rerouting • Shipping alliances and their impact on capacity, reliability, and pricing • Managing ocean freight for imports and exports across major trade lanes

Built for freight forwarders, import/export managers, supply chain analysts, and logistics professionals handling containerized or bulk ocean cargo.