NCBFAA
The Voice
of America's Customs Brokers and Freight Forwarders
NVOCC
(Non-Vessel Operating Common Carrier)
Smaller shippers, with
less-than-containerload (LCL) shipments, can take advantage of the
lower costs associated with being a big shipper. Non-vessel
operating common carriers (NVOCCs) book space on steamships in
large quantities at lower rates and sell space to shippers in
smaller amounts. NVOCCs consolidate small shipments into
containerloads that move under one bill of lading. More favorable
rates are passed on to the shipper. Services typically offered by
NVOCCs, in addition to customary services provided by freight
forwarders, are:
- Consolidation of freight,
and
- Financial liability for goods due
to loss or damage during transport.
NVOCCs operate as carriers and
should be evaluated by applying the same service, price, and
delivery standards.
For more
information:
The National Customs Brokers & Forwarders
Association of America, Inc.
1200 18th Street, N.W., #901 - Washington, DC 20036
Phone (202) 466-0222 ยท Fax (202) 466-0226
E-Mail: staff@ncbfaa.org
