Flexport Ocean Timeliness Indicator
Flexport’s Ocean Timeliness Indicator illustrates the transit time between the cargo ready date at an exporter’s factory or warehouse and the container’s departure from the destination ocean port.
The most automated ocean forwarder
Flexport's AI-powered platform automates the costliest, most time-consuming parts of ocean freight forwarding.
Built for ocean freight at every scale
Ready to scale
Built for ocean freight shippers of every size, from small e-commerce merchants to the largest BCOs managing carrier-direct contracts. By volume we rank among the top 5 ocean forwarders on the world's largest trade lane — and we're the only top-100 forwarder founded in the digital age.
The pioneers in ocean visibility
Flexport pioneered live container tracking over a decade ago and has led ever since. Our AI-powered platform delivers SKU-level visibility and intelligent shipment search across your entire portfolio, including shipments with other forwarders and direct carrier contracts.
AI-powered cost savings
We deploy advanced logistics AI to eliminate costly manual work. Machine learning continuously scans for available capacity at the lowest cost within your required transit times, and when exceptions arise our experienced operations team steps in to keep your cargo moving.
Measurable gains from AI-driven forwarding
10%: Reduction in ocean freight spend experienced by users of Flexport's AI-powered freight consolidations.
33%: Improvement in on-time performance versus industry average, thanks to our machine-learning-based planning system.
25%: Reduction in detention and demurrage charges from our AI-driven container monitoring and drayage execution system.
A carrier network as vast as the ocean
Our carrier relationships mean faster access to available space and sailings — and the ideal blend of cost and transit time for every lane.
Your end-to-end ocean freight command center
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The New Flexport Platform surfaces the most critical updates so you never miss a step, and lets you locate any shipment in an instant. A customizable analytics hub monitors your supply chain in a single pane of glass — active shipments, purchase orders, exceptions, declarations, 90-day trends, container utilization, and more.
Reliable transit times for better planning
Plan your supply chain with confidence using Flexport's estimated transit times, determined with machine-learning models for greater reliability and accuracy — viewable alongside carrier-provided times. Industry-leading carrier integrations also mean faster pricing turnarounds, quicker Shipping Order (SO) releases, and predictive transit times you can forecast against.
An entire sea of ocean freight software and services in one place
We're a one-stop shop for all your shipment needs. From less-than-container load and buyer's consolidation to booking management and order management, Flexport connects every piece of your shipment on one dedicated platform. Your supply chain deserves more than the chaos of disconnected systems.
Full container load (FCL)
One shipment fills an entire container — dedicated space, better security, and faster handling.
Less than container load (LCL)
A cost-effective option where smaller shipments share container space, with costs based on volume or weight.
Buyer's consolidation (BC)
Combine cargo from multiple suppliers or orders into one container to reduce costs and simplify shipping.
Order management (OM)
End-to-end handling of customer orders, from entry to delivery, for a streamlined, hands-off experience.
Reliable and cost-effective ocean shipping powered by AI
Flexport Ocean Freight delivers reliable, on-time shipping and competitive rates across 16 trade lanes — even in unpredictable market conditions. Our AI-powered Fulfillment Management and routing automation balance cost, transit time, and your business preferences to reduce manual work and sharpen decision-making at every step.
Streamlining freight operations with workflow management
Our Workflow Management tool centralizes carrier bookings, customs, documentation, and multimodal coordination, while AI-driven automation eliminates repetitive tasks. By automating 50% of work items, we free our operations team to focus on what matters most: quality assurance and exceptional client care.
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Frequently asked questions
What is Flexport Ocean Freight?
Flexport Ocean Freight is a global shipping solution that helps businesses move ocean cargo efficiently across international trade lanes. It combines ocean carrier partnerships, real-time tracking, and digital logistics tools in one platform.
What types of containers or shipments does Flexport support?
Flexport supports Full Container Load (FCL) and Less-than-Container Load (LCL) ocean shipments. You can choose the option that best fits your cargo size, budget, and timeline.
How does Flexport provide visibility into my ocean shipments?
All ocean shipments are visible through the Flexport Platform, which offers end-to-end tracking, milestone updates, and data on estimated times of arrival, documents, and customs status.
What are Flexport's main trade lanes and service coverage?
Flexport offers coverage on major global trade routes, including Trans-Pacific, Trans-Atlantic, Asia–Europe, and intra-Asia lanes. Specific routes and schedules can be viewed within the Flexport Platform.
How much does Flexport Ocean Freight cost?
You can talk to our team of logistics experts for quotes and personalized service. Contact us today.