Direct and connected services
Some cargo moves between its origin and destination ports on one vessel. Other shipments change vessels at an intermediate port. Both patterns are part of the way liner shipping networks connect places with different volumes, vessel access and service patterns.
What transshipment means
Transshipment is the transfer of cargo from one vessel to another during the journey. An intermediate hub can connect a regional service with a longer-distance route. The transfer adds another operational step, so the connection is part of the shipment plan rather than an incidental stop.
The role of a feeder
A feeder service links ports within a regional network, often connecting cargo with larger services at a hub. The term describes the service’s role in the network. A specific route, ship or port call should always be checked against current carrier information.
Routes continue inland
A maritime gateway depends on the connections beyond its quay. Roads, railways, coastal links, depots and warehouses connect the port with production and consumption. For a shipper, the useful question is often how the complete chain works, rather than which sea leg is shortest.
Read schedules in context
Estimated arrival and departure times can change. Terminal cut-offs, transfer arrangements and destination availability also affect the practical journey. Use official systems and the transport provider for live shipment information.
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