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Voltim Global

Sea Freight

Sea Freight

International Sea Freight

Voltim Global provides FCL (Full Container Load) and LCL (Less than Container Load) ocean freight services on all major port routes worldwide. Building on our international operations since 2014 and an extensive global agent network, we move your cargo with competitive rates, reliable sailing schedules and dependable transit times.

FCL and LCL Solutions

For full-container shipments we offer 20' / 40' standard, 40' High Cube, reefer (refrigerated), open-top, flat-rack and special-equipment containers. For less-than-container loads, consolidation services planned according to demand provide a flexible and economical solution. Vehicles and machinery move via RoRo, while oversized pieces ship as Break Bulk.

Service Scope

  • Sailings on Europe, Far East, Americas, Africa and Middle East routes, arranged with partner carriers on request
  • FCL and LCL consolidation through our partner network
  • Reefer container cold chain logistics
  • Daily container follow-up and daily status reports
  • Port handling, transhipment and crossover operations
  • Integrated customs brokerage and marine cargo insurance
  • Incoterms 2020 compliant documentation

Why Voltim?

With offices in Mersin, Istanbul, Moscow and Budapest we provide single-point coordination across the Turkey–Europe–CIS corridor. ISO 28000 supply chain security, ISO 50001 energy management and ISO 14001 environmental management (whose scope includes sea freight) certifications support transparency and accountability at every stage.

Related Services

For a sea freight quote, contact us or browse our complete service portfolio.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between FCL and LCL sea freight, and which should I choose?
FCL (Full Container Load) assigns an entire container to a single shipper, while LCL (Less than Container Load) consolidates cargo from multiple shippers in one container. FCL suits volumes large enough to fill a container; for smaller shipments, LCL consolidation is the more economical and flexible option. Voltim Global arranges both models on major port routes worldwide through its agent network.
Which routes and regions does Voltim's sea freight service cover?
Voltim Global arranges sailings on Europe, Far East, Americas, Africa and Middle East routes with partner carriers, planned according to demand. Offices in Mersin, Istanbul, Moscow and Budapest provide single-point coordination across the Turkey–Europe–CIS corridor, while a global agent network built since 2014 enables FCL and LCL shipments on all major port routes worldwide.
How are sea freight rates determined?
Sea freight rates are determined by the shipping mode (FCL or LCL), the container type and size (20'/40' standard, 40' High Cube, reefer, open top, flat rack), the route and port pair, and the cargo volume. Thanks to its global agent network, Voltim Global offers competitive rates; for a current, shipment-specific price, request a quote via the contact page.
Can refrigerated goods, vehicles or oversized cargo be shipped by sea?
Yes. Refrigerated cargo moves in reefer containers as part of cold chain logistics, while open-top and flat-rack containers handle non-standard dimensions. Vehicles and machinery are shipped via RoRo services, and oversized pieces travel as Break Bulk. For out-of-gauge (OOG) loads and special projects, sea freight integrates with Voltim's project cargo service.
Can additional services such as customs clearance, cargo insurance and shipment tracking be included with sea freight?
Yes. Sea freight can be combined with customs clearance via our contracted customs brokers and with marine cargo insurance arranged through partner insurers, and documentation is managed in compliance with Incoterms 2020. Throughout the operation your shipment is followed daily and you receive daily status reports, while port handling, transhipment and crossover operations are also within scope. Door-to-door solutions integrated with road transport are available as well.

Other Services

Voltim's complete end-to-end logistics solutions

Air Freight
Air Freight

Airport-to-airport or door-to-door air freight with partner airlines and air cargo agents: general and urgent cargo, dangerous goods (DGR) and project spare parts, with customs and road connections handled from a single point of contact.

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Road Transport
Road Transport

TIR and groupage road logistics across Turkey, Europe and Central Asia — contracted carriers, daily tracking and ADR shipments with certified partners.

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Customs Brokerage
Customs Brokerage

Import, export and transit declarations handled by our contracted licensed customs brokers at Turkish customs gates.

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Warehousing & Distribution
Warehousing & Distribution

Warehousing through our partner warehouses — climate-controlled options, cross-docking, pick-pack and end-to-end distribution.

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Logistics Insurance
Logistics Insurance

All Risks marine, CMR, warehouse, project cargo and valuable cargo insurance, arranged through partner insurance companies.

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Project Cargo
Project Cargo

End-to-end management of heavy, oversized and special equipment cargo — feasibility, permits, transport and assembly coordination.

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Cold Chain Logistics
Cold Chain Logistics

End-to-end cold chain logistics for food, pharmaceuticals and sensitive products, carried out with partners holding the relevant certificates.

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Hazardous Materials (ADR)
Hazardous Materials (ADR)

Dangerous goods transport (ADR Class 1-9) planned by Voltim and carried out with partners holding the required ADR certificates.

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Real-Time Tracking
Real-Time Tracking

Follow your cargo via driver location from our mobile app, your customer panel and daily status reports — reachable 24/7.

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Import Customs Clearance
Import Customs Clearance

Import declarations, HS code classification, customs lane tracking and inspection management at Turkish customs gates via our contracted customs brokers.

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Export Customs Clearance
Export Customs Clearance

Export declarations, ATR, EUR.1 origin certificates and VAT refund — full export operations support.

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Transit Customs
Transit Customs

TIR carnet, NCTS T1/T2 transit declarations and ATA carnet — Europe-Turkey-CIS transit operations.

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Bonded Warehouse Operations
Bonded Warehouse Operations

Storage in partner bonded warehouses (types A, B, C, E) and free-zone facilities, with handling and inward-processing operations.

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Trade Regulatory Consulting
Trade Regulatory Consulting

HS code, product requirements, trade agreements and control lists — sector-specific trade consulting.

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Tax & Exemptions
Tax & Exemptions

Inward processing, VAT refund and tariff exemption management — tax optimisation and correction processes.

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Digital Customs and BILGE NCTS Login
Digital Customs and BILGE NCTS Login

BILGE and NCTS digital customs explained, with declarations handled via our contracted customs brokers.

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Marine Cargo (All Risks) Insurance
Marine Cargo (All Risks) Insurance

All Risks (ICC A) marine cargo insurance — damage, loss, theft and natural disaster coverage in sea and road transport.

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CMR Insurance
CMR Insurance

CMR carrier-liability insurance for international road transport — 8.33 SDR/kg limit, with delay and special clauses.

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Warehouse Insurance
Warehouse Insurance

Comprehensive coverage for stocks in bonded and standard warehouses — fire, flood, earthquake, theft and electrical fault.

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Project Cargo Insurance
Project Cargo Insurance

DSU, ALOP, EAR-clause project cargo insurance for industrial projects, power plants and wind turbines — risk-engineered.

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International Transport Insurance
International Transport Insurance

Single-policy All Risks cover for multimodal sea-and-road shipments, arranged through partner insurers — open cover annual policies and door-to-door protection.

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Valuable Cargo Insurance
Valuable Cargo Insurance

All Risks insurance with expert valuation for art, antiques, precious metals and high-value electronics, arranged through partner insurers.

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Insurance Policy Management
Insurance Policy Management

Insurance cover arranged through partner insurance companies and agencies, with policy follow-up and claims support from a single point of contact.

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International Road Freight
International Road Freight

Full and partial truckload services between Turkey, Europe, Russia and CIS countries.

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Full Truckload (FTL)
Full Truckload (FTL)

Direct, scheduled delivery of single-customer loads to the consignee location.

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Less Than Truckload (LTL)
Less Than Truckload (LTL)

Economical, controlled groupage services for small-volume shipments, planned according to demand.

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Oversized & Heavy Cargo
Oversized & Heavy Cargo

Special permits, route planning and escort organisation across the entire process.

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Project Logistics
Project Logistics

Tailored transport planning for energy, industrial, construction and infrastructure projects.

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Nuclear Project Transportation
Nuclear Project Transportation

Site access, vehicle tracking and delivery management for high-precision projects.

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Container Transportation
Container Transportation

Container operations between ports, warehouses, factories and project sites.

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Bonded & Transit Transport
Bonded & Transit Transport

Support for T1 organisation, guarantee and document coordination processes.

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Port and Site Delivery
Port and Site Delivery

Secure delivery from ports to warehouses, bonded warehouses, factories or project sites.

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Crane & Forklift Operations
Crane & Forklift Operations

Equipment-supported organisation for loading, unloading and on-site operations.

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Daily Vehicle Tracking & Reporting
Daily Vehicle Tracking & Reporting

Vehicle position tracking and regular client communication throughout the shipment.

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Forklift Rental
Forklift Rental

12-tonne diesel forklift rental: loading, unloading and handling at construction sites, ports, factories and open storage yards; with or without operator.

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Door-to-Door Delivery
Door-to-Door Delivery

End-to-end management from pickup point to final delivery address.

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Freight from Russia to Türkiye and the Akkuyu NPP Supply Corridor
Freight from Russia to Türkiye and the Akkuyu NPP Supply Corridor

Supply logistics from Russia to Akkuyu NPP: Tuapse–Taşucu RoRo, road via Upper Lars or Iran, customs clearance in Taşucu and delivery to site.

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Turkey–Iran Road Freight: FTL and LTL Trucking to and from Iran
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Europe to Iran Trucking via Turkey: the Kapıkule–Gürbulak Route

Truck transport from the EU to Iran through Turkey: Kapıkule entry, Gürbulak–Bazargan exit, TIR or T1 transit and EU loading run by our Budapest office.

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Russia to Iran Road Freight via Georgia and Turkey
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Road freight from Russia to Iran via Verkhniy Lars, Georgia, Sarp and Gürbulak–Bazargan under a TIR carnet, with loading coordinated by our Moscow office.

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Russia–Iran–Turkey Transit Freight: Russia to Mersin by Road
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Bonded road transit from Russia through Iran to Mersin, Turkey: 24 trips dispatched from 15+ Russian cities between 19 August and 30 September 2026.

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