Customs Clearance | International trade with time-sensitive goods | Freight Forwarder-managed Customs Clearance (Incoterms DAP) ▲ Advanced: Priority processing (48hr vs industry 72hr) | Faster clearance (▲ Advanced reduces delays) Single-point accountability | Dependency on forwarder’s efficiency Additional fees for Advanced tier |
Cargo Type Handling | Mixed shipments (general + dangerous goods) | Certified for IMO Class 3-9 Dangerous Goods (UN Regulations) General cargo: 500kg–10t payload | Versatile for diverse shipments Advanced: Dedicated dangerous goods lanes | Higher insurance costs for hazardous items Stricter documentation requirements |
Shipping Speed | Urgent LCL deliveries to NZ | Express Transit Time: 14–18 Days (Industry: 21–25 Days) ▲ Advanced: Guaranteed 14-day SLA with penalties | Quicker delivery for perishables/seasonal goods ▲ Advanced: Air-sea hybrid routes | Cost premium for express service Risk of capacity constraints in peak seasons |
Cost Efficiency | Budget-conscious bulk LCL shipping | Base: $2.8/kg (Industry Standard: $3.2/kg) Advanced: $3.5/kg with full tracking & insurance | Competitive pricing for Base tier ▲ Advanced: Bundled insurance reduces hidden costs | Limited tracking on Base tier Advanced requires minimum shipment volume (5m³+) |
Safety Compliance | Regulated/government shipments | ISO 9001 Certified Packing + IMO Compliance (Advanced: Real-time cargo monitoring) | Minimized cargo loss/damage claims ▲ Advanced: 99.8% on-time delivery accuracy | Compliance adds logistical complexity Advanced sensors increase per-shipment costs |
Service Flexibility | Small businesses with variable LCL needs | Flexible Booking (1–30m³) ▲ Advanced: 24/7 port pickup + door-to-door delivery | Scalable for fluctuating demand ▲ Advanced: Eliminates last-mile coordination | Base: Fixed port-to-port only Advanced requires 72hr advance notice for pickups |