International maritime business refers to the cargo transportation activities carried out on the sea, including ship transportation, cargo handling, Marine insurance, customs, inspection and quarantine services. Since the ocean runs through the world, the international shipping business is also a global transportation industry. International shipping business is usually the main mode of transportation of large goods and trade, and plays a vital role in promoting international trade, economic development and cultural exchanges between countries.
1. Ship transport
Ship transport is the core part of the international maritime business and plays a very important role in international trade. Ship transport is characterized by the ability to transport a large number of goods at the same time, making the cost lower than other means of transport, transport efficiency is also high. Transportation routes usually include ocean lines, offshore lines, inland lines, coastal lines, etc., which can be selected according to different transportation needs.
2. Container transportation
Container transport is a common form of ship transport, and it is also an important part of international shipping business. The container has a unified size and stacking mode, which greatly improves the loading and unloading efficiency, reduces the loss rate of goods, and can protect the safety of goods more effectively. Compared with traditional ship transportation, container transportation saves time, cost and manpower.
Iii. Cargo handling
Cargo handling is another important part of the international maritime business. In the cargo handling process, it is usually necessary to use a variety of equipment, such as cranes, trailers and gantry cranes. The loading and unloading process requires attention to the safety and protection of the goods to avoid damage or loss of the goods.
Iv. Marine Insurance
In the international shipping business, Marine insurance is a very important service. Marine insurance is generally divided into three types, including total loss, war risks and transport risks. The purpose of Marine insurance is to protect the safety of the cargo and to pay out in case of accidental damage to the cargo.
5. Customs, inspection and quarantine services
Services such as customs, inspection and quarantine are procedures that must be performed when goods are imported and exported. National customs plays an important role in the legality of inbound and outbound goods. Export enterprises shall comply with import and export regulations and go through all export procedures. Import enterprises need to declare in advance, carry out customs declaration and pay tariffs and other fees.
To sum up, the international maritime business is a complex and huge industry, covering ship transport, container transport, cargo handling, Marine insurance, customs inspection and quarantine and other services. As a global transportation industry, it plays a vital role in international trade, economic development and cultural exchanges.
