What is CBM?
Cubic metres: length × width × height in metres. A 20ft container holds about 33 CBM, a 40ft about 67 CBM. Sea freight is priced on it.
NSL FREIGHT GAME
Fill the Box
Can you load a 20ft container like a freight forwarder? Fill the space, stay under 28 tonnes, protect fragile cargo and plan an LCL load for two ports.
- 20ft container
- 3 levels
- About 4 minutes
FCL or LCL?
FCL means the whole container is yours. LCL means you share it and pay only for your CBM. Under about 15 CBM, LCL is usually cheaper. LCL service
Why stowage matters
Heavy cargo low, fragile cargo on top and each port's cargo near the door when it comes off. Good planning prevents damage and delays.
