International Ocean Freight Services
WCM Worldwide is an FMC-licensed Non-Vessel Operating Common Carrier (NVOCC) operating across 97 countries and more. Through a network of 496 offices and a team that carries over 100 years of combined experience, WCM manages full container load, less-than-container-load, buyer's consolidation , and charter ocean freight on every major trade lane. Our service contracts with all major carriers give every WCM client a competitive advantage that standard freight brokers cannot replicate.
What It Means to Ship with an FMC-Licensed NVOCC
A Non-Vessel Operating Common Carrier holds its own license issued by the Federal Maritime Commission, the US government authority that regulates international ocean shipping. This licensing means WCM negotiates service contracts directly with carriers, issues its own House Bills of Lading, and carries direct carrier liability on every shipment it manages. Clients who ship through WCM are not dealing with a middleman passing instructions to a carrier. They are working with a principal who has contractual standing and rate access at the carrier level.
That distinction matters when space is tight, when rates shift, or when a shipment needs a routing change with 24 hours' notice. WCM's contract relationships with carriers, including MSC, Maersk, CMA CGM, Hapag-Lloyd, and COSCO, provide the leverage to move cargo when others cannot.
Ocean Freight Services
Full Container Load (FCL)
FCL shipments dedicate a complete 20-foot or 40-foot container to a single shipper's cargo. WCM manages FCL bookings on all active trade lanes and delivers competitive pricing through service contracts on every lane.
Less-Than-Container-Load (LCL)
LCL consolidation lets shippers pay only for the volume or weight they use. WCM’s consolidation network supports reliable transit performance and flexibility for fluctuating volumes.
Buyer's Consolidation
WCM coordinates multi-vendor pickups and consolidates cargo at origin into a single inbound shipment, reducing per-unit cost and simplifying documentation and visibility.
Charter Vessel Solutions
For oversized equipment, bulk commodities, and time-critical project cargo, WCM secures full and partial charters and aligns vessel selection with engineering-grade planning.
Foreign-to-Foreign Ocean Freight
WCM coordinates ocean shipments between international ports outside the United States using a global office network, with the same dedicated account management standards.
The Marco Polo Line Partnership
WCM's tenured partnership with The Marco Polo Line Group adds capacity, pricing leverage, and routing strength on key international trade lanes. Clients shipping on lanes covered by the Marco Polo partnership consistently benefit from more competitive rates and more reliable space allocation than the open market provides.
Who Trusts WCM with Ocean Freight
WCM's client base includes Stolt Tank Containers, ME Elecmetal, and Arkonik LTD, organizations whose freight complexity demands more than a standard carrier relationship. That operational culture is what WCM calls its YES I CAN commitment.
Leadership Behind the Service
WCM's ocean freight operations are led by professionals with careers built at FedEx Logistics, CEVA, COSCO, CMA CGM, and Kuehne and Nagel. Jim Rinchiuso, WCM's VP of Global Procurement and former Managing Director of Global Ocean at FedEx Logistics, oversees carrier negotiations and network development across the full WCM trade lane portfolio. Learn more about the team.
How it works
Origin, destination, cargo type, volume, and required schedule or delivery window.
FCL, LCL, buyer’s consolidation, charter, or foreign-to-foreign routing based on your requirements.
Carrier booking, House Bill of Lading, and milestone coordination handled with carrier-level standing.
Proactive oversight when space tightens or routing changes—protecting your timeline and cost.
Request an Ocean Freight Quote
Tell WCM about your cargo, trade lane, and timeline. A senior WCM representative will respond with a tailored solution. Whether you are moving standard containers, consolidating multi-vendor inbound freight, or planning a charter for a project shipment, WCM has the contracts, network, and expertise to deliver.
Call: (800) 209-5601 | Email: info@wcmchs.com
Why choose WCM for Ocean Freight
Ocean freight reliability is determined by carrier access, documentation control, and the ability to secure space when markets tighten. As an FMC-licensed NVOCC, WCM operates with contractual standing and direct carrier relationships, giving clients leverage that standard freight brokers cannot replicate.
Carrier-level leverage when capacity is tight
WCM’s NVOCC licensing and service contracts provide direct rate access and stronger options when space constraints or market volatility impact schedules. This matters most when a shipment needs a last-minute routing change or when reliable allocation beats the open market.
FAQ
A Non-Vessel Operating Common Carrier holds its own FMC license, maintains independent service contracts with ocean carriers, and issues its own House Bills of Lading. This gives WCM direct carrier liability and greater rate negotiating power than a standard freight forwarder, which typically acts as an agent without carrier status.
FCL dedicates an entire 20-foot or 40-foot container to one shipper. LCL allows multiple shippers to share container space, with each paying only for their volume or weight. FCL is generally more cost-effective above 15 CBM and reduces transit variability. LCL suits smaller shipments where the volume does not justify the cost of a dedicated container.
WCM holds service contracts with all major ocean carriers including MSC, Maersk, CMA CGM, Hapag-Lloyd, and COSCO. WCM is carrier-neutral, meaning every routing recommendation is based on what is best for the shipment.
Yes. WCM manages out-of-gauge and heavy lift cargo that exceeds standard container profiles, including flat-rack, open-top, and breakbulk vessel solutions through its specialized project cargo team.
Yes. WCM coordinates origin-to-destination ocean shipments between international ports, with local coordination provided through its 496-office global network.
