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Answer: Sea shipping is very important the past, present, and future in the international trade system. It is the only transportation method that offers longer transit times and lower shipping costs compared to other modes of transportation. In comparison to air freight, ocean shipping caters to customers with larger shipment volumes and longer acceptable transit times. How is ocean shipping billed? LCL ocean shipping starts at a minimum of 0.3 cubic meters, with an additional RM50 delivery fee for shipments below 1 cubic meter. Weight limits for ocean shipping: 0.3 cubic meters: 150 kilograms 0.5 cubic meters: 250 kilograms 1 cubic meter: 500 kilograms Types of ocean shipping: LCL (Less than Container Load) consolidation (suitable for customers with smaller shipment volumes) FCL (Full Container Load) (suitable for customers with larger shipment volumes that can fill a 20/40-foot container) Types of containers: 20-foot containers (typically hold up to 20 tons of cargo with a volume of 28 cubic meters) 40-foot high cube containers (typically hold up to 28 tons of cargo with a volume of 68–72 cubic meters) Estimated transit time is between 14 to 25 working days, excluding weather, customs inspections, and holiday impacts. ***Singapore Sea shipping does not include a 7% GST (Goods and Services Tax).