Atlantic Pacific Lines
FCL & LCL Shipping Breakbulk & Heavy Lift RoRo Cargo Solutions Bill of Lading Management Door-to-Door Delivery Cargo Insurance Coverage Customs & Compliance Air Freight Solutions IATA Certified Hazardous Cargo ITAR Registered C-TPAT Certified TSA Approved FCL & LCL Shipping Breakbulk & Heavy Lift RoRo Cargo Solutions Bill of Lading Management Door-to-Door Delivery Cargo Insurance Coverage Customs & Compliance Air Freight Solutions IATA Certified Hazardous Cargo ITAR Registered C-TPAT Certified TSA Approved
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At Atlantic Pacific Lines, we move the world with smart and seamless logistics.

With over 30 years of shaping how U.S. companies move freight across every ocean and border, Atlantic Pacific Lines delivers the carrier relationships, compliance infrastructure, and documentation precision that modern global trade demands. FMC Licensed, IATA Certified, TSA Approved. Built for what comes next.

APL Global Logistics Operations
30+
Years of FMC Experience
150+
Trade Lanes Served
1M+
TEUs Managed

Trusted by Industry Leaders

FMC-licensed NVOCC since 1995 and IATA certified since 2012, operating under full regulatory compliance on every shipment.

Expert Handling and Clearance

In-house documentation with ISF 10+2, AMS, ICS2, and AES filing, plus licensed U.S. customs clearance on every booking.

Digital Logistics Platform

Real-time visibility, instant rate access, and live shipment tracking through APL's proprietary Transportation Management System.

Atlantic Pacific Lines
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Ocean Freight

Full Container Load and Less Than Container Load Ocean Freight. Your cargo holds guaranteed space even when carriers tighten capacity, because Atlantic Pacific Lines books against direct service contracts with major ocean carriers across 150+ trade lanes. Every shipment moves on an individual House Bill of Lading with Customs filing built into the booking workflow, so compliance is handled before your container reaches the port. APL covers FCL and LCL ocean freight end-to-end, with 99%+ of controllable shipments delivered free of demurrage and detention.

Our Services

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Air Freight [ 02 ]
Land Freight [ 03 ]
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Our Platform

AI-powered Transportation Management System

Atlantic Pacific Lines clients access Real-time visibility, instant rate access, and live shipment tracking through APL's proprietary Transportation Management System.

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Instant Rate Search

Compare live ocean and air freight rates across 30+ carriers in under 30 seconds.

Live Shipment Tracking

Real-time container and AWB visibility from booking confirmation through final delivery.

24/7 Dedicated Support

APL logistics specialists are available around the clock for rate, routing, and compliance queries.

KPI Dashboards and Custom Reporting

Atlantic Pacific Lines gives BCOs and shippers full visibility into freight spend and carrier performance. Custom KPI dashboards report on-time delivery, demurrage and detention exposure, lane-level cost, and exception trends, so procurement and logistics teams can defend every dollar of their transportation budget. Reporting is configured to your accounts, lanes, and review cadence.

End-to-End
Logistics

We handle every link in your supply chain.

Atlantic Pacific Lines manages ocean, air, land, and compliance under one relationship, so no milestone is left to a handoff between unconnected providers.

From origin booking to destination delivery, every document, every carrier, and every compliance requirement is owned and executed by Atlantic Pacific Lines. One provider. Every link. No gaps.

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Docs & Compliance

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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about our logistics services, certifications, and how Atlantic Pacific Lines operates.

Need a custom solution?

Our logistics specialists are available to design tailored freight programs for complex operations.

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What services does Atlantic Pacific Lines offer? +
Atlantic Pacific Lines provides full-spectrum international freight forwarding including FCL and LCL ocean freight, air freight forwarding, port drayage, over-the-road trucking, transloading and warehousing, U.S. customs clearance, project cargo logistics, refrigerated cargo shipping, hazardous materials forwarding, and cargo insurance. As an FMC-licensed NVOCC since 1995 and IATA-certified, APL manages every mode and every compliance requirement under one account.
How can I get a shipping quote? +
Shippers can request a quote directly through atlanticpacificlines.com/contact or access real-time freight rates through APL's AI-powered rate management platform. Provide origin, destination, commodity, weight or volume, and preferred mode. Atlantic Pacific Lines responds with ocean FCL, LCL, and air rate options within 24 hours for standard freight and within 2 hours for urgent air freight requests.
Do you handle customs clearance and compliance? +
Yes. Atlantic Pacific Lines is a C-TPAT certified, ITAR-registered, and DFARS-compliant customs broker providing full U.S. import and export compliance. Services include ISF 10+2 filing at 48-hour lead time, HTS 10-digit classification review on every entry, CBP examination coordination, First Sale valuation advisory, and duty drawback identification for qualifying import programs.
What is the difference between FCL and LCL shipping? +
FCL means your cargo occupies a dedicated container from origin to destination without co-loading with other shippers. It is faster, more secure, and cost-effective for shipments above approximately 15 CBM. LCL consolidates your cargo with other shippers in a shared container and is appropriate for smaller volumes. Atlantic Pacific Lines handles both under its FMC NVOCC license, issuing individual House Bills of Lading for each LCL consignment.
How can I track my shipment in real time? +
Atlantic Pacific Lines provides event-level shipment tracking from booking confirmation through final delivery. Ocean containers are tracked by House Bill of Lading number with milestone notifications at vessel departure, arrival, customs clearance, and delivery. Air shipments are tracked against AWB milestones, including departure, transshipment, and customs release. Real-time rate and tracking access are available through the APL rate management platform for all our clients.
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Latest Industry Insights

Expert perspectives on freight markets, logistics strategy, trade compliance, and supply chain technology.

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Understanding the Ocean Bill of Lading: Types, Requirements, and Process

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Ocean Freight Cargo Insurance: What Is Covered and What Is Not

Learn what ocean freight cargo insurance covers, what it excludes, and how shippers can manage General Average and claim risks before cargo moves.

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Out of Gauge Cargo Shipping: What Shippers Must Plan Before Booking Ocean Freight

Learn how shippers should plan out of gauge cargo before booking ocean freight, from dimensions and inland transport to carrier approval and visibility.

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