Custom Clearance

Sailing the complexities of international trade requires a thorough understanding of the different regulations and documentation procedures. SDCM’s decade-long experience in customs clearance enables clients to navigate the complex formalities and streamlines the process of import and export ensuring your shipments cross borders with minimal delays.

Expert Knowledge and Compliance.

Expert Knowledge and Compliance.

International trade is governed by regulations which vary from country to country. SDCM’s custom clearance team is proficient with international trade laws and procedures, ensuring all necessary documentation is accurately prepared to minimize unwanted delays and hefty penalties.

Document Management

Custom clearance involves the preparation of various documents including declaration of goods, compliance certificates, invoices, and bills which are mandatory to ship goods across borders.

SDCM’s dedicated documentation team handles all aspects of documentation management ensuring every shipment has accurate documentation and is submitted on time.

Clearance Process Support

SDCM’s extensive network and advanced technology solutions help its customers expedite the customs clearance process in an organized manner. Our proactive approach encompasses the preparation of pre-clearance assessments, digital filling of documents, and real-time tracking of shipments ensuring goods are cleared efficiently and on time.

Tariff and Duty Management

Tariff and duty management is crucial for customs clearance. SDCM provides its customers with expert guidance involved in the classification of goods, valuation, and the accompanying duties and taxes. We educate our clients about potential trade agreements and other cost-saving opportunities optimizing the overall costs involved in the process.

SDCM’s custom clearance services are here to take away the complexities involved in international trade. Customers can navigate the intricacies of customs clearance with confidence and ease enabling your business to thrive in a global marketplace.

Inland Services

Inland services are vital for transporting cargo from ports to their final destinations. SDCM’s inland services are designed to eliminate the gap between marine transport and end customers by offering various activities that improve the overall supply chain efficiency.

Inland services usually involve various stages of transportation including warehousing and storage, custom clearance, distribution, and value-added services. SDCM provides a comprehensive service offering complete control from the moment your cargo arrives at the port till it reaches the final destination.

Key highlights of Inland Services Transportation

Transportation is an indispensable part of Inland services. Based on the cargo’s destination, various transportation models ensure last-mile connectivity anywhere across the country. For long-distance connectivity, SDCM uses rail transportation to save cost and time. Warehousing

SDCM’s strategically located warehouses play a vital role in the supply chain providing extremely convenient storage solutions customized to suit customer needs. Our warehousing solutions include:

  • • Short-term and long-term storage
  • • Temperature controlled storage
  • • Inventory Management
  • • Cross-docking


Custom Clearance and Compliance

SDCM helps its customers easily navigate the complexities of customs regulations with its expert knowledge and know-how.
Our services include:

  • • Documentation
  • • Compliance with local and International regulations
  • • Duty and tax calculations
  • • Inspections and clearance
Advantages of SDCM’s Inland services Expertise and Experience

With over a decade of experience, SDCM brings its expertise and experience ensuring all aspects of the cargo are handled efficiently and on time. Comprehensive
With a fleet of 200+ company-owned vehicles and strategically located warehouses, along with an expert team, SDCM offers a complete solution to manage the entire process from port to customer efficiently, reducing the need for multiple service providers.

Air Freight Services

Air Freight services come in handy when your cargo is time-sensitive and can quickly reach its destination across continents. This mode of transport is the most preferred choice offering unmatched speed and reliability for urgent shipments.
Air Freight services are indispensable for industries dealing with perishable goods, pharmaceuticals, and electronics. It ensures the cargo reaches its destination within hours or days reducing the risks of spoilage, obsolescence, or stock outs. This model of transport is the right choice for industries maintaining lean inventories.

Key Advantages

Speed & Efficiency

Air Freight greatly reduces transit time compared to land or sea making it the top choice for urgent shipments.

Global Connectivity

With a well-connected network or routes, air freight connects even remote locations leveraging international trade.

Reliability

Airlines maintain strict schedules offering reliable on-time delivery services every time.

Security

High level of security measures at airports and during transit time protects your cargo from theft and damage.

Lower Operational Costs

Faster delivery time allows companies to maintain low stocks and reduce warehousing costs drastically


Faster delivery time allows companies to maintain low stocks and reduce warehousing costs drastically

Ocean Transport

Ocean transport or sea freight services are often used when you want a large volume of goods across long distances. SDCM offers a wide range of containers, bulk carriers, and tankers as per customers’ requirements making it an ideal choice for large-scale logistics operations.

When to use Sea Freight services

Bulk Shipments

Sea Freight is the right choice for large quantities of goods which may include raw materials, manufactured products, or commodities.

Non Urgent Deliveries

For shipments that are not time-sensitive, sea freight is the cost-effective method to ship large volumes across continents.

Oversized Cargo

Items too large to be transported via air freight such as machinery, industrial equipment, or vehicles are best transported via sea.

Cost Efficiency

Sea Freight offers the most cost-effective way to save several thousand dollars when compared to other modes of transport


Faster delivery time allows companies to maintain low stocks and reduce warehousing costs drastically

Why SDCM for Sea Freight Services?

Tailored Solutions

SDCM offers customized container options tailored to the specific requirements of your cargo. For supply chains requiring precise delivery schedules, SDCM offers route optimization ensuring your cargo arrives exactly when it is required.

Cost Efficiency and Space Optimization

SDCM can help consolidate your cargo if you have lesser-than-container loads optimizing space and reducing costs. For companies requiring regular shipping needs, SDCM can negotiate better rates and provide consistent availability


Apart from the regular services, SDCM also offers special cargo requirements including temperate-sensitive containers and shipment of hazardous materials that comply with safety regulations and safe handling procedures. SDCM also facilitates multi-modal transport where our expert team can coordinate and organize schedules, and suggest containers that can fit across different transportation methods. SDCM can be your ideal choice if you require specialized cargo requirements, need customized container solutions, face complex supply chain needs or seek cost efficiency. SDCM optimizes the overall shipping process ensuring your cargo is handled with utmost care.

LCL

LCL services are best suited for companies who do not require a full container. Through LCL services companies can transport smaller quantities of goods efficiently without worrying about the costs. LCL allows companies to manage a minimal inventory by enabling smaller and more frequent shipments. It also provides the flexibility to shipping schedules reducing the need for upfront larger expenditures.

SDCM’s Advantages

Efficient Consolidation

SDCM consolidates multiple shipments into a single container, providing excellent cost savings to customers. LCL shipments may face challenges such as longer transit times, higher risk of damage from frequent handling, and delays in customs clearance. SDCM’s expertise greatly reduces the challenges by consolidating your shipments with the right carriers.

Reliable and Regular Departures

With a well-connected network of carriers, SDCM offers regular LCL departures providing flexibility and reliability for your shipping needs. This ensures your goods are transported consistently without unnecessary delays

Unmatched Connectivity

SDCM offers extensive connectivity with global carriers making it possible for your shipments to reach virtually any destination. Through strategic partnerships with major carriers, SDCM can consolidate shipments ensuring seamless transportation between sea, land, and air transport modes.

SDCM’s LCL services are ideal for businesses looking for smaller quantities of goods to be transported efficiently and cost-effectively. SDCM’s reliable departures, customs management, connectivity, and competitive prices make it a perfect choice for small businesses.