What does CFS mean in shipping terms?

Container Freight Station
CFS (Container Freight Station) refers to a warehouse where goods belonging to various exporters or importers are consolidated (grouped) or deconsolidated (degrouped) before being exported or after being imported.

What is CFS rate?

The charge assessed for services performed at the origin or destination for loading or unloading of cargo into/from containers at a CFS Container Freight Station.

What is a container cut-off?

Cut-off time (closing time):the latest time a container may be delivered to a terminal for loading to a scheduled barge, vessel, train, or truck. Cut-off Time:Latest possible time the cargo or container may be delivered to the vessel or designated point.

What is CFS clearance?

A CFS is also a place where goods for import and export are stored temporarily. It is an extension of a port or terminal and was conceived with the objective of clearing congestion at India’s ports and terminals.

What is CY and CFS?

In case of international shipping, CY is Container Yard and CFS is Container Freight Station. Container Yard is a place where containers are stored before loading on to the vessel or after unloading from the vessel/ship after it arrives at Port. A Container Yard is primarily used for FCL (Full container load shipment).

What is CFS yard?

In case of international shipping, CY is Container Yard and CFS is Container Freight Station. Container Yard is a place where containers are stored before loading on to the vessel or after unloading from the vessel/ship after it arrives at Port.

Whats a cut off date?

the last date on which it is possible to do something.

What is cut off date in shipping?

The cut-off date is the last date that the container can be returned to the port terminal in order to make the schedule that you requested. It’s usually two days before the expected departure date, but will vary based on the carrier and the port. You can download our full glossary of shipping terms here.

What is a CFS and why is it important?

Chronic Fatigue Syndrome/Myalgic Encephalomyelitis (CFS/ME) is a complex condition that includes a range of symptoms such as debilitating fatigue, sleep disturbances, pain, cognitive dysfunction, headaches, dizziness and sweats. Symptoms vary between individuals and fluctuate in intensity and severity [1].

What is CFS and CY?

CFS stands for Container Freight Station and it is used for LCL shipment, and CY stands for Container Yard and it is used for FCL shipment.