Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

A Container Freight Station (CFS) is a facility where cargo is consolidated or deconsolidated before being shipped or after arrival. It supports customs clearance, cargo handling, and temporary storage.

CFS plays a crucial role in streamlining import-export operations by enabling efficient cargo management, reducing congestion at ports, and facilitating faster customs processing.

  • Cargo stuffing and de-stuffing
  • Customs inspection and documentation
  • Temporary storage
  • Cargo consolidation and segregation
  • Transportation coordination
  • Empty container handling & Repairing
  • Hub stuffing for ICD bound cargo

An Inland Container Depot (ICD) is a dry port located away from seaports, handling full container loads (FCL). A CFS is typically near ports and handles less than container loads (LCL), focusing on cargo consolidation and customs clearance.

A bonded warehouse is a secure facility where imported goods are stored without paying customs duties until they are cleared for domestic use or re-exported.

  • De-stuffing of containers
  • Customs clearance and inspection
  • Delivery of cargo to consignees

  • Receipt and storage of export cargo
  • Cargo stuffing into containers
  • Customs documentation and inspection
  • Dispatch to port for shipment

CFS charges refer to fees for services such as cargo handling, storage, customs processing, and documentation. These vary based on cargo type, volume, and duration of storage.

Allcargo Terminals uses advanced surveillance, secure storage systems, and trained personnel to ensure cargo safety and compliance with international standards.

Yes, Allcargo Terminals offers myCFS, a user-friendly digital platform that goes beyond simple Track & Trace. With myCFS, you can:
  • Check the real-time status of your containers
  • Download important customs and operational documents
  • View your invoices and payment details online
  • Book cargo pickup and delivery slots with ease
  • Get timely alerts and notifications on your shipments
With myCFS, you have everything you need to manage your cargo conveniently in one place — saving time and ensuring complete transparency.

Yes, services include packaging, labelling, palletization, and customized logistics solutions to meet specific client needs.

Allcargo Terminals is a market leader in managing specialized and complex cargo types, including:
  • Reefer Containers : All the CFS’s are equipped with sufficient plug points and monitoring systems to ensure safe handling of perishable and temperature-sensitive goods, maintaining cargo integrity throughout its stay.
  • ODC (Over-Dimensional Cargo): Expert handling of oversized cargo with customized equipment, route planning, and safety protocols.
  • Breakbulk Cargo: Specialized in managing large, heavy, and non-containerized cargo with precision, using advanced lifting and transport solutions.

Allcargo Terminals has a strong presence across key ports such as JNPT (Mumbai) , Mundra, Chennai, and Kolkata, as well as at the strategic inland location of ICD Dadri

Allcargo Terminals is certified with key ISO standards that reflect its commitment to quality, safety, and environmental responsibility:
  • ISO 9001:2015 – Quality Management System
  • ISO 14001:2015 – Environmental Management System
  • ISO 45001:2018 – Occupational Health and Safety Management System
These certifications ensure that Allcargo operates with globally recognized best practices, delivering reliable and responsible logistics solutions to its customers.