Freight, Shipping & Logistics Calculators: Complete Guide

Cubic Metre (CBM) is the universal unit for measuring freight volume in ocean and air shipping. The CBM Calculator multiplies length x width x height (in cm, inches, or metres) across multiple carton types to give the total shipment CBM. Ocean freight (LCL and FCL) is priced per CBM, while air freight uses volumetric weight (CBM x 167 kg/CBM for most airlines) — so an accurate CBM figure is the starting point for every freight quotation. Enter your carton dimensions and quantities, and the calculator instantly gives you total CBM and gross volumetric weight, ready to compare against actual gross weight and determine whether the shipment is weight or volume cargo.

Freight costs vary by mode (ocean LCL/FCL, air, road, rail), origin-destination lane, commodity type, and carrier. The Freight Cost Estimator takes your shipment weight, volume, lane, and cargo type to produce an indicative cost range for air and ocean freight. While final rates must always be confirmed with carriers or freight forwarders, a preliminary estimate is valuable for landed-cost modelling, pricing decisions, and determining the optimal mode split for time-versus-cost trade-offs. The calculator also applies Incoterms logic — EXW, FOB, CIF, DDP — so you can compare supplier quotes on an equal basis.

A well-structured packing list is required for customs clearance in virtually every country. It must itemise each carton's contents, quantity, gross weight, net weight, and dimensions. The Packing List Generator creates a print-ready packing list from your shipment data — exporters can enumerate their cartons, assign product descriptions and HS codes, and export a document compliant with standard customs and Letter of Credit requirements. This eliminates manual spreadsheet preparation and reduces the risk of errors that trigger customs holds or LC discrepancy claims.