Coastal and transoceanic water transport services of freight

CPC v2.1 Code: 6521

About coastal and transoceanic water transport services of freight

cpc code 6521 covers the transportation of freight via coastal and transoceanic waterways. This industry plays a vital role in global trade and logistics, facilitating the movement of goods between distant markets and supporting the broader 6511 Water transport services of passengers, coastal and transoceanic and 6512 Water transport services of freight, inland waterways industries. As an essential component of the international supply chain, the coastal and transoceanic water transport of freight is a key driver of economic activity and growth.

Production process

The main production techniques in this industry involve the operation of various types of cargo vessels, including container ships, bulk carriers, and tankers, to transport goods over long distances by sea. Efficient route planning, cargo loading and unloading procedures, and vessel maintenance are critical to ensuring the timely and cost-effective delivery of freight.

Production inputs

The key inputs required for the coastal and transoceanic water transport of freight include cargo vessels, fuel, port infrastructure, and skilled labor. Vessel operators must invest in a fleet of ships capable of handling different types of cargo, while also ensuring compliance with safety and environmental regulations. Ports and related infrastructure, such as docks, cranes, and storage facilities, are essential for the efficient loading, unloading, and transshipment of goods.

Production outputs

The primary output of this industry is the delivery of freight to domestic and international destinations. The goods transported can include a wide range of commodities, such as raw materials, manufactured products, and consumer goods. The output of cpc code 6521 is often consumed by industries such as 6512 Water transport services of freight, inland waterways, 6311 Warehousing and storage services, and 6411 Land transport services of freight, which rely on the efficient movement of goods across long distances.

Family tree for coastal and transoceanic water transport services of freight

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    A["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/6'>6: Distributive trade services; accommodation, food and beverage serving services; transport services; and electricity, gas and water distribution services</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/65'>65: Freight transport services</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/652'>652: Water transport services of freight</a>"]
C --> D["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/6521'>6521: Coastal and transoceanic water transport services of freight</a>"]

    C --> E["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/6522'>6522: Inland water transport services of freight</a>"]

    D --> F["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/65211'>65211: Coastal and transoceanic water transport services of freight by refrigerator vessels</a>"]
D --> G["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/65212'>65212: Coastal and transoceanic water transport services of freight by tankers</a>"]
D --> H["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/65213'>65213: Coastal and transoceanic water transport services of intermodal containers by container ships</a>"]
D --> I["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/65219'>65219: Other coastal and transoceanic water transport services of other freight</a>"]


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