Vanning / Stuffing

Vanning/Stuffing refers to the process of loading cargo into a container, a key step in foreign trade logistics. It usually takes place at a factory warehouse, logistics park, or port yard, and is performed by the shipper, freight forwarder, or a professional stuffing team. Use cases include: FCL (Full Container Load) is stuffed by the shipper, while LCL (Less than Container Load) is consolidated by the freight forwarder at a Container Freight Station (CFS). Precautions: space should be planned reasonably to improve loading efficiency, cargo must be secured to prevent shifting and damage during transport, and weight distribution should be balanced to avoid overweight. Difference from 'Packing': packing can refer to any packaging, while vanning/stuffing specifically means loading into a container; it is the opposite of Devanting/Unstuffing. It differs from 'Pick up container', which is the collection of an empty container, while vanning/stuffing is the subsequent action. In foreign trade, it is often associated with 'cut-off' and 'port cut-off' times, so arrangements must be made in advance.