Live Ocean Freight Rates, Without the Back-and-Forth Simplified.
Access live shipping line pricing in seconds. Know exactly what your competition is quoting. Make margin-protecting decisions with real market data.
The major problems that Kappal solves.
Kappal is built to solve the everyday operational problems freight teams deal with, not add more systems to manage.
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Live Rate Intelligence
Get real-time pricing from shipping lines and carriers to eliminate rate uncertainty and make faster quoting decisions with confidence.
02
Centralised Carrier Coordination
Manage carrier communication, rate comparisons, and shipment updates from one unified platform instead of scattered emails and calls.
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Faster Client Responses
Reduce manual quoting delays with instant access to live freight rates, helping teams respond to clients much faster.
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Smarter Cost & Margin Control
Avoid margin loss caused by outdated freight rates with accurate benchmarking, real-time visibility, and reliable quote comparisons.
Why Kappal for Ocean Freight Operations
Built for immediate use, so your team can start managing shipments faster without long onboarding cycles or system overhauls.
25+ Shipping Lines Connected
API-driven connections eliminate manual coordination delays by giving freight forwarders instant access to accurate live rates across multiple carriers and trade routes.
Rate Benchmarking That Matters
Track pricing trends, identify profitable lanes, and benchmark carrier rates easily to protect margins and improve decision-making with reliable market visibility.
Speed Where It Counts
Generate quotes within minutes instead of hours, helping teams respond quicker, improve turnaround times, and win more business without increasing operational workload.
The Way We Deliver
Built for Speed, Accuracy, and Margin Control
Faster Quote Turnaround
Access real-time shipping line pricing instantly.
Better Pricing Decisions
Compare, benchmark and make data-driven pricing decisions backed by live market rates.
Stronger Margin Control
Optimise pricing strategy with real-time rate intelligence.
Frequently Asked Questions
How are container freight rates usually quoted?
For full container loads, rates are usually quoted per container, by size and type, for a specific port pair. LCL consignments are generally priced by volume or weight instead. Surcharges and local charges may be listed separately, so check what each quote includes before comparing totals.
Where can I check live sea freight rates?
On Kappal, you search a lane and see live rates from 25+ shipping lines and NVOCCs, delivered through API connections. Transit times appear alongside price, so you can compare options without contacting each carrier separately.
How can I compare container shipping rates across carriers?
Compare like with like: the same route, the same container size and type, and the same inclusions. Kappal puts carriers side by side and adds benchmarking tools, so you can see how each option sits against the rest of the market before choosing one.
How often do ocean freight rates change?
Ocean freight rates move with market conditions, and carriers set their own validity periods, so a quote is only as reliable as its date. Working from live API rates, rather than saved emails or spreadsheets, narrows the gap between the number you send and the number the market is offering.
Does Kappal support reefer and hazardous cargo?
Kappal supports general reefer shipments with real-time tracking, planning and rate support across available carrier networks. Standard hazardous cargo gets compliance visibility, and specialised hazmat requirements outside the standard are coordinated through Kappal’s established carrier network.
What does it cost to use Kappal for ocean freight rates?
Kappal’s pricing page lists a Professional Plan, offered on quarterly, half-yearly and annual terms, and an Enterprise Plan with custom pricing for multiple licences. Listed features include multi-modal rate search covering ocean and LCL, unlimited rate and schedule searches, and price benchmarking with transit-time comparison. Check the pricing page for plan features, or contact the sales team for current pricing.
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