SEA FREIGHT
Ship from the world's busiest port by cargo throughput. As a Ningbo-based freight forwarder, we provide FCL and LCL ocean freight to 200+ global ports with competitive rates, transparent pricing, and end-to-end visibility — from booking to final delivery.
OUR SERVICES
Comprehensive ocean freight solutions tailored to your cargo, timeline, and budget — whether you ship one pallet or one hundred containers per month.
Standard dry containers: 20GP, 40GP, 40HQ, 45HQ. Exclusive use of the container — lowest damage risk, fastest transit, most economical for larger volumes.
Weekly consolidation from Ningbo to major hubs. Pay only for the space you use — ideal for shipments under 10 CBM. Regular sailings, reliable schedules.
Out-of-gauge and temperature-sensitive cargo solutions with specialized containers for machinery, steel, food, pharmaceuticals, and more.
GLOBAL ROUTES
From Ningbo Port, covering 200+ countries and 600+ ports worldwide. Indicative transit times below.
6–10 days
Vietnam — Hai Phong, Ho Chi Minh City (Cat Lai)
Thailand — Laem Chabang, Bangkok (BMT)
Malaysia — Port Klang, Tanjung Pelepas
Indonesia — Jakarta (Tanjung Priok), Surabaya
Singapore, Philippines (Manila), Cambodia (Sihanoukville)
12–18 days
UAE — Jebel Ali, Khalifa Port (Abu Dhabi)
Saudi Arabia — Dammam, Jeddah
India — Nhava Sheva (Mumbai), Chennai
Pakistan — Karachi, Qasim
Oman (Sohar), Qatar (Hamad Port)
28–36 days
Germany — Hamburg, Bremerhaven
Netherlands — Rotterdam
UK — Felixstowe, Southampton
Belgium — Antwerp
France (Le Havre), Italy (Genoa), Spain (Barcelona)
14–35 days
US West Coast — LA / Long Beach, Oakland (14–18 days)
US East Coast — New York, Savannah (25–32 days)
Gulf Coast — Houston (22–28 days)
Canada — Vancouver, Toronto
South America — Santos, Buenos Aires, Colon
22–35 days
West Africa — Lagos (Apapa), Tema, Abidjan
East Africa — Mombasa, Dar es Salaam
South Africa — Durban, Cape Town
North Africa — Tanger Med, Alexandria
World's #1 Port by Throughput
1.25+ billion tonnes cargo throughput annually, 35+ million TEU
300+ routes covering 200+ countries
Deep-water berths for 24,000+ TEU vessels
Rail-sea intermodal links to inland China
Most competitive freight rates in Asia
WORKFLOW
From first inquiry to final delivery — a transparent, well-managed workflow at every stage.
Send cargo details; receive competitive rate within 24h.
Secure space on preferred sailing; S/O issued.
Container pickup, stuffing at factory or CFS.
Export declaration and inspection in China.
Vessel departure; B/L (original / telex release) issued.
Real-time vessel tracking; ETA updates.
Import clearance at destination port.
Final delivery to your warehouse or door.
INCOTERMS
We handle all standard Incoterms 2020, tailored to your trade requirements. Whether you're the exporter or importer, we provide expert logistics solutions.
Free On Board — most common for China exports. Seller loads cargo onto the vessel; buyer handles freight and insurance onward.
Cost, Insurance & Freight — seller covers ocean freight and insurance to destination port. Ideal for exporters who want logistics control.
Ex Works — buyer manages entire logistics chain from seller's factory. Suitable for importers with their own logistics teams.
Delivered Duty Paid — full door-to-door service. Seller handles all transport, import clearance, and duties.
Delivered at Place — all costs to the named destination except import duties. Buyer handles customs clearance.
Port-Adjacent Headquarters
Based in Ningbo, minutes from the port and bonded zone — we react faster than agents located elsewhere.
Volume Contracts
Negotiated space and rates with major carriers (COSCO, Maersk, MSC, CMA CGM, Evergreen, ONE, Hapag-Lloyd, Yang Ming).
Single Point of Contact
One dedicated operator manages your shipment end-to-end — no call centers, no hand-offs.
Integrated Services
Sea freight + customs + warehousing + trucking under one roof eliminates coordination gaps.
RELATED SERVICES
Beyond sea freight, we offer complementary logistics services for a complete supply chain solution.
Urgent cargo? Air freight from China to global hubs in 1–5 days. DHL/FedEx/UPS/TNT express agency available.
Learn moreExport and import customs brokerage, commodity inspection, HS code classification, certificates of origin.
Learn moreNingbo-based warehousing near port and airport. Pick & pack, labeling, QC, domestic distribution.
Learn moreFAQ
Common questions about sea freight from Ningbo. Contact our team for further assistance.
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The five highest-volume lanes out of Ningbo-Zhoushan Port, with port-to-port transit times:
1. Ningbo to US West Coast (Los Angeles / Long Beach) —— 18-25 days, the highest weekly sailing density.
2. Ningbo to US East Coast (New York / Savannah) —— 28-35 days via the Panama Canal; book three weeks ahead in peak season.
3. Ningbo to North Europe (Rotterdam / Hamburg) —— 28-38 days; EU ENS filing required 48 hours before loading.
4. Ningbo to Southeast Asia (Singapore / Ho Chi Minh) —— 5-12 days, the fastest option for urgent replenishment.
5. Ningbo to the Middle East (Dubai / Jeddah) —— 15-22 days; space tightens around Ramadan.
The comparison below scores FCL against LCL on cost, transit and risk (ranked by suitability):
| Dimension | FCL | LCL |
|---|---|---|
| Ideal volume | 15 CBM or more | Under 15 CBM |
| Unit cost | Lowest at full load | Cheaper for small lots |
| Transit time | Fastest, direct | 3-7 days longer |
| Damage risk | Low, dedicated box | Slightly higher, shared |
| Clearance | Single entry | Waits for co-loaded cargo |
对比依据：2026 年 9 月市场行情，实际以订舱时确认为准。