Ocean freight · B/L
Ocean freight for volume and value.
Full and shared container shipping across the Atlantic and between Europe and Africa, port-to-port or door-to-door.
Overview
Sea freight is the most economical way to move large volumes and heavy goods. We book space with ocean carriers, arrange container haulage, prepare the bill of lading and clear customs at origin and destination.
What's included
- Container haulage to and from the port
- Bill of lading and export documentation
- ISF filing support for US ocean imports
- Import clearance, duties and taxes
- Delivery to your warehouse or customer
Service options
Choose how it moves
FCL
A whole 20′, 40′ or 40′ high-cube container for your cargo only.
LCL
Share a container and pay only for the space you use, per cubic metre.
Special equipment
Reefer, flat-rack and open-top containers for chilled or out-of-gauge cargo.
Ro-Ro & project
Vehicles, machinery and heavy-lift cargo planned end to end.
Container guide
Standard container sizes
Approximate internal dimensions and capacity. Exact figures vary by carrier and equipment.
| Container | Internal L × W × H | Volume | Typical use |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20′ standard | 5.9 × 2.35 × 2.39 m | ≈ 33 m³ | Heavy, dense cargo |
| 40′ standard | 12.0 × 2.35 × 2.39 m | ≈ 67 m³ | General cargo |
| 40′ high-cube | 12.0 × 2.35 × 2.69 m | ≈ 76 m³ | Light, bulky cargo |
| 40′ reefer | 11.6 × 2.29 × 2.5 m | ≈ 67 m³ | Chilled and frozen goods |
Specialist cargo
Experience with demanding shipments
Tell us what you are moving and we will advise on packing, documents and the right equipment.
- Vehicles and plant machinery
- Building materials and bulk goods
- Food products in refrigerated containers
- Household goods and personal effects
What is the difference between FCL and LCL?
FCL (full container load) books a whole 20′ or 40′ container for your goods only. LCL (less than container load) shares a container with other shippers and is charged per cubic metre. LCL suits smaller volumes; FCL usually becomes cheaper once you fill around half a container.
What is ISF and when is it needed?
Importer Security Filing (often called 10+2) is required by US Customs for ocean shipments into the United States and must be filed before the cargo is loaded at origin. We help collect the data and file on time.
Which documents do I need?
Usually a commercial invoice, a packing list and the transport document: an air waybill, bill of lading or CMR. Some goods also need certificates of origin, licences or permits. We confirm exactly what applies to your shipment.
Ready to move your next shipment?
Send us the route, the cargo and your deadline. We reply with a clear price and transit time, usually the same working day.