Get A Quote For LCL Shipping
A quote from a freight forwarder allows you to budget for your shipment in advance and secure the best rate. When it comes to LCL shipping, requesting a free quote is a great tool for managing business expenses.
In this blog, we will cover why trusting Shippo with your LCL Shipment is the right choice, and how easy it is to request a quote.
Our LCL Shipping Services
We specialise in LCL shipping from major ports across Asia, including India, Taiwan, China and Hong Kong. We can also manage shipments from Indonesia, Malaysia, Pakistan, Thailand, Philippines, Singapore and so on.
For start-up businesses that do not have enough stock to fill a container or ship low-volume cargo, LCL shipping is a cost-effective alternative. At Shippo, we help assist the process, ensuring your shipment is ready, secure and the process runs smoothly.
At Shippo, we’ll contact your supplier to organise which container ship to catch. We then collect or deliver your goods to a warehouse near the port of origin. The warehouse will then load the goods onto a shared container with other LCL shipments, which is sealed and taken to port for shipping. On arrival, the shipment is transferred to a local warehouse, where we unpack your goods and declare them with UK customs. We then organise a delivery for your goods to your premises.
Why Trust Us?
From prepping, organising, managing and delivering your shipment, we do it all… When choosing to work with Shippo, you can be assured that we will cover every aspect of the shipping process, so you can just relax!
We understand that the LCL shipping process can be daunting, especially for a small business who is shipping worldwide for the first time. At Shippo, our expertise and thorough approach to LCL shipping not only mitigates the risks involved, but also builds our clients confidence.
There are many costs associated with shipping goods worldwide. Lucky for you, we pride ourselves in our transparency so you can successfully budget for your shipment without being blindsided by any hidden fees.
We assist a diverse network of small business owners who are struggling to grasp global logistics (and we can’t blame them). We provide all the information they need to know whilst taking care of everything else on their behalf. If you’d like to know more, you can follow this link for examples of success stories for our clients.
Sea Freight Costs Explained
We try to make our sea freight charges as simple as possible. Pricing will change depending on the size of your shipment. To process an accurate quote, we need to know:
- Weight and Dimensions/Volume of your goods
- Shipping terms that your supplier is offering (FOB, Exworks etc.)
- The outbound port (where the goods are coming from)
- Where the goods are being delivered to
Sea freight costs are calculated based on the size of your shipment, so we need to know accurate dimensions. Other factors which may affect the price of LCL shipping are fuel costs, the season, supply chain demand and unforeseen global events (such as COVID-19 or natural disasters).
When shipping to the UK you must also consider any relevant duty or import taxes. The amount of UK Duty you must pay depends on the declared value of the goods and the type of product that you’re importing. VAT will also apply to any taxable imports. Don’t worry, we have a calculator which helps determine these costs.
Additional fees to bear in mind may include labelling and palletisation for Amazon shippers.
Why Calculating LCL Shipping Costs Is A Good Idea
- Requesting a quote for LCL shipping enhances the pricing transparency so you can budget in advance
- Useful for heavier loads which can be more costly to ship
- For small businesses, it ensures costs are covered accurately
- Avoid overpaying for container space you do not need/use by getting an accurate quote for your shipment
- Manage financial risks associated with international trade
- Identify any opportunities to optimise your supply chain and reduce expenses for your business
- Understand the feasibility and outreach of shipping and strategize opportunities to expand your business
Requesting Your Free Quote
When deciding who to ship with internationally, you need to strike a balance between expertise, reliability, and a forwarder in your budget.
At Shippo, we always go the extra mile for our clients. Unlike other LCL shipping providers, we won’t leave you to your own devices and assume you have everything in order. All this said, our pricing remains affordable and competitive.
If we initially look much more expensive, be careful of any hidden costs that could catch you out. We ensure everything is included from the outset, so you don’t get any nasty surprises when it’s too late!
Requesting a quote from us is simple. Just follow the link to our Get Quote page, enter the relevant information, and we will do the maths.
We hope this blog has been useful. If you would like to know more about LCL shipping take at look at our blog. Or, you can always contact us via our email info@shippo.co.uk or on 0203 384 0498.