Our main Sea Freight solutions at a glance
Additional Sea Freight solutions
- Break bulk cargo
Transport of conventional goods with oversized loads - Door-to-door deliveries
Including real-time tracking with our digital apps - Ship charter
Partial and full charters through our project logistics infrastructure - Sea freight-air freight solutions
Combination of sea freight and air freight services - Roll-on/roll-off transportation (Ro/Ro)
Often a clever alternative to FCL/LCL transports
Other services in connection with our Sea Freight solutions:
Transportation of dangerous goods:
Transport organisation on the basis of the Dangerous Goods Ordinance
Temperature-controlled transport:
Cooling units and insulation for sensitive goods
Customs clearance:
Our specialists know the regulations and guidelines of each country
Transport insurance:
We take care of loss, damage and financial risk coverage
Transport planning, packing and picking
Your advantages
- Direct communication with the contact person on site (no call centre)
- Tailor-made and flexible sea freight solutions based on customer needs
- Efficient transport times and high quality standards
- A global partner network with over 150 offices in more than 35 countries
- Transparent invoicing by calculating your costs with priority on clarity and accuracy
- Regular departures to all parts of the world
- Supply security through contractually guaranteed capacities with premium shipping companies throughout the year
- Modern, digital tools for quotation, planning, dispatch management, CO2 consumption calculation, transparent supply chains and much more!
We deliver your sea freight to destinations worldwide
We work for companies of all sizes, regardless of industry. Transported goods include electronics, textiles, furniture, automotive supplies, food, chemical products, sports equipment, plant and mechanical engineering, household appliances and much more.
Book sea freight with Röhlig - Your options and possibilities
As our customer, you have two options for organising sea freight transports.
Online
Get your individual sea freight quote quickly and easily here. Our dedicated ocean freight experts will contact you so that you can transport your goods efficiently and at the best possible freight rates. Then you have your entire supply chain under control - all on a single platform.
Classic
You contact our staff at one of our branches or via the contact form on our website and make an appointment with one of our account managers to discuss your sea transport requirements. Our sea freight experts will find a tailor-made solution for you. Once booked, the Röhlig sea freight team will keep you informed of progress throughout the duration of the transport.
Let's talk about the best solution for your sea freight.
How your Sea Freight shipments benefits from the digitalisation of logistics
Global trade has changed dramatically due to the speed of online trade. The credo "ordered today, delivered tomorrow" requires new process models from all participants in the value chain. The demand for speed has also arrived in sea freight. Here, digitalisation delivers clear advantages for you: it ensures faster and transparent processes. As an agile company, we rely on an optimal mix of digital tools combined with personal advice. To this end, we have built up comprehensive expertise in the development of individual interfaces and powerful web solutions with our own IT subsidiaries, e.g.:
- Track & Trace: Simply enter the consignment number to find out the status and next steps of your sea freight shipment.
- Spot Quotation: Instant quotes and booking facility with 24/7 access.
- Customer Portal Röhlig Realtime: All shipments at a glance: Tracking, booking, reporting, central control of shipment information, simple shipment management, quick access to documents and much more.
- Customer Interface: 100% process automation and data exchange for more efficiency, quality and digitalisation of your processes with our know-how.
- Customer Reporting: Quickly access key information to analyse your supply chains.
- Vendor & PO Management: Implementation of the leading software platform GRAVITY for monitoring ordering processes: end-to-end transparency, management and control of suppliers and supply chains.
Our leading transport partners include:
FAQ - Sea Freight
What is the difference between FCL and LCL?
Essentially, there are two different ways to transport your cargo in a container:
- FCL (Full Container Load) offers you the option of transporting your freight in a container that is provided only for your cargo. This option is suitable for large freight volumes, sensitive or valuable cargo.
- LCL (less than container load) is loaded into a consolidated container. Your goods share the container's capacity with other goods. This means you use exactly the space you need for your cargo. Röhlig can advise you on the right option for your sea transport.
FCL and LCL - when should you use each option?
Simply put, FCL is suitable for larger volumes and LCL is the better option for smaller volumes.
However, there are other factors that can influence the decision. The value of the goods, the customer's storage capacity and the required shipping frequency, as well as general market conditions, can all influence which type of sea transport is best. In any case, flexibility is key, and what is the right decision for your business today may change tomorrow. Our sea freight experts can help you make the right decision!
Can sea transport be organised for dangerous goods?
Yes, organising worldwide transports of dangerous goods by sea freight is a common service Röhlig offers its customers.
For dangerous goods transports, additional documentation is required to ensure that all parties involved understand the requirements for the cargo and that the sea transport is safe for people and the environment. A surcharge is usually levied to cover the additional activities required to comply with global environmental regulations.
Is refrigerated delivery by sea freight also possible?
Yes, refrigerated/heated deliveries by sea freight can be arranged.
Special equipment ("reefer container") is used for refrigerated shipments. Reefer containers (also called refrigerated containers) are insulated containers equipped with a unit that can be used to cool the container to a certain temperature. Sea freight rates for reefer transport differ from those for general cargo.
Is worldwide delivery possible?
Of course, we offer you door-to-door sea freight solutions worldwide. This is possible thanks to our own locations and our strong network of reliable partners. Here you will find a list of our branches in over 30 countries.
Do customers have to allocate a minimum number of items?
No, we work for companies of all sizes, regardless of their industry. For example, we transport goods from industries such as electronics, textiles, furniture, automotive, food, chemical products, sports equipment, plant and mechanical engineering or even household appliances.
Is there a minimum quantity for the carriage of goods by sea freight?
For FCL shipments, the standard minimum is one container per shipment. For LCL shipments there is no minimum, but customers should keep an eye on the costs as LCL shipments usually have minimum charges for one cubic metre. Depending on the route, an air freight option may be cheaper than LCL.
What does sea freight transport cost?
The costs for sea freight transport depend on various factors and must be determined on a case-by-case basis. Basically, the container mode (LCL or FCL), the trade lane (origin and destination), the desired transit time as well as the size and weight of the individual consignment influence the total costs.
In addition, supply and demand on the world market also play a role in the cost calculation. Here you can get an individual offer online or contact our staff at one of our local branches.
Can an entire ship be chartered for sea transport?
Yes, we offer both full and partial ship charter solutions for your sea freight transport. Together with our partners, it is possible for us to organise such a solution from any port and provide you with a tailor-made offer.