Ocean Freight
FCL and LCL ocean freight from China's main ports to Europe, North America and beyond.
Ocean Services
FCL, LCL and sea–air, matched to your volume, destination and schedule.
LCL / FCL
Full container or consolidated shipping, matched to your volume and destination.
Sea-Air
Sea–air combinations balancing cost and transit time, from inland China to overseas ports.
Sea-Rail
Customs Clearance
Declarations, inspections, document review and follow-up via licensed broker partners.
Why Choose GALASTAR
Flexible Service Options
Match the service to shipment volume, destination and schedule.
Global Port Coverage
Integrated sea–rail links connect major global ports and inland points.
Booking & Schedule Control
We coordinate space based on available bookings and monitor schedule changes.
Shipment Visibility
Follow key shipment milestones where information is available.
Main Lanes & Transit Times
Transit: Reference transit times are indicative and may vary with carrier schedules, port operations, customs and transshipment.
Rates: Rates depend on route, cargo details, sailing schedule, local charges and available space at booking.
| Route | Transit Time | Sailing Frequency | Service Type | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shenzhen (SZX) → Los Angeles (US West Coast) | 14–18 days | 2× weekly | FCL / LCL | ★ Core Advantage |
| Chongqing (CKG) → Rotterdam (Europe) | 28–35 days | 1× weekly | FCL / LCL | ★ Core Advantage |
| Chengdu (CTU) → Hamburg (Europe · river–sea combined) | 30–38 days | 1× weekly | FCL | ★ Core Advantage |
| Shenzhen (SZX) → Singapore (Southeast Asia) | 5–7 days | 3× weekly | FCL / LCL | Secondary Advantage |
| Chongqing (CKG) → Dubai (Middle East) | 12–16 days | 1× weekly | FCL / LCL | Secondary Advantage |
Common Ocean Freight Challenges — We Coordinate
PROBLEM 01
Transparent Cost Breakdown
Ocean freight may include surcharges such as THC, DOC and BAF. We provide a line-item quote to support clear budgeting.
PROBLEM 02
Schedule Changes
Sailing schedules can shift with capacity and market conditions. We monitor updates and share booking and cutoff changes promptly.
PROBLEM 03
Port Dwell & Final-Leg Handover
Post-clearance delays and dwell risks may occur. We coordinate onward trucking where required, facilitating smooth final-leg handover.