Ocean freight
International ocean freight solutions for full container load (FCL) and less than container load (LCL) shipments. We coordinate each movement around the customer's cargo, routing and timing requirements.
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Reliable freight solutions, globally.
International freight forwarding with clear communication, practical solutions and personal accountability.
Our servicesFreight expertise with personal accountability
Seaboard Freight provides international ocean, air and road freight, customs clearance, project and specialist cargo, warehousing, distribution and multimodal logistics.
We focus on understanding each customer's requirements, identifying the right solution, keeping customers informed and taking ownership throughout the shipment.
About usInternational freight services
Air freight
International air freight for time-sensitive shipments where speed, reliability and careful handling are important. We coordinate import and export movements around the customer's routing, timing and cargo requirements.
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Road transport
First mile, final mile and cross-border road transportation connecting ports, warehouses and final destinations.
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Customs clearance
Professional coordination of customs formalities and documentation to help cargo move compliantly across borders.
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Warehousing & distribution
Storage, handling and onward distribution designed around the customer's supply chain requirements.
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Project and specialist cargo
Bespoke logistics solutions for oversized, complex, high-value, time-critical or technically demanding shipments.
Discuss your projectHow can we help you?
Global capability. Personal accountability.
Seaboard Freight combines international freight expertise with personal service and accountability.
Our role is to understand the requirement, identify the right solution, coordinate the movement, manage the risks and keep customers informed throughout the shipment.
Contact usWhy choose Seaboard Freight?
- International ocean, air and road freight expertise
- Personal service and accountability
- Proactive communication
- Practical support when plans change
- Global partner and carrier relationships
- Project and specialist cargo capability
Freight solutions for different requirements
Full container load
Full container shipping for customers requiring dedicated container capacity.
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Consolidation & LCL
Cost-effective consolidation for customers whose cargo does not require a full container.
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Specialist cargo
Practical freight solutions for complex, time-critical and technically demanding shipments.
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Multimodal logistics
Coordinating multiple modes and logistics processes under one accountable freight partner.
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International connections. Local market knowledge.
Seaboard Freight works with global partners and carriers to coordinate international freight movements across major trade lanes.
How we work
STEP 01
Understand the requirement
We start with the cargo, route, timing, documentation and commercial requirements.
STEP 02
Plan and coordinate
We identify the appropriate freight solution and coordinate the parties involved in the movement.
STEP 03
Communicate and take ownership
We keep customers informed, explain changes clearly and manage the available options through to delivery.
Freight expertise that stays accountable
International freight does not always move exactly to plan. Schedules can change, capacity can tighten and customs authorities may request additional information.
Our role is to keep customers informed, explain the impact, identify the available options and help keep the shipment moving.
Talk to our teamCan you handle all services end to end?
We can coordinate ocean, air and road freight together with customs clearance, warehousing, distribution and specialist cargo requirements. The exact solution depends on the shipment and market.
Do you offer consolidated LCL services?
Yes. LCL consolidation is one of Seaboard Freight's core ocean freight services.
What's your customs clearance process?
We coordinate customs formalities and documentation to help cargo move compliantly across borders. Requirements vary by shipment and market.
How will you keep us informed about our shipment?
Clear communication is central to our service. We keep customers informed throughout the movement, particularly when circumstances change or action is required.
