Leading China Sea Freight Forwarder
Professional FCL and LCL ocean freight from China's top 7 loading ports. Trusted carrier contracts with COSCO, CMA, MSK, EMC, MCC, HPL and ONE. Expert routing to 100+ destination ports worldwide.
Premier Sea Freight Forwarding from China to the World
Sea freight is the backbone of international trade out of China, moving more than 90% of cross-border cargo by weight. As a leading sea freight forwarder, TheWan books FCL (Full Container Load) and LCL (Less than Container Load) ocean shipments from the top seven Chinese ports - Qingdao, Shanghai, Ningbo, Shenzhen, Guangzhou, Xiamen and Tianjin - to over 100 destination ports in Europe, North America, the Middle East, Africa, Southeast Asia, and Latin America.
Our expert ocean team holds direct primary contracts with the top global carriers: COSCO, CMA-CGM, Maersk (MSK), Evergreen (EMC), MCC Transport, Hapag-Lloyd (HPL), OOCL, ONE, T.S. Lines (TSL), APL, ZIM, Yang Ming (YML), and HMM. Direct contracts mean professional rates, allocated space even in peak season, and trusted service guarantees backed by carrier KPIs.
Beyond standard 20'GP, 40'GP, 40'HQ, and 45'HQ containers, our specialist team books reefer containers for temperature-controlled cargo (-25 to +25 Celsius), flat-rack and open-top for oversized OOG cargo, and ISO tanks for liquid bulk. Every shipment is monitored end to end with carrier KPIs, ETA updates, and WhatsApp milestone notifications.
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| Container | Internal Volume | Max Payload | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20' GP | 33 CBM | 28,000 kg | Dense cargo, machinery |
| 40' GP | 67 CBM | 26,500 kg | General cargo, furniture |
| 40' HQ | 76 CBM | 26,500 kg | Lightweight bulky cargo |
| 45' HQ | 86 CBM | 27,500 kg | Volume-maximized shipments |
| 20' Reefer | 28 CBM | 27,400 kg | Cold chain, pharma |
| 40' Reefer | 59 CBM | 29,000 kg | Bulk cold chain, food |
| 40' Flat-Rack | — | 40,000 kg | Oversized cargo, vehicles |
| 40' Open-Top | 67 CBM | 26,500 kg | Tall cargo, machinery |
Trusted Sea Freight Coverage Worldwide
Our expert routing team picks the leading carrier and service for every lane out of China.
China → Europe
Direct services to Hamburg, Rotterdam, Antwerp, Felixstowe, Le Havre, Genoa, Valencia and Piraeus. Weekly sailings from all top Chinese ports.
China → North America
Weekly direct services to LA, Long Beach, Oakland, Seattle, Vancouver, NY, Savannah, Houston and Norfolk via top carrier partners.
China → Middle East
Direct calls at Jebel Ali, Hamad, Dammam, Jeddah, Bandar Abbas. Professional reefer service for cold chain to UAE and Saudi.
China → Southeast Asia
Short-sea services to Port Klang, Singapore, Laem Chabang, Ho Chi Minh, Jakarta, Manila. Top frequency lane.
China → India & Pakistan
Direct trusted calls at Nhava Sheva (JNPT), Mundra, Chennai, Karachi, Port Qasim. Expert documentation for South Asia.
China → Africa & South America
Service to Mombasa, Dar es Salaam, Durban, Apapa, Tema, Santos, Valparaiso, Callao. Trusted specialist routing.
Recent Shipping Cases from Top Importers
Recent FCL and LCL sea freight shipments handled by our expert team for trusted importers worldwide.
40HQ Auto Parts to Hamburg
Pharma Samples to Frankfurt
Furniture to Łódź
Multi-supplier Cargo to NYC
DDP Electronics to London
Mining Equipment to Chile
Cold Chain to Dubai
Urgent Machinery to Moscow
See Our Professional Freight Operations
Step inside the daily work of a leading China freight forwarder. Real shipments, real teams, real results.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Top questions our expert team answers from importers worldwide. Need a specific answer? Reach a professional on WhatsApp.
How do I request a freight quote from TheWan?
Send a WhatsApp message to +86 183 6629 7772 with cargo description, weight or CBM, dimensions, origin, destination, and target shipping date. Our expert team replies with a transparent quote within a few working hours.
Are you a licensed and trusted freight forwarder?
Yes. TheWan holds a Class-A international freight forwarding license from China's Ministry of Commerce. We act as a professional NVOCC, registered air cargo agent, and customs declaration unit at all major Chinese ports.
What payment methods does your team accept?
We accept telegraph transfer (T/T) in USD, EUR, CNY, and HKD, plus Alipay and WeChat Pay for domestic charges. Top corporate clients use net-15 or net-30 credit terms after credit review.
Do you provide cargo insurance?
Yes. As a leading freight forwarder, we book all-risk marine cargo insurance through ICBC-AXA, PICC, and Ping An partners. Standard coverage is 110% of CIF value at approximately 0.08% premium for general cargo.
Can I track my shipment in real time?
Yes. Our trusted team provides shipment tracking through carrier portals, MSK Spot, COSCO eTracking, IATA Cargo XML, and our internal dashboard. Status updates also reach you on WhatsApp at each milestone.
How long has TheWan been operating?
TheWan Global Logistics (Qingdao Wancheng International Logistics Co., Ltd) was founded in 2016. The professional team has nearly a decade of expert experience moving cargo from China to top markets in Europe, North America, Asia, the Middle East, Africa, and South America.
Which container types does your expert team book?
We book all standard and special equipment: 20'GP, 40'GP, 40'HQ, 45'HQ for general cargo; 20' and 40' reefer for temperature-controlled goods; 20' and 40' flat-rack and open-top for oversized cargo; ISO tanks for liquid bulk.
How long does sea freight from China to Europe take?
Transit varies by lane: China to North Europe (Hamburg, Rotterdam, Antwerp) 30-38 days; China to Mediterranean (Genoa, Valencia) 25-32 days; China to UK (Felixstowe, Southampton) 33-40 days. Schedules confirmed at booking.
What is the difference between FCL and LCL?
FCL (Full Container Load) means your cargo fills an entire container exclusively, with faster transit and stronger security. LCL (Less than Container Load) means we consolidate your cargo with other shippers and bill per CBM, ideal for shipments below 12-15 CBM.
Can you ship from any Chinese port?
Yes. Our trusted operations cover Qingdao, Shanghai, Ningbo, Shenzhen, Guangzhou, Xiamen, and Tianjin directly. Cargo from inland factories moves to the closest port by our own truck fleet or rail.
Which top ocean carriers do you contract with?
Direct contracts with COSCO, CMA-CGM, Maersk (MSK), Evergreen (EMC), MCC Transport, Hapag-Lloyd (HPL), OOCL, ONE, T.S. Lines (TSL), APL, ZIM, Yang Ming (YML), and HMM.
Do you ship to North America via sea freight?
Yes. Weekly services to Los Angeles, Long Beach, Oakland, Seattle, Vancouver, New York, Savannah, Houston, Norfolk, and Mexico's Manzanillo and Lazaro Cardenas. Our expert team picks the right carrier per route.
Can you handle reefer cargo and cold chain?
Yes. We book reefer containers from Maersk Reefer, MSC Reefer, CMA Reefer Services, and EMC. Temperature ranges from -25°C to +25°C, with humidity, ventilation, and pre-trip inspection (PTI) confirmation.
What documents are required for sea freight from China?
Standard set: commercial invoice, packing list, bill of lading (B/L) or seaway bill, certificate of origin (CO/FORM A/FORM E), MSDS for chemicals, fumigation certificate for wood packaging, and any product-specific certificates (CE, FDA, etc.).
Can you arrange door-to-door sea freight with customs clearance?
Yes. Our professional door-to-door package includes factory pickup, export customs, ocean leg, import customs, duty and VAT prepayment, and last-mile trucking to the consignee's warehouse.
How do you price sea freight quotes?
Quotes include ocean freight (per container or per CBM), local origin charges (THC, B/L fee, customs, trucking), and destination charges if requested. We disclose every line item; no hidden surcharges.