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JMD's Ocean Freight Services JMD Logistics offers comprehensive ocean freight services from China to the UK. Our strong partnerships with major shipping lines ensure reliable and cost-effective solutions.
We handle all shipping costs, including customs duties and taxes.
We deliver to the agreed destination, with the buyer responsible for import duties and taxes.
We deliver to the destination, but the buyer pays for import duties and taxes.
Battery Shipping Solutions JMD specializes in the safe transport of batteries, ensuring compliance with international regulations. Our team has extensive experience in handling all types of battery shipments.
JMD's Air Freight Services JMD provides efficient air freight services from China to the UK, ideal for time-sensitive shipments. We work with multiple airlines to offer flexible and reliable options.
The transit time for this route is approximately 2-3 days.
This route takes around 3-4 days.
Transit time is typically 3-4 days.
This route takes about 2-3 days.
The transit time is approximately 3-4 days.
All shipping costs and customs duties are covered.
Delivery to the destination with the buyer covering import duties.
Delivery without covering import duties and taxes.
Battery Air Shipping Solutions JMD's air freight services include specialized solutions for shipping batteries, ensuring they meet all safety standards and regulations.
30-35 days
25-30 days
· Shipping method (air or ocean)
· Weight and volume of the shipment
· Delivery options (DDP, DAP, DDU)
· Current fuel surcharges and tariffs
Departure | Destination | 20GP | 40GP | 40HQ |
ShenZhen | Felixstowe | USD1600 | USD2800 | USD2850 |
ShenZhen | Southampton | USD1800 | USD3300 | USD3350 |
ShenZhen | Birmingham | USD2500 | USD4000 | USD4100 |
ShenZhen | Edinburgh | USD2600 | USD4100 | USD4150 |
ShenZhen | Northampton | USD2650 | USD4150 | USD4200 |
ShenZhen | Manchester | USD2700 | USD4200 | USD4250 |
Departure | Destination | 20GP | 40GP | 40HQ |
ShangHai | Felixstowe | USD1700 | USD2900 | USD2950 |
ShangHai | Southampton | USD1900 | USD3200 | USD3250 |
ShangHai | Birmingham | USD2700 | USD4200 | USD4250 |
ShangHai | Edinburgh | USD2800 | USD4200 | USD4250 |
ShangHai | Northampton | USD2800 | USD4300 | USD4350 |
ShangHai | Manchester | USD2800 | USD4300 | USD2400 |
Departure | Destination | 20GP | 40GP | 40HQ |
GuangZhou | Felixstowe | USD1600 | USD3000 | USD3100 |
GuangZhou | Southampton | USD2100 | USD3400 | USD3450 |
GuangZhou | Birmingham | USD2800 | USD4400 | USD4450 |
GuangZhou | Edinburgh | USD3000 | USD4400 | USD4450 |
GuangZhou | Northampton | USD2900 | USD4200 | USD4250 |
GuangZhou | Manchester | USD2900 | USD4400 | USD4450 |
Destination port | Sea freight | CARRIER | Remarks | Voyage |
Felixstowe/London<1CBM | 40 | EMC/MS | ENS:USD25/BL | 24 |
Felixstowe/London1-3CBM | 30 | EMC/MSK | ENS:USD25/BL | 24 |
Felixstowe/London 3-5CBM | 25 | EMC/MSK | ENS:USD25/BL | 24 |
Felixstowe/London 5-8CBM | 20 | EMC/MSK | ENS:USD25/BL | 24 |
Felixstowe/London ＞8CBM | 10 | EMC/MSK | ENS:USD25/BL | 24 |
Southampton <1CBM | 35 | COSCO | ENS:USD25/BL | 32 |
Southampton 1-3CBM | 25 | COSCO | ENS:USD25/BL | 32 |
Southampton 3-6CBM | 15 | COSCO | ENS:USD25/BL | 32 |
Southampton 6-15CBM | 13 | COSCO | ENS:USD25/BL | 32 |
Destination port | Sea freight | CARRIER | Remarks | Voyage |
Aberdeen | 80 | EMC/MS | ENS:USD25/BL | 25 |
Birmingham | 85 | EMC/MSK | ENS:USD25/BL | 25 |
Bradford | 95 | EMC/MSK | ENS:USD25/BL | 24 |
Bristol | 80 | EMC/MSK | ENS:USD25/BL | 23 |
Coventry | 75 | EMC/MSK | ENS:USD25/BL | 23 |
Derby | 60 | COSCO | ENS:USD25/BL | 23 |
Edinburgh | 55 | COSCO | ENS:USD25/BL | 24 |
Glasgow | 65 | COSCO | ENS:USD25/BL | 25 |
Leeds | 65 | COSCO | ENS:USD25/BL | 25 |
PO airline | kgs | +45k | +100k | +300K | +500k | +1000k |
Dest | ||||||
Currency：(CNY/KG) | ||||||
UK | LHR | 53.6 | 44.5 | 42.3 | 41.2 | 39.5 |
MAN | 54.3 | 46.5 | 40.3 | 40.3 | 38.2 | |
STN | 56.8 | 48.5 | 41.3 | 40.3 | 38.5 | |
BHX | 55.2 | 47.5 | 41.2 | 38.1 | 37.1 | |
BFS | 53.5 | 46.3 | 42.2 | 38.5 | 37.3 | |
SOU | 51.3 | 45.3 | 42.2 | 40.4 | 36.2 | |
Are Shipments from China Delayed?
Factors Influencing Shipping Delays
Congestion at major ports in China, such as Shanghai, Ningbo, and Shenzhen, often leads to delays in loading and unloading cargo. Similarly, congestion at UK ports like Felixstowe and Southampton can also cause delays.
Delays in customs clearance due to incomplete or incorrect documentation can significantly slow down the shipping process.
Adverse weather conditions can disrupt shipping schedules, leading to delays. Typhoons in the South China Sea, for instance, can halt operations temporarily.
Global supply chain issues, such as shortages of shipping containers and labor strikes, can also contribute to delays.
JMD works closely with shipping lines and port authorities to anticipate and plan for potential delays, ensuring smoother operations.
By partnering with multiple shipping companies and airlines, JMD can offer alternative routes and solutions to avoid congested ports or affected areas.
JMD’s experienced team ensures that all documentation is accurate and complete, facilitating faster customs clearance.
JMD provides real-time tracking and updates to clients, keeping them informed about their shipments' status and any potential delays.
JMD offers flexible shipping options, including sea, air, and rail, to provide the best possible solutions for time-sensitive shipments.
This major air freight route ensures timely delivery with multiple daily flights.
A popular route for both air and sea freight, ensuring flexibility and efficiency.
One of the busiest sea freight routes, ideal for large shipments.
A reliable air freight route with frequent flights.
A crucial sea freight route for heavy and bulk cargo.
Offers additional air freight capacity and flexibility.
A strategic sea freight route for northern UK destinations.
Ensures connectivity to Northern Ireland through both air and sea freight options.
By leveraging these routes and JMD's extensive network of partners, clients can expect efficient and timely delivery of their shipments, despite potential delays.
When it comes to shipping from China to the UK, JMD provides a variety of reliable and efficient routes, tailored to meet diverse needs. Here’s a detailed look at some of the top shipping routes, encompassing both air and sea freight services:
Daily flights with options for express and standard shipping.
3-5 days
This route is ideal for urgent shipments, leveraging Shanghai's extensive logistics infrastructure and London Heathrow's status as a major global hub.
Frequent flights with comprehensive handling for various types of cargo.
4-6 days
Servicing the industrial heartland of the UK, this route is optimal for high-value and time-sensitive goods.
Weekly departures with full container load (FCL) and less than container load (LCL) options.
28-35 days
A key route for large-scale shipments, particularly suited for heavy and bulky items.
Multiple weekly flights catering to diverse cargo requirements.
5-7 days
This route ensures direct connectivity to central England, making it ideal for distribution to various UK regions.
Regular sailings with extensive cargo handling facilities.
30-40 days
This route serves as a major artery for the import of industrial goods and machinery.
High-frequency flights with both direct and connecting options.
3-5 days
Known for its efficiency and speed, this route is perfect for high-value electronics and luxury goods.
Regular container services with robust handling for various cargo types.
30-35 days
This route is strategic for reaching the northern UK markets and industrial zones.
Scheduled services with comprehensive cargo solutions.
35-40 days
This route enhances connectivity to Northern Ireland, supporting both commercial and industrial supply chains.
JMD offers a full spectrum of shipping solutions, from DDP, DAP, to DDU, ensuring that all customs clearance and import taxes are managed efficiently. Their partnerships with top airlines and shipping lines ensure reliable and timely deliveries, minimizing disruptions. Specific services include:
Comprehensive customs brokerage services, ensuring smooth clearance and compliance with UK regulations.
Shipping goods from China to the UK can be both cost-effective and efficient with the right strategies and services. JMD offers several affordable shipping options designed to meet various budget constraints while ensuring reliable delivery. Here's a detailed look at the most economical shipping services provided by JMD, including air and sea freight options.
Less than Container Load (LCL)
Ideal for small to medium-sized shipments, LCL consolidates multiple consignments into a single container, reducing costs by sharing space.
30-40 days
Shanghai to Felixstowe
Ningbo to Southampton
Shenzhen to London Gateway
Guangzhou to Liverpool
Qingdao to Bristol
Cost is shared among multiple shippers, making it the cheapest option for smaller shipments.
Full Container Load (FCL)
Suitable for large shipments, FCL involves renting an entire container, providing better rates for high-volume cargo.
25-35 days
Tianjin to Southampton
Xiamen to Felixstowe
Dalian to London Gateway
Hong Kong to Liverpool
Shanghai to Bristol
Lower cost per unit of goods, especially for large shipments.
Economy Air Freight
A budget-friendly air freight option that offers slower transit times compared to express services, but at a significantly lower cost.
7-10 days
Guangzhou to London Heathrow (LHR)
Shanghai to Manchester (MAN)
Beijing to Birmingham (BHX)
Shenzhen to London Gatwick (LGW)
Chengdu to Edinburgh (EDI)
Cost-effective for urgent but non-time-critical shipments.
Rail Freight
An alternative to sea and air, rail freight offers a balance between cost and speed, connecting China and the UK through a transcontinental rail network.
20-25 days
Xi'an to London
Chongqing to Barking
Chengdu to Manchester
Zhengzhou to Birmingham
Yiwu to Felixstowe
Cheaper than air freight and faster than sea freight, suitable for medium-priority shipments.
Express Consolidation
JMD offers an express consolidation service where multiple small shipments are combined and sent via air or sea, offering significant cost savings.
Air: 5-7 days, Sea: 30-35 days
Shanghai to London Heathrow (air)
Ningbo to Southampton (sea)
Shenzhen to Birmingham (air)
Guangzhou to Liverpool (sea)
Beijing to London Gatwick (air)
Cost-efficient for smaller shipments that require faster delivery than standard LCL.
Air freight is generally faster but more expensive than sea freight. LCL and FCL sea freight options can significantly reduce costs, especially for larger shipments.
The choice of route and the associated transit time can impact costs. Longer transit times typically mean lower costs.
Higher volumes and weights benefit from economies of scale, reducing the per-unit shipping cost.
Combining multiple smaller shipments into one can spread the cost among multiple shippers, offering significant savings.
The cost of shipping from China to the UK varies depending on the shipping method, shipment size, and delivery options. Ocean freight typically ranges from $1,500 to $4,500 per container, while air freight costs around $5 to $10 per kilogram.
Ocean freight shipping from China to the UK takes approximately 25-40 days, depending on the specific route and port of departure. Air freight, on the other hand, takes about 2-4 days for delivery.
Major shipping routes include Shanghai to Southampton, Shenzhen to Felixstowe, Ningbo to London Gateway, Guangzhou to Liverpool, and Qingdao to Teesport.
Shipping delays can occur due to global supply chain disruptions, port congestion, and seasonal demand fluctuations. It is advisable to plan ahead and work with reliable shipping partners to mitigate delays.
The main shipping methods are ocean freight and air freight. Ocean freight is cost-effective for large shipments but slower, while air freight is faster but more expensive, suitable for urgent and high-value goods.
Key documents include the Bill of Lading, commercial invoice, packing list, certificate of origin, and any required import/export licenses.
DDP (Delivered Duty Paid): The seller handles all shipping costs, including customs duties and taxes.
DAP (Delivered at Place): The seller delivers to the destination, with the buyer responsible for import duties and taxes.
DDU (Delivered Duty Unpaid): The seller delivers to the destination, but the buyer pays for import duties and taxes.
To reduce shipping costs, plan shipments in advance, consolidate smaller shipments, choose the right shipping mode, and work with experienced freight forwarders like JMD for efficient handling.
Key ports in China include Shanghai, Shenzhen, Ningbo, Guangzhou, and Qingdao.
Key ports in the UK include Southampton, Felixstowe, London Gateway, Liverpool, and Teesport.
Yes, JMD specializes in the safe transport of batteries, ensuring compliance with international regulations. They offer both air and ocean freight options for battery shipments.
JMD partners with multiple airlines to provide flexible and reliable air freight options, ensuring timely delivery and efficient service.
The cheapest way to ship from China to the UK is typically through ocean freight, especially for large and heavy shipments. Consolidating smaller shipments can also help reduce costs.
JMD uses proactive monitoring, alternative routing options, and efficient customs clearance processes to ensure timely delivery of shipments from China to the UK.
Yes, JMD provides comprehensive customs clearance services, ensuring that all necessary documentation is prepared and submitted to facilitate smooth and timely clearance of shipments.
Bill Guo is a senior expert in logistics and supply chain. As a JMD sales manager and physical expert, he plays a key role in the development of the industry. He has more than ten years of experience in the logistics industry. His expertise has repeatedly delivered high-quality services to customers. Bill Guo's writings show his deep understanding of the industry. They offer valuable advice and leadership to customers and peers.
Bill Guo
Sales Manager ▏JMD
Email:Bill@jmdchina.com ▏info@jmdforwarder.com
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