Sea Freight Solutions for Affordable Worldwide Shipping

PACK & SEND is a trusted packaging and shipping provider with extensive international freight forwarding networks, ensuring your bulk shipments are delivered safely, on time, and at competitive rates.

For a comprehensive and flexible sea freight solution, we provide tailored shipping services to meet your business or personal shipping needs. Whether you’re moving goods for international trade, relocating, or sending fragile items, we offer secure and efficient transportation.

Our sea freight services include:

✔ Bulk goods for international trade
✔ Excess luggage for overseas travel
✔ Furniture and household goods
✔ Delicate musical instruments
✔ Antiques, artworks, and fragile valuables

Unmatched Freight & Courier Services – No Limits

Guided by our "No Limits" philosophy, PACK & SEND delivers unparalleled courier and freight services. Whether you're shipping bulk goods or smaller consignments, we provide cost-effective, reliable, and flexible solutions tailored to your needs.

With expertise in handling a wide range of shipments, from large-scale freight to individual parcels, we ensure your goods are delivered safely, efficiently, and on time—no matter the size, weight, or destination.

Premium LCL & FCL Sea Freight Services

PACK & SEND offers premium LCL (Less than Container Load) and FCL (Full Container Load) sea freight services, ensuring reliable and cost-effective shipping to major global destinations and throughout New Zealand.

With our extensive international freight forwarding network, we provide tailored solutions to match your shipping requirements—whether you’re sending smaller consignments or full container loads. Our expertise ensures secure, efficient, and competitively priced sea freight options for businesses and individuals alike.

Timely Delivery

At PACK & SEND, we prioritise on-time delivery, ensuring your shipments arrive as scheduled to keep your business running smoothly. Our efficient freight solutions are designed to minimise delays and provide reliable transit times for both domestic and international shipments.

If unforeseen delays occur due to unavoidable circumstances, we will promptly keep you informed, allowing you to plan accordingly. Our team is committed to providing clear communication and proactive support throughout the shipping process.

For fast, reliable, and transparent freight solutions, trust PACK & SEND to deliver on time.

Competitive Shipping Costs

PACK & SEND provides cost-effective sea freight solutions tailored to your shipping needs and budget. With a range of flexible options, including LCL (Less than Container Load) consolidation and full container shipments, we ensure you get the best value for your freight.

Our extensive network and industry expertise allow us to offer competitive rates without compromising on service quality, ensuring your goods are transported safely, efficiently, and at the best possible price.

Secured and Safety Assurance

At PACK & SEND, we prioritise the safety and security of your goods at every stage of the shipping process. From expert packing to careful transportation and delivery, we take every precaution to prevent loss or damage, ensuring your shipments arrive at their destination in perfect condition.

We also provide specialist protection for high-value, fragile items, including artworks and antiques, offering peace of mind for both businesses and individuals shipping valuable goods.

For business owners looking for a trusted international freight partner, PACK & SEND delivers secure, reliable, and professional cargo shipping services to destinations worldwide.

FAQs of Sea Freight

Let us help you understand if international sea freight is right for you.

What is sea freight and how does it work?

Sea freight is a cost-effective method of transporting large quantities of goods via cargo ships. Goods are packed into containers—typically 20ft or 40ft in size—and loaded onto a vessel for transport to their destination. With cargo ships capable of carrying thousands of containers, sea freight is a widely used solution for global trade, bulk shipments, and commercial freight transport.

Types of Sea Freight Shipping

There are several ways to transport goods via sea freight:

✔ FCL (Full Container Load) – You book an entire container for your shipment, ensuring exclusive use and reducing handling risks. This is cost-effective when shipping large volumes.

✔ LCL (Less Than Container Load) – Your goods share a container with other shipments, making it a budget-friendly option for smaller consignments that don’t require a full container.

✔ RORO (Roll On Roll Off) – Vehicles such as cars, trucks, and trailers are driven directly onto a cargo ship for transport and then driven off at the destination.

✔ Dry Bulk Shipping – Large quantities of commodities like coal, grains, salt, cement, and iron ore are stored in the ship’s hold rather than in containers.

How Does Sea Freight Work?

1️⃣ Booking & Collection – A freight forwarder arranges collection from your supplier.
2️⃣ Port Processing & Customs – Goods clear customs before being loaded onto a container or directly onto a vessel.
3️⃣ Shipping & Transit – Containers are loaded onto a cargo ship and transported to the destination country.
4️⃣ Arrival & Customs Clearance – Upon arrival, goods go through customs clearance at the destination port.
5️⃣ Final Delivery – LCL shipments are unpacked and delivered as loose cartons, while FCL containers remain sealed and are transported directly to the recipient.

What Are the Benefits of Sea Freight?

✔ Cost-Effective – More affordable than air freight for shipments over 100kg or multiple cartons.
✔ Environmentally Friendly – Sea freight has a lower carbon footprint compared to other shipping methods.
✔ Ideal for Bulk Goods – Cargo ships can handle heavy, oversized, or large-volume shipments with ease.
✔ Fewer Restrictions – Unlike air freight, sea freight allows transport of items like flammable goods, perfumes, and pharmaceuticals.

Can I Track My Shipment?

Yes, sea freight shipments can be tracked using container tracking systems. You'll need a container number, booking number, or bill of lading to check the status of your shipment.

How Long Does Sea Freight Take?

Transit times vary depending on the route and distance. On average, sea freight takes between 20 to 60 days to reach its destination.

How Much Does Sea Freight Cost?

Sea freight costs depend on several factors, including:

✔ Weight & volume of goods
✔ Customs brokerage fees
✔ Insurance coverage
✔ Pickup & delivery charges
✔ Fuel surcharges & routing costs
✔ LCL consolidation fees (for shared container loads)

Since rates vary based on origin and destination, a personalised sea freight quote is required.

You can use a shipping calculator to get a quote for sea freight rates from Australia to other countries.

Say, you want to calculate the sea freight from the USA to Australia, you can fill in the relevant fields about origin and destination country along with the postcode to receive a quote.

Is there any Sea Freight insurance or warranty?

PACK & SEND offers the option of Freight plus Warranty which is a form of cover against loss and/or damage of your goods.  We are the only sea freight provider that offers a loss and damage warranty for valuable art and antique items. To reduce any chance of breakage or loss, we offer expert packing services and take the utmost in professional care during transport and delivery.