Is moving abroad by sea freight the most cost effective way to move your household goods to another country?

Most relocations abroad moves are done so with shipping in sea freight containers. Depending on the size of the move, and the speed with which the move items are to arrive at your destination, there is a variety of options for you to chose from.

How are my belongings moved by sea freight?

Moving overseas by Sea Freight is performed in a number of ways, and there are a number of container usage options available. 

Full Container Load – Sole Use Containers when moving overseas

If you require a Full Container Load then you will use the FCL method which allows for direct shipping of your goods in your own dedicated container and not mixed with anyone else’s belongings which can often cause delays.

There are three main sizes of shipping containers that you can consider, 20 foot which holds approximately 28 to 30 cubic meters (average 3 bedroom home), a 40 foot container that holds approximately 58 to 60 cubic meters, and 40 foot high cube which holds approximately 65 to 70 cubic meters (average 4-5 bedroom home).

Less than Full Container – Shared Containers when moving overseas

This option allows you to share the cost of a sea freight container with other people who are also moving personal effects to the same destination. Keep in mind this can increase transit times whilst we try to full the container tp the same destination.