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Freight Shipping between China and Europe | DocShipper

Have you just found products or a supplier in China and you want to import goods into a European Union country? Freight shipping to Europe from China has seen a significant increase in recent years, spurred by growing demand for Chinese products in European markets and improvements in transport infrastructure to facilitate the movement of goods between the two. regions.Do you find it difficult to find the right information about regulations and different modes of transport? Through this guide, we will help you understand by detailing the strengths and weaknesses of each transport method, as well as all the steps for the customs clearance of your goods.

Whether you're a large company, a small business, a start-up or an individual, DocShipper can organize your shipment from start to finish, without you having to do anything. Tell us about your project, so our experts can find the most appropriate solution for your freight and give you tips on how to save on shipping costs. We'll answer any questions you have!

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Freight Shipping from China to UK | Rates – Transit times – Duties & Taxes – Advices

Do you need help with importing goods from China to the UK? Confused by the "Brexit" of the United Kingdom which is no longer a member of the European Union? Although you can find thousands of articles online and spend nights reading about it, we decided to make this guide to save you time and make your life easier.Logistics from China to UK involves effective supply chain coordination to ensure the safe and timely transport of goods. We will guide you through the different modes of transport you need to use, the requirements and regulations you need to be aware of before importing products from China to the UK (or the opposite for that matter).

Whether you're a large company, a small business, a start-up or an individual, DocShipper can organize freight shipping from China to UK from start to finish, without you having to do anything. Tell us about your project, so our experts can find the most appropriate solution for your freight and give you tips on how to save on shipping costs. We'll answer any questions you have!

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Freight Forwarder & Sourcing Agent in China

About Docshipper China

We are the Chinese branch of the DocShipper Group. We operate all of the group's operations in the country. With the support of the group and our network in logistics, we treat your request on a case-by-case basis. DocShipper is not a traditional logistics company, not even close... Our team tries every day to optimize the logistic processes in order to maximize your results, your costs ... DocShipper was founded with the clear intention of redefining the international logistics for SMEs (Small and Medium Enterprises) and individuals.

Our support does not stop with international logistics, we also have a department specialised in sourcing which is also very active in China. We support you throughout the purchasing process: supplier research, negotiation, quality control ... Easy procurement!

Finally, we also have a specialised 3PL branch for E-Merchants, a distribution center based in Camporosso in northern Italy which allows us to manage inventory, order fulfilment and last mile delivery.

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When to choose maritime groupage (LCL) or full container (FCL)?

When shipping goods by sea freight, you can opt for a groupage solution (LCL) where you will share the container with other shippers. In general, we recommend this solution if you have less than 14/15 cubic meters. On the other hand, if you have more than 15 cubic meters, we advise you to reserve a whole container 20 feet. Even if you only fill the container halfway with its capacity of 33 cubic meters, the whole container (FCL) will be more profitable.

How much and how is air freight charged?

When you ship by air, you naturally have the price of air freight which is invoiced in Kgs (generally between 2 USD and 4 USD per Kgs). Remember that the airline will invoice based on the most important value between the gross weight (on the scale) and the volumetric weight (1 cubic meter = 167 Kgs). In addition to freight costs, you will also be subject to airport charges and other conventional charges, in particular during customs clearance with customs duties and taxes.

What are the advantages of air freight?

As you might have guessed, the main advantage of air cargo is simply its speed of execution. Indeed, in a few days your cargo can be shipped from one end to the other of the world when it would have taken more than 40 days by sea. In addition to the speed of execution, air freight has a worldwide coverages since it includes the majority of international airports in the world, a way to streamline shipments but also to limit road freight costs on departure and / or arrival.

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There are diverse methods to ship your goods from/to China. You can opt for the profitability of the sea freight, the speed of the air freight, trucking if it's close, express if it's small, or even rail freight if you go for a happy medium.

At first sight, the process sounds like a complicated adventure for inexperienced importers/exporters who are not familiar with this field. It's not only a question of technicality, indeed the small unseen detail can wreck the entire operations.

We, at DocShipper, don't handle requests as a traditional freight forwarder. We work on a case by case basis in order to dedicate an expert on each operation. This devoted consultant will assist you from A to Z to make sure the shipment is the smoothest possible.

What is the role of a freight forwarder like DocShipper?

A freight forwarder aims to consolidate a multitude of logistics services in order to build a solution in line with the expectations of the shipper: storage, packaging, international freight, customs clearance, verification of the documentary bundle ... The freight forwarder takes care of everything! It will thus call on several operators who are specialized in each phase of the logistics chain.

Why choose a door-to-door service with DocShipper?

Door-to-door is a service that could be described as premium package. Indeed, this solution will include all the needs of the importer, from collection at the supplier factory to delivery to destination in your warehouse, your office ... It is the perfect solution if you do not master logistics and that you don't want to get your hands dirty in the process.

What are the advantages of DocShipper?

DocShipper has several advantages that set it apart from the competition. First, it is the only company (in the world!) Capable of managing the product chain from purchase to delivery. We start with the sourcing services to help you in the supply, then we continue with the international transport services to finally finish (for E-Merchants) with a 3PL service (inventory management and distribution). In addition to having only one contract with a single operator, you also have the opportunity to deal with one of our dedicated consultants from one end of the chain to the other, a way to optimize communication.

How can DocShipper manage the entire product cycle?

DocShipper is made up of 3 departments, first sourcing to allow you to find the right product at the optimal price. This is also this department who will handle product quality control and compliance testing. Next comes the freight, whether by air, sea or rail, we will transport your cargo and clear it once it arrives at its destination. Finally, our 3PL services (distribution center) for your E-Commerce activities. There you go, focus on your marketing and let us handle the rest!

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Sourcing agent services in China

DocShipper aim to assist and facilitate your procurement process from A to Z. That's why, we also provide China sourcing services which is the combinaison of all procurement steps : supplier search, negotiation, products compliance, quality control... You are not sure your supplier is reliable ? Let us verify ! You want to guarantee the production ? We will control it ! You don't want bad surprise when product arrive at customs at destination ? We will make sure your product comply with your targeted market !

A unique and perfect solution!

From conception to delivery passing by development, certain factors such as quality guarantee, factory certifications, product innovation, financial conditions, minimum order quantities to name a few, can cause concern or even problems. It is legitimate that you cannot handle all these steos alone, especially if you are not welle experienced about internationla procurement.

Here DocShipper it is ! Our expertise allows us to be very active on these issues. The solution will then be quickly found and implemented. We pay attention to the volume as well as the status of the supplier to allocate the corresponding support.

Doing business in China is often time-consuming and unprofitable especially at the start. It is a shame to miss this gold mine. In order to avoid this, trust Docshipper who will be your right hand in China. You just need to focus on the promotion of your product while we take care of all the rest. This offer is obviously tailor-made in order to offer an "all-inclusive solution". Design, Packaging, Transport, Customer relations etc ...

Let your worries become our own, release your stress, take example from hundreds of clients who want trust our services !

How do we proceed? What are the different stages of this sourcing process?

The procurement process is a combination of various interactions with several actors. Thanks to our experience, we are able to be in touch with all the different players. Even if you let a sourcing services company in China handle your purchase, you should have a clear idea of the process to know where you set foot. The different steps below are standard, but it's hard to handle them all together.

Here are the key points before receiving the goods at the port or at your chosen delivery place:

Specifications of the project

Our employees, unlike our competitors, are the direct link between the buyer and the seller in order to limit the talkers and to gain accuracy and flexibility with regard to your requests.

We consequently made the decision within DocShipper to offer you a relationship of trust with customer officers who are themselves the architects of the research and negotiation process with suppliers. In fact the specifications will be taken into account and transmitted to the selected suppliers with attention.

These specifications must be transmitted precisely, thoughtfully and synthetically in a single email so that our teams and suppliers can save time, your time. It should include the following:

1. Your product(s) specifications:

Link of the reference (Amazon, Alibaba, Aliexpress, etc.)
Specifications if the link is not enough
Pictures if the link is not enough
Others details if necessary

2. The MOQ (Minimum Order Quantity) for the first order:

If you want to order 10,000 motorcycles for example, we need to know what quantities by color and power as well as the target price by reference. It is not mandatory but if for example you have already had quotes from one or several supplier(s) in the past, we advise you to send us these quotes, in order to save time in our research and seek to beat a price that you have already negotiated. This target price will also help us to search directly with supplier providing the range of product you expect.

Sourcing Services Providers Search

The crucial step in the procurement process is we will directly check if suppliers meet your requirements in terms of:

Pricing
certifications and norms of your market
Customization of your products and how
Expertise to work on contracts in compliance with any manufacturing contracts (OEM-ODM) / subcontracting
Respect for any intellectual property of the client
Varied customer needs
Additional subjective analysis of the quality of a supplier among many

An internal shortlist will be carried out on these requirements in order to select the appropriate supplier(s) for the next step.

(Optional) Quality control

Quality control is a step that we often recommend, based on various variables, in order to verify your products and their characteristics. We work with our partners to offer you different types of QC, flexible and covering the entire Chinese territory.

This control is generally of 2 types: appearance / functional

90% of these checks take place at the end of the production and therefore after the payment of the supplier deposit (generally negotiated at the best conditions of 30% of the total amount of the order). This control will check compliance with the specifications and control any manufacturing defects. We will be able to enforce the manufacturing conditions (previously negotiated with the supplier) in order to obtain a correction, compensation with regard to the problem.

Payment of the supplier

Supplier payment takes place after validation of the quote through us and according to the conditions negotiated with the supplier. In general we obtain from them a deposit of 30% before production, then the remaining payment (70%) after optional quality control and before sending the goods.

More favorable and flexible conditions can be negotiated on a case-by-case basis with the manufacturers once the first transactions have been completed and trust established. In the last step, we will talk about supply chain management and cash management.

International Logistics

We are proud to be able to offer you, within our forwarding department, international transport services.

DocShipper is indeed one of the little china sourcing agencies with an integrated company model, offering the sourcing service in total synergy with the transport service.

However, in the spirit of always favoring our customers, we will constantly put our own transport department in competition with the supplier's transporter in order to select the best solution at the best price.

This transport will meet your convenience in terms of delay, cost, and method of transport (sea, air, train). We will thus negotiate the best prices according to the Incoterm of your choice. This is not only a great help for our customers but also a plus for our partner suppliers who are often lacking the capacity to deliver to the customer's door (Incoterm DAP).

Supply chain and treasury management

Order & relationship management on recurring and long-term business with the supplier(s).
Creation of a provisional order calendar taking into account the supplier's production capacity, transport transit times varying according to seasonality, manufacturer's holiday periods.
Management and improvement of payment conditions in order to otpimize the cash flow of your business. We will try to negotiate with suppliers in order to reduce your working capital requirements to improve your net cash.
Competitive and market price survey.

Step 1 - Your project

DocShipper's goal is 100% customer satisfaction from the start. Transparent and concise cooperation is key, we put in place what it takes to achieve these ideals.

Step 2 - Execution of the plan

Step 3 - Monitoring of operations

Step 4 - Finalize the order

A PORTFOLIO OF MORE THAN 3000 SUPPLIERS

Thanks to our experience including daily checks, we now have a catalog of more thna 3000 suppliers. This trust and maintained relationship allows us to be comfortable as for the quality of the service and the product. With a view to customer satisfaction, it is mandatory for us to be sure that quality meets your expectations.

DocShipper, initially an Asian freight forwarder, has seen the development of more and more services, ultimately being able to offer an all-inclusive package.

Choose us: We buy, we regulate, we deliver, you sell!

FAQ | Sourcing agent in China

Why use a sourcing agent?

There are many excellent factories in China; however, dealing with Chinese factories requires a lot of experience: product quality control processes (material requirements, processing technologies, in-process quality testing, and finished products), shipping, and export management. Using a professional company like DocShipper will help you buy goods in China with much less hassle and at a lower cost!

What is the role of a Sourcing Agent?

The sourcing agent is your right hand in China. He will be in charge of representing you, analyzing and selecting candidates in line with your needs.

Once the supplier is chosen, the agent can launch production while controlling the quality of the products and making sure that the shipment complies with the rules of the destination country. Generally speaking, this agent will make sure to avoid the slightest problem in the purchasing chain in order to facilitate the decision-making process on your side.

Are there minimum order quantities (MOQ) ?

There are no minimum order quantity requirements. However, we prefer orders with a purchase amount exceeding $5,000 USD. The reason for this is that if you are looking for small quantities for a low-priced item, you may find that customs clearance, duties, freight, and bank transfer fees cost more for your shipment itself.

Where do you find suppliers?

First of all, it's easy to find suppliers and get quotes from yourself or from sourcing agents. Web giants such as Alibaba, Taobao, 1588, and AliExpress… are the best-known sites for sourcing from China.

On the other hand, the advantage of using a sourcing agent is that we take care of the tedious but important details in order to make the whole sourcing process safe, fast, and simple so that you have more time to focus your efforts on marketing your products.

What are the criteria for the supplier search?

It is one of the most important steps to succeed with your business, so it is necessary to check different points when starting with a supplier such as price, certifications and standards of the importing country, ability to customize, ability to work on contract in compliance with possible manufacturing contracts (OEM-ODM), subcontracting, respect for the possible intellectual property of the client, the varied needs of the client …

Do you need to be in China to source?

You don't always have to be in China to source products, but there can be advantages to being there.

In this age of globalization, you can use various online platforms and resources to find and purchase products from anywhere in the world. There are many online marketplaces and sourcing platforms that allow you to connect with suppliers and manufacturers in China and other countries.

However, having a presence in China can have some sourcing advantages. It allows you to meet potential suppliers in person, visit factories and check the quality of their products. You can also negotiate prices and shipping terms in person, which can be more effective than doing it remotely.

If you don't have the ability to travel to China, you can always work with a third-party procurement agent or inspection company that can help you manage the procurement process and ensure you get the best quality products at the best price.

How much do sourcing agents charge?

Goods Sourcing agents typically charge a commission or percentage of the total order value, which can range from 3% to 10% or more. Some agents may also charge a flat fee for their services or charge by the hour.

It's important to understand what services are included in the sourcing agent's fee, as some only handle the initial sourcing and negotiation process, while others may provide additional services such as quality control inspections, factory visits, and logistics coordination.

When working with a sourcing agent in China, it is recommended that you understand their fees and included services before you begin working with them. It is also advisable to compare fees and services from several agents to ensure you get the best value.

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Warehousing services

What storage service do you need?

Storage of commercial goods

DocShipper China offers a wide range of storage solutions for businesses of all sizes. From small startups in E-commerce that need flexible and low-cost storage for their goods, to large organizations that need complete logistics solutions, including local, national and international collections and deliveries.

We understand that consumers expect to receive their purchases as quickly as possible and that good quality storage in which inventory can be well organized means that your company can efficiently deliver what your customers want.

Types of possible risks in the warehouse

goods falling off shelves or racks
someone who falls off the shelves
stock or materials blocking emergency exits
used packaging accumulations
poor storage resulting in increased risk of manual handling, e.g. by placing bulky items above head height
spills of goods causing environmental damage or increasing the risk of slips and trips
exposure to improperly stored hazardous substances
contamination or danger caused by the simultaneous storage of unsuitable materials
the use of mechanical handling equipment, e.g. loads falling from forklift trucks
vandalism, theft and arson causing pollution
combustible substances

*This list shows only a few examples, there may be more that apply to your business.

Distribution Center for E-Commerce (3PL)

DocShipper is a group that accompanies its customers from the beginning to the end of the product cycle, which is our big advantage! Do you need help with your purchases? Our sourcing department is there! You need to charter goods worldwide? Our forwarding department will handle the operations. You need help with the distribution of your products? Call on our 3PL services!

With a distribution center based in Camprosso in Northern Italy, we are perfectly located in the heart of Europe to dispatch parcels across the continent. Do not hesitate to contact our experts or take a look at our dedicated page to learn more: 3PL services.

What is a 3PL service?

When you opt for a 3PL service, you opt for ease! No more need to manage your inventory yourself, prepare orders and take care of B2C deliveries, we now manage them for you. Here is the range of services that our 3PL department is able to manage:

Storage and inventory management

This is the first step once the shipment has arrived at the distribution centre. Revenue is recorded and arranged in an orderly manner (model grouping). The inventory is thus established on Spreadsheet (online excel sheets generated by Google) and is updated in real time according to the entries and exits of the stock.

Preparation of orders

It's time to deliver a customer! The first thing to do is to prepare the order: consolidate the products if necessary, print the label to standardize the shipment, pack the order... It is notably in this phase that you can personalize the order (for example with a sticker) to highlight your brand image.

Delivery of orders

What is a distribution centre without parcel delivery service? Naturally, we will take care of the shipment once it has been planned. With advantageous lead times, look for proximity to your customers! The delivery of products from China is not viable for your brand image, with delays that exceed one month, you can be sure to lose a good part of your customers . By operating a distribution center directly in the heart of Europe, your product will be delivered in a few days (3/5 days max in Europe), up to 24h/48h in France...

FAQ | Warehousing Services

🤔 Why request the services of a warehouse?

It is very useful to request the services of a warehouse when your business starts to grow and you no longer have the space to manage your stock independently. Good quality storage where inventory can be well organized can also help you ship your orders faster to your customers.

💰 How are storage rates determined?

There is no fixed price for warehousing services, warehouse rates are determined by the space used for the stock, the speed with which products will enter and leave the warehouse, and the specific handling and shipping requirements for an individual product.

🚨 What are the risks of having your goods in a warehouse?

There is no such thing as zero risk, so you should still be aware of certain risks that can occur when using a warehousing service. These can be goods falling off the shelves, exposure to dangerous substances improperly stored, contamination or danger caused by the simultaneous storage of inappropriate materials, vandalism, theft and arson causing pollution and many others. That is why it is important to be well informed about the warehouse where you wish to store your goods.

🛡️ How do you know if your goods are safe in a warehouse?

It is important to check the security and standards used before entrusting our goods to a normal warehouse. At DocShipper, all our warehouses are equipped with the highest level of security for your goods, including: state-of-the-art video surveillance 24/7 with 30-day hold, security systems connected to the cells, and continuous human surveillance.

📦 What is a 3PL warehouse?

The 3PL is generally dedicated to e-commerce, it allows companies to use services of reception, storage and distribution of goods so that the customer can focus on the growth and expansion of his business through marketing to have less burdens in the daily management of operations.

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Sea Freight Shipping Services From & To China

Do you want to ship your goods via sea freight from China? This page contains all of the answers to your questions. There are several factors to take into consideration regarding maritime transport activities such as: LCL or FCL, the delays, the advantages and inconveniences, the benefits and the essential information to keep in mind.

Sea freight provides an opportunity to participate in economies of scale thanks to «the shipping line » which allows (maritime companies) to transport thousands of containers per trip, therefore making it the most exploited method of transport in today’s world.

Whether you're a large company, a small business, a start-up or an individual, DocShipper can arrange your shipment from start to finish, without you having to do anything. Tell us about your project, so our experts can find the most appropriate solution for your freight and give you tips on how to save on sea shipping costs. We'll answer any questions you have!

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Rail freight services

Rail freight in China is one of the most important modes of transport for the movement of goods within the country and internationally.

The rapid development of China's rail transport system has led to significant improvement in rail freight services over the past decades, making it an attractive choice for companies wishing to transport goods across the country.

With the establishment of the New Silk Road, also known as the Belt and Road Initiative, rail freight in China has become even more important for international trade, providing an efficient, reliable and economical means of transportation to connect China with its trading partners around the world.

DocShipper China offers an expert rail freight service from all Chinese cities to Europe, or anywhere in the world, providing increased flexibility to customize our offers to the specific needs of our customers.

We have compiled in this guide all the essential information on rail transport between China and Europe, Russia or Central Asia. If you're looking for an efficient alternative to air or ocean freight services, you've come to the right place. We invite you to dive into this instructive and enriching read!

DocShipper is a company specializing in international logistics, which offers a full range of shipping services. We organize all the stages of your shipment, from the collection of the goods to their final delivery. We also take care of all the necessary formalities, such as customs formalities, documentation, packaging, storage, transport and tracking of your shipment.

We also offer a wide variety of shipping services to meet all of our customers' needs, whether it's ocean freight, air freight or ground freight. our goal is to facilitate the safe and efficient shipping of your goods, while providing excellent customer service. If you have any questions or would like a quote for your next shipment, do not hesitate to contact us via our online form.

Our rail freight services from China

We offer rail freight solutions that ensure safe, reliable and environmentally friendly transport services, covering a wide geographical area that stretches from Europe to Asia. As for sea freight, we offer two options: shipping LCL (Less-than-Container-Load) or FCL (Full-Container-Load).

LCL in rail freight

If a shipment is not large enough to fully fill a container, we can organize the reservation of your cargo in groupage. This type of shipment is called LCL (Less than Container Load) shipment. We will organize a full container (FCL) with a primary carrier and consolidate shipments from multiple shippers. This means that the forwarder (here DocShipper) who reserves a full container accepts goods from different shippers and groups all these goods in one container as a fully loaded container - FCL. The freight forwarder sorts these goods at their destination or at the transhipment points, intended for different recipients in different ports.

How much does rail freight cost from China?

When we make an offer for rail transportation, we will base our pricing on multiple factors. Are you planning to ship your cargo by train? Then clarify the following points which will be essential to determine the adequate offer:

Cargo volume: The dimensions of your cargo after packaging
Cargo weight: Gross weight of the goods on the scale
Distance: The costs will be proportional to the distance traveled by train
Origin and destination: These 2 points will, in particular, make it possible to determine the trucking costs from/to the stations
Nature of goods: Some goods are more complex than others, for example, dangerous goods
Insurance: You decide to insure your shipment? This will have a cost not to be overlooked
Customs clearance: Customs duties and taxes will be an important factor you will have to consider

However, in general, rail freight costs from China to other countries can range from a few hundred dollars to several thousand dollars per container.

For an accurate estimate, we suggest you contact us directly to discuss your shipment and obtain a quote.

Advantages and disadvantages of rail freight from China

Don't ask too much! It's still the beginning of the rail transport, but the future looks bright! As mentioned previously, with the heavy investments of the world's leading power, we can be sure that things will change, and quickly!

A railway line that crosses the world from the Far East to Western Europe is the new Silk Road! Indeed, it sometimes happens that sea freight or air freight is not a perfect alternative to freighting from China. It was around mid-2017 that this route really took shape with the transport of a cargo over 12,000 km, from East China to Great Britain in London, just that!

Faced with the rise of this mode of transport, DocShipper, a freight forwarder based in China, also offers rail freight services. Now let's take a look at the main advantages of this method of transport.

Rail freight advantages

Rail vs Sea vs Air freight

As previously stated, DocShipper is able to offer rail, sea, and air transport.

Normally, before choosing a shipping process, we need to assess:

The place of origin and destination and if there is an appropriate infrastructure
Quantity and type of goods you import from China
Cost of freight from China to different destinations

By performing an appropriate assessment, we will recommend the shipping process that will be most in line with both your budget and time requirements.

Of course, we do all of this by weighing the possible pros and cons of each process. Let's see this together:

Railway stations in Eurasia

Russia: Ekaterinburg, Saint Petersburg, Moscow, Vladivostok, Irkutsk, Nizhny Novgorod, Kaluga, Tomsk, Bazaiha, Cheljabinsk, Perm, Samara, Omsk, Novomoskovsk, Tobolsk
Estonia: Tallinn, Narva, Paldiski
Belarus: Minsk, Mogilev, Orscha
Kyrgyzstan: Alamedin, Bischkek, Osh
Azerbaijan: Baku, Kishly
Latvia: Riga, Zilupe, Daugavpils
Ukraine: Kiev, Odessa, Dnepropetrovsk
Uzbekistan: Taschkent, Chukursay, Uchkuduk
Turkmenistan: Aschgabad, Balkanabad, Turkmenbaschi
Lithuania: Vilnus, Klaipeda, Kjana
Kazakhstan: Almaty, Aktau, Karaganda
Tajikistan: Duschanbe, Hudzhand, Kurgan-Tjube

Hamburg - Germany

Rail connections: Ludwigshafen / Frankfurt / Karlsruhe / Munich / Kornwestheim / Stuttgart / Duisburg / Neuss / Rostock / Lübeck / Kiel / Nuremberg / Cologne / Basel / Busto (IT) / Verona (IT) / Lovosice (CZ) / Taulov (DK) / Napoli (IT) / Madrid (ES) / Patras (GRC) / Vienna (AT) per day
Storage capacity: 1280 TEU, 120 trailers over 320,000 m²
Opening hours: 24 hours a day from Monday to Saturday
Terminal management: 400,000 units per year
Crane options: 7 gantry cranes, 2-terminal tractor
Railway infrastructure: 4 railways (720 m each), 4 railways (620 m each), 4 railways (585 m each)
Truck fleet: chassis for all container sizes
Refrigerated caps
Stationary brake test facility
Container depot
Container repairs
Customs clearance services

FAQ | Rail transport advantages

✅What are the advantages of rail freight compared to other modes of transport?

It's faster than a boat, cheaper than a plane, it's sometimes the perfect balance, the perfect formula for your expedition. Moreover, it is a reliable, well-organized transport, suitable for heavy and bulky goods. In fact, DocShipper China provides a professional rail service from all cities in China to Europe.

🌍Where can DocShipper provide its rail service?

(1) In stations in Europe: (Austria, Belgium, Spain, Sweden, Finland, Germany, Italy, France, Netherlands, Hungary, Poland, Norway) (2) Eurasia: (Russia, Moscow, Estonia, Belarus, Kyrgyzstan, Azerbaijan, Latvia, Ukraine, Uzbekistan, Turkmenistan, Lithuania, Kazakhstan, Tajikistan) (3) Asia: (China, Russia, Central Asia)

📝What documents are required for road haulage?

The CIM consignment note or the Lettre de Voiture Internationale (LVI). This document is drawn up by the consignor and the railway company. There is a contract of carriage as soon as the company has agreed to carry the goods. This acceptance is evidenced by the date stamped on the consignment note at the forwarding station.

❌What are the disadvantages of rail freight?

The cost of shipping by rail freight can be quite expensive when it comes to short distances. Delays at border crossings if there is a change of rail operator. Due to strict routes and timetables, rail freight transport lacks flexibility. Door-to-door delivery is not possible. Once the freight arrives at the rail terminal, alternative logistics solutions must be considered to transport it to its point of destination. The booking process is longer compared to the organisation of freight transport by road.

💸What are the variables that determine the cost of shipping by rail freight?

The calculation of the cost of sending by rail freight depends on several factors described below. If you are considering shipping goods by rail in order to choose the cheapest freight transportation service, please consider the following: (1) Shipment dimensions: These include the size and weight of the goods being transported. (2) Distance: rail is the cheapest means of freight transport for long distance shipments. (3) Pick-up and delivery points: How far from the nearest railway station are the pick-up and delivery points? (4) Nature of goods: what types of articles are best suited for rail freight transport (fragile objects, toxic, flammable substances, etc.)? (5) Insurance: Depending on the nature of the goods transported, additional insurance forms may be required. (6) Customs clearance: when your shipment crosses the border, customs clearance and import fees may apply.

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Air freight is one of the safest and fastest method of freight shipping. It allows in particular to provide a certain number of unique advantages: unbeatable deadlines, precise follow-up thanks to tracing numbers, worldwide coverage ... This is what we are going to dive in on this page!

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