Most customers opt for sea freight when it comes to international shipping. Sea freight from China to Ukraine is a popular service at Dragon Logistics. We provide high-quality service, competitive pricing, and comprehensive “turnkey” logistics solutions.
Features of sea freight
Shipping from China by sea is one of the most economical types of international transportation. Sea freight is ideal for buyers who prioritize cost efficiency over delivery speed. With around 300 ports in China, finding a convenient shipping route is rarely an issue.
The popularity of sea freight is due to several key advantages:
- low transportation costs;
- consolidation of cargo shipments;
- route safety;
- ability to transport large and complex goods.
Heavy trucks or container ships can carry large volumes of cargo. Typically, goods are loaded into special containers where boxes and pallets are securely fastened, sealed, and locked until they reach the destination port. This method is especially beneficial for smaller customers, as it allows consolidating several small shipments into a single container. The advantage is clear for all parties — lower transport costs ultimately lead to more affordable product prices and higher demand.
Sea freight services from Dragon Logistics:
- assistance in finding reliable suppliers;
- quality control of purchased materials and products;
- proper warehouse storage;
- selection of optimal routes;
- cargo supervision and customs clearance.
All cargo is carefully packed and accompanied by complete documentation — waybills, invoices, packing lists, certificates, and other necessary papers. We organize multimodal deliveries, shipping goods by sea to Europe, then transferring cargo to trucks for transit through Poland into Ukraine. Customs clearance is handled at Ukrainian customs. Upon arrival, goods are unpacked at receiving warehouses and forwarded to their final destination. The typical delivery time for combined sea and road transport from China to Ukraine is approximately 65 days from warehouse receipt.
Cost of sea freight services
Chinese manufacturers are strong competitors to European and Western companies in the global market. Their optimal balance of cost and quality attracts many buyers, including Ukrainian businesses. Trading companies, online stores, and manufacturers source raw materials and goods from China.
Profit matters to every business, regardless of size, so clients often want to estimate shipping costs before placing an order. Rates depend on cargo volume, delivery time, and type of transport. Pricing per cubic meter reflects the space occupied in containers or trucks, while pricing per kilogram considers weight. On average, 1 cubic meter equals approximately 250 kg. Modern pricing methods take into account both packing density and weight, making it easier to evaluate consolidated container shipments. Consolidation enables shipping of small packages for private clients as well as large cargo from 100 kg up to 10 tons, with fair pricing for all.
Dragon Logistics offers a full range of services — storage, transportation, supervision, and door-to-door delivery. Sea freight prices depend on several factors, including:
- weather conditions;
- cargo size and characteristics (dangerous or toxic goods incur higher fees);
- border traffic congestion;
- customs clearance, with or without specialist assistance (clients may choose to handle customs independently);
- urgency level (express delivery in days vs. standard transit times).
Clients can conveniently estimate costs using our online calculator available on the official website.
Comprehensive turnkey logistics solutions
Experienced companies and entrepreneurs know that logistics involves many interconnected processes. For businesses with infrequent or small-volume shipments, maintaining a full-scale logistics department isn’t always practical or cost-effective.
That’s where our comprehensive turnkey service comes in. We handle every step, including:
- finding and verifying suppliers in China (if needed);
- purchasing materials, raw goods, or finished products;
- receiving cargo at our warehouse, with thorough quality, quantity, and condition checks;
- selecting the best transport method (air or sea) and optimal route;
- consolidating multiple small shipments into one;
- providing full legal support during the cargo’s journey — from China to Europe and onward to Ukraine.
Turnkey pricing depends on several factors: delivery speed, transport method, cargo volume, and type. Special categories of goods may require extra safety measures and documentation, which can affect final costs.
Dragon Logistics ensures fast, affordable international delivery. Sea freight from China is the most economical choice for non-urgent cargo. For urgent, perishable, or high-value items, we offer reliable express air freight.