Your Trusted Sea Freight Partner
Whether you’re looking to move a single shipment or require a long-term partner to look after all your shipping needs, you can trust our ocean freight team to provide an efficient and cost-effective service. With over 30 years’ experience of managing imports and exports, as well as a global network of shipping partners, we can handle almost any load.
Covering exports and imports for 900+ destinations worldwide
A long-term ocean freight partner for customers in various industries
Sustainable partnerships and competitive rates with shipping lines
Cross trade solutions worldwide
Experience of handling all cargo types, from containerised to out of gauge
Authorised to transport hazardous and dangerous goods, including Section 5
Extensive warehouse facilities close to Felixstowe and Liverpool.
Our Ocean Freight Services
Our ocean freight services cover imports and exports, with our team of experts always on hand to ensure our clients’ cargo reaches its destination safely and efficiently.
Logistics management and consultancy
Full container loads (FCL)
Less-than-container loads (LCL)
Supplier consolidations
Abnormal Loads & non-containerised cargo
Ro-Ro (Roll on, Roll off)
Hazardous (inc. Class 1), dangerous & sensitive cargo (inc. Section 5)
Breakbulk (shipped as loose cargo)
Vessel charter or part charter as required
Commercial documentation processing
Export and import license processing
Marine and transit insurance
Case Study
Ocean Freight Case Studies
Our team has the knowledge and expertise to deliver ocean freight solutions suited to the intricacies and regulations of any sector.
Joma Jewellery & Katie Loxton
Industry
Top Services Provided
“Hemisphere have always delivered a reliable, friendly and honest service. I get regular updates on my shipments, their rates are competitive, and I know the team is only ever a phone call or email away. Everyone at Hemisphere understands how we work, which really helps, and it’s far easier having everything covered by one agent.”
Harpinder Rai
Senior Logistics Coordinator
BiGDUG
Industry
Top Services Provided
“Hemisphere understand our business, and that’s what sets them apart from other companies. When challenges arise, they work with us to find solutions that are as cost-effective as possible. The fact that we have worked with Hemisphere for over 12 years is testament to how much we value their relationship and expertise. We would not hesitate to recommend their services to any other business.”
Colin Morris
Logistics & Supply Chain Development Manager
Hopax Europe
Industry
- Manufacturing
- Retail
Top Services Provided
“HFS provides a complete service, which means we only have to deal with one company rather than several. They understand our requirements and enable us to meet the varying service expectations of different customers. Our import and export business has been operating for over 20 years, and they are without doubt one of the best partners we have worked with in Europe. Craig and the rest of the team are great people to do business with.”
Stuart Seymour
European Sales and Marketing Director
What Are Your Business Needs?
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A Long-Term Logistics Partner
Let us take care of your logistics so you can focus on the things that matter most.
Why You Can Trust Us -
Improved Efficiency
We consider the full supply chain and how you can make both time and cost efficiencies.
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Single Shipments
You can rely on us to deliver your consignment, no matter the cargo, origin or destination.
How We Can Help
Ocean Freight Insights from HFS
UPDATE: Multiple shipping lines reroute vessels from Red Sea journeys, delays expected
19th December, 2023
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Stress-free seasonal shipments - quick tips for Black Friday and Christmas
13th September, 2023
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