Ocean Shipping

Affordable international sea freight for personal & commercial shipping

Our ocean shipping service is ideal for large, non-urgent deliveries — including barrels, boxes, household moves and commercial freight. We’ll help you move it safely and securely by sea.

Why choose Ocean Shipping with Transpakship?

If you're looking for a secure and affordable way to send goods overseas, ocean shipping is hard to beat — especially for larger, non-urgent shipments. It’s ideal for sending personal belongings, full household moves, or bulk commercial items like stock, tools or equipment.

At Transpakship, we make sea freight easy

Whether you're sending a few barrels or a full container, we guide you through every step — from choosing the right service to handling customs paperwork and packing requirements. Our friendly, experienced team specialises in international shipping to the Caribbean, Africa, and worldwide destinations, with regular sailings and reliable delivery options.

We offer both LCL (Less than Container Load) and FCL (Full Container Load) services, and we’ll help you decide what’s best based on your shipment size, budget, and timeframe. You can also take advantage of our expert Packing Services (link), secure Warehousing & Storage (link), and dedicated Vehicle Shipping (link) options if needed.

With Transpakship, you’ll get honest advice, practical support, and a service that puts you first — every time.

Get Your Shipping Quote

Shipping Made Simple.
Our 4-Step Process

We’ve made international shipping straightforward — here’s how it works:

Tell us what you need

Let us know what you’re shipping, where it’s going, and whether you need collection. We’ll provide a clear, honest quote with no hidden fees.

We collect or receive your items

Choose a convenient home collection or drop your items off at our local depot. We also offer secure warehousing & storage if you need time between packing and shipping.

We prep, pack and handle everything

Need help packing? Use our Packing Services or purchase strong, export-grade materials directly. We’ll take care of labels, manifests and customs paperwork.

Your shipment sets sail

Once loaded, your items travel securely by sea. You’ll get updates throughout, and delivery or collection details once it arrives.

LCL vs FCL — What’s the Difference?

LCL (Less Than Container Load)

You share space in a shipping container with other customers — ideal for smaller loads like a few boxes or barrels.

FCL (Full Container Load)

You get your own container — typically 20ft or 40ft — ideal for full house moves, stock shipments, or vehicle transport.

If you’re unsure, we’ll help you decide the best fit based on volume, budget and timeframe.

Popular Ocean Freight Destinations

We specialise in routes to the Caribbean, but we ship globally. Popular destinations include:

Jamaica, Trinidad & Tobago, Barbados, Saint Lucia, Grenada, Dominica

Nigeria, Ghana, Kenya,
South Africa

UK, Europe, and international ports worldwide

Need to ship somewhere else? Just ask — we’ll find the best route for your goods.

Is Ocean Shipping Right
for You?

Ocean freight is best when:

You’re shipping large, heavy, or bulk items

You’re not in a rush — sea freight usually takes 2–5 weeks

You want to save on costs compared to air freight or courier services

You need a trusted, global method for personal or commercial shipments

If your delivery is urgent or under 70kg, you may prefer our Air Shipping or Courier Services.

Behind every shipment, there is a story

Real stories from people like you

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   angela wilkinson 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I am so grateful to Liz at Transpakship for her help and assistance in ensuring my items would arrive securely to Jamaica. The process was certainly made a lot easier as Liz advised me on preparation and completion of paperwork etc for the container to arrive in Kingston. Liz was always available to contact and to guide me through the process . My goods arrived intact and on time.  I would highly recommend using Transpakship and will use them again.
  
 
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   Steph Macarthur 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I cannot speak highly enough for the service and support this firm gave me as I moved alone from The UK to Australia. Liz was so supportive, focused & efficient, advising me about  packing before the move. Dates from my buyers kept changing but Liz and Gary were patient,supportive and calm, keeping me on track at home. I had many conversations with other members of the team and they are all efficient and lovely. Terry’s team were master packers - TV’s and pictures - no breakages. 10/10
Awesome family business & Team !
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   MissFluffyDiva 21 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I used this company following a recommendation from a friend.  The service from enquiry to delivery has been extremely positive experience.  I used the door to door service from the UK to Jamaica and from the outset I was given updates as to the progress of my goods.  On arrival in Jamaica their agents there were just as professional keeping me updated until delivery. Took all the stress and hassle away.

I will definitely be a returning customer and would highly recommend them.  Worth the 5 stars.

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   Broderick Bowen 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I'm very pleased to offer my recommendation for Transpakship Int. Ltd. I also must say a big thank you to this company who has arranged loading, packing and transporting my 20ft container from Westgate on Sea, Kent, UK, to Montego Bay. door to door. This was my third shipment with this company, need I say more? yes, I'll be shipping with them again within four weeks time because they are extremely helpful and this makes for a more hassle free experience. A big thank you to the team here in UK and their team in Jamaica. Kind regards. B Bowen.
  
 
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   Delroy Foster 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. The best shipping company by far no worries booking with then they get thing done 👌
  
 
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   Sophia Lewis 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We used Transpakship Int Ltd May 2023 and opted for a door-to-door service from the UK to JA.

Excellent service throughout, very informative and Liz was exceptional by taking time to run through the procedures jargon free and always dealt with our questions (because we had many - smile) in a prompt manner.

The packers were very hardworking, friendly and professional.

Hines Freight Services (based in JA) worked well with Transpakship to manage the final leg of our shipment, where we received an exceptional service also.

Will highly recommend Transpakship Int Ltd.

Useful tip - Make sure you obtain the necessary insurance coverage for your consignment and meticulously calculate the costs for each insured item.

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   Lee Giller 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Absolutely first class company, I will have no hesitation in recommending them to anybody.
  
 
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   Victoria Mckenzie 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Great service each and every timenuse them
  
 
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   Dmitrij Zavoronkov 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. For collection - very quick loading. Friendly staff. Enough space for lorry.
  
 
  
  
 
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Frequently asked questions

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How long does ocean shipping take?

Most shipments to the Caribbean take between 2–5 weeks depending on the port and service used. We’ll confirm timings when you request a quote.

What can I send via sea freight?

Personal effects, furniture, household goods, commercial stock, machinery, vehicles and more. We’ll advise on any restrictions.

Do I need to pack everything myself?

No — we offer a full Packing Service, or you can buy barrels, boxes and wrap from us directly.

Can I ship a vehicle by sea?

Yes — check out our Vehicle Shipping page for details on how we move cars, vans and bikes overseas.