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Sea freight — Al Basma Express 🚢 Certified service

Sea freight

Full containers (FCL) or shared shipping (LCL) to Gulf and worldwide ports, with customs clearance and end-to-end shipment follow-up.

We advise you between a full container if your shipment is large, or shared shipping where you share a container with other shipments and pay only for your volume. We handle the documents and clearance at both the departure and arrival ports.

  • 🗃️Full containers
  • 🧩Shared shipping (LCL)
  • 🛃Customs clearance
  • 🛡️Comprehensive insurance

💰 The most cost-effective option for full household moves and large shipments.

What the service includes

Everything you get with Sea freight

Clear terms written in advance — no surprises and no last-minute fees.

🗃️ Full container (FCL)

A container dedicated to your shipment alone — best for a full household or large cargo.

🧩 Shared shipping (LCL)

Share a container with other shipments and pay only for your volume — cheaper for small shipments.

📄 Document preparation

Bill of lading, invoice, packing list and certificate of origin when required.

🛃 Customs clearance

Release and clearance formalities at both the departure and arrival ports.

📦 Sea-grade packing

Moisture-resistant packing and securing inside the container to prevent movement at sea.

🛡️ Shipment insurance

Optional coverage against damage and loss in transit.

Comparison

Which container fits your shipment?

TypeApproximate capacityRoughly equals
20 ft container 33 cubic meters Furniture of a two- to three-bedroom apartment
40 ft container 67 cubic meters Furniture of a villa or a whole house
40 ft high cube 76 cubic meters A whole house with tall items
Shared shipping (LCL) Based on your volume Small shipments or single items
How we work

Four clear steps from the first call to delivery

No surprises and no last-minute fees — you know every stage's price and duration in advance.

  1. 1 Request a quote

    Send your shipment details through the form or WhatsApp, and we'll get back to you with a clear quote.

  2. 2 Survey & pricing

    We survey the furniture or shipment, determine the volume and equipment needed, then fix the price in writing.

  3. 3 Packing & transport

    Professional packing with quality materials, disassembly and reassembly by technicians, and transport in enclosed vehicles.

  4. 4 Delivery & assembly

    We deliver on time, reassemble your furniture in place, and you receive your VAT invoice.

FAQ

Questions about Sea freight

How long does a sea shipment take?

Transit time varies widely with the arrival port, shipping line, vessel schedule and customs procedures. We give you a written estimate in your quote and update you if anything changes.

What's the difference between a full container and shared shipping?

A full container is faster because it doesn't wait for other shipments to fill it, and safer because only your belongings are inside. Shared shipping is cheaper but takes longer to consolidate and deconsolidate.

Who pays customs in the destination country?

Customs duties in the destination country are usually paid by the consignee and vary with the type of goods and local regulations. We explain this in your quote before shipping so there are no surprises.

Your shipment is safe in our hands

Send your shipment details now and get a clear quote with no obligation — local furniture moving and international door-to-door shipping.

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