Ocean Freight and Container Shipping From Vancouver
Vancouver Freight Forwarder
Port of Vancouver Specialists With a Local Team
Container Shipping Vancouver
20ft and 40ft containers, LCL and project cargo
Full and Shared Containers
FCL for large loads, LCL when you only need part of a container.
Sea Freight Worldwide
Sailings to Asia, Oceania, Europe, Africa and the Americas with major carriers.
Export Documents
Export declarations and bills of lading prepared with you.
Local Vancouver Office
Visit or call our team at 9295 Shaughnessy Street, Vancouver.
Working With a Vancouver Freight Forwarder
A freight forwarder plans and books your shipment from door to destination, so you deal with one team instead of truckers, terminals and shipping lines.
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Quote and Routing
Tell us what you are shipping and where. We compare carriers and routings and send you a clear quote.
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Pickup, Drayage and Loading
We arrange pickup across the Lower Mainland, deliver a container to you or load your cargo at a warehouse.
3
Export and Sailing From Vancouver
We file the export documents and your cargo sails from the Port of Vancouver on the booked vessel.
4
Arrival and Delivery
At destination, once your cargo is released, we arrange final delivery or pickup.
Ready to start? A quote takes about two minutes.
Ocean Freight From Canada's Largest Port
The Port of Vancouver is Canada's largest and busiest port and the country's main gateway to Asia. Its container terminals, including Centerm, Vanterm and Deltaport, connect Vancouver shippers with sailings across the Pacific and around the world.
We book container services with carriers such as Hapag-Lloyd, MSC, Maersk, CMA CGM and ONE, choosing the routing that best balances price and transit time for your cargo.
Shipping from elsewhere in Canada? See our ocean freight services.
Freight Forwarding Services in Vancouver
From one pallet to full containers, our Vancouver freight forwarding team handles:
Why Choose a Vancouver Freight Forwarder
A Vancouver freight forwarder knows the local terminals, trucking companies and warehouses, which means fewer surprises and faster answers when plans change.
We book container trucking in the Lower Mainland, arrange inspections and warehouse handling, and prepare the export paperwork, including the export declarations explained in the CBSA export guide.
When your cargo is on the water, our Vancouver freight forwarder team tracks it and keeps you updated through to delivery, so you always know where your shipment is.
A Vancouver Freight Forwarder You Can Trust
World Cargo has been a Vancouver freight forwarder since 2008. Our local team handles ocean, air and ground freight for businesses and individuals, with clear pricing and real people who answer the phone. Ship with a forwarder that knows Vancouver.
Learn More About Vancouver Freight
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Vancouver Freight Forwarding Questions
Quick answers to the questions we hear most often. Open a question for the short answer.
Still have questions?
Talk to a real person. Our Vancouver team answers the phone and replies to every enquiry.
What does a freight forwarder do?
A freight forwarder plans and books your shipment end to end: trucking, ocean or air transport and the export documents. You work with one team instead of several companies.
How much does it cost to ship a container from Vancouver?
Container rates depend on the destination, container size, season and carrier, plus trucking and port charges. Request a quote and we will compare carriers for you.
Do you handle LCL shipments from Vancouver?
Yes. If you do not have enough cargo to fill a container, we ship it as LCL in a shared container from Vancouver.
Which countries do you ship to from Vancouver?
We ship from Vancouver to destinations worldwide, including Asia, Australia and New Zealand, Europe, Africa, the Middle East and Central and South America.
Can you pick up my cargo in the Lower Mainland?
Yes. We arrange pickup and container delivery throughout Vancouver and the Lower Mainland.
How do I choose a freight forwarder in Vancouver?
Look for local experience, clear pricing, carrier choice and a single point of contact. Ask for a written quote that shows all charges at both ends.
Can you ship air freight from Vancouver too?
Yes. As well as ocean freight, we ship air cargo through Vancouver International Airport.
Do you prepare the export documents?
Yes. We prepare the Canadian export documents and tell you exactly what to provide.
Have more questions?