Sea freight is the most cost-effective way to ship goods internationally. It takes longer than air freight, but for large shipments — or any cargo where price matters more than speed — ocean freight is usually the smart choice.

RFS Worldwide handles both Full Container Load (FCL) and Less than Container Load (LCL) shipping from major UK ports including Felixstowe, Southampton, London Gateway, and Tilbury. You only pay for the space you actually need.

If you’ve got enough cargo to fill a 20ft, 40ft, or 40ft High Cube container — or if you simply prefer the security of a container to yourself — FCL is the right option. Your goods travel alone, sealed, and arrive without being mixed with anyone else’s cargo. FCL shipping is ideal for bulk goods, retail stock, and high-value products.

Got a smaller shipment? With LCL container shipping, you share a container with other companies and only pay for the space your cargo takes up. LCL is the most affordable sea freight option for anyone shipping pallets rather than full container loads — perfect for small businesses, e-commerce sellers, and one-off imports.