With a presence in over 40 countries and headquarters in Hong Kong, DocShipper can assist you throughout your international procurement and logistics operations. All over the world
If you want to export or import goods from abroad, you should know about our company and our services, as they will be very useful for you. We are an international freight forwarding company that offers distinct services, sourcing, shipping, and 3PL. Below you will find all the information about our services in China, from sourcing to shipping.
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Docshipper services in Hong Kong
Sea Freight from/to Hong Kong
Although it is the slowest mode of transportation, sea freight has a lot of advantages besides the capacity to enable massive volumes to be transferred across the globe. The sea freight is the way of transportation the most frequently used, mode of transportation its cost of transportation is reasonable. We offer two methods of shipping your goods:
LCL or Less than a container load: This method consists of mixing in a single container the products of different shippers.
FCL or full container load: The container is only available to one shipper. The container is entirely secure, from shipment to arrival, except in case of customs control.
Even if it can be used to ship all types of goods, it is unlikely to be suitable for perishable products.
Road Freight to/from Hong Kong
Road freight is a very important approach since it links the various terminals: from your workplace, your warehouse, or your home, to the departure/arrival terminals like ports, train stations or airports. It provides flexibility but is limited in terms of travel distance.
We would like to point out that we can make door-to-door deliveries over short distances, in a fast and direct way. For instance, this applies to cross-border transport.
Air Freight from/to Hong Kong
When you ship by air freight, you can quickly send shipments over relatively long distances. Although This form of transport is particularly costly and harmful to the environment, it takes only a few days for your products to reach their destination. There are two options when it comes to air freight. Are as follows:
Express air freight: This option is suited to small shipments weighing less than 100 kg. We recommend that you use express service providers such as FedEx, UPS, TNT, or DHL to make your shipments.
Conventional air freight: Take advantage of the facilities offered by conventional airlines such as American Airlines, Qatar Airways and Air France…
DocShipper Advice : Do you want to export your goods from Hong Kong, but you don't know how to do it? Contact our sourcing department to guide you through the logistics process. An expert will get back to you within 24 hours. And if you want more information about DocShipper and our services, you can visit our official website.
Post-transport services in Hong Kong
This applies to Across France, DocShipper has a variety of post-transport logistics alternatives. Would you like to store your items for a longer or shorter period of time? We also provide you with the possibility to store your goods in our warehouses.
In addition, we can provide you with a packing service. This step is important and cannot be overlooked! A poorly packed product can lead to unpleasant shocks and a bad customer experience.
Customs clearance services in Hong Kong
It is a necessary step in international public procurement. It involves a system for controlling and taxing international trade.
Once your items arrive at a country's border, they must be cleared through customs before entering the destination market. This involves the creation of a series of documents to certify the conformity of the items.
Docshipper can assist you in this process to ensure that your products are properly documented at the Hong Kong customs regulations.
Docshipper Alert: Don't forget to provide all the documentation related to your merchandise required by the customs service. If you forget anything, your goods may be detained at customs. Our team is familiar with Hong Kong customs regulations. Ask our team for advice.
Sourcing Services in Hong Kong
Our procurement assistance is a personalized support throughout your purchasing activities. You won't have to waste time looking for the appropriate supplier who produces the good items at a realistic price :
Supplier Search: Our mission is to find wholesalers that meet your requirements.
Price negotiation: This step consists of negotiating the price of your items on your behalf. Trust our many years of expertise in the import/export industry.
Sampling: To approve the quality of the merchandise you want to purchase, we provide you with a sample that allows you to evaluate the quality of the product before starting production.
Compliance: Not every item available from Asian vendors will meet the requirements of your market. We therefore examine the suitability of your items.
Quality Control: Your items reviewed are based on two elements: inspection quantity and inspection thoroughness.
International Logistics: We support you in all aspects of international logistics, from source to final destination.
DocShipper info : Need help finding suppliers in Hong Kong? Do not hesitate to contact us.
Operational capacity across Hong Kong
Logistics services in Tsuen Wan
Tsuen Wan, often spelled Tsun Wan, is an agglomeration of the city of Hong Kong, located opposite Tsing Island. It is located along the sea northwest of Kowloon. It reached a population of 288,728 in 2006 and is known for its fishing boat lined market.
The closest port to the city is Hong Kong, with which it has excellent transportation links. The Hong Kong International Airport is the closest airport to the city.
Logistics services in Kowloon
Kowloon, Located in Hong Kong, in the northwest area of the island, is the most populated area of Hong Kong. It has a population of 2.1 million, and it consists of two sections: Kowloon Peninsula and New Kowloon. Kowloon is connected to Hong Kong Island on the mainland by two road-only tunnels: the Cross-Harbour Tunnel and the Western Harbour Crossing.
The nearest international terminals for air cargo are at Chek Lap Kok, and for sea cargo, the Hong Kong Port.
Logistics services in Victoria
The City of Victoria, or Victoria City as it is commonly known, was once the capital of Hong Kong from the British colonial period until 1860. Located between Hong Kong Island and Kowloon, it has a population of one million in 2001. Victoria City, was one of the first cities of Hong Kong.
It benefits from the presence of the Hong Kong International Airport and Port at Chek Lak Kok which are the closest international terminals.
Transport terminals in Hong Kong
International ports of Hong Kong
Port of Hong Kong
Created in 1821 during the period of colonization of the Americas by the British, the Port of Hong Kong includes nine container ports in the Kwai Chung area, Stonecutter's Island and Tsing Yi. It is located on the South China Sea.
Hong Kong Port ranked fifth in the world's list of the largest ports in 2018 with about
20 million TEUs (Twenty-foot Equivalent Units).
Over many years, the Port of Hong Kong has been one of the busiest container ports in the world. It has also been the busiest port in the world during 1987-1989, 1992-1997, and 1999-2004. In 2016, the number of container ships that passed through Hong Kong Container Port was 25,869.
Hong Kong International Airports
Chek Lap Kok International Airport
Commonly known as the Hong Kong International Airport, Chek Lap Kok International Airport is the main airport of Hong Kong. Built on Chek Lap Kok Island, it was completed on July 6, 1998. Since 1998, the international airport has been operating on a 24-hour basis and is among the busiest cargo crossings in the world. It replaces the old Kai Tak Airport, and is becoming a major hub for cargo carriers, HK Express and Air Hong Kong.
It ranks first in the world and China's largest airports by cargo volume in 2019 with 4.7 million tons of cargo.
FAQ | Freight Forwarders and Sourcing Supply Agent in Hong Kong
How much will I pay for DocShipper's services?
As a result of DocShipper's many years of experience in international freight forwarding, our experts can provide the best solution for your shipments according to your individual requirements. Our warehouses consolidate your goods in a consistent manner depending on your wishes and coordinate suppliers. This way, time-consuming waiting times for storage are avoided. After arrival of your goods at their destination, we divide the shipments in order for each one to reach its respective destination. For more information on this subject, please do not hesitate to contact us!
How to choose among the different means of transport?
Everything depends on the number of articles, the weight and emergency of the import. If you intend to get your products as quickly as possible it is preferable to use air freight but, if you prefer to save as much as possible in this case, sea freight or road freight is the most suitable. For further information, do not hesitate to contact our professionals via our contact form!
How can DocShipper help me find a supplier?
First and foremost, DocShipper is a worldwide network of agents and suppliers that we have certified. Therefore, we most likely have a supplier in our database that you would be interested in. However, if this is not the case, we will find the right wholesaler through our sourcing team to meet your expectations regarding quantity, price, and quality.
Can we combine goods from different suppliers?
With years of experience in international freight forwarding, DocShipper's experts can provide you with the best solution for your shipments for every requirement. Our warehouses consolidate your goods consistently depending on your wishes and coordinate suppliers. All that to avoid long waiting times for storage. When your goods arrive at their destination, we divide the shipments so that everyone reaches their respective destination. Please do not hesitate to contact us for more information on this subject!
How can Docshipper help me with procurement?
Our company is known for its all-inclusive services. In addition to sourcing, our teams handle quality control, international payments, shipping and certification. Furthermore, we also provide services including product design, packaging, translation and/or website/web application creation. An all-inclusive solution for peace of mind and high quality, flexible service!
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DocShipper Advise : We help you with the entire sourcing process so don't hesitate to contact us if you have any questions!
- Having trouble finding the appropriate product? Enjoy our sourcing services, we directly find the right suppliers for you!
- You don't trust your supplier? Ask our experts to do quality control to guarantee the condition of your goods!
- Do you need help with the logistics? Our international freight department supports you with door to door services!
- You don't want to handle distribution? Our 3PL department will handle the storage, order fulfillment, and last-mile delivery!
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