IMPORT SERVICES

Sea freight is usually the cheapest means by which to import goods to the UK, particularly from countries further afield such as China or the US. We have extensive contacts with international shipping companies and can arrange for your goods to be transported to the UK as efficiently and cost-effectively as possible.

We can advise which might be the best sea freight option to choose. For larger consignments or those which contain potentially hazardous materials, a full container load shipment may be the most appropriate.

If you’re transporting smaller amounts of goods then a less than container load allows you to effectively share the costs of shipping goods with other companies and individuals.

At SSO International Forwarding, we will advise which is the most suitable for your needs as well as negotiating with the shipping company on your behalf. We can help secure a lower price to ship your goods through our extensive network of trusted global partners.

Air Freight offers fast and flexible shipping of your goods into the UK. It can be considerably more expensive than sea freight but it does give you a greater range of options in terms of where your goods are brought into the country. In principle, it’s possible to import goods into any UK airport rather than just relying on a handful of ports. If you’re importing goods that have a low volume but a high value and you require speedy delivery, then air freight can be the most efficient option.

Road freight can be used to import goods from the EU. Regulations regarding importing goods from Europe have changed as a result of Brexit which has led to some delays and confusion. We will find the most cost-effective road freight option for your goods and help you negotiate the new post-Brexit regulations regarding trade with the EU.

Successfully clearing customs is a key part of the import process. We make it easy for you to negotiate the customs process removing the hassle that can be off-putting. We make sure that you comply with HMRC guidelines and that any duties are paid. We take care of all of the necessary documentation and eliminate the risk of delays arising.

All declarations are declared through an HMRC approved declaration system. Any customs issues that do arise are dealt with by experienced logistics professionals and won’t lead to an onward impact on your supply chain. All shipments are cleared end-to-end in the EU and worldwide by SSO International Forwarding.

Clearance and delivery of cargo from all major UK ports

Once your goods have arrived in the UK we ensure that they clear customs in a timely manner. We then transport them to their final destination or to our storage facility in St Helens for shipping on to the end customer as and when required. We make it easy to get your goods into the UK, and facilitate their transit to your customers.

We have a 40,000 sq ft storage facility available to store your goods until they are required for delivery. Based just outside St Helens we have easy access to the M62 and M6, as well as Liverpool and Manchester airports, and Liverpool Seaport. We will get your goods where they need to be whenever they’re needed with the minimum of fuss or delay.

SSO International Forwarding has industry-leading levels of expertise in handling imports and exports. We take a thoroughgoing approach to what we do and provide unrivalled levels of customer service. We’re always on hand to answer any questions you might have and can guide you through the whole process with minimal fuss.

Whatever your own level of experience with importing goods into the UK, we can provide you with ongoing support to help you streamline your operation, grow your business and increase your profit margins.