Sea Freight

The benefits of the consistent service provided by these preparations are highlighted during the peak seasons, when less-prepared forwarders’ containers are left on the quay by full vessels.

For many importers, including ‘just in time’ manufacturers and retailers, consistent performance within the supply chain is critical.

An individual component may be valued at just a few dollars, but if its delay shuts down an automotive assembly line, the associated cost could run into millions.

For retailers, maintaining stock levels to meet demand is key in delivering their brand promise, maintaining margins and growth.

Metro’s reliable, economical ocean freight services encompass conventional and bulk shipping, Full Container Load (FCL) and Less than Container Load (LCL) shipments.

We transport bulk, dangerous goods and chemicals by conventional vessels and use specialised container equipment, including Flexitanks, ISO Tanktainers and Open-top.

Our robust partner network provides comprehensive multi-country and multi-vendor buyer consolidation services from all major origins, with full inventory visibility and control through our MVT platform.

These services include the merging of diverse cargoes to allow containers to be fully utilised at a lower cost and reduced transit time.

We also handle customs brokerage and declarations, inspection, quality control and sorting, thus providing our customers’ freight with high levels of safety and protection.