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Are you importing goods from the People's Republic of China and looking for affordable transport that will ensure the delivery of large quantities? Are you pressed for time but still want to minimize import costs? Container ships will meet these expectations. SymlogWe efficiently organize container transport by sea. Our specialists will provide comprehensive services for both maritime and multimodal forwarding based on sea freight. We provide flexible sea freight options with port-to-port and door-to-door services.
We have experience in handling maritime transport for clients from various industries. We have carried out transport orders for both industry and trade, as well as for FMCG and other sectors of the economy. Consequently we transport bulk cargo by sea i oversized loads.
Sea transport is one of the best ways to import and export goods. It guarantees a high level of loading safety and ensure low transportation costs. Thanks to our extensive experience, water transport holds no secrets for us.
Customer satisfaction is of the highest value to us, which is why we make every effort to meet all requirements and criteria related to the activities we conduct. When carrying out orders, we not only take care of the safety of loading, but also meticulously complete the procedures resulting from the provisions of the law. Thanks to the strict standards and developed procedures, our deliveries carried out by water always reach their destination on time. We serve the largest ports in China, which have a share in global logistics.
We present the latest rates for sea container shipping from China to Poland. Data comes from real transactions and is updated monthly.
Sea freight from China remains the most economical option for long-term supply planning. The current 20% price drop is an excellent time to secure contracts for the coming months.
Price trends for major Chinese ports - Shanghai, Ningbo, Shenzhen
| Month | China Port | 20' Sea | 40' Sea | 40'HC Railway (→ Malaszewicze) |
trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 2025 | Shanghai → Gdansk/Gdynia | $1,160 | $1,750 | $6,440 | 📉 -20.5% |
| Sep 2025 | Ningbo → Gdansk/Gdynia | $1,160 | $1,750 | $6,390 | 📉 -20.5% |
| Sep 2025 | Shenzhen → Gdansk/Gdynia | $1,160 | $1,750 | $6,380 | 📉 -20.5% |
| August 2025 | Shanghai → Gdansk/Gdynia | $1,450 | $2,200 | $6,500 | 📉 -34.9% |
| August 2025 | Ningbo → Gdansk/Gdynia | $1,450 | $2,200 | $6,480 | 📉 -34.9% |
| August 2025 | Shenzhen → Gdansk/Gdynia | $1,450 | $2,200 | $6,450 | 📉 -34.9% |
| Jul 2025 | Shanghai → Gdansk/Gdynia | $2,350 | $3,380 | $6,540 | 📈 +13.6% |
| Jul 2025 | Ningbo → Gdansk/Gdynia | $2,350 | $3,380 | $6,500 | 📈 +13.6% |
| Jul 2025 | Shenzhen → Gdansk/Gdynia | $2,350 | $3,380 | $6,520 | 📈 +13.6% |
| Jun 2025 | Shanghai → Gdansk/Gdynia | $1,925 | $2,975 | $6,540 | 📈 +14.9% |
| Jun 2025 | Ningbo → Gdansk/Gdynia | $1,925 | $2,975 | $6,540 | 📈 +14.9% |
| Jun 2025 | Shenzhen → Gdansk/Gdynia | $1,925 | $2,975 | $6,550 | 📈 +14.9% |
Methodology and conditions of the presented sea and rail transport rates
Shipping prices from China based on internal observations Symlog Ltd.
The rates are from real offers and completed transports on the China-Poland routes.
Update: monthly | 15 years of experience in the industry.
The largest database of sea and rail transport prices from China in Poland.
Maritime transport: FOB Port-Port, containers 20'/40'
China (Shanghai/Ningbo/Shenzhen) → Gdansk/Gdynia
Railway transport: FOB Terminal-Terminal, 40'HC
New Silk Road → Małaszewicze
The prices presented are informative nature.
Actual rates may vary depending on cargo specifics and conditions.
For current estimates of sea and rail transport please contact us.
Our operations involve the transportation of various goods across seas and oceans. This is accomplished using specialized vessels, such as container ships, bulk carriers, and roll-on/roll-off cargo ships, which transport specific products from one port to another. Water transport is one of the most economical means of transport. what it offers international transport used do transportation of bulk cargo. Even when we consider the available fees for transporting goods by ship. Moreover, it is characterized by a low accident rate, thus ensuring a high level of cargo safety.
Sea freight is the most common way to import goods from China, what they provide advantages of sea transportOur clients too they use different types ships, including container ships, also in the forwarding option multimodal transport including door-to-door service for transporting containers from the PRC.
How long does it take? container transport from China by sea freight? Typically, it takes 30 to 45 days. When using the door-to-door option, the global transit time in the supply chain should be increased by 5 to 15 days for the cargo to be delivered from the shipper to the transshipment port in China and from the transshipment port in Europe directly to the customer.
Transportation of goods by sea has been for years key in international trade. It improves the exchange of goods between continents and is an important link in the global supply chain. Container ships and other seagoing ships they regularly transport huge amounts of goods, Co ensures the development of global economic development. It is therefore not surprising that the amount of cargo transported by sea is increasing year by year.
Within the framework of maritime freight forwarding and transport, two types of cargo are most often handled – FCL and LCL.
In the case of the former (Full Container Load), the entire container is intended for the products of one recipient. The latter (Less then Container Load) are so-called groupage shipments. The goods are in one container, but they belong to different recipients. For our customers, we carry out two types of water transport - both FCL and LCL.
What towary most often transported are by sea? Sea freight provides a key role in transport huge amounts of goods without due na type of cargoThese are the most common bulk goods, this applies raw materials such as e.g. iron ore, Czy large quantities of goods (e.g. construction materials), In ships of the type tankers is transported in turn liquid cargo such as Petroleum or other fuel.
Maritime transport perfect for transport oversized goods - machines Car. Increasingly, European and Polish ports accept containers containing food productsIt is worth adding that such cargoes are transported in refrigerated containers, which ensure appropriate thermal conditions throughout the entire ship journey.
What revolutionized maritime transport was the standardization of shipping containers. As a result transportation of goods became possible both via trucks and ships, and the time needed to reload goods between these two modes of transport was reduced to a minimum.
Seagoing cargo began to be handled much faster. At the same time, transportation costs decreased. This encouraged exporters and importers to transportation of bulk cargo precisely by sea.
It's hard to imagine today's world without maritime transport. a key role especially in Asian and African countries, where road infrastructure leaves much to be desired. Vessels they reach places inaccessible to many other means of transport.
Sea transport jest the perfect solution w international trade. Perfectly complements logistics processeswhich require transport of goods na long distances w on a global scaleIn multimodal forwarding maritime transport requires application road transportwhich is necessary to deliver the cargo to destinations.
In multimodal forwarding, transportation of goods in addition to sea freight, it can be carried out by other means means of transport (an example is air Transport transportation railway). However, the most popular and efficient connection is road transport with transport by sea.
Why Is it worth choosing sea transport? This is one of the safest forms of transport. Ships destined for do transport by sea They provide safe transportation irrespective of weather conditions. Cargo is properly secured and protected against theft, weather, moisture, and mechanical damage. On the other hand, sea transport to low price for the service. This means of transport provides the lowest cost for unit of charge.
Another advantage is the global reach, which has importance w international tradeThe network of connections between the destination port and the origin terminal is dense, which makes it suitable for global logistics. It allows na delivery cargo to every continent regardless of the place of origin and without due na long distances, which emphasizes efficiency of maritime transport. Maritime transport of goods it is also one of the most ecological types carriage. You transportation na long distanceand emits less CO2 than air Transport or road.
Sea freight transport has its drawbacks. The most important ones are restrictions related to with delivery time. Definitely transport by sea will not provide fast delivery. Moreover, it can also be problematic timely deliveries related to the impact weather conditions (hurricanes, storms). Impact on cargo delivery they may also have logistics processes (so-called rolling containers).
Maritime transport is also a complex process consisting of many stages - from booking a place on the ship, through customs clearance, loading, often transshipment and activities related to container storage in terminals. What's more, maritime transport may generate additional costs and fees related to loading, reloading, storage, customs clearance, etc. Remember that good forwarder will inform you about all possible costs that will have to be incurred.
Maritime transport of goods is based on containers that allow the transport of various goods – from dry goods, through products requiring refrigeration, to liquid cargoGrains, fabrics, electronics, meat, toys, machinery and equipment – all of this can be successfully transported by container ship.
It's worth emphasizing the important role maritime transport plays in Poland. It represents a true window to the world for many companies. W Polish seaports serving transportation of goods by sea excels Swinoujsciewhere they function efficiently container terminals. It ensures efficient trade with countries several thousand kilometers away. It is therefore extremely important for both domestic imports and exports.
International sea transport is an integral element of sea freight forwarding. Our company offers comprehensive services. We provide logistics services, customs clearance, storage and monitoring of shipments. We provide support in customs formalities, including import and export documentation. You can rely on us for port services consisting of full port logistics from loading to transshipment. If necessary, we will also perform additional port services, including inspections, storage, labeling and transshipment.
We handle cargo in Polish and foreign ports. We adapt to individual customer needs, guaranteeing optimal transport solutions at attractive prices. We transport goods quickly and efficiently, guaranteeing that your shipment will arrive safely and on time.
At the same time, we provide competitive rates for sea transport. Close contacts with the largest shipowners and access to regular connections allow us to offer our clients transport services at a favorable price.
W Symlog we are constantly developing and focusing on modern solutions in the field of sea freight forwarding. Thanks to this, we are able to complete even difficult and demanding orders. We offer an immediate quote and clear terms of cooperation. Our team of qualified employees also provides professional advice.
Maritime transport from China to Poland usually takes 30-45 daysin dependence from the port loading (e.g. Shanghai, Ningbo, Shenzhen) and destination port (e.g. Hamburg, Swinoujscie, Gdynia). This time includes both transportation of goods by ship, as well as customs clearance and transshipments.
The cost depends on volume and weight of the cargo, container type (FCL/LCL), current freight rates and fuel surcharges (BAF).
The cargo upon arrival at destination port jest declared for import customs clearanceduring which the customs authorities verify dokumenty, tariff classification, and value of the goods. After payment of customs and tax duties (including customs duties, VAT, and excise duties), the goods may be released for circulation.
In the People's Republic of China cargo transportation to Europe they most often serve ports w Shanghaiu, Ningbo-Zhoushan, Shenzhen, Qingdao, Xiamen. Importantly, ports These offer regular connections to terminals in Gdańsk, Hamburg and Rotterdam.
Maritime transport the charge lasts the longest of all means of transportMoreover, the scheduled delivery date goods may be longer due to:
Yes. Each container has an identification number (Container Number) that can be tracked real time using shipowners' online systems or logistics platforms such as MarineTraffic, SeaRates, TrackTrace.
