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Ocean Freight

Competitive Pricing, Reliable Services and Agile Solutions

At Santova UK, our dedicated ocean freight team works closely with customers to deliver the most efficient shipping solutions tailored to their specific needs. We provide a variety of global ocean services, including Full Container Load (FCL), Less than Container Load (LCL), breakbulk, and RoRo for both imports and exports.

Our primary focus is on trade routes linking the UK with South Africa, North Africa, West and East Africa, the USA, the Middle East, the Far East, Asia, the Caribbean, and China. Through our strategic global network and partnerships with leading shipping lines, we offer competitive pricing along with industry-leading service.

Ocean Freight Container Ship

Full Container Loads (FCL)

An FCL shipment comprises a single container used exclusively for one consignee. The advantages of FCL shipments include:

  • Minimised risk of damage and loss
  • More efficient transit times
  • Streamlined delivery and receipt for both sender and recipient
  • Simplified customs clearance, reducing administrative delays
  • Lower freight costs per item due to optimized space utilization
  • Decreased lead times from reduced loading and unloading durations

Less than Container Load (LCL)

LCL shipments refer to cargo that doesn’t fill an entire container and typically includes multiple consignors’ cargo within one consolidated container. This option is ideal for customers with smaller import or export needs. Benefits of LCL include:

  • Cost-effective solution for smaller shipments, as charges are based on weight and volume
  • Regular shipping schedules, with weekly shipments arranged by Santova to various destinations

Consolidations

Consolidations involve combining shipments from multiple suppliers for one consignee, destined for the same location. Santova can merge these shipments into a single full container load at the origin, significantly lowering shipping costs due to increased volume.

Benefits include:

  • Faster transit times
  • Reduced costs as charges are streamlined
  • Optimized logistics processes

Cross Trade Services

Through our global offices and logistics partners, we facilitate cross-trade freight services aimed at reducing costs and lead times while maintaining control. This allows shipments to move directly between two countries without entering the UK.

Benefits include:

  • Reduced freight costs
  • Elimination of extra handling fees
  • Optimised logistics processes
  • Faster transit times

Specialised Logistics Services

From oversized cargo to temperature-sensitive shipments, Santova delivers specialised logistics solutions tailored to meet the unique demands of every project

  • Oversized and Out of Gauge Cargo: Santova specialises in handling complex projects and oversized cargo, overseeing the entire process from planning to delivery.
  • Roll-on/Roll-off (RORO) Services: We manage the transport of wheeled cargo, such as vehicles and machinery, using specialised RORO equipment for efficient loading and unloading.
  • Open Top & Flat Rack Containers: We provide tailored transport solutions for oversized items using open top and flat rack containers.
  • Temperature-Controlled Transportation (Reefer Cargo): Our reefer services offer refrigerated transport solutions for perishables and sensitive medical supplies across ocean, air, and road networks.

Competitive Pricing

Increasing profit margins by ensuring accurate, upfront landed cost management

Ensuring we consistently secure highly competitive freight rates across all modes of transport by:

  • Leveraging off leading technology and global intellectual capital
  • Strategic sourcing by leveraging off our global footprint and consolidated buying power
  • Centralised and bulked up shipping volumes
  • Building strong affiliations with leading logistics partners

CONTAINER DETAILS

Below are details of all the different Sea Freight containers for various types of cargo.

Dry containers 20′ and 40′ (general purpose) are manufactured from either aluminium or steel. They are suitable for most types of cargo. Aluminium dry containers have a slightly larger payload than steel, and steel dry containers have a slightly larger internal cube.

Dry container dimensions

Specific dimensions and capacity of dry containers may vary depending on the container manufacturer, the age of the container and the container owner. The specifications listed below are, however, representative.

20´ dry container

Tare weight Payload capacity Cubic capacity Internal length
2,300 kg 25,000 kg 33.2 m3 5.9 m
5,071.5 lbs 55,126.9 lbs 1,172 cu ft 19.4 ft
Internal width Internal height Door opening width Door opening height
2.35 m 2.39 m 2.34 m 2.28 m
7.7 ft 7.9 ft 7.7 ft 7.5 ft

40´ dry container

Tare weight Payload capacity Cubic capacity Internal length
3,750 kg 27,600 kg 67.7 m3 12.03 m
8,268.8 lbs 61,200 lbs 2,389 cu ft 39.5 ft
Internal width Internal height Door opening width Door opening height
2.35 m 2.39 m 2.34 m 2.28 m
7.7 ft 7.9 ft 7.7 ft 7.5 ft

High cube dry containers ensure that you gain an extra foot in height compared with dry containers. The high cube dry containers are ideal for light, voluminous or bulky cargo. These extra volume containers are made in 40′ and 45′ sizes in steel and aluminium.

High cube dry container dimensions

Specific dimensions and capacity of high cube dry containers may vary depending on the container manufacturer, the age of the container and the container owner. The specifications listed below are, however, representative.

40´ high cube dry container

Tare weight Payload capacity Cubic capacity Internal length
3,940 kg 28,560 kg 76.4 m3 12.3 m
8,687.7 lbs 62,974.8 lbs 2,696.9 cu ft 39.5 ft
Internal width Internal height Door opening width Door opening height
2.35 m 2.70 m 2.34 m 2.58 m
7.7 ft 8.9 ft 7.7 ft 8.5 ft

45´ high cube dry container

Tare weight Payload capacity Cubic capacity Internal length
4,820 kg 27,860 kg 86 m3 13.56 m
10,628.1 lbs 61,431.3 lbs 3,035.8 cu ft 44.5 ft
Internal width Internal height Door opening width Door opening height
2.35 m 2.70 m 2.34 m 2.58 m
7.7 ft 8.9 ft 7.7 ft 8.5 ft

Reefer containers or refrigerated containers are used to transport goods requiring temperature-controlled conditions in transit, such as fruit, vegetables, dairy products and meat. It is fitted with a refrigeration unit which is connected to the carrying ship’s electrical power supply.

Reefer container dimensions

Specific dimensions and capacity of reefer containers (refrigerated containers) may vary depending on the container manufacturer, the age of the container and the container owner. The specifications listed below are, however, representative.

20´ reefer container

Tare weight Payload capacity Cubic capacity Internal length
3,080 kg 27,400 kg 28.3 m3 5.44 m
6,791.4 lbs 60,417 lbs 999 cu ft 17.9 ft
Internal width Internal height Door opening width Door opening height
2.29 m 2.27 m 2.23 m 2.10 m
7.5 ft 7.5 ft 7.3 ft 6.9 ft

40´ reefer container

Tare weight Payload capacity Cubic capacity Internal length
4,800 kg 27,700 kg 59.3 m3 11.56 m
10,584 lbs 61,078.5 lbs 2,093.3 cu ft 37.9 ft
Internal width Internal height Door opening width Door opening height
2.28 m 2.25 m 2.29 m 2.26 m
7.5 ft 7.4 ft 7.5 ft 7.4 ft

40´ high cube reefer container

Tare weight Payload capacity Cubic capacity Internal length
4,480 kg 29,520 kg 67.3 m3 11.58 m
9,880 lbs 65,080 lbs 2,380 cu ft 38.0 ft
Internal width Internal height Door opening width Door opening height
2.29 m 2.40 m 2.29 m 2.57 m
7.5 ft 7.9 ft 7.5 ft 8.4 ft

45´ reefer container

Tare weight Payload capacity Cubic capacity Internal length
4,850 kg 29,150 kg 67 m3 11.57 m
10,694.3 lbs 64,275.8 lbs 2,365.1 cu ft 38 ft
Internal width Internal height Door opening width Door opening height
2.27 m 2.55 m 2.29 m 2.26 m
7.4 ft 8.4 ft 7.5 ft 7.4 ft

Open top containers have an open top covered by a tarpaulin instead of a solid roof. This enables oversized cargo such as timber and scrap metal to be loaded from the top. Open top containers normally have end doors to give flexibility to loading and discharging operations.

Open top container dimensions

Specific dimensions and capacity of open top containers may vary depending on the container manufacturer, the age of the container and the container owner. The specifications listed below are, however, representative.

20´open top container

Tara weight Payload capacity Cubic capacity
2,350 kg 28,130 kg 32.5 m3
5,181.8 lbs 62,026.7 lbs 1,147.3 cu ft
Internal Door opening Roof opening
Length Width Height Width Height Width Height
5.9 m 2.35 m 2.38 m 2.34 m 2.28 m 2.23 m 5.44 m
19.3 ft 7.7 ft 7.8 ft 7.7 ft 7.4 ft 7.3 ft 17.8 ft

40´open top container

Tara weight Payload capacity Cubic capacity
3,850 kg 26,630 kg 66.4 m3
8,489.3 lbs 58,719.2 lbs 2,343.9 cu ft
Internal Door opening Roof opening
Length Width Height Width Height Width Height
12.03 m 2.35 m 2.38 m 2.34 m 2.29 m 2.21 m 11.57 m
39.5 ft 7.7 ft 7.8 ft 7.7 ft 7.5 ft 7.3 ft 38 ft

Flat rack containers are especially suitable for heavy loads and cargo that needs loading from the top or sides, such as pipes and machinery. You will find collapsible containers and non-collapsible containers with or without walls. Flat rack containers are manufactured from steel and come in 20′ and 40′ sizes.

Flat rack container dimensions

Specific dimensions and capacity of flat rack containers may vary depending on the container manufacturer, the age of the container and the container owner. The specifications listed below are, however, representative.

20´ flat rack container

Tare weight Payload capacity Cubic capacity Internal length
2,360 kg 30,140 kg 32.7 m3 5.94 m
5,203.8 lbs 66,458.7 lbs 1,154.3 cu ft 19.5 ft
Internal width Internal height
2.35 m 2.35 m
7.7 ft 7.7 ft

40´ flat rack container

Tare weight Payload capacity Cubic capacity Internal length
5,000 kg 40,000 kg 62.2 m3 12.13 m
11,025 lbs 88,200 lbs 2,195.7 cu ft 39.8 ft
Internal width Internal height
2.40 m 2.14 m
7.9 ft 7 ft

Platform containers are without sides, ends and roof. They are used for odd-sized cargo which does not fit on or in any other type of container.

Platform container dimensions

Specific dimensions and capacity of platform containers may vary depending on the container manufacturer, the age of the container and the container owner. The specifications listed below are, however, representative.

20´ platform container

Tare weight Payload capacity Internal length Internal width
2,740 kg 31,260 kg 6.06 m 2.44 m
6,041.7 lbs 68,928.3 lbs 19.9 ft 8 ft

40´ platform container

Tare weight Payload capacity Internal length Internal width
5,700 kg 39,300 kg 12.19 m 2.44 m
12,568.5 lbs 86,656.5 lbs 40 ft 8 ft

Garments on hangers (GOH) containers give customers the option of using a string or bar system, or a combination of both. The GOH containers offer increased flexibility, greater internal load capacity and savings on transportation and handling costs. GOH containers are available in 20′ and 40′ sizes.

GOH container dimensions

Specific dimensions and capacity of garments on hangers containers may vary depending on the container manufacturer, the age of the container and the container owner. The specifications listed below are, however, representative.

20´ GOH container

Tare weight Payload capacity Cubic capacity Internal length
2,300 kg 28,180 kg 33.2 m3 5.9 m
5,071.5 lbs 62,136.9 lbs 1,172 cu ft 19.4 ft
Internal width Internal height Door opening width Door opening height
2.35 m 2.39 m 2.34 m 2.28 m
7.7 ft 7.9 ft 7.7 ft 7.5 ft

40´ GOH container

Tare weight Payload capacity Cubic capacity Internal length
3,750 kg 28,750 kg 67.7 m3 12.03 m
8,268.8 lbs 63,393.8 lbs 2,389.8 cu ft 39.5 ft
Internal width Internal height Door opening width Door opening height
2.35 m 2.39 m 2.34 m 2.28 m
7.7 ft 7.9 ft 7.7 ft 7.5 ft

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