Your choice of shipping method from the UK to Africa can depend on a number of factors. These include the urgency of the delivery, how much it costs, the types of goods being shipped, and (if it’s important to you) the impact on the environment.
Whatever type of delivery you decide on, Voyage Shipping offers many different options from the UK to Africa, the Middle East and Caribbean.
So, what are the benefits of choosing our air freight services?
Firstly, there’s the sheer speed of this type of transportation. Air freight is significantly faster than sea freight, making it ideal for urgent shipments. It also tends to be incredibly reliable when it comes to delivery times, with airlines sticking to strict schedules.
Another benefit is the tight security measures, which significantly reduce the risk of theft of damage to your items. Air cargo is generally handled less compared to sea freight, reducing the risk of damage during transit. However, sea freight is also usually highly secure.
However, there are a few drawbacks to picking air freights. Firstly, they usually cost more than sea freight, particularly if you have a larger or heavier item. Aeroplanes also have limited cargo space compared to ships, making it unsuitable if you have a large volume of shipments.
Secondly, air freight produces more carbon emissions per ton of cargo compared to sea freight, contributing to environmental concerns. With more of us paying attention to the environment than ever before, we appreciate this is an important consideration for many people.
The many benefits of using our sea freight services.
Sea freight is usually much more affordable in general, but especially for large volume shipments or bulkier items. Ships are capable of carrying large amounts of cargo, so are ideal for conveying substantial quantities of goods.
It has a lower carbon footprint compared to air freight, making it a more environmentally friendly option.
Not only that, sea freight offers more flexibility in terms of the types of goods that can be shipped, including oversized or hazardous items.
So, what are the drawbacks to this type of transportation?
As you will expect, there’s longer transit times compared to air freight. This means it might not be suitable for time-sensitive shipments.
Ships are also more subject to weather conditions and may experience delays due to adverse weather or other unforeseen circumstances. In some cases, not all destinations have well-developed ports, which can create challenges for sea freight deliveries to certain locations.
Voyage Shipping is able to take your goods to a range of locations in Africa, the Middle East and the Caribbean.
We have regular sailing schedules which you can check out on our website. When it comes to Africa, we offer deliveries to the north, west and east.
In the end, the choice between air and sea freight depends on your specific requirements. When making your decision, you might want to consider factors like cost, speed, reliability, and environmental considerations.
If your priority is speed and reliability, air freight may be the better option. However, sea freight might be more suitable for cost-effective transportation of large volumes over longer distances. If you’re not sure which is right for you, our friendly team is always happy to help talk you through the options we have available.
Why choose Voyage Shipping to transport your goods?
With our best price guarantee, you won’t be beaten shipments to any destination. When it comes to vehicles, we’re able to collect them from any location in the UK, therefore saving you time and money.
Renowned for our first-class customer service, our team have many years of experience in this industry and can assist with a wide range of issues. We cover many different types of shipping including from air,sea, RoRo and containerised shipments globally.
RoRo stands for “Roll-on/Roll-off.” This is a method used for shipping vehicles, machinery and other types of cargo that can be driven onto and off of a specialised vessel.
The cargo is rolled onto the ship at the port of origin, transported across the sea, and then rolled off at the destination port. This method is particularly efficient for vehicles like cars, trucks, buses, and heavy machinery that can be easily driven onto the ship’s deck.
RoRo shipments are popular for being straight-forward, speedy, and cost-effective compared to other methods of shipping. We offer these services to various popular ports, including to Walvis Bay and Durban. Docks which we alight from include Southampton, Sheerness, Teesport and Immingham.
It’s our job to help you find the easiest way to ship goods worldwide.
If you’re looking to transport your goods to Africa, the Caribbean or Middle East, simply contact our friendly team for more information.