Singapore may be small, but its economy is strong. And with a free trade agreement in place, covering goods and services, intellectual property, geographical indications, and government procurement, it holds great potential for UK exporters. With products as diverse as dairy, fish, gas turbines, and liquor finding a waiting market. But once you’ve secured a supply contract in Singapore, you need to find reliable freight mode. So, what are the options for transporting goods between the UK and Singapore?
How to Send Freight Between the UK and Singapore
Sea freight
If time is not a priority, or you’re exporting out-sized goods, sea freight is the ideal logistics solution. Freight typically departs from Felixstowe or London, and arrives in either Jurong Port or the Port of Singapore. At Plexus Freight, we work with a network of trusted partners to offer a tracked door-to-door service for your freight.
Sea freight transit times vary, depending on the route, season, container type, and customs clearance. However, sea freight between the UK and Singapore typically takes between 20 and 45 days. While it’s impossible to control the weather, you can expedite this slightly by ensuring that all of your paperwork is present and completed properly. Inaccurate or missing documentation will inevitably cause delays or lead to your freight being seized. But this is true of all transport modes.
Airfreight
If you need a faster shipping service, airfreight is the obvious answer. Depending upon your booking time, delivery can take place in as little as 24 hours. Although, the average is two to three days. Freight can depart from any of the UK’s major airports and arrive in Changi, with a door-to-door service available if required.
As well as being faster, airfreight is also known as being the most secure and reliable method of transportation. It carries lower insurance premiums because of this. And with enhanced tracking capabilities, you always know where your goods are at any given moment. If you work with a freight forwarder, you also have the benefit of a fully managed service. So, once you’ve made your booking, we can handle the rest.
Sending freight to Singapore is a really easy process if you work with a freight forwarder. As long as your goods are properly packed, we can handle the rest. All you have to do is choose the freight service to suit your needs and budget.
Find out more about Plexus Freight’s freight services to Singapore.
