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Ocean freight: global shipping solutions to and from Mexico

Move your goods worldwide with ocean freight, a cost-effective and sustainable option for large volumes. Count on Rhenus as your shipping company combining a strong global network with local expertise in Mexico.

Our ocean freight portfolio – designed to meet your needs

As your reliable shipping company, you can efficiently ship cargo to and from Mexico and along global trade routes. As your trusted ocean freight forwarder, we operate our own fleet and work closely with major shipping lines and port operators.

From LCL and FCL to buyer’s and seller’s consolidation, you can select the perfect option from our portfolio and customize it to perfectly align with your sea freight needs. Our flexible ocean freight solutions also include chartering services and customs clearance, covering every step of the process. For your operations outside of Latin America, this even includes short sea shipping and offshore logistics. By integrating inland transport solutions, you benefit from reliable end-to-end ocean freight to and from Mexico.

Our ocean freight portfolio at a glance

Best suited for smaller importers and exporters or when shipping lower volumes, LCL enables you to ship goods particularly cost‑effectively instead of using air or rail freight. By sharing space with other shipments, you reduce costs while maintaining reliable delivery schedules. This makes our LCL solutions an ideal option for importers and exporters looking for a shipping company that offers them the flexibility they need to remain agile in dynamic markets.

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If you need to ship large volumes on consistent routes, FCL offers full container utilization and greater control over your cargo. FCL simplifies handling and offers stable supply chains through dedicated capacity and predictable transit times. Our Rhenus experts in Mexico and around the globe are here to coordinate your shipments efficiently with major shipping lines while providing you with continuous tracking and paperless booking.

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Choose this service when multiple shipments from different suppliers or orders need to be combined into a single container. Consolidation allows you to group LCL shipments – either for buyers who wish to import goods from different manufacturers in a single country of origin, or for sellers for whom we consolidate and ship consignments to multiple customers. This helps reduce ocean freight costs, simplifies handling and improves visibility across your supply chain.

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Benefits for your shipping needs

Shipping high volumes via ocean freight is one of the most cost-effective transport options. Our solutions are tailored to your requirements to help you keep costs under control without sacrificing reliability.

Compared to other modes of transport, sea freight offers a more sustainable way to move goods, making it a smart choice for companies looking to reduce their environmental footprint.

Count on consistent schedules and dependable transit times. This is enabled by our certified quality management in accordance with DIN EN ISO 9001:2015 and further certificates available across the Rhenus Group. Our ocean shipping services help you maintain stable and resilient supply chains.

Expand into international markets with confidence. As a global shipping company, we provide access to major trade routes and support your worldwide operations.

We handle your ocean freight in accordance with regulations from origin to destination, including pre- and on-carriage as well as integration with inland networks across Mexico.

Why choose Rhenus as your shipping company

  • Strong network in Mexico and globally – gateway services and seamless coordination of ocean shipping
  • Reliable capacity – through close partnerships with leading shipping companies
  • End-to-end ocean shipping services – one partner across the entire supply chain
  • Flexible ocean freight solutions – tailored to your business and industry needs
  • Peace of mind – thanks to real-time tracking and full visibility of your shipments
  • Digital control – efficient, paperless and easy to manage
  • Support for market expansion – backed by a strategically focused ocean freight forwarder

Additional services for your sea freight

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Handling services

Let us support you with various handling services beyond ocean shipping – including storage, repackaging, sorting, labeling and palletizing. With intelligent monitoring and quality checks, we ensure your cargo is properly managed at every stage of the process.

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Document solutions

Leave your paperwork to us. As an experienced shipping company, we manage shipping documents such as invoices and proof of delivery – available in physical or digital formats, depending on your requirements. For sensitive documents, we offer fast and secure courier services worldwide. In addition, customized reporting helps you manage and analyze your shipment data more effectively.

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Customs support

Rely on smooth and compliant customs processing for import and export shipments. Our experts manage all requirements directly or in cooperation with trusted partners, ensuring your ocean freight moves efficiently across borders and meets all regulatory standards.

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Marine cargo insurance

Comprehensive protection for your goods throughout the entire journey. Our tailored insurance solutions cover physical loss or damage across all transport modes and routes, helping you minimize financial risk and safeguard the value and integrity of your cargo.

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E-solutions

Automate data exchange by seamlessly connecting our systems to yours. This enables shipping orders and status updates to be transferred accurately and quickly without manual effort, providing high data quality, greater transparency and control over your sea freight operations.

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Need support from a dependable and globally connected ocean freight forwarder?

Trust us with your sea freight to and from Mexico!

Frequently asked questions

Ocean freight, also known as “sea freight”, is the transportation of goods by ship, often across international waters. It is commonly used for long distances and large volumes of goods, such as raw materials (e.g., coal and oil) and finished products (e.g., cars and electronics). Therefore, it is a more cost-effective option than air or land transport.

In most cases, yes. Although air freight is a good option for time-sensitive cargo, it involves higher operating costs and limited aircraft capacity. Especially for larger shipments and longer distances, ocean shipping is typically the more cost-effective choice.

Depending on your requirements, you can choose between full charter services or general cargo shipments. We handle a wide range of cargo types – from containers and general cargo to bulk and oversized project cargo. This also includes dangerous or liquid goods. In collaboration with long-standing partners, we can charter vessels arriving in or departing from Mexican ports and ensure timely delivery worldwide. For smaller loads, our consolidation service allows you to share space and save costs.

Ocean freight consolidation is a solution that allows you to combine multiple smaller shipments into a single container. As a buyer, you can group LCL shipments from different suppliers into one FCL, which is then shipped to your destination port. As a seller, consignments from the same origin can be combined and transported together before being distributed to the final recipients.

This approach helps reduce transportation costs and time, streamline handling and improve control across your sea freight operations.