Chinese Departure Ports: Common ports of origin include Shanghai, Shenzhen, Ningbo, and Qingdao.
Finnish Destination Ports: The primary ports of entry in Finland are Helsinki, Kotka-Hamina, and Turku. While some ships offer direct routes to Helsinki, many shipments are routed through major European hubs like Hamburg, Rotterdam, or Antwerp before being transshipped to Finland

Exporter submits documentation and HS codes to Chinese customs

Cargo may be subject to random or flagged inspection

Container is sealed and cleared for loading

For businesses seeking a fully integrated solution, door-to-door FCL services cover the entire logistics chain:
Pickup from supplier's warehouse in China
Export customs clearance
Ocean freight to Belgium
Import customs clearance and duty payment
Final delivery to the consignee's warehouse in Belgium

Booking & Documentation: Securing space on vessels and preparing the Bill of Lading (B/L) , Commercial Invoice, Packing List, and Certificate of Origin.

Customs Clearance: Ensuring compliance with both Chinese export regulations and French import (EU) requirements. Having an EORI number is mandatory for French customs.

Trucking (Pre-carriage & On-carriage): Arranging pickup from your supplier in China (e.g., Yiwu or Guangzhou) and delivery to the final warehouse in France.