Logistics support
From the factory gate to your warehouse, freight under control.
Incoterms® advice, cost and lead-time comparison, choice of carrier and insurance, customs, tracking and optional storage in our warehouses: ECI coordinates the whole chain.
What we do
Every link of the chain, coordinated by one team
Getting goods out of China is more than booking a container. We help you make the right choices at each step.
01
Incoterms® advice
We explain how EXW, FOB, CIF, DAP and the other terms split cost and responsibility, and help you pick the one that suits your project.
02
Cost and lead-time analysis
Sea freight, air freight and other options compared on total cost and transit time, before you commit.
03
Carrier and forwarder selection
Quotes compared and the right carrier or freight forwarder chosen for your volume, product and destination.
04
Insurance
The risks of the journey explained, and cargo insurance options reviewed with you.
05
Customs support
Shipping documents checked and customs formalities coordinated, with duties and taxes anticipated as far as possible.
06
Tracking and optional storage
Shipment follow-up from departure to delivery, and optional storage in our warehouses before delivery to your site.
How it works
From quote to delivery, in 3 steps
You know the cost, the route and the timing before the goods leave.
1
Plan and quote
We review your shipment, compare transport options and give you a clear view of costs and timing.
2
Book and document
Booking, shipping documents and insurance are put in place with the carrier or forwarder.
3
Transit, customs and delivery
We track the shipment, coordinate customs and organise delivery or storage.
Who it’s for
For importers who want one coordinated flow
Whether you ship a single container or ship regularly, you benefit from a team that already knows your goods from the factory floor.
One contact
Sourcing, quality control and freight coordinated by the same team.
Clear costs
Transport, insurance and customs costs laid out in advance.
Warehouse network
Warehouses and offices in Europe, the French overseas territories and Oceania.
Visibility
Tracking from departure to delivery.
Based in Shanghai, where much of Asian trade begins.
FAQ
Logistics for China imports: your questions
What are Incoterms® and which one should I choose?
Incoterms® are international trade terms that define who pays for and handles what between the supplier and you (transport, insurance, customs). The right choice depends on your experience, product and volumes: we compare the options with you and recommend one.
Can you store my goods before delivery?
Yes, storage in our warehouses is an option before delivery or onward shipment. Our network covers Europe, the French overseas territories and Oceania. Contact us for availability and conditions.
Do you handle customs clearance?
We support you with the documents and coordinate the customs process with the carrier or customs broker, and we help you anticipate duties and taxes so that nothing surprises you on arrival.
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