SIMARCO MANAGES OCEAN AND CONTAINER IMPORTS FROM THE UK
Through a dedicated operation focused on control, accountability and reliable delivery. Import movements are coordinated from the point of origin through to final delivery in the UK, with clear ownership throughout the process.
A central gateway for UK container imports
All ocean import movements are coordinated through our UK team, which acts as the central control point for inbound containers arriving at major UK ports.
Working closely with our overseas partner network and directly with shipping lines, the team manages import activity across Felixstowe, Southampton, London Gateway, Liverpool and other UK container ports, providing consistent oversight from booking through to arrival.
Managed from origin, not just at the port
From DAP to EXW, import shipments can be supported from the point of origin through our network of like-minded overseas partners.
This allows bookings, documentation and pre-arrival planning to be aligned before vessels sail, reducing avoidable issues once containers reach the UK.
Designed for care, control and clear ownership
Ocean imports don’t always run to plan. Delays, inspections and port disruption are part of the reality of container shipping.
Our structure is designed to manage these situations without losing control of the shipment, keeping responsibility centralised and decisions clear when intervention is required.
Customs built into the import process
Customs clearance is in-house and integrated into our ocean import operation.
Dedicated customs teams work alongside the operation to manage import declarations, ETSF movements and regulatory requirements, helping to reduce delays at UK ports.
Infrastructure that supports consistency
While not every shipment will require intervention, our wider UK infrastructure provides resilience when conditions are challenging.
Access to ETSF facilities, planned container transport and established warehouse operations allows us to maintain service continuity during periods of congestion or market disruption.
A practical approach to UK ocean imports
Our ocean import services are built for clients who value reliability, visibility and clear ownership of their shipments.
The focus is on proactive management across the full import journey, rather than reacting once delays have already occurred.
Visibility and document control
Shipment visibility is provided as standard across our ocean import services, with container tracking available throughout the voyage, coupled with final mile delivery in the UK.
Clients also have access to a dedicated portal for shipment status and document management, supporting oversight without reliance on manual updates.
People remain at the heart of what we do, with our operational team retaining responsibility for managing each shipment.