The most economical option for bulk cargo
From Iranian ports to anywhere in the world, using top-tier shipping lines and contracted container space on every major route. FCL for full-container loads and LCL for groupage.
- FCL and LCL
- 80+ destination ports
- Integrated docs & customs
Why PST sea freight?
Sea freight is the most cost-effective mode of international shipping and carries roughly 90% of global trade. As an authorised agent for several major shipping lines, PST offers negotiated rates and access to every global rotation for Iranian exporters and importers.
Our trade-documentation team prepares the Bill of Lading, certificate of origin, commercial invoice, packing list and any other document required by destination banks and letters of credit. For complex routings we also offer Switch BL and multimodal transit.
What you get with our sea service
From container booking to destination delivery — one integrated package.
Top-tier carrier bookings
Direct agreements with Maersk, MSC, CMA-CGM and ONE for guaranteed container space year-round.
FCL — full container
Dedicated 20' or 40' container, sealed from origin to destination, never co-loaded.
LCL — groupage
Smaller loads in shared containers, priced by volume — economical under 10 m³.
Switch B/L & transit
Bill swap at intermediate ports and three-corner trade transit for confidentiality on origin or destination.
UCP- and LC-compliant docs
Bills and supporting documents prepared per UCP 600 and LC requirements to avoid bank discrepancies.
Reefer containers
Temperature-controlled containers with continuous temperature logging for heat-sensitive cargo.
Sea shipment steps
From booking to discharge — fully under our control.
- 01
Quote & rotation choice
Review origin, destination, cargo type and volume; propose the best rotation (direct or transhipment) and shortest transit.
- 02
Cargo delivery & loading
Drop off at origin port warehouse, inspection (if required), shipping order, container stuffing.
- 03
Documentation & sailing
Master and House Bills of Lading issued; supporting docs prepared; voyage begins with vessel-position updates.
- 04
Destination clearance
Coordination with destination customs broker; clearance and onward delivery to consignee or warehouse.
Who is this service for?
Exporters and importers who need volume and price.
- Export of agricultural, petrochemical and mining products to Asia and Europe
- Import of industrial machinery, production lines and heavy equipment
- Steel, aluminium and construction-material shipments
- Consumer goods, apparel and home appliances at groupage volumes
- Iranian dates and food products for export markets
- Letter-of-credit (LC) shipments with strict bank documentation
Sea freight FAQ
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What is the difference between FCL and LCL?
FCL is a full container exclusively yours; LCL shares one container among multiple shippers. Above ~15 m³, FCL is usually cheaper.
How long does sea transit take?
Depending on the route, from ~20 days for the Persian Gulf to ~60 days for South America. Our team gives an exact transit time per route.
Can you handle exports paid by LC?
Yes. Our docs team has hands-on UCP 600 experience and prepares documentation per LC terms to avoid bank discrepancies.
Are side costs (THC, D/O, insurance) transparent?
Yes — the quote itemises sea freight, origin/destination THC, documents, insurance and customs.
Ready to ship by sea?
Our sea desk returns the best rate and routing within 3 business hours.