Shipping from Guangzhou to Ireland Air Sea Freight services

# BETTERluck Shipping: Guangzhou to Ireland Air & Sea Freight Services   Your trusted logistics partner for shipping from Guangzhou to Ireland, offering tailored air cargo, sea freight (LCL/FCL), and comprehensive transport solutions. Since 2007, BETTERluck Shipping (Guangzhou) Limited has delivered professional services with **cheapest prices**, **lowest costs**, and seamless support for "Made in China" cargo, connecting Guangzhou’s markets to Ireland efficiently.   ## Key Transport Hubs & Logistics Insights   ### Ireland’s Airports & Seaports   - **Major Airports**:    - Dublin Airport (DUB) – Ireland’s busiest international airport and primary air cargo hub, handling 85% of the country’s air freight. It serves as a gateway for electronics, pharmaceuticals, and time-sensitive goods.    - Cork Airport (ORK) – A secondary cargo hub in southern Ireland, focusing on regional trade and perishable goods.    - Shannon Airport (SNN) – Known for its logistics park and customs-free zones, supporting industrial cargo and aerospace shipments.   - **Major Seaports**:    - Port of Dublin – Ireland’s largest container port, handling 60% of maritime trade, including consumer goods, machinery, and raw materials.    - Port of Cork – A deep-water port in the south, specializing in containerized cargo, bulk commodities, and ro-ro (roll-on/roll-off) shipments.    - Port of Belfast (Northern Ireland, UK) – A key transshipment hub for Ireland, with direct routes to China via European ports.   ### Guangdong (China) Airports & Seaports   - **Airports**:    - Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN)    - Shenzhen Bao’an International Airport (SZX)    - Hong Kong International Airport (HKG) – All with air cargo routes to Dublin via European or Middle Eastern hubs.   - **Seaports**:    - Guangzhou Port (Nansha Terminal)    - Shenzhen Port (Yantian, Shekou Terminals) – Major gateways with weekly sailings to Irish ports via the Suez Canal and European transshipment hubs, supporting LCL/FCL sea freight.   ### Guangdong’s Foreign Trade Wholesale Markets   We provide direct pickup from Guangzhou’s key sourcing hubs:   - Baiyun World Leather Market (leather goods & accessories)   - Baima Fashion Market (clothing, apparel & textiles)   - Sanyuanli General Merchandise Market (daily necessities & small commodities)   - Liwan Toy Market (toys & children’s products)   - Guangzhou Furniture Wholesale Market (furniture & home decor)   - Foshan Ceramics Wholesale Market (ceramic tiles & sanitary ware)   ### Guangdong Cities & Their Key Export Products   - **Guangzhou**: Electronics, textiles, furniture, lighting equipment, auto parts.   - **Shenzhen**: Electronics (smartphones, semiconductors), tech gadgets, machinery, LED products.   - **Foshan**: Ceramics, furniture, home appliances, building materials.   - **Dongguan**: Toys, textiles, electronics components, footwear, plastic products.   - **Zhuhai**: Electronics, medical devices, communication equipment, plastics.   - **Shantou**: Toys, textiles, light industrial products, food processing goods.   - **Jiangmen**: Electrical appliances, textiles, metal products.   - **Zhaoqing**: Machinery, textiles, agricultural product processing.   - **Huizhou**: Electronics, chemicals, plastic products.   - **Chaozhou**: Ceramics, stainless steel products, textiles.   ### Flights from China & Hong Kong to Ireland   - **Direct flights**:    - Air China operates direct flights from Beijing (with connections from Guangzhou) to Dublin (12-13 hours, 3 weekly).    - Cathay Pacific offers direct cargo flights from Hong Kong to Dublin (14-15 hours, 2-3 weekly).   - **Transit flights**:    - **Via London (UK)**: From Guangzhou/Shenzhen to London (12-14 hours), then to Dublin (1 hour). Total travel time: 18-22 hours.    - **Via Amsterdam (Netherlands)**: From Hong Kong to Amsterdam (13-15 hours), then to Dublin (1.5 hours). Total: 20-24 hours.   - Key airlines involved: British Airways, KLM Royal Dutch Airlines, and Aer Lingus.   ### Container Liners from China to Ireland   - **Sailings via European hubs**: Major carriers including Maersk, CMA CGM, MSC, and中远海运 (Cosco Shipping) operate services from Guangdong ports to Dublin and Cork via Rotterdam (Netherlands) or Felixstowe (UK).   - **Transit time**:    - 30-38 days from Guangzhou/Shenzhen to Port of Dublin.    - 32-40 days to Port of Cork.   - **Services**: Regular LCL (consolidated cargo) for small shipments and FCL (20ft/40ft containers) for bulk goods, with options for refrigerated containers (reefers) for perishables.   ### Ireland’s Top Imports from China   Ireland primarily imports from China to support its tech, pharmaceutical, and consumer sectors:   - **Electronics & tech components** (semiconductors, computer parts) – critical for Ireland’s thriving tech industry (e.g., Dublin’s Silicon Docks).   - **Pharmaceutical equipment & materials** – aiding Ireland’s position as a global pharma manufacturing hub.   - **Textiles & apparel** (clothing, fabrics) – sourced from Guangzhou’s markets for local retail.   - **Machinery & industrial tools** – supporting manufacturing and construction.   - **Furniture & homeware** – catering to Ireland’s growing housing sector.   ### Ireland Customs Clearance Requirements & Procedures   - **Key Procedures**:    1. Submit import declaration to Irish Revenue via the **ATA Carnet** or **Single Administrative Document (SAD)** system prior to cargo arrival.    2. Undergo documentary checks and physical inspection (random or for regulated goods).    3. Pay duties and taxes, then obtain release authorization.   - **Required Documents**:    - Commercial invoice (in English, detailing product descriptions, quantities, values, and HS codes).    - Packing list (specifying package contents, weights, and dimensions).    - Bill of lading (sea freight) or air waybill (air freight).    - **Certificate of Origin (CO)**: Mandatory for tariff assessment; preferential rates apply under EU-China trade agreements.    - **CE Marking**: Required for most industrial goods (electronics, machinery, toys) to comply with EU safety standards.    - Phytosanitary/sanitary certificates (for food, plants, and medical products).   ### Ireland Import Duties   - As an EU member, Ireland follows EU tariff regulations:    - Industrial goods (electronics, machinery): 0-2%.    - Textiles and apparel: 5-12%.    - Furniture and homeware: 3-6%.   - **Value-Added Tax (VAT)**: 23% (standard rate) applies to most imports; reduced rates (13.3% or 9%) for essential goods like food and fuel.   ### Ireland Customs Clearance: Certification Details   - **Product Compliance**: Electrical goods must meet EU standards (e.g., CE marking); medical devices require EU Medical Device Regulation (MDR) certification.   - **Food Imports**: Require approval from the Food Safety Authority of Ireland (FSAI) and certificates from Chinese health authorities.   - **Document Authentication**: Commercial invoices and CO may need verification by the Irish Embassy in China for high-value shipments (over €100,000).   ## Payment & Insurance   - **Accepted Currencies**: BETTERluck is a long-standing client of XTransfer, enabling payments in:    Australian Dollar, Canadian Dollar, Chinese Yuan, Euro, British Pound, Hong Kong Dollar, Japanese Yen, Singapore Dollar, US Dollar, and other major currencies.   - **Insurance**: All shipments are insured by Ping An Insurance, covering loss, damage, and transit risks (including maritime, aviation, and inland transport).   ## Comprehensive Logistics Services from Guangzhou to Ireland   - **Flexible Transport Options**: Air cargo (18-24 hours), sea freight (30-40 days), and door-to-door delivery.   - **Local Support**: Pickup from Guangzhou/Shenzhen factories, wholesale markets, or warehouses. Our team handles packaging, documentation, and customs coordination.   - **End-to-End Convenience**: Customs clearance assistance, CE marking support, real-time tracking, and insurance coverage. Authorized agent for DHL, FedEx, UPS, EMS, and major container lines.   ## Contact Us   - **WeChat, WhatsApp & Telephone**: +86-18898403007   - **Email**: sales8@blshipping.com   - **Website**: www.blshipping.com   - **Address**: Room 607-608, Talent Building, No.1 Yichuang Street, Huangpu District, Guangzhou City, China | Post Code: 510555   #freight #forwarder #logistics #shipping #cargo #airchinacargo #aircargochina #airfreight #seafreight #Ireland #Guangzhou #madeinchina #guangzhouwholesale #CantonFair #chinafreightforwarder #BETTERluck #containershipping