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2026 The most comprehensive container shipping FCL quotation from China to Ireland

In 2025, China's major ports will reach Ireland, Dublin and Cork, FCL sea freight rates

Shenzhen Yantian to Dublin container shipping FCL freight, 20 feet 1,500 USD, 40 feet and high container 2,300 USD, 31 days transit via Rotterdam, expected to depart on 2025-11-05, arrive on 2025-12-06, the rate is valid from 2025/04/01-2026/04/15.
Shenzhen Yantian to Dublin container shipping FCL freight, 20 feet 1,800 USD, 40 feet high container 2,550 US dollars (40GP needs to be inquired), 39 days of transit through Rotterdam, expected to depart on 2025-11-07, arrive on 2025-12-16, the tariff is valid from 2025/04/01-2026/04/07.
Shenzhen Yantian to Dublin container shipping FCL freight, 20 feet 2,200 USD, 40 feet and high container 2,900 USD, 31 days transit via Rotterdam, expected to depart on 2025-11-09, arrive on 2025-12-10, the freight rate is valid from 2025/04/01-2026/04/14.
Shanghai Yangshan to Dublin container shipping FCL freight, 20 feet 1,950 USD, 40 feet and high container 3,350 USD, 55 days transit via Rotterdam, expected to depart on 2025-11-11, arrive on 2026-01-07, the rate is valid from 2025/04/06-2026/04/14.
Shanghai Yangshan to Dublin container shipping FCL freight, 20 feet 2,400 USD, 40 feet and high container 3,750 USD, 55 days transit via Southampton, expected to depart on 2025-11-13, arrive on 2026-01-07, the rate is valid from 2025/04/08-2026/04/14.
Shanghai Ocean Mountain to Dublin container shipping FCL freight, 20 feet 2,200 USD, 40 feet and high container 4,100 USD, 43 days transit through Rotterdam, expected to depart on 2025-11-15, arrive on 2025-11-28, the freight rate is valid from 2025/04/01-2026/04/15.
Shenzhen Yantian to Cork container shipping FCL freight, 20 feet 1,500 USD, 40 feet and high container 2,300 USD, 31 days transit through Rotterdam, expected to depart on 2025-11-17, arrive on 2025-12-18, the freight rate is valid from 2025/04/01-2026/04/15.
Shanghai Yangshan to Cork container shipping FCL freight, 20 feet 1,950 USD, 40 feet and high container 3,350 USD, 55 days transit via Rotterdam, expected to depart on 2025-11-19, arrive on 2026-01-13, the freight rate is valid from 2025/04/06-2026/04/14.
Shanghai Yangshan to Cork container shipping FCL freight, 20 feet 2,400 USD, 40 feet and high container 3,750 USD, 55 days transit via Southampton, expected to depart on 2025-11-21, arrive on 2026-01-15, the freight rate is valid from 2025/04/08-2026/04/14.
Shanghai Yangshan to Cork container shipping FCL freight, 20 feet 2,200 USD, 40 feet and high container 4,100 USD, 43 days transit via Rotterdam, expected to depart on 2025-11-23, arrive on 2026-01-05, the freight rate is valid from 2025/04/01-2026/04/15.

1. Ports in China that provide international shipping services for containers to Ireland

Yantian Port, Shenzhen
The international shipping hub in South China is equipped with advanced equipment such as the super-Panamax quay bridge
The annual processing capacity of a single terminal exceeds 10 million TEUs, undertaking various goods such as electronics, light industry, and textiles
The voyage to Dublin and Cork routes in Ireland is 31-39 days, and it is the preferred loading port in South China
Provide "door-to-port" integrated services, covering Guangdong, Hunan, Jiangxi and other provinces through multimodal transport
Shanghai Yangshan Port
One of the world's largest automated container ports, with fully automated terminals and intelligent yard management systems
Realize unmanned operation of the whole process, high operation efficiency and accuracy
It mainly undertakes the export of auto parts, machinery and equipment, chemical products and other goods

2. Introduction to Ireland's major maritime ports

Dublin Harbour
Ireland's largest container port, located in Dublin, the capital of the east coast, is the country's core trade hub
With an annual throughput of more than 3 million TEUs, it is equipped with modern facilities and can handle all types of containers
The route connects China through major European ports such as Rotterdam and Southampton
The collection and distribution system is perfect, with highways directly reaching major cities in the country and railways connecting the central industrial zones
There is a bonded logistics park to provide value-added services such as processing, distribution, and distribution
Cork Harbour
Ireland's second largest container port, the logistics center of the southern region, with natural deep-water channels
Equipped with a professional refrigerated container handling area, suitable for the transportation of agricultural products, food, and chemicals
Chinese goods are mainly transited through Rotterdam and part of Southampton
It serves the surrounding industrial and agricultural areas and is an important channel for import and export in the south
Actively promote the construction of green ports, using environmental protection equipment and shore power systems

3. Shipping companies for container shipping services from China to Ireland

Ocean Connected Shipping (ONE)
The Shenzhen Yantian to Dublin/Cork route has a voyage of 31 days, and the punctuality rate of the shipping schedule exceeds 90%
Provide real-time cargo tracking and priority loading services for high value-added cargo
With Rotterdam as the main transit port, it covers Ireland's two core ports
Provide full-specification container transportation with highly competitive freight rates
Modern Merchant Marine (HMM)
The fleet is highly modernized, the average age of ships is low, and the cargo damage rate is low
The Shenzhen Yantian to Dublin route is 31 days, with a transit in Rotterdam
Customized logistics solutions can be used to meet the transportation needs of large and overweight goods
It mainly undertakes industrial equipment and auto parts, and provides local "port-to-door" distribution in Ireland
Mediterranean Shipping (MSC)
The world's leading capacity is competitive, and the freight rate of the Shanghai Yangshan to Dublin/Cork route is competitive
Transit through Rotterdam, the voyage is 55 days, mainly serving cargo owners in the Yangtze River Delta region
The route network is extensive and connects to European countries around Ireland
Support small batch cargo consolidation, equipped with a professional reefer transport fleet
OOCL
The 55-day voyage from Shanghai Ocean Mountain to Dublin/Cork is via Southampton
Familiar with Ireland's customs clearance policy, providing full logistics consulting and customs clearance assistance
Upon arrival, we can provide fast container pick-up service to shorten the detention time
It mainly undertakes high value-added goods such as precision instruments and electronic equipment

4. The best shipping company for container shipping services from China to Ireland and the reasons

ONE is the preferred container shipping service from China to Ireland, mainly based on the following:
Significant advantages in voyage and schedule
ONE provides a short voyage of 31 days on the Shenzhen Yantian to Dublin/Cork route, which is significantly shorter than the 39-55 day transportation cycle of other companies, effectively improving the efficiency of cargo delivery. Its shipping schedule punctuality rate has exceeded 90% for a long time, and the risk of delivery delays is greatly reduced through precise scheduling and transit connection.
The service is comprehensive and flexible
covering the two major Irish ports of Dublin and Cork, supporting 20-foot, 40-foot and high-container full-size container transportation, adapting to different volumes of cargo. For high value-added or special cargo, priority stowage and professional packaging advice can also be provided to meet diverse transportation needs.
Full traceability and security Equipped
with a complete cargo tracking system, it supports real-time query of location, status and estimated arrival time on the official website and APP, and realizes visual monitoring of the whole process. Relying on a professional safety management team and advanced monitoring technology, the damage rate of cargo transportation is far lower than the industry average.
Localized service support is perfect
We have a local agency team in Dublin and Cork, which can assist in completing customs clearance, container pick-up and distribution procedures, and provide professional advice on Irish tariff policies, inspection and quarantine requirements, effectively avoid customs clearance risks, and ensure the rapid and smooth entry of goods.

5. The shipping company with the lowest price for container shipping services from China to Ireland

MSC and ONE are the two shipping companies with the lowest rates on the China-Ireland route, for example:
Mediterranean Shipping (MSC)
The quotation for the Shanghai Ocean Mountain to Dublin/Cork route is: $1,950 for a 20-foot container, $3,350 for a 40-foot and high container
It is about 11%-18% lower than other companies on the same route (such as OOCL's 20-foot $2,400 and 40-foot $3,750)
Ocean Connected Shipping (ONE)
The quotation for the route from Shenzhen Yantian to Ireland is: 1,500 US dollars for 20-foot containers, and 2,300 US dollars for 40-foot and high containers
It is lower than other companies in the same port (such as HMM's 20-foot 2200 US dollars, 40-foot 2900 US dollars).