About NorthLine
NorthLine is a freight forwarding partner based in China, helping overseas importers move goods by air, sea, rail and DDP — coordinating pickup, consolidation, customs and final delivery so you deal with one partner instead of many.
6 world regions · 69 destination guides · air, ocean, rail & DDP
Who we are
We are a China-origin freight forwarder working with overseas importers, distributors and brands. We coordinate the journey from your supplier's door in China to your warehouse or customer: booking the right mode, preparing export documents, arranging consolidation, and managing clearance and final delivery. We do not buy or sell your goods — we move them, and we keep the routing and pricing transparent so you can plan around it.
Because we work from the origin side, most of the practical work happens before the goods leave China — confirming pickup readiness, checking cartons and documents, and choosing between air, ocean, rail or express based on your volume, budget and deadline. That is what lets a single shipment or a repeat programme move predictably, rather than depending on what happens to be available at the last minute.
Built around how importers actually buy
Importers & Wholesalers
What they need: Predictable landed cost and reliable sailing or flight schedules.
How we support: We compare FCL and LCL, consolidate several suppliers and keep documentation consistent so containers clear without avoidable surprises.
Distributors & Retailers
What they need: Regular restocking without gaps on the shelf.
How we support: We plan recurring shipments, match the mode to your stock cycle and coordinate delivery to your DC or stores.
Manufacturers
What they need: Components, tooling or finished goods on tight production windows.
How we support: We prioritise schedule reliability and handle special-cargo requirements, packaging notes and documents before departure.
E-commerce & Amazon Sellers
What they need: Stock that reaches FBA or a 3PL under strict labelling rules.
How we support: We handle carton labels, FNSKU, appointments and DDP options so inventory arrives at the fulfilment centre ready to receive.
One partner across modes
Ocean Freight (FCL & LCL)
Full-container and shared-container options to major ports, with consolidation when your volume is smaller.
Explore Ocean Freight →Air Freight
Time-sensitive cargo priced on chargeable weight, with airport-to-door delivery where it fits.
Explore Air Freight →Railway Freight
China–Europe rail as a middle path between slower sea and costlier air.
Explore Railway Freight →Door-to-Door & DDP
Managed delivery with duties prepaid where the lane and Incoterm allow it.
Explore Door-to-Door & DDP →Warehousing & Consolidation
Receive goods from several suppliers and combine them into one shipment.
Explore Warehousing & Consolidation →Customs Coordination
Export documents, clearance coordination and cargo-insurance support.
Explore Customs Coordination →Where a shipment is won or lost
Depending on where your supplier is, how the goods are packed and where they are going, we plan pickup, consolidation and the export cut-off so the cargo meets the booked departure. Work is organised from the China origin side, with collection arranged from supplier locations in the provinces where your goods are produced, and consolidation before export.
- Pickup scheduled around your supplier's ready date and the export cut-off
- Consolidation of goods from several suppliers before one shipment
- Departure planning by mode, cargo type and destination
Specific cities, warehouses and services are confirmed per shipment on your lane.
Practical care, not slogans
Clear Quotation Scope
Every quote states what is included and excluded — main freight, origin handling, destination charges, duties or insurance — so you compare options on the same basis instead of chasing hidden items.
Suitable Shipping Options
We compare air, ocean, rail and express against your volume, budget and deadline, and recommend the mode that fits rather than the one that is easiest to book.
Supplier & Pickup Coordination
We confirm when goods will be ready, arrange collection from your supplier, and align pickup with the export cut-off so cargo is not left behind.
Cargo & Document Checks
Before departure we check the description, packaging, piece count, weight and volume, and that the invoice, packing list and transport document agree.
Shipment Communication
You get status updates at the key milestones and a clear point of contact for exceptions, so a delay or document issue is raised early rather than discovered on arrival.
Delivery Coordination
We coordinate clearance and the final-delivery requirements — address, appointment, access or FBA rules — so the shipment reaches the right place, not just the right country.
From cargo details to final delivery
- 1Send Cargo Details. Tell us the product, carton count, weight and dimensions, plus pickup and destination.
- 2Review Options & Quote. We compare modes and routing and send a quote with a clearly stated scope.
- 3Arrange Pickup & Preparation. We schedule collection, check packaging and documents, and consolidate if needed.
- 4Ship & Track. We book the departure and share milestone updates through transit.
- 5Coordinate Final Delivery. We manage clearance and delivery requirements to the final address.
Inside a working shipment
Receiving, palletizing, checking cartons and loading for departure — the steps goods go through at origin before they are handed to the carrier. Select a photo to enlarge it.
Checks that happen before departure
Most problems are preventable at origin. These checks happen before the cargo leaves, so issues are fixed while they are still cheap to fix.
- Packaging information check. We confirm carton strength, labelling and that the packaging suits the mode and handling.
- Piece, weight & volume check. Counts, gross weight and dimensions are checked against the packing list so the quote and documents stay accurate.
- Document consistency. Invoice, packing list and transport document are cross-checked for matching descriptions, values and quantities.
- Special cargo pre-screen. Batteries, liquids, powders and chemicals are reviewed against carrier and destination rules before booking — not every commodity can be carried.
- Exception feedback. If something does not add up, we raise it with you before departure rather than after.
Where we ship
Questions about working together
How do I start a quote?
Send your cargo details through the quote form or WhatsApp and we reply with routing options and a transparent price.
Can you consolidate goods from multiple suppliers?
Yes — goods from several suppliers can be received at a warehouse and combined into one shipment to reduce freight.
Do you arrange door-to-door and DDP?
Yes, on supported lanes. The exact scope, duties and taxes depend on the Incoterm you choose and the destination.
What information do you need to quote?
Pickup city in China, destination, cargo description, piece count, gross weight and dimensions or CBM.
How do I track my shipment?
You receive a shipment reference with status updates at pickup, departure, arrival and final delivery.
Can you ship to an Amazon FBA warehouse?
Yes — including carton labelling, FNSKU and appointment requirements, with DDP options where applicable.
Tell Us What You Need to Ship
Share your route, cargo and timing — we reply with a clear scope and a transparent quote.