Sea freight that makes your business better.
Our sea freight service is underpinned by two things: our people and our technology.Â
Starting with your business objectives in mind, you benefit from our deep-level expertise and decades of moving cargo. Our team, partnered with carriers and network partners will form the optimal solution.Â
Our pricing includes access to NaviaHub and Navia API, which offers purchase order management, SKU-level information, and on-demand reporting to help you make more informed business decisions.
Our Sea Freight Service Solutions
Full Container Load (FCL)
An FCL service that starts with your business objectives, and works backwards to manage your documentation and book cargo on the sailings that gives the result you’re expecting.
We carefully monitor your shipment, ensure the goods arrive as expected and work with you to manage containers so you aren’t surprised by unnecessary detention and demurrage costs.
Less Than Container Load (LCL)
We understand that moving LCL can present its own challenges compared to full containers. By working with one of the world’s biggest consolidators, we give you the confidence of consistency regardless of the service.
Using our LCL service you can expect the same high-calibre performance as your FCL shipments.
Project Logistics
Whether your goods perfectly fit into a dry container or not, we can move them for you. Our team have the experience and knowledge to facilitate the movement of all kinds of project cargo.
We’ll take the time to understand your needs and formulate a solution that gets your goods safely to their destination working with your required transit times.
Purchase Order & Vendor Management
You shouldn’t feel a pang of anxiety when exceptions occur. With our Critical Chain feature, we show you where your SKU/PO is in the supply chain and tell you why it’s there.
We build your SLAs into our key milestones and liaise with your suppliers to ensure they adhere to them, leaving you more time for strategic-level supply chain work.
Our Integrations
Navia API can integrate with any software using a REST APIÂ and this is at no additional cost to our customers. We can also integrate via traditional EDI methods with SAP, Odoo, InforNexus, JD Edwards and Microsoft Dynamics.
For both integration types, just let us know when you onboard with us.
Why Choose Navia?
Performance Under Pressure
The true test of performance is how we perform when things don’t go as planned.
Being kept in the dark or an unclear resolution will leave you, and your customers, incredibly frustrated.Â
Our industry experience means that when an exception occurs, our team have seen it before and know what to do. We keep you informed on what’s been actioned so that you can proactively keep your stakeholders in the loop.
Best-in-Class Tech Stack
Innovation is part of our DNA. Over a decade ago, we realized the importance of data. By enabling you with technology, we empower your business to thrive.
That’s why we invested in proprietary technology, that provides real-time information in the format that best suits your workflow: on our platform, sent via notification, or directly integrated into your systems.
This innovative spirit extends to our own systems, where we leverage AI and process visualisation tools to optimise for greater accuracy and efficiency.
A Partner, Not A Provider
At Navia, we aim to be more than just a sea freight provider; we become an extension of your team.
Once you give us the purchase order, we manage the supply chain, with minimal lift on your end. Partnering with us takes the load off of you, allowing you to focus on the rest of your business.
CO2 Reports & Offsetting
Freight and logistics account for over 10% of the world’s CO2 emissions. When accounting for your product’s entire value chain of a product, this increases exponentially.
To mitigate this, we give you visibility over the emissions your shipments produce in real-time from the NaviaHub. We then give the option to offset your emissions via our offsetting partner, Lune.
Who we've worked with
We sought a 3PL and forwarder who were keen to understand our business priorities and meet the challenge of attaining our key deliverables.
Navia navigated the transition from our previous 3PL and forwarder professionally, making our challenges their challenges, ensuring that they elevated when required and communicated effectively when obstacles were too great to overcome.
– Dickies, Santa Cruz, Independent
Navia’s 3PL offering and network, specifically in regional areas, has provided much-needed solutions for JD across Australia and New Zealand.
They work with us to fulfil orders efficiently even in challenging situations.
– JD Sports
Navia’s 3PL services have helped us take our business to the next level. Using their 3PL services has really allowed us to focus on what we are good at without having to worry about parcels being dispatched in a timely manner.
The 3PL team across Sydney, Europe and USA have been nothing but amazing. We have a large range of products that is constantly changing and they have been nothing but supportive across all areas.
– SplashBlanket & Yoni Pleasure Palace
Navia are a Global Sea Freight Partner
International Offices across 9 countries
With decades of experience, Navia is a global supply chain partner with locations in 9 countries globally and a network that extends far beyond this.Â
With offices in Oceania, North America, Europe, and Asia, we have the resources to connect you with the world’s most far-reaching corners.
This ensures no matter your cargo’s origin or destination, we have an office or partner that can expertly handle your shipment.
Sea Freight Frequently Asked Questions
What are your rates?
Our rates are very competitive and will ultimately depend on your supply chain requirements. When discussing with our team, we will be able to provide you with a quote. We often get very good feedback on our pricing.
Do you provide online tracking for your shipments?
Absolutely, you can track your shipments in two ways: via our proprietary platform the NaviaHub, or via our own Navia API which will give you shipment updates fed directly into your ERP.
Do you provide customs clearance?
Yes, as an Australian Trusted Trader, we perform all brokerage in-house and clear your goods ensuring they move on the appropriate tariffs and are compliant with regulations.
Can you unpack containers?
Definitely. We provide an end-to-end supply chain, which includes international forwarding, origin customs clearance, pickup from the port and transport, as well as container unpack and de-hire.
Which shipping lines do you work with?
We work with a variety of shipping lines to ensure we can offer the best service depending on your business’s cost and service needs. We have relationships with the highest-caliber carriers, but we can also work with other carriers where necessary.
Which industries do you specialise in?
Our customer base is extremely diverse. We consign freight across a range of industries including retail apparel, FMCG, power tools and industrial machinery, chemicals and perishables. Many of our customers have intricate supply chains that we service by immersing ourselves in their supply chain to tailor an appropriate solution.