Wholesale Freight Consolidator for Irish Shipping Agents: Dublin and Belfast

Why choose TCB Group as a wholesale freight consolidator in Ireland?

Since 2007, TCB Group has grown to become Ireland’s leading provider of import and export consolidation services, working in partnership with Irish shipping agents and freight forwarders.

Our wholesale model is built around commercial neutrality. TCB Group provides the freight service while the shipping agent retains the customer relationship. We do not compete with agents for their customers.

With offices and container freight stations in Dublin and Belfast, agents can access services across both the Republic of Ireland and Northern Ireland from one freight partner.

TCB Group is a member of the Irish International Freight Association and is IATA accredited in the Republic of Ireland, Northern Ireland and Great Britain.

Irish shipping agents can use TCB Group for:

• In-house LCL import and export consolidations
• Air freight worldwide
• Weekly LCL rail freight from Xi’an
• European LTL and groupage road freight
• DAP and DDP services across NI and ROI
• Customs support and agency representation
• Online LCL booking, tracking and document access
• CFS handling in both Dublin and Belfast

“We believe that our mission is simple. To equip our partners with the most competitive, reliable wholesale solutions they need to secure bookings and provide an outstanding service for their customers.” Darren Green, Managing Director

What wholesale freight services does TCB Group Ireland provide?

TCB Group gives Irish shipping agents access to sea, air, rail and road freight services, supported by operations in Dublin and Belfast and our international office network.

The main services available are:

For the wider trade-only proposition, including sea, air, rail and road services, visit our wholesale freight solutions for Irish shipping agents.

How does TCB Group’s LCL sea freight service work?

TCB Group operates in-house LCL consolidations on key global import and export trade lanes through Dublin and Belfast.

Direct LCL import consolidations operate from:

• Qingdao
• Ningbo
• Shanghai
• Xiamen
• Shenzhen
• Hong Kong
• Nhava Sheva
• Taiwan
• Singapore
• Colombo
• Rotterdam
• New York

Global LCL coverage is also available through five major hubs: New York, Rotterdam, Qingdao, Colombo and Singapore.

Cargo can be received into the Dublin and Belfast container freight stations, with a maximum three-day CFS turnaround after arrival.

For exports, TCB Group operates a weekly consolidation from Dublin to Singapore, with onward transhipment across the Asia-Pacific region. Global export coverage is also supported through Rotterdam.

Which LCL import routes are available to Ireland?

Agents looking for individual origins, direct services and route information can use our LCL import consolidations to Ireland route index.

This keeps route information separate from the Ireland office page while providing a direct route into the appropriate consolidation service for an upcoming shipment.

What air freight services are available through TCB Group Ireland?

TCB Group provides international air freight services for Irish shipping agents and is IATA accredited in the Republic of Ireland, Northern Ireland and Great Britain.

Our air freight network covers more than 700 international airports and 250 airlines worldwide.

Services range from consolidated air cargo to full flight charter and can include dangerous goods, perishables and high-value cargo.

TCB Group also operates a consolidated air cargo gateway between Manchester and Singapore, providing connections between Ireland, the UK and the wider Asia-Pacific region.

Which European road freight groupage services are available?

TCB Group provides LTL and groupage road freight between Ireland and Europe.

Core European coverage includes:

• Belgium
• Netherlands
• Luxembourg
• Germany
• Poland
• Switzerland
• Austria
• Czechia
• Slovakia
• Slovenia
• Hungary
• The Balkans

The road freight team can also handle specialised freight, including hazardous materials, high-value goods and loads outside standard pallet-network dimensions.

Oversized road freight can be handled up to 6 metres in length and 2 tonnes in weight.

Services can include collection throughout Ireland, customs support and onward multimodal transport where required.

How does LCL rail freight from China to Ireland work?

TCB Group operates weekly LCL rail freight departures from Xi’an in China to Ireland.

The service provides an alternative to sea and air freight for suitable cargo, with a 32-day transit stated in TCB Group’s current Ireland service information.

Cargo can be routed from across mainland China, with onward handling for Dublin and Belfast.

The service is not suitable for dangerous goods, medication or human foodstuffs.

Full service information is available on our rail freight from China to Ireland page.

How do DAP and DDP services work across Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland?

TCB Group supports Irish shipping agents requiring freight services and agency representation across both jurisdictions.

Services include:

• Customs clearance in ROI and NI
• DAP and DDP options
• Agency representation for ROI agents in Northern Ireland
• Agency representation for NI agents in the Republic of Ireland
• Belfast CFS container loading and unloading
• Invoicing in euro or sterling
• Online shipment tracking and document access

This gives agents in either jurisdiction access to local operational support when they have freight requirements on the other side of the border.

How does the online booking and tracking portal help Irish shipping agents?

TCB Group’s online portal allows Irish shipping agents to manage LCL shipments without relying on email for every booking, document or status update.

Agents can:

• Make LCL bookings 24/7
• Upload commercial invoices, packing lists and clearance instructions
• Track cargo using real-time updates
• Access shipping documents
• Manage shipment information online

The portal is designed specifically to support agents using TCB Group’s LCL services.

Visit the online booking portal for Irish shipping agents for more information or contact the team to request access.

How does TCB Group’s global network support Irish shipping agents?

TCB Group has operational branches in Belfast, Dublin, Liverpool and Singapore.

These locations support freight movements across the main markets served by the group and connect Irish agents with international sea and air freight services.

TCB Group is a member of the Irish International Freight Association, BIFA and the Singapore Logistics Association. Our international network also supports the global LCL hubs and overseas freight connections used by the Irish wholesale operation.

For Irish shipping agents, this means the local relationship remains with the Dublin or Belfast team while overseas handling and freight services can be coordinated through TCB Group’s wider network.

Questions about TCB Group Ireland

Where are the CFS facilities?

TCB Group operates container freight stations in both Dublin and Belfast.

The Belfast CFS is at 14 Pilots View, Heron Road, Belfast, BT3 9LE. The Dublin operation is based at Blanchardstown Corporate Park 1, Ballycoolin Road, Blanchardstown, Dublin 15.

Who do I contact for wholesale rates?

Irish shipping agents can contact TCB Group with the origin, destination, cargo dimensions, weight and any collection or delivery requirements.

For Dublin, call +353 (1) 6917858. For Belfast, call +44 (0) 28 9560 8444.

Are you IATA accredited in both jurisdictions?

Yes. TCB Group is IATA accredited in both the Republic of Ireland and Northern Ireland. TCB Group is also IATA accredited in Great Britain.

Does TCB Group provide freight consolidation services in Ireland?

Yes. TCB Group provides wholesale freight consolidation for Irish shipping agents through its Dublin and Belfast operations.

This includes direct LCL import consolidations on key global trade lanes and a weekly export consolidation from Dublin to Singapore.

Is TCB Group a freight forwarder in Dublin and Belfast?

TCB Group operates freight services from both Dublin and Belfast, but its LCL and consolidation proposition in Ireland is provided on a wholesale basis to Irish shipping agents and freight forwarders.

The company also provides air, rail, road, DAP and DDP services from its Irish operations.

Does TCB Group offer air freight in Northern Ireland?

Yes. TCB Group is IATA accredited in Northern Ireland and provides international air freight through a network covering more than 700 airports and 250 airlines.

Services include consolidated air cargo, charter requirements, dangerous goods, perishables and high-value freight.

Can Irish agents track TCB Group shipments online?

Yes. Irish shipping agents using TCB Group’s LCL services can use the online portal to make bookings, upload documents, access shipment documents and track cargo with real-time updates.

How do I request wholesale rates from TCB Group Ireland?

TCB Group supports Irish shipping agents from offices and container freight stations in Dublin and Belfast, with wholesale freight services by sea, air, rail and road.

For an upcoming shipment, send the origin, destination, cargo dimensions, weight and collection or delivery requirements to the team. We can provide the relevant service information, schedule and agent rates.

Request a wholesale freight quote or make a partner enquiry through our contact form.

Dublin: +353 (1) 6917858
Belfast: +44 (0) 28 9560 8444