Ireland’s export sector is thriving, and Irish shipping agents need a reliable, cost-effective wholesale partner to keep cargo moving efficiently when exporting from Ireland across global sea freight lanes. TCB Group has been at the forefront of Irish export consolidation since 2007, growing to become Ireland’s leading provider of wholesale LCL sea freight solutions.
Whether you are moving pallet-sized loads to Singapore, New York, Cape Town, or Sydney, TCB Group empowers Irish freight forwarders to deliver faster, smarter, and more competitive sea freight services to their own customers. Our direct in-house export consol operations give Irish agents exporting from Ireland the global reach and service options they need, without the complexity.
Partnering with TCB Group means your customers benefit from our competitive wholesale rates, weekly export services, dependable CFS operations in Dublin and Belfast, and a fully integrated online booking and tracking portal. We take care of the sea freight, so you can focus on supporting your customers.
Ireland’s Leading Provider of Wholesale LCL Export Sea Freight
TCB Group has built its reputation on one core principle: equipping Irish shipping agents with the most competitive, reliable wholesale solutions they need to secure bookings and deliver an outstanding service for their customers.
Our in-house LCL consol operations run directly through Dublin and Belfast ports, giving agents exporting from Ireland seamless access to key global sea freight markets.
As a proactive long-term partner, we invest in the relationships that matter. Our team works closely with Irish freight forwarders to understand their lanes, their customers, and the service levels they need to stay competitive.
Exporting from Ireland to Asia
When it comes to exporting from Ireland by sea, TCB Group’s flagship service is our direct in-house LCL export consolidation from Dublin to Singapore. This service provides Irish agents with a highly competitive, dependable route into Asia Pacific, with seamless second-leg transhipment across the wider APAC region managed by our trusted network of agents on the ground.
Singapore is one of the world’s premier logistics hubs, making it the ideal gateway for Irish exporters targeting markets across South East Asia, Australia, India, and the Far East. By consolidating your customers’ cargo with TCB Group, Irish agents can offer competitive rates and reliable transit times that would be difficult to achieve independently.
Our Singapore service operates on a regular weekly schedule, ensuring consistent departure frequency for Irish exporters and their customers. Goods are received into our Dublin CFS and consolidated efficiently before departure, keeping dwell times to a minimum.
Global LCL Export Coverage
For Irish exporters targeting destinations beyond Asia Pacific, TCB Group provides comprehensive global LCL export coverage through our Rotterdam hub. Rotterdam is Europe’s largest port and a critical transhipment gateway connecting Ireland to markets across North America, South America, Africa, the Middle East, and beyond.
This dual-hub model — Singapore for APAC and Rotterdam for the rest of the world means Irish shipping agents can position TCB Group as a single wholesale sea freight partner for virtually any export destination their customers require. One relationship, one portal, global reach.
What Our LCL Sea Freight Export Service Includes
Our export sea freight offering is supported by a comprehensive range of additional services, designed to make the process as seamless as possible for Irish agents:
- Receiving goods into Dublin and Belfast CFS
- Collection service throughout Ireland
- Global LCL coverage through two major hubs
- Collection and last-leg delivery worldwide
- Auto-generated and customised reporting
- Online booking, tracking, and document portal
- Dangerous goods solutions
Exporting from Dublin vs Exporting from Belfast
TCB Group operates CFS facilities in both Dublin and Belfast, giving Irish agents flexibility depending on where their customers’ cargo originates. Both facilities offer the same comprehensive wholesale LCL export service, with direct access to TCB Group’s global sea freight network.
For agents operating across both jurisdictions, TCB Group also provides cross-border support, customs clearance across ROI and NI, and agency representation for ROI agents in NI and vice versa. Invoicing is available in either Euro or Sterling, removing friction for agents with customers on both sides of the border.
This all-island capability is a genuine differentiator for Irish shipping agents looking to serve customers across the entire island of Ireland from a single wholesale sea freight partner.
Why LCL Sea Freight Is the Right Solution for Most Irish Exporters
Less than Container Load (LCL) sea freight is the most cost-effective option for companies exporting from Ireland who do not have enough cargo to fill a full container. Rather than paying for unused space in a full container, your customers’ goods are consolidated with other shippers’ cargo into a shared container, and each shipper only pays for the space their freight occupies.
For pallet-sized loads, LCL sea freight offers the ideal balance of cost, reliability, and global reach when exporting from Ireland. TCB Group specialises in this space, consolidating and shipping pallet-sized loads with maximum efficiency across the routes that matter most to Irish agents and their customers.
As Ireland’s market-leading wholesale LCL provider, TCB Group are ideally positioned to equip Irish freight forwarders with eth services they need to satisfy customers exporting from Ireland to destinations worldwide.
Online Booking Portal: LCL Exporting From Ireland Has Never Been Simpler
TCB Group’s online booking portal is designed to make LCL sea freight shipping faster, simpler, and more transparent for Irish agents managing export shipments. Through the portal, you can make LCL bookings 24/7, upload commercial documents, including commercial invoices, packing lists, clearance instructions, and quotes, track cargo with real-time updates, and access shipping documents instantly.
No more back-and-forth emails or chasing updates. Simply log in, manage your bookings, and access everything you need in one place. Contact us to request access or to arrange a demonstration of the portal.
Why Irish Shipping Agents Choose TCB Group for LCL Sea Freight Exports From Ireland
Since 2007, TCB Group has grown into Ireland’s market-leading provider of wholesale LCL sea freight services, with operational branches in Dublin, Belfast, Liverpool, and Singapore. Our global network is supported by active membership of leading international logistics networks, giving Irish agents access to a powerful worldwide community of trusted partners and service providers.
- Hassle-free LCL sea freight solutions worldwide
- Direct export consols from Dublin to Singapore
- Global coverage via Rotterdam hub
- CFS facilities in Dublin and Belfast
- Maximum three-day CFS turnaround
- Online booking and tracking portal
- Proactive long-term wholesale partnership
Our wholesale-only model means Irish freight forwarders can rely on us as a dependable behind-the-scenes partner. We work with your business, not around it.
Frequently Asked Questions: Exporting from Ireland by Sea Freight
What sea freight export destinations does TCB Group cover from Ireland?
TCB Group offers global LCL sea freight export coverage from Ireland. Our flagship service runs direct from Dublin to Singapore, with onwards transhipment across Asia Pacific. For all other destinations, we provide global coverage through our Rotterdam hub, connecting Irish shippers to North America, South America, Africa, the Middle East, and continental Europe.
What is LCL sea freight and why is it suited to exporting from Ireland?
LCL (Less than Container Load) sea freight allows multiple shippers to share space in a single container, with each paying only for the volume their cargo occupies. It is ideal for Irish exporters moving pallet-sized loads who do not have enough cargo to justify a full container, making it the most cost-effective sea freight solution for the majority of Irish export shipments.
Does TCB Group offer export sea freight from Belfast as well as Dublin?
Yes. TCB Group operates in-house CFS facilities in both Dublin and Belfast, with the same wholesale LCL export service available from both locations. We also provide cross-border support and customs clearance across both the Republic of Ireland and Northern Ireland, with invoicing available in either Euro or Sterling.
How often do TCB Group’s export sea freight services depart?
Our LCL export consols operate on a regular weekly schedule from Dublin. Contact our team for the current sailing schedule and cut-off dates for specific trade lanes, including our direct Dublin to Singapore service.
Does TCB Group handle dangerous goods on its sea freight export services?
Yes. TCB Group offers dangerous goods solutions as part of its LCL sea freight export offering. Our team manages the compliant handling and documentation of hazardous cargo, ensuring safe and regulation-compliant shipping.