Ship happens! But with WTA you have a supporting partner.
WTA build long-term relationships with our customers because we work hard to deliver low final invoices, not just quote initial low rates.
We work hard to minimise additional costs, nor are tardy at moving or clearing your goods at the port so you rack up thousands in demurrage costs. We are transparent and trusted, and that’s why our customers come back to us time after time, and we have a 95% net promoter score.
Moving goods by sea might be slow, but it is generally the most cost-effective option, and the one with the lowest carbon footprint, making it still the most popular choice for imports and exports. However, in the current economic climate, it is prone to delays, blank sailings and port strikes, making it difficult to manage your supply chain effectively.
WTA prides itself on a flexible sea freight solution, combining the experience and network of the WTA team, with the latest visibility technology. We are the logistics partner you can rely on.
With frequently scheduled international shipping lanes and a network of dedicated global partners, we work with you to develop optimal international pallet shipping.
Customs Management
From simple, digital clearance, to a specialised team of licensed brokers helping you optimise a customs strategy, we have a solution to suit you.
Less Than Container Load (LCL)
If you don’t have a full container load to ship, the WTA team can help. WTA have its own LCL shipments going out weekly across the globe. Get on our mailing list, to keep up to date with deadlines and shipping schedules.
Full container load (FCL)
A more straightforward solution, as your load will fill its own container. Our team will work with you to optimise the route according to your business objectives.
01. Quote and book with ease
Either online, or simply pick up the phone and speak with the WTA team.
02. Complete Visibility
Complete container tracking through our cloud-based visibility platform
03. Flexibility
FCL, LCL, cross trade, ambient movement, you name it, we can create it across any trade lane.
04. Exceptional Customer Experience
Whilst out platform is powerful, it doesn't replace the WTA team for customer support.
05. Sustainable Logistics
From carbon reporting to carbon offsetting. From green trade lanes to research documents into the latest trends. We are here to help you align your ESG strategy to your logistics strategy.
Why choose WTA?
Sea-Air: The Smart Middle Ground for Speed and Cost
For shipments that can’t wait for traditional ocean transit but don’t justify the cost of full air freight. WTA’s Sea-Air solution delivers the perfect balance. By combining the cost efficiency of sea freight with the rapid final-mile speed of air cargo, it provides an alternative that keeps supply chains fast, flexible and financially efficient.
How It Works
Phase 1: Ocean Leg: China → Regional Hub
Shipments depart major Chinese ports, including Hong Kong, Shanghai, Ningbo and Shenzhen, via FCL or LCL to key transit hubs such as Dubai, India, Istanbul or Rotterdam.
Typical sea-leg transit: 12-18 days (compared with 30+ days for direct China-UK ocean routes).
Phase 2: Air Leg: Hub → United Kingdom
Cargo transfers seamlessly to air freight with priority handling and optimised customs processing.
Final-mile air transit: 2-3 days to leading UK airports (LHR, MAN, STN).
Total transit time: 15-21 days.
Best Suited For
Urgent but cost-sensitive shipments such as component shortages or during retail peak season
High-value or urgent goods needing faster acceleration (electronics, automotive parts, retail replenishment)
Businesses operating on tight but predictable inventory schedules
Key Benefits
- Save Up to 40% vs. direct air freight
- Cut transit times in half vs. pure sea freight (30-45 days → 15-21 days)
- Avoid congestion and delays common on China-UK ocean routes
- Stay ahead of seasonal air rate spikes with predictable pricing
- Minimise customs delays via single-point clearance at the hub
- Provides flexibility when managing everchanging shipping schedules, and can avoids potential delays
- More eco-friendly than air alone
WTA Value Add
Strategic Hub Partnerships: Guaranteed uplift through pre-negotiated air capacity and priority handling at major hubs.
End-to-End Visibility: Track both the ocean and air segments in one central platform via the WTA Platform.
Customs Expertise: Documentation is pre-cleared and synchronised to ensure smooth hub transfers and accelerated onward movement.
Speak to our specialist.
Liam has over 10 years of experience in international logistics. In that time he's worked his way up from a junior operator to leading our customer excellence team and now heading up sales.
During the rapid rise, he has developed a deep understanding of all transport modes and is loved for his attentive, constructive, and realistic approach. Customers value his honesty and clarity. Always providing accurate timelines and practical solutions that keep shipments moving.
"The service I receive from WTA is flawless from start to finish. As soon as I have any shipments for IBC Phoenix I will send them over to Dave at WTA and he will immediately acknowledge the request and confirm the collection time and date. I would give WTA a 10/10 to any of our customers who require a logistics partner”
David Wood, Customer Support Production Manager, Eaton
"Working with WTA has made the job of freighting our books to the USA extremely efficient, simple and cost-effective. The team at WTA are extremely helpful and knowledgeable, which makes working with them a real pleasure. I would recommend WTA for freight export and import wholeheartedly”
Gordon MacDonald, Director, GOST Books
“Thanks to WTA I was expertly guided by members of their team through the entire process, shipping dispatch, and customs documentation to finally receiving my goods at two different sites on two different days. The timings of these deliveries were spot on, and I am so grateful for the expert knowledge with regards to logistics, communication and timing that I have decided to bring all my shipping business to WTA”
Kirsty Mawhinney, Director of Skin Insights Ltd.