Canada and Norway have a strong trade relationship. In 2022, Canada made $4.9 billion in merchandise exports to Norway, including nickel, base metals, precious stones, copper, and machinery.
If your business offers these merchandise and you want to tap into the Norway export market from Canada, you’ve come to the right place. Before you endeavor to ship to Norway, here’s every you need to know about your shipping options, estimated costs and transit times, customs clearance, and more.Â
Shipping freight from Canada to Norway can be done through ocean or air freight.Â
Ocean freight is the cheapest way to send your goods from Canada to Norway. It’s also the most accommodating, able to ship any type of cargo of any size, weight, or volume.Â
Ocean freight offers two shipping options: less than container load (LCL) or full container load (FCL).Â
In LCL, your goods will be consolidated with shipments belonging to other sellers. You share the space of a container with them, which means you can enjoy cheaper shipping rates. However, the consolidation process can also add to your transit time, making LCL slower than other shipment modes.Â
In FCL, on the other hand, you rent the space in an entire container, which means you can ship large, heavy cargo. This also allows for isolated shipping, which may be necessary for delicate or fragile goods. Since you own the space in the entire container, however, FCL can be expensive. However, it does give you the benefit of faster transit times.Â
Air freight is the fastest way to get your goods from Canada to Norway. It’s also the most secure mode of shipment, thanks to strict airport regulations. This strictness, however, can also be a double-edged sword, as air freight has stringent rules about the type, size, weight, and volume of cargo it can accommodate. This mode of shipment can also get expensive.Â
The cost to ship cargo from Canada to Norway depends on the following factors:Â
Your choice of ocean or air shipping
Your preference for door-to-door, port-to-port, port-to-door, or door-to-port deliveries
Your consignment’s weight, volume, and size
Weight and size limits
Your chosen mode of shipment will primarily determine the time it takes to ship cargo from Canada to Norway.Â
It takes roughly 13 days for cargo to arrive in Norway from Canada through ocean freight. Check out the table below for transit times according to your chosen port or origin and destination.
TRADE LANE RATES
When your goods arrive in Norway, they will be inspected by customs clearance authorities. For a smooth and fast process, you need to provide them with the following documents:Â
Examples of these customs clearance documents are in our full documents list.Â
The mode of shipment you choose should be based on your unique needs and the specifications of your cargo. To help you decide, here are some pointers to keep in mind.Â
Ocean freight is an ideal cost-effective way to get your goods from Canada to Norway. It allows you to ship any type of cargo and can accommodate goods of different sizes, weights, and volumes. However, ocean freight has long transit times. You must also decide if you’ll be shipping by LCL or FCL.Â
LCL is best for cargo that is:Â
FCL, on the other hand, is more suitable for cargo that is:Â
If you want to get cargo from Canada to Norway fast, you should go with air freight. But remember, this mode of shipment may have strict regulations regarding the type, size, weight, and volume of cargo you can ship.Â
It’s best, however, for high-value shipments due to more secure transit and movement. Although air freight is expensive, it’s worth the cost considering the speed and security you enjoy with it.Â
The Port of Montreal in the Saint Lawrence River seaway serves the areas of Quebec and Montreal. It’s an ideal port because of its short, direct trade route between Europe, North America, and the Mediterranean.Â
The Port of Halifax is highly efficient, with connections to over 150 economies worldwide. The port has imposed deadlines on itself to move cargo much faster while maintaining quality of service and professionalism.Â
The Port of Saint John is the largest in the eastern region of Canada. It can handle 28 million metric tonnes of cargo and is connected to 500 ports worldwide. Among the types of cargo this port moves include containers, bulk, breakbulk, dry cargo, and liquid cargo.Â
The Port of Oslo is Norway’s main seaport, catering to half the Norwegian population. It has advanced terminals, making it the country’s natural logistics center. Every year, the port handles 6 million tonnes of cargo.Â
The Port of Narvik is important for Norway’s logistics and transportation needs. Its most renowned terminal is the Narvik Terminal, which boasts electronic access control that requires staff to be authorized by Port Control.Â
The Port of Bergen is located in western Norway, serving the area by handling various cargo types, including containers, bulk liquids, breakbulk, and Ro-Ro. The port is the second-largest in the country and one of Europe's major cruise locations.Â
The Toronto Pearson International Airport is a significant cargo airport in Canada, handling 45% of its air cargo. It is the busiest airport by cargo and passenger traffic, with scheduled freight services to Europe, Asia, and Latin America.Â
The Vancouver International Airport is a cargo hub between Asia and North America. It is located 14 km from the Port of Vancouver. This airport prioritizes cargo transfer efficiency, with partnerships with forwarders and trucking companies.Â
The Calgary International Airport provides an essential gateway for shipments from Asia, Europe, and Latin America. It has connections to over 140 airports around the world and boasts the longest runway in Canada.Â
The Oslo Gardermoen Airport, commonly known simply as Oslo Airport, is in Oslo, Norway’s capital and most populous city. It is the country’s biggest airport by cargo traffic, handling 43,500 metric tons in 2021.Â
The Stavanger Sola Airport, also called Stavanger Airport or simply Sola, is an international airport in Rogaland County, Norway. In 2021, it handled a volume of 3,000 metric tons, making it the country's second-most-frequented airport for cargo traffic.Â
Bodø Airport is located in the town of Bodø in Nordland county, Norway. It has a civil and military air force facility and handles about 2,000 metric tons of cargo traffic. The airport is mainly a hub for Widerøe Airlines.
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