West Africa ↔ Asia

Direct Cargo Shipping — Reliable, Tracked, Hassle-Free

Access MV Ocean Dragon's trusted, secure and efficient vessel services for end-to-end import & export. From booking to delivery with real-time tracking.

Trusted by leading businesses across West Africa

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Why Clarion

Delivering the world, one container at a time

From arrival of cargo to your doorstep, Clarion provides a continuous journey regardless of your volume of shipment. We operate terminals across Nigeria, with sea and land logistics chains so you never break a sweat moving your cargo.

With over 20 years of industry experience and excellence, we remain your better choice for consistent and reliable service in your supply chain.

  • End-to-end cargo management — booking to delivery
  • Terminals and support services across Nigeria
  • Real-time tracking and transparent freight rates
  • Where cargo meets confidence
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Our Network

Our Strategic Shipping Routes

We offer vessel services through multiple shipping line routes between China, West Africa and Nigeria.

Qingdao to Calabar route

Qingdao, China → Lagos → Onne → Calabar

Transit time: 30–35 days

Shanghai to Calabar route

Shanghai, China → Lagos → Onne → Calabar

Transit time: 30–35 days

Lome to Calabar route

Lome → Calabar

Transit time: 3–5 days

Nansha to Calabar route

Nansha, China → Lagos → Onne → Calabar

Transit time: 30–35 days

Shenzhen to Calabar route

Shenzhen, China → Lagos → Onne → Calabar

Transit time: 30–35 days

Yiwu to Calabar route

Yiwu, China → Lagos → Onne → Calabar

Transit time: 30–35 days

Onne to Hong Kong route

Onne → Hong Kong

Transit time: 25–28 days

North to Central Africa route

Egypt → Libya → Senegal → Ivory Coast → Ghana → Benin → Lagos → Cameroun

Transit time: 15–20 days

Cargo Management

End-to-End Cargo Management

We manage vessel cargo transport including booking, documentation, port loading, customs, routing and delivery.

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Booking

Reserve container space online in minutes with transparent rates.

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Documentation

Form-M, PAAR and shipping instructions handled by our experts.

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Customs & Routing

Clearance, compliance and inland routing across our terminals.

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Delivery

Haulage to your doorstep with real-time tracking the whole way.

Effective 10 June 2025

Container Freight Rate Schedule — MV Ocean Dragon

Indicative rates below. Rates are subject to review and may be revised without prior notice.

1. TINCAN / Apapa to Lekki Port (USD)

Rates for when the vessel is going empty and returning laden.

Container Type (TEU)

  • Empty (One Way) $78.79
  • Laden (Return) $133.33
  • To & Fro (Empty Both Ways) $109.09
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Container Type (FEU)

  • Empty (One Way) $151.52
  • Laden (Return) $181.82
  • To & Fro (Empty Both Ways) $218.18
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2. TINCAN / Apapa / Lekki to Onne / Port Harcourt (USD)

For bulk shipments with a minimum of 250 laden containers.

Container Type (TEU)

  • Rate per Container $745.45
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Container Type (FEU)

  • Rate per Container $927.27
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3. Regional Routes: Lome / Cotonou / Ghana (USD)

Container Type (TEU)

  • Empty $800
  • Laden $1,700
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Container Type (FEU)

  • Empty $1,200
  • Laden $2,100
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Note: To discuss your shipping needs, email info@cswaltd.com or call +234 8104 491 281.

Global Access

Our Operational Ports of Call

Seamless cargo loading across Nigerian, West African & Asian ports.

Clarion vessel loading containers at a Nigerian port

Nigeria

Apapa, Tincan, Lekki, Onne, Calabar

Clarion container being handled at a West African port at night

West Africa

Cotonou, Lome, Tema, Abidjan, Kribi, Dakar

Clarion containers being loaded at a port in China

China & Asia

Qingdao, Shanghai, Nansha, Shenzhen, Hong Kong

What We Do

Integrated Shipping & Logistics Services

Warehousing

Warehousing

On-demand storage facilities offering security, reliability and easy access.

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Logistics

Logistics

Integrated solutions that move your cargo seamlessly from point to point.

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Haulage

Haulage

Reliable transport from the terminals to any location your shipment needs.

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Ship agents

Ship Agents

Trusted agents to bring in your goods and handle paperwork with minimal stress.

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Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I track my shipment?
Use our online tracker via the booking portal or message us on WhatsApp at +234 8104 491 281.
What's included in freight rates?
Port fees, basic insurance and documentation are included in the quoted rates.
How long does shipping from China take?
Typical transit times from Chinese ports to Nigeria are 30–35 days, depending on the route and port of call.
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Let our experts help you manage all your shipping and logistics needs across West Africa and Asia.