Sunny Worldwide Logistics: Streamlined Logistics from China to Antigua and Barbuda Seamlessly Expanding into the Caribbean
Shipping to Antigua and Barbuda requires transshipment via third countries due to limited vessel/airline schedules and insufficient cargo volume for direct consolidation. Sunny Worldwide Logistics maintains deep partnerships with major carriers to provide diversified logistics solutions.
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Sunny Worldwide Logistics: Streamlined Logistics from China to Antigua and Barbuda - Seamlessly Expanding into the Caribbean
Explore the globe with Sunny Worldwide Logistics – today, we take you to the Caribbean paradise and investment hotspot: Antigua and Barbuda!
Antigua and Barbuda, a renowned twin-island nation in the Eastern Caribbean, is famous for its high-end tourism, offshore finance, and Citizenship by Investment Program. As a member of the Commonwealth and a key member of CARICOM, Antigua is becoming an important gateway for Chinese businesses entering the Caribbean market. Sunny Worldwide
Logistics provides comprehensive logistics solutions from China to Antigua and Barbuda, addressing the unique logistics needs of this island nation.
Antigua and Barbuda's Main Trading Partners
United States (Largest Trading Partner): Accounts for 45% of total trade.
China (Primary Source of Imports): Bilateral trade reached US$180 million in 2024.
Trinidad and Tobago: Main source of energy supplies.
United Kingdom: Traditional trading partner.
Caribbean Neighbors: Intra-regional trade.
Main Trade Products between China and Antigua and Barbuda
China's Exports to Antigua:
Building Materials (40% of exports): Steel, cement, glass.
Hotel Supplies: Furniture, linens, tableware.
Mechanical and Electrical Products: Generators, air conditioning equipment.
Daily Commodities: Textiles, small goods.
New Energy Equipment: Solar panels, batteries.
Antigua's Exports to China:
Seafood: Lobster, conch.
Rum: High-end spirits.
Handicrafts: Unique souvenirs.
Small Quantities of Agricultural Products: Tropical fruits.
Main Logistics Channels in Antigua and Barbuda
St. John's Deep Water Harbour
The nation's only deep-water port, completed modernization in 2024.
Can accommodate万吨级货轮 (large cargo ships over 10,000 tons).
Chinese goods primarily transship via Miami/Kingston.
V.C. Bird International Airport
An important aviation hub in the Eastern Caribbean.
Three cargo flights per week.
High-value goods primarily transship via Miami.
Special Logistics Considerations:
Goods for Barbuda must be transshipped via Antigua.
Hurricane season (June-November) may affect logistics timelines.
No rail transport system.
Economic Characteristics and Investment Opportunities in Antigua and Barbuda
High-End Tourism:
Accounts for 60% of GDP.
Five new five-star resorts opened in 2024.
Strong demand for hotel supplies.
Citizenship by Investment Program (CBI):
Minimum investment of US$220,000 in 2025.
Chinese investors account for 18% of participants.
Renewable Energy:
Government plans to achieve 60% clean energy by 2030.
High demand for solar energy project investment.
Offshore Finance:
Growing number of International Business Company (IBC) registrations.
Increasing demand for supporting financial services.
Current State of Trade between Antigua and Barbuda and China
Trade reached US$180 million in 2024.
Main Growth Points:
Building materials (55% of bilateral trade).
Hotel supplies (35% year-on-year growth).
New energy equipment (80% year-on-year growth).
Cooperation Projects:
China-aided construction of a new airport terminal.
Solar power plant cooperation projects.
Logistics Recommendations
Optimal Routing:
General Cargo: Shanghai → Miami → St. John's Port (approx. 50 days total).
Urgent Cargo: Air freight via Miami (5-7 days).
Customs Clearance Key Points:
Building materials must comply with Caribbean building codes.
Food products require sanitation and quarantine certificates.
It is recommended to prepare documents in English in advance.
Warehousing Recommendations:
Establish temporary storage in St. John's City.
Utilize free trade zone policies.
(Note: As Antigua and Barbuda is an island nation, all logistics solutions require transshipment through a third country).
Sunny Worldwide Logistics can provide professional sea freight services (with transshipment through a third country) from China to Antigua and Barbuda, as well as emergency air freight solutions. Consult our Caribbean logistics experts – we understand island logistics best!
Sunny Worldwide Logistics - Founded in 1998, 27 years of focus on special logistics scenarios. With our own 1800 square meter Class A office building in Shenzhen, our mission is: "Sunny Worldwide Logistics, no accidents unless there's a natural disaster."
Service Scope: Sea freight transshipment, air charter, Caribbean customs clearance, project logistics, and other one-stop services.