Automotive shipping by container and RoRo

Describe the vehicle and its condition

Provide the make, model, dimensions, weight and identification details through the agreed operational channel. State whether it starts, drives, steers and brakes. Declare modifications, damage, leaks and any non-running condition; these can affect handling and acceptance even when another vehicle of the same model has shipped before.

• Passenger cars, SUVs and commercial vehicles
• Motorcycles and other smaller units
• Construction and agricultural machinery
• Non-running units only after a specific handling review

When a container may be suitable

A container offers an enclosed transport space where the vehicle, access and securing arrangement are compatible with the equipment. The plan must account for loading and unloading, clearance around the unit and suitable restraints. More than one vehicle may be considered only when dimensions and a safe loading configuration permit it.

Full Container Load shipping · Equipment for oversized machinery

When RoRo may be suitable

RoRo uses supported services for vehicles and wheeled equipment that meet the operator’s requirements. Route availability, operating condition and handling restrictions are assessed together. Non-running equipment, electric vehicles and damaged units require explicit review; do not assume acceptance from a previous shipment.

RoRo requirements and questions

Prepare the document and receiving plan

Ask which ownership, commercial and identification documents are required for the exact origin, destination and vehicle status. The importer should verify destination eligibility before shipment. Agree who arranges export formalities, port handover and collection after arrival, and keep the vehicle description consistent across the documents.

Disclose batteries, contents and special handling

Identify electric, hybrid or alternative-fuel vehicles and any relevant battery condition. Loose items and personal belongings must be declared and checked against the carrier and destination requirements. Before handover, agree the permitted condition, key arrangements and a record of the unit’s visible condition; do not prepare the vehicle from generic assumptions.

Regulated cargo review · Prepare shipment documents