Specialist vehicle and cargo shipping agent — UK to 100+ destinations worldwide
Specialist vehicle shipping agent — UK to 190+ destinations worldwide
Ascope Shipping Services Ltd is a UK-based international shipping specialist providing vehicle, container and cargo shipping from the UK to destinations worldwide. We arrange RoRo, container and groupage shipping for cars, vans, trucks, motorcycles, classic vehicles, household goods and commercial cargo.
From UK collection and export documentation to port delivery and ocean shipping, our team can arrange the key stages of your shipment and help you choose the most suitable shipping method for your vehicle or cargo.
15+ Years’ Experience
International shipping experience from the UK
14,000+ Vehicles and Cargo Shipped
Cars, vans, trucks, motorcycles, containers and specialist vehicles
100+ Destinations
Worldwide vehicle and cargo shipping routes
RoRo, Container & Groupage
Shipping options matched to your vehicle and destination
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Ascope Shipping provides specialist vehicle and container shipping from the UK to destinations worldwide. We arrange RoRo, container, groupage and cargo shipping for cars, vans, trucks, motorcycles, household goods and commercial cargo.
We’ve been shipping cars, vans, containers, trucks, motorbikes, motorhomes, caravans, and other vehicles successfully to destinations worldwide. You pick the route and method, while we take care of everything else, from picking up your vehicle and navigating customs to ensuring it gets delivered securely at the destination port. Our regular vehicle shipping services depart from various UK ports, such as Southampton, Teesport, Tilbury, London Gateway, Felixstowe, Immingham, Liverpool, Sheerness, and Bristol, to many international destinations every week.
Our car shipping routes cover everywhere from West and East Africa to the Middle East, the Caribbean, the USA, Canada, Australia and beyond, with regular sailings to over 100 destinations. Whatever you’re shipping and wherever it’s headed, we’ll recommend the car shipping method that genuinely suits your vehicle, not just the one that suits us.
Ascope Shipping Services Ltd is an established UK shipping company based in Hull, providing international vehicle, container and cargo shipping services.
Our team has more than 15 years of experience arranging shipments from the UK. We work with established shipping routes and port networks to arrange RoRo, container and groupage services according to the vehicle, cargo, destination and customer’s requirements.
We can assist with UK vehicle collection, export documentation, port delivery and shipping arrangements, helping customers understand the options available before they book.
Our aim is simple: provide clear shipping information, competitive quotations and practical support throughout the shipment.
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Before booking, we explain the available sailing options, expected transit time and destination port. Where we arrange UK vehicle collection or port delivery, we also coordinate these stages around the planned sailing.
With strong connections across major UK ports, we make car shipping from the United Kingdom simple, whichever corner of the world your vehicle is heading to.
We arrange international shipping for cars, vans, trucks, motorcycles, motorhomes, caravans, classic vehicles and other vehicles from the UK to destinations worldwide. Depending on the route and vehicle, we can arrange RoRo, container or shared-container shipping.
Container shipping provides an enclosed shipping option for vehicles, household goods and commercial cargo. Depending on the shipment, we can arrange dedicated or shared container space.
RoRo (Roll-on/Roll-off) shipping is a cost-effective option for eligible running vehicles. Vehicles are driven onto a specialised vessel, secured for the voyage and discharged at the destination port.
Groupage allows smaller consignments to share container space with other cargo, which can be a practical option when a full container is not required.
We arrange international cargo shipping from the UK for commercial and general cargo, with documentation and port arrangements available according to the shipment requirements.
We arrange shipping for household and personal belongings when relocating or sending possessions overseas, with container and shared-container options available depending on the shipment.
Not sure which method is right for your vehicle? That's exactly what we're here for. Our team will talk you through the real pros and cons for your specific vehicle and route, whether you're importing or exporting. We won't push whichever option happens to be easiest for us to book. Explore our vehicle shipping service page.
First, you have to choose a shipping method
Get a detailed quote according to your needs.
Once you accept the quote, we schedule your shipment.
Clean it, remove belongings (unless container), check fluids & battery, and gather title, Bill of Lading, invoice and ID.
Deliver the car to the port or arrange for it to be collected.
Our experts handle all export documentation and customs clearance.
Your vehicle is securely loaded and shipped to the port.
Collect your car upon arrival or arrange for delivery (if applicable).
The cost of shipping a vehicle internationally depends on several factors, including the destination, departure port, vehicle dimensions, shipping method, current sailing rates, collection location and whether additional services such as UK collection or export documentation are required.
To keep things clear and honest, a few costs usually sit outside your shipping quote and are payable at the destination:
We’ll always tell you upfront what your car shipping quote covers and what it doesn’t, so there are no surprises when your vehicle lands.
We arrange vehicle and cargo shipments through major UK departure ports, depending on the destination, shipping method and current sailing schedules.
UK departure options can include Southampton, Tilbury, London Gateway, Felixstowe, Immingham, Teesport, Liverpool, Sheerness and other UK ports where suitable services are available.
The most suitable departure port depends on the destination, carrier, vehicle type and sailing schedule, so we recommend checking the current options when requesting a quotation.
The best shipping method depends on the type and condition of your vehicle, the destination, your budget and whether you need enclosed or shared transport.
RoRo shipping is often the most economical option for standard running vehicles that meet the carrier’s requirements.
Container shipping can be preferable for high-value, classic, modified or non-running vehicles, or when you also need to ship personal effects or other cargo.
Shared-container shipping can be useful when you do not require a full container and want to share available container space with other shipments.
If you are unsure which option is suitable, Ascope Shipping can explain the available methods for your vehicle and destination before you book.
Our procurement team work tirelessly to ensure we acquire clean containers and all the required documentation to meet our customers’ expectation and match up with the dynamics of the market.
We have a vibrant fabrication department with a team of energetic and creative professionals who make sure your cargo is handled with care and arrive at destination safely.
Ascope Shipping is able to arrange delivery of the container to your address for loading and then transport back to the port for shipment to your final destination, hassle-free.
RoRo car shipping from the UK starts from around £400–£600 for West Africa and the Caribbean, £600–£900 for the USA, and £900–£1,400 for Australia. Container shipping costs more but offers full enclosure. Get a free quote at our shipping prices page — we respond within 24 hours.
RoRo (Roll-on Roll-off) means your vehicle is driven onto the vessel and secured in the car deck — it’s the cheapest and most common method. Container shipping places your vehicle inside a sealed steel container, offering extra protection. RoRo suits most running vehicles; container is better for high-value, classic, or non-running cars.
We ship from Southampton, Tilbury, Liverpool, Felixstowe, London Gateway, Immingham, Teesport, Sheerness, Portbury, and Grangemouth. Our base is Hull, East Yorkshire. The departure port depends on your destination and vessel schedule — we advise you on the best option.
Transit times vary by destination: typically 3–4 weeks to Nigeria or Ghana, 4–5 weeks to Jamaica, 3–4 weeks to the USA, and 6–8 weeks to Australia. Add 1–2 weeks for customs clearance at the destination port. We provide estimated arrival dates when you book.
You will need your V5C logbook, a valid passport or photo ID, and destination-specific customs paperwork. Some countries require additional documents — Ghana needs a PVoC certificate, Nigeria requires a PAAR number. Ascope Shipping guides you through every document required for your route.
Yes. Non-running, salvage, and damaged vehicles are shipped via container, as they cannot be driven onto a RoRo vessel. We arrange specialist lifting equipment and flat-rack or open-top containers where needed. Contact us at sales@ascopeshipping.co.uk to discuss your vehicle.
Yes. We can arrange a collection from your UK address and delivery to your destination port, covering the full journey. Alternatively, you can drop your vehicle at the UK departure port yourself. We handle all UK paperwork, customs clearance, and port handling.
Marine cargo insurance is available for all shipments and covers your vehicle against loss or damage during transit. We strongly recommend taking out insurance for peace of mind. Speak to our team when booking and we will arrange appropriate cover for your vehicle’s value.
