Shipping heavy machinery from the UK to Africa can seem daunting, but with the right guidance, it doesn’t have to be. Whether you’re transporting a trailer, construction equipment, or other heavy machinery, understanding the shipping options, ports, and regulations is key to a smooth process. At Trans Global Logistics UK Lt, we provide expert support from door-to-port or door-to-door, ensuring your heavy machinery reaches its destination safely and on time.

Shipping Methods for Heavy Machinery

When shipping heavy machinery to Africa, there are several methods to choose from:

1. RORO (Roll-On/Roll-Off)
RORO is ideal for trailers and wheeled heavy machinery. Vehicles are driven onto specialized vessels, secured, and transported safely. It’s cost-effective and widely used for large machinery.

2. Container Shipping
FCL (Full Container Load): Perfect for larger shipments or multiple pieces of heavy machinery. You have exclusive use of the container, which ensures maximum security.

3. Air Freight
Although more expensive, air freight is ideal for urgent shipments of smaller heavy machinery that need to reach African destinations quickly.

Major African Ports for Shipping Heavy Machinery

We can ship heavy machinery to a wide range of African ports, ensuring flexibility and convenience:

 South Africa: Durban, Cape Town, Port Elizabeth
 Nigeria: Lagos
 Ghana: Tema
 Kenya: Mombasa
 Tanzania: Dar es Salaam
 Mozambique: Maputo
 Zimbabwe: Harare
 Angola: Luanda
 Morocco: Casablanca, Tangier
 Egypt: Alexandria

Rules & Regulations for Shipping Heavy Machinery
Shipping heavy machinery to Africa requires compliance with import regulations, customs duties, and safety standards. Our team at Trans Global Logistics UK Ltd guides you through:

 Customs documentation
 Import permits
 Vehicle and machinery inspections
 Shipping insurance
 Handling oversized or overweight cargo

We make sure your heavy machinery is fully compliant, reducing delays and avoiding unnecessary costs.

Door-to-Port and Door-to-Door Services
Whether you need your heavy machinery collected from your site in the UK or delivered directly to your destination in Africa, we offer flexible solutions:

 Door-to-Port: We pick up your heavy machinery and deliver it safely to the port of departure.
 Door-to-Door: We manage the entire journey, from your site in the UK to the final destination in Africa, including customs clearance and in land transportation.

Contact Us
Trans Global Logistics UK Limited, International Shipping & Logistics Company with 30 years of experience, will be able to offers several services for your Yacht and Boat Transport / Customs Clearance / Import and UK Vehicle Registration to confidently support your shipment in either Import or Export for any type of equipment.

Contact us at Trans Global Logistics UK Limited – bizdev@tglog.co.uk – phone 07833 410 281 www.tglog.co.uk