Car shipping to Libreville Gabon from the UK
Cargonaija is one of the UK’s Car shipping giants to African countries especially Libreville Gabon. We can help you with shipping any of the following: car, Van, Truck, 4×4 runner, Jeep, from the UK to Libreville Gabon. In case you’re looking for a prudent way to send your vehicle, we are your best point of contact.
Roll on Roll Off Vehicle Shipping Dates to Gabon from Tilbury UK
| Port of Departure | Closing Date | Sailing Date | Arrival Date |
| Tilbury | 22/01/25 | 27/01/25 | 12/02/25 |
| Tilbury | 05/02/25 | 08/02/25 | 25/02/25 |
Important Information when Shipping Car to Libreville Gabon from the UK
If you’re shipping a car for the very first time, there is a host of information you need to familiarize yourself with. Cars, Van, trucks, etc are shipped by RORO and via Container. Generally, the difference in both is the price and the type or value of the vehicle you’re shipping. Vehicle shipping by the RORO method is ideal for cars of lower value, and the Container car shipping method is ideal for shipping luxury cars. If you’re thinking of going into the business of a car dealership back in your home country, you may want to explore the cheaper option.
Changes in place for importers wanting to ship vehicles to Gabon from the UK. Below are the important rules all car importers need to Know.
The vehicle batteries will be disconnected when it arrives at the shipping port in the UK. Therefore, it’s extremely important not to cover the battery area with any load. The same battery disconnection rules apply to some cars such as Mercedes Benz with their battery compartment in the boot. So, if you have such a vehicle, it is important to remember not to load cargo covering the battery.
Car shippers can only load personal effects and some reasonable household effects in the car to be shipped. Food items especially perishable ones are not allowed to be loaded in the car to be shipped to Gabon from the UK.
Hazardous items, fridges, mobile phones, and solar panels are also not allowed in the car to be shipped.
If you are shipping a vehicle such as trucks and trailers, they should be loaded in a way that it will allow for lashing check at the port.
If you are loading a vehicle on a truck or on a trailer, the vehicle loaded on them must be empty to avoid delay at the shipping port.
As part of safety standards, no children or animals are allowed at the shipping port
If you’re delivering a car or vehicle to the port for shipping, make sure you have the necessary booking form.
REQUEST FOR INSTANT QUOTE BY COMPLETING OUR VEHICLE BOOKING FORM ONCE YOU’RE READY TO SHIP YOUR CAR FROM UK TO LIBREVILLE GABON
To ship a vehicle to Libreville Gabon, we need to know what the dimension of the vehicle is, this is important for large vehicles such Van, trucks, etc. With a standard saloon car, there is no need for dimension as there is a standard charge for shipping cars to Libreville Gabon from the UK. Click here to know what your car dimension is, once you have known your vehicle dimension, other information we will require from you are listed below.
Is the car, van, truck to be shipped has all the export document?
2) Does the car, van, and truck be shipped year of registration in line with the Libreville Gabon government requirement for shipping cars into this country?
3) Is there a Road tax on the vehicle? If not, such a car will require to be towed and additional cost will be applicable.
4) Are you putting some personal stuff onto the car, vehicle, Van, truck, etc? Generally, the weight load and the van shouldn’t exceed 3 Tons or (3000kg) to save you from unnecessary hassle. In this case, you need the container car shipping method as supposed the RORO car shipping method. The only downside to this is the safety of the goods loaded on it when it arrives at the port of destination in Libreville Gabon.
Please feel free to contact us by phone or by email if you still have questions about shipping cars to Libreville Gabon from the UK
We accept full payment from customers shipping their vehicles
We require a name customer’s name and address.
Consignee’s name and address are also required
Customers must provide the car/vehicle chassis number.
We require 48 hours’ notice for booking your shipment in.
Non-runner cars are not accepted for Roro shipping.
Customers must notify us if other stuff is loaded in the car.
A vehicle ownership document (Logbook) is required from customers.
Our liability is limited to £25, customers shipping their vehicle are advised to take adequate Marine insurance on the vehicle to be shipped.
Customers are to deliver their vehicle to the port of shipment. Any vehicle to be shipped by the RoRo method must be drivable. In the case of containerized vehicle shipping, such vehicle must be drivable if not, the customer shipping the vehicle will bear the cost of recovery.
Please contact us if you still have further questions.
Please be aware that we provide vehicle pick up from anywhere within London and fuel surcharge applies if we are to collect from Manchester, Coventry, Milton Keynes, Southampton, Portsmouth, Northampton and Birmingham, Norwich, Leeds, Newcastle, and Liverpool.
Cars/Vehicles Shipping Prices to Libreville Gabon from the UK
Vehicle Type Roro (Price/Cost)
Saloon Car £510
4X4 & Jeep £660
Max Dim (25 CBM)
Van (Short)On Request
Max Dim (30 CBM)
Van (Medium)On Request
Van (Long)On Request
Container Shipping to Libreville Gabon
Container Type Container (Price/Cost)
20FT £1300
40FT £1700
Please note that the price and cost above are for port-to-port shipping only. This does not include loading, haulage, and clearing costs. If you would need this extra service please ask for a quote.
Please note that the prices above are for a guide only and are subject to change. Please complete our vehicle booking form to get the current price.
Car Shipping: RoRo Vs. Containerised
You might be thinking about what is the best method for moving your car or to take it on vacation.
RoRo ships are cheaper than containerised shipping and are able to be loaded faster. They are also able to be removed earlier at their final destination. However, containers offer various other options to protect your vehicle while traveling like wooden crates or bubbles made of plastic. Although containerized shipments can be more costly but they provide the same protection as RoRos.
Which one should you go with?
RoRo Shipping: What it is and What its Pros and Cons are
RoRo stands to Roll-On/Roll-Off. It’s a method of shipping that allows vehicles to load directly onto the ship’s cargo without cranes or other equipment. It’s basically laying your car down flat and then putting it onto the hold for the vessel. It’s also known as drive-on/drive-off since it doesn’t require loading by cranes or equipment.
RoRo Shipping: The Pros
There are many advantages of choosing RoRo shipping for your vehicle.
Transport costs are significantly less than containerized shipping. Therefore, shipping by RoRo is not only faster but also less expensive and affordable, making it the ideal option for moving.
This kind of shipping is more similar to door-to-door services than any other form of transport. It is as simple as driving your car on the cargo ship, and it will be shipped straight to its destination.
Since there aren’t any cranes or trucks required this is more efficient than other types of transportation. This decreases the amount of time it takes to get there and speeds up speed.
RoRo shipping only requires the vehicle to be driven off and on. Containerized shipping requires cars to be driven on and off the vessel. Cranes are required for other kinds of transportation like containers for shipping. They require more space and therefore cost more.
RoRo Shipping: The Cons
RoRo shipping comes with pros and cons.
RoRo is a transporter that only ships automobiles and other types of vehicles. Other cargo is not shipped. Because there’s no loading or unloading equipment, RoRo transport doesn’t allow for the shipment of any type of cargo.
It’s not as secure as containerised transportation , as your car gets loaded and removed through a crane. This reduces security precautions.
RoRo ships are not for everyone. If you drive a car with high ground clearance or extremely low clearance, this is something you might want to be aware of before making a commitment. It is flat and does not distinguish between the deck and walls. Thus, it is unable to be used to accommodate cars with very low heights or those that have roof racks like SUVs.
Containerised Shipping: What it is and what its pros and cons are
Containerized shipping has been very well-known because it can transport any kind of cargo, including vehicles. It’s an enclosed container that is loaded on the ship and is then it is opened when it arrives for unloading your vehicle.
The advantages of containerized shipping
You will benefit from many things when you choose the containerized shipping option for your car.
Containerised shipping is the safest way to transport your car because there are no outside influences that could influence your vehicle’s performance during transport. Containerised shipping is also less risky than RoRo transport.
Containerized shipping permits you to transport cars and cargo together. If you want to transport large items, such as household goods or household items, you may also use more than one vehicle.
Containerised shipping is faster than RoRo due to the fact that there is more space onboard and no need for cranes This reduces the time of transit and improves speed.
The Cons of Containerized Shipping
Be aware of the disadvantages that come with containerized shipping
RoRo shipments are generally more expensive than containerised ones. Containerised shipping can transport more than just cars. This can increase the overall cost and weight. Containerised shipments also use cranes for loading and unloading cargo. This makes them more expensive than RoRo.
Containerised shipping can only carry the cargo and vehicles that fit in the box. this kind of shipping doesn’t permit the transport of larger vehicles such as trucks, motorhomes, or SUVs.
Deciding between RoRo or Containerized Shipping
Each type of shipping for cars has its pros and cons. However, they are both great choices for those who require their car to be moved. However, deciding between RoRo and containerised shipping will depend on what type of vehicle you’d like to ship, how much cargo you will need to transport alongside it, and how quickly you need the shipment to get there.
If you decide to use RoRo shipping for your vehicle or another type of vehicle that isn’t equipped with high ground clearance and you wish to transport extra cargo with the vehicle, then the shipping cost will be high and you’ll have the car itself in its transport box.
Containerized shipping allows you to ship any kind of item using the car. It’s more flexible than RoRo. Containerised shipping isn’t an option for SUVs or cars with a large clearance on the ground. Your vehicle won’t fit into the container.
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