Transporting vehicles to and from anywhere in the UK and Internationally
If you are looking for a way to transport your vehicle overseas from anywhere in the UK, First Base Freight can offer you a reliable service with great rates from the UK to over hundreds of worldwide destinations. Our services are backed by a professional and dedicated team, who have gained over 20 years of in-depth knowledge working in the industry, we freely use this knowledge and experience to help find you the best services and rates. We transport vehicles by one of two methods, either through a specialist roll on/roll off (RORO) vessel or by storing the vehicle in a dedicated (or sometimes shared) container.
Finding out which method suits you and how much it'll cost is as simple as filling out the quick quote form to the right. Once we recieve the details of your desired transport we can get back to you as soon as possible, usually within the next 24 hours, with all the information you need. Once you've booked your transport with us, we are still readily available to contact by phone or email to answer any further questions. We know remaining in contact and keeping you updated is of the utmost importance, especially when your property is considered.
We can transport all kinds of vehicles, from the smallest hatchback, to the largest caravan or bus. We can also deal with machinery. If you are unsure of how to transport your vehicle overseas, getting in contact with us is the best way to find you some answers. Over the years we have built up a large list of shipping contacts who we can get in touch with to help you with all kinds of shipping problems.
If you need any more information about anything to do with our vehicle transport service then do not hesitate in giving us a call and speaking to one of our very helpful and friendly members of staff who will be able to help you with any questions that you may have. You can also contact us through the enquiry form on our contact page. We look forward to hearing from you.
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Vehicle shipping
Roll On/Roll Off
Ro-Ro is by far one of the cheaper methods available for shipping a vehicle overseas. It offers a reliable and frequent service from many UK ports including Southampton, Sheerness, Bristol and Immingham etc to thousands of overseas destinations. The ease of loading and unloading vehicles on to these vessels make ro-ro shipping a valued choice to make and can save you money at departure and arrival ports.
Container Shipping
Either 20ft, 40ft or 40ft HC containers are available and sail weekly in most cases to almost any port worldwide. Vehicles are secured inside the container at one of our many receiving depots and are strapped inside the container before being craned on to the vessel. All containers are sealed for security reasons and offers that extra peace of mind when shipping personal effects inside the vehicle.
Car Transporter Services
All car carriers are insured for the safe transit of any collection/delivery in the UK or Europe. Regular services are available to France, Spain and the UK. Single and multi deck transporters can be used open or enclosed for safer movement. All vehicles are fully insured whilst being carried on a car transporter to offer customers peace of mind when transporting their vehicle. We Can even collect your vehicle using a Trade Plate Driver for a fraction of the cost of a local transporter collection.