Shipping a car abroad is not like booking a parcel delivery. It is a major decision, one that involves real money, careful preparation, and placing genuine trust in the hands of a company you may never have used before.
That trust has to be earned. And for over 15 years, Ascope Shipping has been doing exactly that.
Based in Hull and registered in England (Company No. 08560381), Ascope Shipping is a dedicated international car and cargo shipping agent. This is not a general haulage company that squeezes in the odd vehicle between pallets of goods. Vehicle shipping is all they do, and that single-minded focus makes a genuine difference when it matters most.
What Makes a Specialist Different From Everyone Else?
There are plenty of companies out there offering international car shipping. Far fewer actually specialise in it.
Ascope Shipping has spent 15 years building something that most operators simply cannot replicate overnight: deep, trusted relationships with leading international shipping lines, a thorough understanding of export documentation, and first-hand knowledge of import requirements at destinations across the globe.
The result? Customers get access to competitive sailing rates, frequent weekly departures, and a team that genuinely knows what it is doing at every step of the process.
Sailings depart from ports across the whole of the UK, including Southampton, Tilbury, Liverpool, Felixstowe, Sheerness, Immingham, Teesport, London Gateway, and Portbury. Wherever you are based in the UK, there is a practical departure point nearby.
Why Customers Keep Coming Back
Real customer reviews speak for themselves. Many clients praise Ascope Shipping for honest communication, fair pricing, and reliable service. Customers often mention how smoothly the process runs from collection to delivery, with vehicles arriving safely and on time. The number of returning customers also shows the trust and confidence people have in the service.
Three Ways to Ship Your Car — Which One Is Right for You?
Ascope Shipping offers three distinct shipping methods, each suited to different vehicles, budgets, and destinations. Choosing the right shipping methods.
Roll on Roll off Shipping
RoRo shipping remains one of the simplest and most affordable ways to send a car overseas from the UK. Your vehicle is driven directly onto a purpose-built car carrier vessel, then professionally secured using straps and wheel chocks for the duration of the voyage.
It is the go-to choice for standard road-legal vehicles and works particularly well on high-frequency routes such as the UK to Kenya, Nigeria, Ghana, Zimbabwe, and the UAE. With weekly sailings from multiple UK ports, waiting times are kept refreshingly short.
Container Shipping — Full and Shared
If you are shipping a classic car, a high-value luxury vehicle, an electric car, or a non-running vehicle, container shipping provides a superior level of physical protection. Your car travels inside a sealed steel container rather than on an open deck.
Ascope offers two container options. A full dedicated container (available in 20ft or 40ft) gives you complete privacy and maximum space. Groupage container shipping, where your vehicle shares a container with other cars heading to the same destination, delivers container-level security at a noticeably lower cost.
One added advantage of container shipping is that you can include personal effects, spare parts, or additional cargo alongside your vehicle. That flexibility is particularly useful for customers relocating permanently.
Global Routes — From Africa to Australasia
Ascope Shipping operates across a genuinely impressive range of worldwide destinations. Their strongest and most established routes cover Africa, the Middle East, Australasia, and the Americas.
Popular services include:
- UK to Kenya (arriving at Mombasa port): a well-trodden route with reliable weekly sailings
- UK to Nigeria and Ghana: regularly used for both personal and commercial vehicle exports
- UK to Zimbabwe: efficiently handled with local customs knowledge built in
- UK to the UAE and Dubai: a favourite for luxury and performance vehicle owners
- UK to Australia and New Zealand: long-haul routes managed with full transit support
- UK to Canada and the USA: transatlantic shipping with competitive rates
Crucially, the team understands the customs and import requirements at each destination, not just the UK export side. That end-to-end knowledge is what prevents costly surprises when your vehicle arrives.
The Paperwork — Handled for You
For most people, the documentation side of international vehicle shipping is the most daunting part. Customs forms, export declarations, and bills of lading. It can feel like a mountain of bureaucracy before you even get started.
With Ascope Shipping, the UK export and customs process is handled for you from start to finish. After your booking is confirmed, the team arranges HMRC export clearance, prepares the required shipping paperwork, secures space on the vessel, and keeps your vehicle safely stored at the port before departure. This helps make the shipping process simple, smooth, and far less stressful for customers.
Your Bill of Lading, the key legal document confirming ownership throughout transit, is issued and dispatched within four to six working days of the vessel sailing.
From your side, you will typically need to provide your V5C logbook, valid photo identification, and proof of purchase. That is usually all that is asked of you.
One important point worth knowing: import duty, VAT, and any local taxes at the destination are charged separately by that country’s customs authority on arrival. They are not included in Ascope Shipping’s fees. For instance, vehicles entering Kenya are assessed by the Kenya Revenue Authority for import duty, excise duty, and VAT. The Ascope team will walk you through what to expect at your specific destination before you commit, so there are no unpleasant surprises at the other end.
How do I get a shipping quote?
Getting a quote takes about 60 seconds. You can use the online form. Every quote is tailored to your vehicle, your destination, and your preferred shipping method.
What documents will I need?
Your V5C logbook, valid photo ID, and proof of purchase. Ascope handles everything else. UK customs clearance, HMRC export documents, and your Bill of Lading, usually provided within four to six working days after the vessel leaves port.
Are import charges applicable when my car arrives at port?
Yes, in most cases import charges apply when your car arrives at the port. Customs in the destination country decide the amount based on vehicle value, age, and type. These fees are separate from shipping costs and must be paid locally.
Can Ascope collect my car from my address?
Yes. Door-to-port collection is available from residential and business addresses throughout the UK, making the process far more convenient if you cannot get your vehicle to the departure port yourself.
Ready to Ship Your Car from the UK?
Whether you are moving a family car abroad, exporting a classic, or shipping commercially, Ascope Shipping has the experience, the infrastructure, and the straightforward approach to get it done properly.
Get your free quote today at Ascope Shipping or call the team directly.
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