RORO Shipping Services for Vehicles and Wheeled Machinery

Global Logistic Planners (GLP), Lahore and Karachi

Roll-on roll-off shipping for vehicles and wheeled or self-propelled machinery.

Vehicles driving onto a roll-on roll-off vessel at a port

Overview

Roll-on roll-off vessels let wheeled cargo be driven or towed straight aboard. That reduces lifting, but it still needs correct schedules, port access and paperwork. GLP coordinates those pieces so the unit arrives in the condition it left.

RORO import and export is arranged on available vessel services and port pairs. Schedules and eligible cargo vary by operator.

Key benefits

  • Less lifting for wheeled cargo
  • Vessel schedule and port handling coordinated
  • Condition checks documented before loading
  • Suitable for single units or multiple vehicles

Available options

  • Vehicle shipping
  • Wheeled machinery
  • Construction equipment
  • Self-propelled cargo
  • Towed units and trailers
  • Port-to-port or door-to-port

Suitable cargo

  • Cars, vans and trucks
  • Buses and coaches
  • Excavators and loaders on wheels or tracks
  • Agricultural machinery
  • Trailers and mobile equipment

How the service works

  1. Share make, model, dimensions, weight and whether it runs under its own power.

  2. We check vessel schedules, port handling and access requirements.

  3. The unit is inspected, documented and delivered to the port.

  4. It is loaded, shipped and released at destination.

Information and documents required

  • Registration or ownership documents
  • Commercial invoice or purchase paperwork
  • Unit dimensions, weight and condition notes
  • Export or import approvals required for vehicles
  • Fuel, battery and key handover details

Safety and compliance

Vehicles generally need to be operable, with limited fuel and secured loose items. Import rules for used vehicles are strict, so check eligibility before purchase.

Frequently asked questions

Can non-running vehicles go RORO?

Often not, or only with extra handling. Tell us the condition so we can check.

Are there size limits?

Yes. Height, width, weight and ramp angle all matter and vary by vessel.

Can I ship personal belongings inside?

Usually not. Carriers typically prohibit loose items in vehicles.

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