Have you bought a truck from a dealer in the Netherlands and need reliable shipping to Africa?
Britannia Export Consultants arranges independent truck shipping from Dutch dealers to African ports, including collection from the seller, transport to the export port, export customs clearance, RoRo booking and shipping documentation.
You are not required to use the truck dealer’s own shipping service.
You can purchase your truck from any dealer in the Netherlands and appoint us separately to arrange the complete export and international shipping process.
Independent Truck Shipping from the Netherlands to Africa
The Netherlands is one of Europe’s largest markets for used commercial vehicles.
Dutch dealers regularly sell:
- Tractor units
- Tipper trucks
- Crane trucks
- Tanker trucks
- Box trucks
- Refrigerated trucks
- Concrete mixer trucks
- Recovery trucks
- Municipal vehicles
- Buses and coaches
- Trailers and semi-trailers
- Construction machinery
Many buyers in Africa purchase directly from Dutch truck dealers but prefer to use an independent shipping company.
Independent shipping allows you to compare rates, choose the most suitable port and maintain direct control over your booking and shipping documents.
The dealer sells the vehicle.
We arrange the collection and shipment.
We Collect Trucks from Dealers Across the Netherlands
Your truck does not need to be located near Rotterdam or Amsterdam.
We can arrange collection from truck dealers, auction houses, workshops, fleet operators and storage yards throughout the Netherlands.
Collection may be arranged from areas including:
- Amsterdam
- Rotterdam
- Utrecht
- Eindhoven
- Breda
- Tilburg
- Arnhem
- Nijmegen
- Zwolle
- Groningen
- Maastricht
- Apeldoorn
- Enschede
- Dordrecht
- Venlo
Depending on the truck’s location and condition, we can arrange delivery to a suitable port in the Netherlands, Belgium, Germany or another nearby country.
The nearest port is not always the cheapest option.
We compare the inland transport cost, vessel schedule and ocean freight before recommending a route.
Truck Collection from Dutch Dealers
We can collect trucks directly from:
- Commercial vehicle dealers
- Truck exporters
- Online auction yards
- Leasing companies
- Fleet operators
- Workshops
- Recovery yards
- Private sellers
- Machinery dealers
Before collection, the seller may require:
- Proof of payment
- Collection authorisation
- Driver details
- Truck registration documents
- Export confirmation
- Appointment booking
We coordinate the collection requirements with the seller whenever possible.
RoRo Shipping from the Netherlands to Africa
RoRo shipping is usually the most practical method for exporting trucks from the Netherlands to Africa.
RoRo means roll-on/roll-off.
The truck is driven or towed onto the vessel at the European port and discharged at the destination port.
RoRo shipping is suitable for:
- Tractor units
- Rigid trucks
- Tippers
- Tankers
- Crane trucks
- Fire engines
- Recovery trucks
- Buses
- Coaches
- Vans
- Trailers
- Excavators
- Wheel loaders
- Agricultural machinery
- Road construction equipment
Shipping rates are normally calculated according to the vehicle’s overall dimensions.
For an accurate quotation, we need the truck’s:
- Length
- Width
- Height
- Weight
- Running condition
Incorrect dimensions may lead to additional charges at the port.
Container Shipping from the Netherlands to Africa
Container shipping may be suitable for:
- Engines
- Gearboxes
- Spare parts
- Dismantled vehicles
- Smaller machinery
- Truck cabs
- Axles
- Commercial cargo
Depending on the cargo, we may arrange:
- 20-foot containers
- 40-foot containers
- 40-foot high-cube containers
- Flat-rack containers
- Open-top containers
Loading, securing and container transport may also be arranged where available.
Main Ports Used for Dutch Truck Exports
Trucks purchased in the Netherlands may be shipped through several European ports.
Possible ports include:
- Rotterdam, Netherlands
- Amsterdam, Netherlands
- Antwerp, Belgium
- Zeebrugge, Belgium
- Bremerhaven, Germany
- Hamburg, Germany
The final port depends on:
- Destination country
- Vessel schedule
- Truck location
- Truck dimensions
- Inland transport cost
- Carrier availability
- Port acceptance conditions
A truck purchased near Rotterdam may still be cheaper to ship through Antwerp or Zeebrugge if the freight rate or vessel schedule is better.
Truck Shipping from the Netherlands to West Africa
We regularly handle enquiries for truck shipping from Dutch dealers to West Africa.
Possible destinations include:
- Lagos, Nigeria
- Tin Can Island, Nigeria
- Cotonou, Benin
- Lomé, Togo
- Tema, Ghana
- Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire
- Dakar, Senegal
- Banjul, The Gambia
- Freetown, Sierra Leone
- Conakry, Guinea
- Monrovia, Liberia
- Bissau, Guinea-Bissau
- Nouakchott, Mauritania
We can also investigate routes to Central, East and Southern Africa.
Truck Shipping from Dutch Dealers to Nigeria
Nigeria is one of the main destinations for used trucks purchased in the Netherlands.
We can arrange shipping enquiries for:
- Tractor units to Lagos
- Tipper trucks to Tin Can Island
- Tankers to Nigeria
- Crane trucks to Lagos
- Buses and coaches to Nigeria
- Construction equipment to Nigerian ports
Before booking, we require the truck’s exact dimensions, chassis number and purchase location.
Additional destination requirements may apply depending on the cargo and current import procedures.
Truck Shipping from the Netherlands to Ghana
Trucks purchased from Dutch dealers can be shipped to Tema, Ghana.
Typical cargo includes:
- MAN tractor units
- Mercedes-Benz trucks
- DAF trucks
- Volvo trucks
- Scania trucks
- Tippers
- Tankers
- Trailers
- Construction machinery
We can arrange collection from the seller and delivery to the selected European loading port.
Truck Shipping from the Netherlands to Senegal
We can arrange RoRo shipping for trucks, buses, vans and machinery from Dutch dealers to Dakar.
Buyers should provide the full vehicle dimensions before requesting a final freight quotation.
Large trucks, buses and machinery are normally charged according to cubic volume.
Truck Shipping from the Netherlands to Sierra Leone
Truck shipping may be arranged from Dutch dealers to Freetown, Sierra Leone.
Suitable cargo may include:
- Tractor units
- Rigid trucks
- Tippers
- Tankers
- Recovery trucks
- Buses
- Machinery
Vessel availability and port acceptance should always be checked before moving the vehicle.
Export Customs Clearance in the Netherlands
A truck leaving the European Union normally requires an export customs declaration.
We can help coordinate the export customs process using the seller’s invoice and vehicle documents.
Documents commonly required include:
- Commercial invoice
- Vehicle registration document
- Buyer’s full details
- Seller’s full details
- Chassis or VIN number
- Export authorisation
- Passport or company documents
- Power of attorney where required
Additional documents may be requested depending on the dealer, customs office and export route.
Can the Dutch Dealer Deliver the Truck to Port?
Yes.
Some Dutch dealers can deliver the truck directly to the port.
Others require the buyer or shipping agent to arrange collection.
Before booking transport, confirm:
- Whether the truck is fully paid
- Whether it starts and drives
- Whether it has valid registration plates
- Whether export plates are available
- Whether temporary insurance is available
- Whether the dealer can deliver to port
- Whether the dealer charges a delivery fee
We can compare dealer delivery against independent collection.
Shipping Non-Running Trucks from the Netherlands
Non-running trucks may still be accepted for shipping, subject to approval.
You must tell us if the truck:
- Does not start
- Does not drive
- Does not steer
- Has defective brakes
- Has flat tyres
- Has serious fluid leaks
- Requires towing or lifting
Ports and shipping carriers may apply additional handling charges.
Never describe a non-running truck as running.
Incorrect information may result in refusal, delay or extra costs.
Shipping Several Trucks from Different Dutch Dealers
We can coordinate several trucks purchased from different dealers in the Netherlands.
For example, a buyer may purchase:
- Two tractor units in Eindhoven
- A tipper truck in Rotterdam
- A trailer in Breda
- A bus in Amsterdam
- A wheel loader in Arnhem
We can assess whether the vehicles should be delivered to one port or shipped separately.
This service is useful for:
- African truck dealers
- Transport companies
- Construction companies
- Mining contractors
- Government suppliers
- Agricultural businesses
- Regular vehicle importers
Information Required for a Truck Shipping Quote
To obtain an accurate shipping quote from the Netherlands to Africa, send us:
- Dealer’s name
- Collection address
- Truck make and model
- Chassis number
- Overall length
- Overall width
- Overall height
- Vehicle weight
- Running or non-running condition
- Destination port
- Vehicle photographs
- Purchase invoice, if available
For RoRo shipping, freight is often calculated using cubic metres.
Cubic metres = length × width × height
Accurate measurements are essential.
Shipping Documentation and Bill of Lading
After the truck is loaded, the shipping carrier prepares a Bill of Lading.
The draft should be checked carefully before final issue.
The Bill of Lading normally includes:
- Shipper
- Consignee
- Notify party
- Truck make and model
- Chassis number
- Port of loading
- Port of discharge
- Vessel name
- Voyage number
Errors may cause amendment fees, delays or customs problems at destination.
We review the draft shipping details before the final document is released.
Why Use Britannia Export Consultants?
Britannia Export Consultants specialises in commercial vehicle and machinery exports.
We arrange independent shipping for vehicles purchased from dealers throughout Europe.
Our service may include:
- Fast shipping quotations
- Dealer collection
- Inland truck transport
- Export customs coordination
- RoRo shipping
- Container shipping
- Port delivery
- Shipping documentation
- Draft Bill of Lading checks
- Marine insurance upon request
- Support throughout the shipment
You can buy from the Dutch dealer of your choice and use us independently for shipping.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can you ship a truck purchased from any Dutch dealer?
Yes. You can purchase from any dealer, auction company, fleet operator or private seller in the Netherlands.
Do I have to use the dealer’s shipping service?
No. You can normally appoint an independent shipping company.
Can you collect the truck from the dealer?
Yes. Collection can be arranged from the seller’s yard.
Can you arrange export customs clearance?
Yes, subject to receiving the required invoice and vehicle documentation.
Can you ship a truck through Antwerp?
Yes. Trucks purchased in the Netherlands are often transported to Antwerp or Zeebrugge for export.
Can you ship non-running trucks?
Possibly. The exact condition must be declared before booking.
Can you ship trailers from the Netherlands?
Yes. We can arrange shipping enquiries for trailers and semi-trailers.
Can you ship buses and coaches?
Yes. Buses and coaches may be shipped by RoRo, subject to dimensions and carrier acceptance.
Can you arrange shipping to Lagos?
Yes. We can investigate current shipping options to Lagos or Tin Can Island.
Can you arrange shipping to Dakar, Tema or Freetown?
Yes. Routes depend on current carrier schedules and port availability.
Request a Truck Shipping Quote from the Netherlands to Africa
Already bought a truck from a Dutch dealer?
Send us the dealer’s location, vehicle details, dimensions, photographs and destination port.
We will assess the collection, export customs and shipping options.
Bought a truck in the Netherlands? We collect it from the Dutch dealer and arrange independent shipping to Africa.
Contact Britannia Export Consultants today for a personalised RoRo or container shipping quotation.
Contact us today for transport, shipping options and quote.
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📩 Email: info@britanniaexport.com
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Need a truck, tractor unit, trailer or machinery as well?
Britannia Export also supplies used left-hand-drive trucks, tractor units, trailers, farm tractors, machinery and spare parts from Portugal and Europe. Ask for current stock available for export together with your shipping quote.
