Shipping goods to the UK & Ireland

Here are 3 tips that will make your shipping needs so much easier

Shipping trailers to the UK & Ireland from mainland Europe can be a challenge, especially with all those post-Brexit added administrative requirements. However, with the right strategies, you can streamline the process and ensure your goods arrive smoothly. Here are three essential tips that will help you ship your trailer to the UK & Ireland with ease.

Tip 1: Consider unaccompanied shipping

Unaccompanied shipping can be a cost-effective and efficient solution for transporting many types of goods. In this method, freight trailers are loaded onto cargo ships without a driver and cab, and subsequently shipped to the port that is closest to the final destination. There, the trailers are picked up by local drivers and delivered to the endpoint.

 

This approach allows for flexible timing, enabling trailers to be shipped at short notice for last-minute fulfilments and next-day deliveries. Additionally, trailers are delivered closer to their final UK destination, reducing road transport distance and emissions, making it both an economical and sustainable choice.

 

Unaccompanied shipping is particularly suited for:

 

  • Non-perishable foods or long-shelf-life consumables, like canned goods
  • Compact items, such as books and electronics
  • Standardised stackable packaged items, like small appliances
  • Clothing, shoes, and fashion accessories

Tip 2: Select a strategic located warehouse

If on-site storage at your production facility is limited, choosing a warehousing partner in a strategic location can be beneficial. Storing goods at a UK distribution centre can be costly, so consider warehousing near a North Sea port. For instance, a location like Zeebrugge in Belgium offers proximity to various ports in the UK & Ireland, as well as efficient roll-on/roll-off shipping lines. Such a location enables you to quickly move your goods from storage to the shipping dock, shortening turnaround times for your consignments to the UK & Ireland.

 

This setup is ideal for final distribution and next-day deliveries.

Tip 3: Ensure Your Paperwork is in Order

Navigating post-Brexit paperwork can be one of the most challenging aspects of shipping to the UK. A knowledgeable shipping partner can manage customs and cargo documentation, alleviating this administrative burden.

 

With expertise in Brexit-related requirements, your logistics partner can handle all necessary paperwork, allowing you to focus on your core business. This ensures a smooth, hassle-free shipping experience with minimal administrative effort on your part.

NDQ: The trusted one-stop shop for all your UK & Ireland consignments

NDQ ticks all the above boxes.

 

  • Our comprehensive, modern warehouse is able to store all types of goods.
  • Our warehouse features covered rail access and a large cross-docking facility, and is located at the heart of the Belgian port of Zeebrugge, close to the RoRo shipping lines. In this way, we are capable of offering you multimodal solutions for shipping your goods.
  • Our vast experience in cargo transport to the UK & Ireland, ensures you an efficient and reliable logistical service, including all Brexit-related administration and paperwork.

 

Looking for a seamless shipping experience with no unexpected surprises?