RORO SHIPPING SERVICES

Roll-on/roll-off (RORO or ro-ro) Ships are vessels designed to carry wheeled cargo such as automobiles, trucks, semi-trailer trucks, trailers or railroad cars that are driven on and off the ship on their own wheels.  This is in contrast to lo-lo (lift on-lift off) vessels which use a crane to load and unload cargo.

RORO vessels have built-in ramps which allow the cargo to be efficiently “rolled on” and “rolled off” the vessel when in port.  While smaller ferries that operate across rivers and other short distances often have built-in ramps, the term RORO is generally reserverd for larger ocean-going vessels.  The ramps and doors may be stern-only, or bow and stern for quick loading.

CONTAINER SHIPPING SERVICES

Container Shipping Size Capacity – Ultra Large Container Vessel (ULCV) 14,501 and higher With a length of 397 m, a width of 56 m, draft of 15.5 m, and a capacity of over 15,000 TEU.

New panamax 10,000–14,500 With a beam of 43 m, ships of the COSCO Guangzhou class are much too big to fit through the Panama Canal’s old locks, but could easily fit through the new expansion.

Post panamax 5,101–10,000

Panamax 3,001 – 5,100 Ships of the Bay-class are at the upper limit of the Panamax class, with an overall length of 292.15 m, beam of 32.2m, and maximum depth of 21.2 m.[23]

Feedermax 2,001–3,000 Container ships under 3,000 TEU are typically called feeders, and are most likely to have cargo cranes.

Feeder 1,001–2,000 Small feeder Up to 1,000

INTERNATIONAL SHIPPING CHECKLIST

• Make sure that you have a complete set of keys for the auto shipping company, and a full extra set for yourself.
• If you are transporting a classic, custom, rare, exotic, or otherwise expensive vehicle, go for the enclosed transport if you can. it will be worth the extra cost!
• Clean your vehicle before drop off to ensure a proper inspection and clear documentation of your cars physical condition.
• Check your battery to make sure it’s fully charged and securely mounted.
• Check the obvious places for fluid leaks; oil, transmission fluid, etc.
• Disable and or disconnect your car alarm.
• Prepare your vehicle for it’s new climate; you might consider changing the oil, coolant, and possibly other fluids.
• Remove and/or retract you car antennas.
• Remove rear spoilers, grill covers, exterior spare tire and all car covers.
• Remove all personal items from your automobile.
• Drive your gas tank down to a maximum of ¼ tank for auto transport.
• Provide a complete set of keys to your auto shipper; ignition, door, etc.
• Remove any audio equipment, car phones, and garage door openers that aren’t built in.

INTERNATIONAL FAQ’S