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RoRo for electric vehicles Battery hazardous goods and state of charge - what applies

The transport of an electric car by RoRo ship follows clear international safety rules. The state of charge of the battery, possible dangerous goods classifications and correct documentation in the Bill of Lading are particularly important. In practice, shipping companies usually require a reduced state of charge of the battery, complete vehicle data and tested safety standards during loading. Anyone shipping a roro electric car should therefore familiarise themselves with transport regulations, documents [...]

RoRo for construction machinery 2026: Requirements, ramp and ground clearance

RoRo construction machinery transport is one of the most efficient methods of shipping construction machinery internationally. Vehicles are driven directly onto a RoRo ship via a ramp. Technical factors such as ramp angle, ground clearance and machine dimensions are decisive. In addition, documents such as B L, ETD ETA information as well as POL and POD must be prepared correctly. In practice, the [...]

RoRo vs container: When is which solution really worthwhile?

The decision between RoRo and container transport depends heavily on the type of cargo, the route and the safety requirements. When comparing ro-ro vs container, it is often found that ro-ro is particularly efficient for vehicles ready to travel or heavy machinery, while container solutions offer more protection and flexibility for sensitive or smaller cargo. In practice, the decisive factor is often [...]

Avoid damage: Photo protocol & pre-inspection in the RoRo process

Structured roro damage prevention begins before shipping: liability risks can be significantly reduced with a professional pre-inspection, a complete photo log and clean documentation. If you systematically record the condition of the vehicle, accessories, mileage and technical features, you can provide the shipping company, terminal and insurance company with reliable evidence. Especially in the RoRo environment with PCTC ships, clearly defined POL and POD as well as tight ETD and ETA time windows [...]

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RoRo for electric vehicles Battery hazardous goods and state of charge - what applies

RoRo for construction machinery 2026: Requirements, ramp and ground clearance

RoRo vs container: When is which solution really worthwhile?

Avoid damage: Photo protocol & pre-inspection in the RoRo process