Chinese locations and ports
We arrange collection from manufacturers, dealers, exporters and storage sites across China. Core departure ports:
ShanghaiNingbo-ZhoushanNansha (Guangzhou)TianjinQingdaoOther ports by route
WEST MATTERHORN · CHINA
Vehicle shipping from China to Europe, the UAE and other markets
We collect already purchased vehicles across China and arrange export to Europe, the UAE, Africa and Central Asia by RoRo, container, rail or a combined route.
We ship already purchased vehicles and equipment. We do not act as the seller, source a vehicle or accept payment for its purchase.
EVs / hybridsnew Chinese-brand vehicles and commercial batches
Shanghai / Ningbokey East China export ports
RoRo / FCLcore ocean options
ROUTES FROM CHINA
From China, under the destination market’s rules
We collect an already purchased vehicle from a manufacturer, dealer, exporter or storage site. The port and shipping method are selected together with the destination country, vehicle type and services required after arrival.
Estimate shipping from ChinaDESTINATION MARKET
Port and agreed final address
From China, we ship to Europe, the UAE and the Gulf, Africa and Central Asia. The port is selected only after checking the vehicle and destination-country requirements.
Europe
Antwerp, Belgium · Bremerhaven, Germany · Rotterdam, Netherlands · Gdańsk, Poland · Trieste, Italy
Before booking, we check the importer, customs duty, VAT, registration requirements, and applicable duties and trade measures for the specific battery-electric vehicle and producer.
UAE and the Gulf
Jebel Ali, UAE · Sohar, Oman · Dammam, Saudi Arabia · Hamad, Qatar
We establish whether the vehicle is for local import or re-export, because this changes the documents, port and onward chain.
Africa
Mombasa, Kenya · Tema, Ghana · Durban, South Africa · Other ports after an import-rule check
We confirm the route only after checking the destination country and port. Vehicle-age limits, steering-wheel position, inspection and document requirements vary by market.
Central Asia
Dostyk · Almaty · Bishkek · Other terminals by route
We compare ocean, rail-container and road corridors to the required terminal or final address.
A transport quote does not confirm import or registration eligibility. Final approval rests with the destination country’s authorised authorities and specialists.
BEFORE BOOKING
What must be confirmed before selecting a carrier and port
For a vehicle from China, the freight rate is only one part of the decision. Before booking, we check whether export can be completed, whether the carrier will accept the vehicle and which restrictions apply at destination.
who releases the vehicle and whether the seller or exporter can complete export formalities
VIN, model, year, condition, dimensions and whether the vehicle can be loaded under its own power
battery type and condition, plus carrier rules for an EV or hybrid
vehicle location, available ports, dispatch-ready date and vehicle quantity
consignee, destination country and eligibility of the specific model
services required after arrival: port release, declaration, storage and final delivery
How we select the shipping method
RoRo
New and roadworthy vehiclesSuitable for vehicle batches and roadworthy units when the line accepts the cargo type and a suitable port is available.
Full Container Load
EVs, premium and complex cargoUsed for more controlled loading, rare vehicles, and damaged or non-running equipment when safe loading is possible.
Multimodal route
Sea, container, rail and roadUsed when the international route needs several legs or port-to-address delivery.
In practice
Real West Matterhorn projects
Completed China projects: a new-vehicle batch shipped RoRo to Europe, special equipment shipped RoRo to the UAE and a container-plus-rail route to Central Asia.
Mixed Chinese vehicle batch, 2026
- Route
- Fuzhou → Bremerhaven
- Method
- RoRo
- Timing
- 40 days port to port
Two new Hyundai and Volvo excavators
- Route
- Shanghai → Jebel Ali, UAE
- Method
- RoRo shipping
- Timing
- 23 days port to port
Mercedes-Benz GLS + BMW X6, 2025
- Route
- Tianjin → Dostyk, Kazakhstan
- Method
- Container + rail
- Timing
- 13 days to container handover
COMPLETED PROJECTS
Recorded transit times
Fuzhou → Bremerhaven40 days port to port
Shanghai → Jebel Ali23 days port to port
Tianjin → Dostyk13 days to container handover
Khorgos → Małaszewicze16 days from collection to terminal
Each project shows its own measurement basis. We recalculate every new route around the service, borders, terminals, document readiness, EV requirements and final delivery.
Check timing for my routeWhat to prepare before dispatch
The exact document set depends on the seller, exporter, vehicle type and destination. Before booking, we review what is available and separate responsibility for export, transport, import and registration.
vehicle documents and proof of ownership or right of disposal
Chinese dealer, warehouse or export documents when applicable
battery information and carrier requirements for EVs and hybrids
transport documents for sea, rail, container and road legs
recipient details and destination-country import and registration requirements
How the shipment works
- 01
We collect vehicle, origin and destination details.
- 02
We check the route, documents, ports, terminals and available carriers.
- 03
We select RoRo, container, car transporter, multimodal or air freight.
- 04
We coordinate collection, export clearance, loading and transit.
- 05
We support arrival, final-mile delivery and handover to the owner.
Who coordinates the chain
West Matterhorn connects collection in China, export, ocean or rail transport, terminals and the agreed post-arrival delivery. The proposal separates included stages from items the importer must confirm.
Company and documentsQuestions about shipping from China
Can you arrange vehicle or equipment shipping from China?
Yes. We organize the international route for already purchased vehicles and equipment from a manufacturer, dealer, exporter or storage site in China to the agreed port and final address.
Where can you ship a vehicle from China?
We arrange routes to Europe, the UAE and other Gulf markets, Africa and Central Asia. For each country, we separately check model eligibility, documents, the port and onward delivery.
Which Chinese ports do you use?
We commonly consider Shanghai, Ningbo-Zhoushan, Nansha, Tianjin and Qingdao. The port depends on the release location, carrier availability, cargo type and destination country.
Should I choose RoRo, Full Container Load or a multimodal route?
RoRo suits batches and roadworthy vehicles on available services. FCL is used for controlled loading, premium, damaged and non-running vehicles. A multimodal route is used when rail, ocean and road legs need to operate as one chain.
Can you ship an EV or hybrid from China?
Yes, after checking the battery condition, documents, line rules, port requirements and destination country. EV conditions can differ by carrier and route.
Which details are needed for a quote?
We need the origin city or port, destination country and delivery point, make, model, year, condition, quantity and required timing. These details allow us to select the port and transport method.
What is included in the shipping quote?
We list international transport and agreed operations separately: collection, terminal handling, ocean freight or rail, documents and delivery after arrival. Duties, taxes, storage and registration are included only when the proposal expressly says so.
Do you calculate customs charges and registration costs?
We can collect the required information and coordinate an estimate with a customs representative. Final classification, duties, taxes and registration eligibility must be confirmed by authorised specialists in the destination country.
WEST MATTERHORN
Get an estimate for shipping from China
Provide the vehicle location in China, destination country and delivery point, make, model, year, powertrain, condition and vehicle quantity.
We will check route availability and the main formal requirements, propose a workable plan and separate freight, terminal costs, documents and post-arrival delivery. Final import and registration eligibility must be confirmed by the importer or its customs representative.